So begins The Christie Affair, told from the point of view of Miss Nan O’Dea, a fictional character but based on someone real.
In retrospect, it’s frightening, but I daresay in the moment, it feels sweet. Your hands, harmless until now, rise up to squeeze another person’s life away. It conveys a strength you never knew you possessed. It takes over your body so completely, it’s like a divine force, grabbing hold of your will, your limbs, your psyche. First comes rage, larger than any you’ve ever imagined. It’s a particular feeling, the urge to murder.
“A long time ago, in another country, I nearly killed a woman. All opinions presented here are solely mine.ĬW/TW: kidnapping, murder, rape, physical assault Synopsis from Goodreads Martin’s Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of The Christie Affair.
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