The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle. Book Summary

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Stuart Turton

What’s inside

A mind-bending murder mystery where the protagonist relives the day of a murder across different hosts to solve the crime.

You’ll Learn

  • Strengthens problem-solving and attention to detail
  • Challenges perception with complex, non-linear storytelling
  • Encourages deep engagement with character motives and interactions
  • Provides a unique narrative experience blending genres

Key Points

  • A man wakes up with no memory, tasked to solve a murder
  • The protagonist changes hosts and relives the day repeatedly
  • Each host provides different clues and perspectives
  • Intricate web of characters with secrets and motives
  • A large, foreboding manor sets the scene for the mystery
  • The narrative intertwines themes of fate, memory, and redemption
  • The resolution unveils a larger scheme behind the recurring day

Who’s it For

  • mystery lovers
  • fans of time loops
  • readers who enjoy complex plots
  • detective fiction enthusiasts

About the author

Stuart Turton is an English author known for crafting intricate and original mysteries with a touch of the fantastical.