The Housemaid Is Reading a Thriller discussion

I have selfishly chosen this book as I personally LOVE a thriller with a unique premise.

The Measure by Nikki Erlick is a thought-provoking speculative novel that poses a simple yet life-altering question: what if you could know exactly how long you’ll live?

One ordinary morning, people around the world find small wooden boxes on their doorsteps, each containing a string that reveals the length of their lives. The arrival of these mysterious boxes triggers personal dilemmas, societal upheaval, and political conflict. Through an ensemble cast, the novel explores how the knowledge of one’s mortality shapes relationships, ambitions, and the very fabric of society, ultimately challenging what it means to live a meaningful life.

Honestly gang I’ve just finished reading this one and YES it’s good but NO I wouldn’t say it’s a thriller… thought I’d give a quick public service announcement on that 😂

Half way through and I’m so addicted to this one! Even tho it’s not a thriller but I’m glad it was one of the months picks as don’t think I’d ever have picked it up! Can’t pin point why I’m so into this one as feel a great deal isn’t actually going on when I think about it but I don’t know it’s so good!🤣

That’s so fun I’m glad you liked it Shanay!!! It’s such a cool concept - after reading the book I definitely wouldn’t check my string length 😂