# The Murderer's Maid: A Lizzie Borden Novel (Historical Murder Thriller) - Hardcover

by **Erika Mailman** (Author)

**A True Crime Thriller**  

"Fascinating, mesmerizing, and so darkly atmospheric that you keep looking over your shoulder as you read." --**Diana Gabaldon**, internationally-bestselling author of the _Outlander_ series  

**Winner of Two Historical Fiction Awards in 2018 (IPPY Gold Medal Award and National Indie Excellence Award)  
#1 Bestseller in Historical Ireland**  

**In this historical murder thriller, author Erika Mailman (also winner of the 2007 Bram Stoker Award for her novel** **_The Witch's Trinity_****) brings the true story of the brutal murder of Lizzie Borden's father and stepmother into new focus by adding a riveting contemporary narrative.**  

**With historical detail and taut, modern storytelling**, Erika Mailman writes a captivating novel about identity, choices, freedom, and murder. She offers readers a fresh perspective on the notorious 19th century crime and explores the trials of immigrants seeking a better life while facing down fear and oppression, today and throughout history. Intelligent and detailed, _The Murderer's Maid_ is a gripping read from beginning to bloody conclusion.  

**_The Murderer's Maid_ interweaves the stories of two women**, the 19th century servant of infamous Lizzie Borden and the other a 21st century modern-day barista fleeing from an attempt on her life. Irish maid Bridget Sullivan, trapped by servitude and afraid for her own safety, finds herself an unwilling witness to the tensions in the volatile Borden household. In 2016, Brooke, the illegitimate daughter of an immigrant maid, is unknowingly connected to the legendary 19th century crime. Brooke struggles to conceal her identity and stay a jump ahead of the men who want to kill her.  

**If you have read and enjoyed Lizzie Borden books such as _The Life and Trial of Lizzie Borden, A Private Disgrace, The History and Haunting of Lizzie Borden, Parallel Lives, The Secrets of Lizzie Borden,_ or _The Fall River Tragedy_; you will love Erika Mailman's award winning true crime thriller _The Murderer's Maid_.**

### Author Biography

**Erika Mailman** is the author of _The Witch's Trinity_, a _San Francisco Chronicle_ Notable Book and Bram Stoker Award finalist, and Woman of Ill Fame, a Pushcart Press Editor's Book Award nominee. She's a Yaddo fellow and lives in Northern California with her family. www.erikamailman.com  

**Dimensions:** 1.6 x 8.7 x 5.9 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** October 30, 2017

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