60 pages 2 hours read

Stuart Turton

The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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In Stuart Turton's The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, protagonist Aiden Bishop is trapped in a time loop, reliving the same day eight times in different bodies to solve the murder of Evelyn Hardcastle at an isolated manor. The novel combines traditional mystery elements with time travel and body switching as Aiden navigates through various perspectives to uncover the truth. Suicide.

Reviews & Readership

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Stuart Turton's The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle has been praised for its inventive, genre-blending plot and complex storytelling. The novel’s intricate timeline and unique character perspectives have captivated readers, though some found its convoluted structure challenging. Overall, it is celebrated for its originality and gripping murder mystery.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle?

Readers who relish intricate mysteries and mind-bending narratives will enjoy The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton. Fans of Agatha Christie’s whodunits and the time-loop complexity of Groundhog Day will find this novel captivating. It's perfect for those who enjoy unraveling multilayered plots and exploring rich character dynamics.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Fantasy

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Themes

Relationships: Siblings

Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice

Emotions/Behavior: Revenge

Topics

Trauma / Abuse / Violence

Relationships