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In the gripping historical mystery 'Alias Grace', bestselling author Margaret Atwood reimagines the life of Grace Marks, convicted for the brutal murders of her employer, Thomas Kinnear, and his housekeeper, Nancy Montgomery. The novel delves into the complexities of memory, guilt, and the pursuit of justice through the story of a woman whose life was torn apart by the harsh realities of her time.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Margaret Atwood
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