51 pages • 1 hour read
Nina SimonMother Daughter Murder Night
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon is a crime novel centered around Jack, a young woman who becomes a murder suspect, and her family's efforts to prove her innocence. The story, set in Elkhorn Slough, California, follows Jack, her mother Beth, and her grandmother Lana as they navigate complex family dynamics and work to solve two connected murders. The novel includes discussions of gun violence, sexism, abortion, antisemitism, and racism against Latinx and Filipino people.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Mother Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon captivates with its strong family dynamics and engaging plot. Readers appreciate the well-developed characters and the novel's mix of mystery and emotional depth. However, some note a predictable storyline and pacing issues. Overall, a compelling read for those who enjoy layered relationships and intriguing twists.
Who Should Read Mother Daughter Murder Night?
A reader who enjoys Mother Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon would likely appreciate strong familial dynamics intertwined with suspenseful mystery. Fans of Lisa Jewell’s Then She Was Gone or Liane Moriarty’s Big Little Lies will find similar engrossing storytelling and complex characters. This novel suits those who crave emotional depth alongside thrilling twists.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Identity: Gender
Relationships: Mothers
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice