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In the epigraph we are introduced to Knox's 10 commandments of detective fiction, from a 1930s secret society of mystery writers. We now know the rules and regulations. We are prepared. We can proceed.
In the prologue we are told that everyone in Ernest's family has killed someone. And some of them, "the high achievers" have killed more than once. Ernest writes books on how to write detective novels, but this isn't a novel. It's real life, what happened to Ernest, and you can't wait to turn the pages to find out more.
The author Ern claims to be a “reliable narrator”, but nothing is what it seems in this brilliant crime caper. When the Cunninghams hold a family reunion in a remote mountain retreat, we find out, page by page, step by step the trials and tribulations that led them to this point. Ern steps out of the story to hilarious effect to give context, back story, recap events, highlight nuggets we may have missed. And he's funny, bloody funny. All with the mission of playing fair.
When a man is found dead in the middle of a snow-covered golf course, the murdery mystery begins and I didn't want it to end. Which Cunningham did the deed? Will Ern find his murderer? It's a fresh, clever, funny take on the murder mystery and I loved it. Highly recommended.
Deborah Maclaren
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Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone Synopsis
DYMOCKS BOOK OF THE YEAR SHORTLIST 2022THE SUNDAY TIMES (UK) BEST CRIME BOOKS OF 2022ABIA GENERAL FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR SHORTLIST 2023BOOKPEOPLE FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR SHORTLIST 2023INDIE BOOK AWARD 2023 LONGLIST'An ingenious and hilarious meta-murder mystery.' The Sunday Times'Exceptionally clever and amusing . . . Stevenson carries off this tour de force with all the aplomb of a master magician who conducts his tricks in plain view.' Publishers Weekly (USA) Starred Review'What an exceptionally fresh, smart, funny book - I've never read anything like this before.' #1 bestselling author Jane Harper'I absolutely LOVED it. It's so engaging, entertaining and charming. I don't think I've ever read anything like it. It was SUCH a fun read.' Marian Keyes'Clever, unexpected, and not to be missed.' NYT and international bestselling author Karin SlaughterI was dreading the Cunningham family reunion even before the first murder.Before the storm stranded us at the mountain resort, snow and bodies piling up.The thing is, us Cunninghams don't really get along. We've only got one thing in common: we've all killed someone.My brotherMy step-sisterMy wifeMy fatherMy motherMy sister-in-lawMy uncleMy stepfatherMy auntMeThe Australian novel that has taken the world by (snow)storm. Following a heated auction in Hollywood, film/TV rights were sold to HBO, and publishing rights to 26 countries so far!'I absolutely loved it. Utterly original, hugely entertaining, and a must-read for every fan of the mystery genre.' Jane Harper'The most luxuriantly enjoyable novel I've read in years. And years . . . I only wish there were more members of the Cunningham clan, so that this raucous, matchlessly entertaining mystery could go on longer.' AJ Finn'This is undoubtedly a future classic.' The Big Issue'The most original crime novel you will read this year.' Canberra Weekly'For something different, look no further than the very clever and entirely experimental Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone ... one of the most anticipated books of the year.' Weekend Australian'An engrossing whodunnit, with an ingenious twist on the classic crime genre. The type of book you finish and want to immediately read again.' Kyle Perry'If you're a classic murder mystery fan looking for something fresh and original, you will absolutely love this. I did.' Anna Downes'The best thing I've read in ages. I absolutely loved it. Whip-smart, twisted, funny, and constructed with the pinpoint precision of a bloodthirsty watchmaker.' Stuart MacBride
About This Edition
| ISBN: |
9781760144678 |
| Publication date: |
29th March 2022 |
| Author: |
Benjamin Stevenson |
| Publisher: |
Penguin Random House Australia |
| Format: |
Ebook (Epub) |
| Primary Genre |
Crime and Mystery
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Benjamin Stevenson Press Reviews
I absolutely loved it. Utterly original, hugely entertaining, and a must-read for every fan of the mystery genre. What an exceptionally fresh, smart, funny book - I've never read anything like this before. -- Jane Harper
The best thing I've read in ages. I absolutely loved it. Whip-smart, twisted, funny, and constructed with the pinpoint precision of a bloodthirsty watchmaker. -- Stuart MacBride
This book had me hooked from the first chapter. Deliciously funny, dark and intriguing -- Alex Pavesi
I absolutely loved it. It's so engaging, entertaining and charming. I don't think I've ever read anything like it, and it's such a fun read -- Marian Keyes Clever, unexpected, and not to be missed -- Karin Slaughter
An exceptionally clever and amusing mystery. Stevenson carries off this tour de force with all the aplomb of a master magician who conducts his tricks in plain view - Publishers Weekly
This was such a clever, compelling read. It's a must for anyone who loves the rules of crime fiction, but it still packs plenty of twists. It had me laughing and turning the pages in equal measure. Bravo Mr Stevenson! -- S.J. Bennett
An engrossing whodunnit, with an ingenious twist on the classic crime genre. The type of book you finish and want to immediately read again -- Kyle Perry
If you're a classic murder mystery fan looking for something fresh and original, you will absolutely love this -- Anna Downes
Surprising, darkly funny, clever and charming - you won't want to put this one down - Living Edge
A mystery for anyone who thinks they know all too well how mysteries are supposed to work -- Gabriel Bergmoser
A homage to a golden age whodunnit, with a page-turner plot . . . Smart and funny - Business Post
