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A review by courtsbooknook
The Three Lives of Cate Kay: A Novel by Kate Fagan
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
This was pitched as Evelyn Hugo, and I did get a little bit of that vibe, except with alter egos rather than seven husbands. I liked that Annie was the narrator for the book's first part, but it quickly shifted into multiple POVs, including her other personas. The writing was lyrical and light, even though the book got heavy at times. I liked the pacing and felt like the story moved along well. I also liked the meta-writing style. Cate Kay was the author and the main character, which I thought was unique. Sometimes, there were almost too many narrators, and I was confused about who's who, but overall, this was an enjoyable read. Thank you to Atria books for the ARC to read and review!