The Only Books You'll Want in Your Beach Bag—Sharp, Sexy Stories With Substance and a Side of Scandal Fresh fiction that's as chic and captivating as your summer wardrobe Marie Claire · May 31, 2025
What if Hitler was assassinated and World War II ended in compromise? Catherine Chidgey imagines a parallel reality Catherine Chidgey’s ninth novel, The Book of Guilt, has been hotly anticipated. Following the critical and commercial success of her last two novels, it was the subject of a bidding war between UK publishers. The Book of Guilt is also now the first of her books to be released in… The Conversation · May 26, 2025
The Book of Guilt by Catherine Chidgey review – this dystopia could have been extraordinary Alternate political realities are compellingly explored in this sinister vision of a children’s home – but the echoes of Ishiguro are just too strong The Guardian - UK · May 21, 2025
20 best New Zealand books of the 21st century: as chosen by experts Last month, we enjoyed reading The New York Times Best Books of the 21st century – but were disappointed it included no Australian or New Zealand authors. The Conversation · Sep 10, 2024
Pet by Catherine Chidgey review – a teacher’s masterclass in manipulation A Catholic primary school in New Zealand provides the setting for this atmospheric tale of cruelty and betrayal The Guardian - UK · Jul 20, 2023
Pet by Catherine Chidgey review – sly psychological thriller The New Zealander’s latest novel, set in 1980s suburban, Catholic Wellington, moves to a dark denouement powered by lingering uncertainty The Guardian - UK · Jul 2, 2023