The Three Lives of Cate Kay

Bookseller recommendation

“First book of the year and what a way to start! I loved this time-traveling tale of one woman with three identities and how she kept all of them in their own lanes. The different voices for the characters were on point, especially Sydney, because I could just picture this powerful, self-assured woman. Funny, heartbreaking, characters with depth, and, on occasion, the reading version of breaking the fourth wall. I loved it.”

— Kelli • The Novel Narwhal

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“Well done! Mysterious, emotional, insightful, and just plain fun to read! Great cast of readers for the audio version. ”

— Jen • Townie Books

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“A story of friendship, love and forgiveness that is a absolute delight and thrill to read. Fagan’s debut novel hits. ”

— Sam • The Painted Porch Book Shop

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“This audiobook had me hooked from the start. Read by a full cast, led by the narrative genius that is Marin Ireland. Excellent pacing keeps the reader invested through the various lives of the elusive Cate Kay. This book is unique, thrilling, heartbreaking, funny, and meaningful. The character development of both Cate Kay and the entire cast of charters is top notch. The world building puts you directly into every scene. I both laughed out loud and cried real tears. This book is a journey you will not soon forget. I loved it and I want everyone I know to read it and listen to it! ”

— Amy • Copperfield's Books

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“Recreating your life and erasing the past is a dream we all have at least once. But when it comes back to haunt you, can you fix what you broke when you made that choice?”

— Judi • Artisans Books & Coffee

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“You will not be able to stop listening to the story of the author of a hit book series who writes under a pseudonym! Told in the form of a memoir with many contributors, this is a story you don't want to miss.”

— Cathy • Blue Willow Bookshop

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“Fantastic group of vibrant narrators who help you keep the well developed characters straight, (you might want to take notes), because that is part of the mystery of Cate Kay. This is an unbelievable debut about the lengths some will go to to achieve their goals. ”

— Mollie • HearthFire Books

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“I loved the characters and how their stories wove together to create a beautiful story of friendship, forgiveness and love ❤️”

— Madison • Saltwater Bookshop

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“Once the background details are established and the story within a story story starts spooling out – with multiple narrators giving their perspectives on the past – The Three Lives of Cate Kay becomes a propulsively readable roller coaster of a novel. Unshakable, unstoppable ambitions and goals; the price of both fame and anonymity; unrequited love vs mutual attraction; misunderstandings and missed opportunities – these are what make up the heart of this highly entertaining story. ”

— Shirley • Watermark Books

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“Full cast- sign me up! This one follows the life of Cate Kay and her various identities throughout her past. The storytelling is brilliant and listening to it really brings the book to life. ”

— Aimee • Wandering Pages Bookstore

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“What if the most selfish thing you ever did lead to you getting everything you ever wanted - and nothing that really matters? That makes The Three Lives of Cate Kay sound like a downer, but it's not. The payoff of this intricately plotted novel about friendship and love, and the stories we tell, is a joy!”

— Robin • Books & Books @ The Studios of Key West

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“Rarely do I care so intensely about characters in a suspense novel, but The Three Lives of Cate Kay provides mystery with hope and redemption. With characters that you connect with and grow to love, I’ll be recommending it to everyone!”

— Tamela Watkins • The Village Bookseller