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The Three Lives of Cate Kay
- Author
- Kate Fagan
- Narrator
- various
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing
- Publish Date
- 9 January 2025
- Run Time
- 9 hours 52 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
- Genre
- Narrative theme: identity / belonging, Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general, Narrative theme: love / relationships, Narrative theme: coming of age
- Rating
- 4.5 (2 reviews)
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What to expect
For fans of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, comes a debut novel from an amazing new talent.
‘Such clever and multilayered plotting from a highly original storyteller.' Edel Coffey, Irish Times bestselling author of Breaking Point
Who is Cate Kay?
Cate Kay is the most famous author on the planet. But it’s just a name. Somehow, despite her bestselling novels and the record-breaking film franchise, the writer has remained completely anonymous.
Anne Marie Callahan is the name nobody knows. Only the people she left behind. And Annie knows there’s no one there anymore who could connect the dots between the girl who ran away all those years ago and the famous novelist.
If you asked, she’d say her name was Cass Ford. That’s what her barista shouts each morning. And it’s how she introduces herself to the woman she’ll eventually call the love of her life.
Three names, three lives. But Cate Kay is finally ready to tell you who she really is.
And when the truth is out, will everyone’s favourite novelist hold on to her place in our hearts or are some betrayals impossible to forgive?
Kate Fagan is the author of several New York Times bestselling non fiction books. Her debut novel is an astounding achievement. The Three Lives of Cate Kay explores the cost of ambition, the longings of first (and second and third) love, and how it's never too late to go home.
Readers love The Three Lives of Cate Kay:
‘I didn’t want it to end, a book I really couldn’t put down’ *****
‘The way that this book has been written is pure genius' *****
‘If you loved Daisy Jones and the Six and The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, then this one will hit the mark for you too’ *****
‘Gripping, perfectly paced and a unique story’ ****
‘An excellent debut and I look forward to more from Kate Fagan’ ****
‘Fantastic premise, characters, storylines, intrigue, settings... everything’ *****
Critics Review
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If you loved The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, then you will be obsessed with this
Cosmo
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Written as a fictional memoir, this is a brilliantly entertaining romp about a world-famous author who hides her past behind several identities and is now ready to reveal the truth. Fans of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo will love this.
Good Housekeeping
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I really didn't want this story to end. Such clever and multilayered plotting from a highly original storyteller. A breathtaking story of love, friendship and betrayal.
Edel Coffey, Irish Times bestselling author of Breaking Point
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We were obsessed with this page turner.
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A standout, multi-layered novel that will have you hooked
Sun
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Fagan makes her fiction debut with the electrifying story of a bestselling author’s secrets. Fagan fascinates with her enigmatic and shape-shifting protagonist, and the tightly woven plot will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It’s a blast.
Publisher's Weekly
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A brilliant read
Stylist
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I read The Three Lives of Cate Kay in 24 hours! I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough on this exquisitely crafted exploration of fame, creativity, sexuality, personal history and female friendship. It’s just so, so good.
Laura Jane Williams, author of Enemies to Lovers
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Structured as a fictional memoir, Kate Fagan’s debut is a moving and bingeable multi-POV novel about identity, acceptance, fame and love
CultureFly
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The Three Lives of Cate Kay is a captivating novel of deep friendship and dark secrets. Come for the twisty turns and celebrity glamor, stay for Kate Fagan's bighearted writing and all-too-human characters. I can't stop thinking about it.
Laura Hankin, author of A Special Place for Women
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An addictive page-turner infused with humor and heart, The Three Lives of Cate Kay balances the dishy allure of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo with the empathy of Slow Dance. A joy to read from first page to last.
Melissa Albert, New York Times bestselling author of The Hazel Wood
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An emotionally driven thriller that explores friendship, love, and the pitfalls of fame. I couldn’t stop reading this twisty, big-hearted novel. The Three Lives of Cate Kay is simply unputdownable! Kate Fagan is a masterful storyteller.
Emiko Jean, New York Times bestselling author of The Return of Ellie Black
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Readers who crave a thriller’s pulse and a literary novel’s perception will be rapt and delighted by Fagan’s gripping and heartfelt debut.
Emily Habeck, USA Today bestselling author of Shark Heart
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Centering on the experience of this small-town girl with burning ambitions, the book is exquisitely plotted with its inventive story structure, placing nuggets of information throughout to reel the reader in. Though the pace is leisurely, the tension of the story is taut and explores how ambitions clash with genuine connection and test the humanity of compassionate relationships. Fagan’s journalism-honed observational skills make her fiction debut shine.
Booklist
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The Three Lives of Cate Kay is the perfect book for anyone who has ever had to choose between a relationship and the pursuit of a dream. A delight from beginning to end.
Tasha Coryell, author of Love Letters to a Serial Killer
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A page-turner about page-turners. For fans of recent book club favourites Yellowface and The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. Kate Fagan's debut novel is immensely readable and designed for inhaling on a lazy afternoon.
Vogue Australia
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Everybody will fly through this book because it's so good
Daily Express
User Reviews
Book 4.5
Narration 5.0
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5.0 5.0
Absolutely loved this book, was completely drawn in to the characters and their complex, interwoven lives. Such a refreshing change to have women as the main characters and relationships between women being front and centre with all the difficulties but also the joy and excitement that brings, beautifully written and described
Pammy1962 2026-07-21
Details
- Author
- Kate Fagan
- Narrator
- various
- Duration
- 9 hours 52 minutes
- Release Date
- 9 January 2025
- ISBN
- 9781526682604
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing
- Genre
- Narrative theme: identity / belonging, Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general, Narrative theme: love / relationships, Narrative theme: coming of age
- Rating
- 4.5(2 reviews)
- Narration
- 5.0(2 reviews)
Synopsis
Bloomsbury presents The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan. Read by Marin Ireland, Tessa Albertson, Genevieve Kingston, Imani Jade Powers, Corey Brill, Kevin R. Free, Daniel Henning, Hillary Huber, Helen Laser, Fred Sanders, Jackie Sanders, and Emily Woo ZellerFor fans of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, comes a debut novel from an amazing new talent.‘Such clever and multilayered plotting from a highly original storyteller.' Edel Coffey, Irish Times bestselling author of Breaking PointWho is Cate Kay?Cate Kay is the most famous author on the planet. But it’s just a name. Somehow, despite her bestselling novels and the record-breaking film franchise, the writer has remained completely anonymous.Anne Marie Callahan is the name nobody knows. Only the people she left behind. And Annie knows there’s no one there anymore who could connect the dots between the girl who ran away all those years ago and the famous novelist.If you asked, she’d say her name was Cass Ford. That’s what her barista shouts each morning. And it’s how she introduces herself to the woman she’ll eventually call the love of her life.Three names, three lives. But Cate Kay is finally ready to tell you who she really is.And when the truth is out, will everyone’s favourite novelist hold on to her place in our hearts or are some betrayals impossible to forgive?Kate Fagan is the author of several New York Times bestselling non fiction books. Her debut novel is an astounding achievement. The Three Lives of Cate Kay explores the cost of ambition, the longings of first (and second and third) love, and how it's never too late to go home. Readers love The Three Lives of Cate Kay:‘I didn’t want it to end, a book I really couldn’t put down’ *****‘The way that this book has been written is pure genius' *****‘If you loved Daisy Jones and the Six and The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, then this one will hit the mark for you too’ *****‘Gripping, perfectly paced and a unique story’ ****‘An excellent debut and I look forward to more from Kate Fagan’ ****‘Fantastic premise, characters, storylines, intrigue, settings... everything’ *****
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