The Murderer's Maid: A Lizzie Borden Novel (Historical Murder Thriller) in Bloomington, MN

A True Crime Thriller
“Fascinating, mesmerizing, and so darkly atmospheric that you keep looking over your shoulder as you read.” —
Diana Gabaldon
, internationally-bestselling author of the
Outlander
series
Winner of Two Historical Fiction Awards in 2018 (IPPY Gold Medal Award and National Indie Excellence Award)
#1 Bestseller in Historical Ireland
In this historical murder thriller, author Erika Mailman (also winner of the 2007 Bram Stoker Award for her novel
The Witch’s Trinity
) brings the true story of the brutal murder of Lizzie Borden’s father and stepmother into new focus by adding a riveting contemporary narrative.
With historical detail and taut, modern storytelling
, Erika Mailman writes a captivating novel about identity, choices, freedom, and murder. She offers readers a fresh perspective on the notorious 19
th
century crime and explores the trials of immigrants seeking a better life while facing down fear and oppression, today and throughout history. Intelligent and detailed,
The Murderer’s Maid
is a gripping read from beginning to bloody conclusion.
interweaves the stories of two women
, the 19
century servant of infamous Lizzie Borden and the other a 21
st
century modern-day barista fleeing from an attempt on her life. Irish maid Bridget Sullivan, trapped by servitude and afraid for her own safety, finds herself an unwilling witness to the tensions in the volatile Borden household. In 2016, Brooke, the illegitimate daughter of an immigrant maid, is unknowingly connected to the legendary 19
century crime. Brooke struggles to conceal her identity and stay a jump ahead of the men who want to kill her.
If you have read and enjoyed Lizzie Borden books such as
The Life and Trial of Lizzie Borden, A Private Disgrace, The History and Haunting of Lizzie Borden, Parallel Lives, The Secrets of Lizzie Borden,
or
The Fall River Tragedy
; you will love Erika Mailman’s award winning true crime thriller
The Murderer's Maid
.