Chelsea Bieker

Author of Madwoman, Godshot & Heartbroke

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Madwoman Chelsea Bieker

Madwoman

“Brilliant in its depiction of the long shadows cast by domestic violence.”

— The New York Times Book Review

A National Bestseller · A Book of the Month Pick · A September Indie Next Pick · An Oprah’s Best Book of the Year · An NPR Best Book of 2024 · An Elle Best Literary Fiction Book of 2024 · A CrimeReads Best Psychological Thriller of 2024 · A Time Most Anticipated Fall Book · A Today Show Most Anticipated Book · A Lit Hub Most Anticipated Book · A Goodreads Readers’ Most Anticipated · A WILLA Literary Award Finalist · Longlisted for the Aspen Words Prize

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“It reads like a thriller and a love song.”

— Cheryl Strayed

“The rare kind of book that lives in your bones.”

— Ashley Audrain

“A masterpiece about the poison of violence.”

— Booklist, Starred Review

“A smart, whiplash suspense.”

— People

“Darkly funny, heart-smashing, unforgettable.”

— Rachel Yoder

“A blazing, singular talent.”

— Kimberly King Parsons

“‘White Oleander’ for a new generation.”

— Barnes & Noble

The books

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Madwoman

Novel · 2024

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Godshot

Novel · 2020

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Heartbroke

Stories · 2022

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About

Chelsea Bieker writes darker literary suspense, shot through with light and humor. Her novel Madwoman was a national bestseller; her collection Heartbroke won the California Book Award.