The Strange Case of Jane O. Karen Thompson Walker

“Quiet, cool-toned. . . . Scenes vibrate with the high-key hopes and anxieties of adolescence, the inherent loneliness of being a person in the world.”—The New York Times

“A mesmerizing tale about the mysteries of the brain, the limits of rationality and the magic of love.”—People

“Moving and unexpected.”—The Guardian

“An extraordinary book. . . . flawless . . . The author takes familiar psychological thriller tropes and throws them up in the air to produce something truly original. . . . … Flawless . . . askingA narrative that [asks] questions about the nature of being alive while still being an old-fashioned page-turner.”—The Daily Mail

“A fascinating psychological mystery that delves into the intricacies of memory, identity and perception . . . A master of building tension, Walker has written a thought-provoking novel that lingers long after the final page.”—The Seattle Times

“[A] page-turner . . . while it might sound like a supernatural thriller on the surface, it’s a tender exploration of trauma, familial bonds, and the lengths we’ll go to for mental health.”—The San Diego Union-Tribune

“Heart-expanding . . ., inquisitive, brilliantly -crafted. . . . If you enjoyed Kazuo Ishiguro’s Never Let Me Go, Stephen Grosz’s non-fiction The Examined Life, or Oliver Sacks’s The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, Oliver Sacks, then I think you’ll love this novel.”—Florence Knapp, New York Times bestselling author of The Names

“A brilliant and unforgettable novel, at once a metaphysical thriller, a psychological mystery, and a profound love story—a book for every haunted heart. I couldn’t put it down.”—Karen Russell, Pulitzer Prize finalist and author of Swamplandia!

“Karen Thompson Walker has created an unputdownable book (I read it in a single day) with a haunting twist ending I’ll be thinking about for a long time. I’m in awe.”—Angie Kim, New York Times bestselling author of Happiness Falls

“Elegant, propulsive, ingeniously structured, and intellectually rich, The Strange Case of Jane O. is both mind-bending and soul-altering. I loved it.”—Jessamine Chan, author of The School for Good Mothers

“This is one of the best books I’ve ever read.”—Olivia Gatwood, author of Whoever You Are, Honey

“At once quiet and intense, the novel takes an unexpected turn during its final chapters that begs its audience to reread in search of clues. Perfect for readers who like their literary fiction with an edge of psychological mystery.”—Library Journal

“Mesmerizing . . . an alluring vision of how personal history and memory intertwine.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Thompson Walker’s masterful prose propels the reader through this haunting and sublime story. Highly recommended.”—Booklist, starred review

“An exhilarating and riveting must-read and then read-again.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“Engrossing.”—BookPage