Six Weeks to Live - by Catherine McKenzie (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

In this international bestseller, a "twisty tale of secrets and lies that reverberate across generations of a dysfunctional family" (Michele Campbell, author of The Wife Who Knew Too Much), a woman diagnosed with cancer sets out to discover if someone poisoned her before her time is up.

Jennifer Barnes never expected the shocking news she received at a routine doctor's appointment: she has a terminal brain tumor--and only six weeks left to live.

While stunned by the diagnosis, the forty-eight-year-old mother decides to spend what little time she has left with her family--her adult triplets and twin grandsons--close by her side. But when she realizes she was possibly poisoned a year earlier, she's determined to discover who might have tried to get rid of her before she's gone for good.

Separated from her husband and with a contentious divorce in progress, Jennifer focuses her suspicions on her soon-to-be ex. Meanwhile, her daughters are each processing the news differently. Calm medical student Emily is there for whatever Jennifer needs. Moody scientist Aline, who keeps her mother at arm's length, nonetheless agrees to help with the investigation. Even imprudent Miranda, who has recently had to move back home, is being unusually solicitous.

But with her daughters doubting her campaign against their father, Jennifer can't help but wonder if the poisoning is all in her head--or if there's someone else who wanted her dead. "Part whodunnit, part family drama, this textured and utterly spellbinding story unravels in surprising ways you won't see coming" (Christina McDonald, USA TODAY bestselling author).

Review Quotes

"Six Weeks to Live begins with a devastating premise, then takes the reader on the most unexpected ride as a mother seeks to uncover the truth about the illness that is about to take her life. With skillful plotting and flawless narration, McKenzie weaves together past and present in this twisty, page-turning and, ultimately, heartbreaking novel. Thoroughly enjoyable!"
--Wendy Walker, bestselling author of Don't Look for Me

"A twisty tale of secrets and lies that reverberate across generations of a dysfunctional family. Gripping and unputdownable."
-- Michele Campbell, internationally bestselling author of The Wife Who Knew Too Much

"Every time I open the covers on a Catherine McKenzie novel, I know I'm in for a ride. Six Weeks to Live proves my theory right yet again. With its impeccable plotting and ticking clock, it is the best kind of domestic suspense--a story both heartbreaking and visceral, surprising yet inevitable. Jennifer and her triplets will shock you from start to finish."
--JT Ellison, New York Times bestselling author of Her Dark Lies and Good Girls Lie

"Just when you think you know what's happening...there's a new twist, a new piece of information, a new direction. Unpredictable and captivating, Six Weeks to Live had me mesmerized right up to the shocking end."
--Samantha Downing, bestselling author of My Lovely Wife and He Started It

"Smart, engrossing and richly emotional, Six Weeks to Live is a deep dive into the secrets and lies between a dying mother and her three daughters. Part who-dunnit, part family drama, this textured and utterly spellbinding story unravels in surprising ways you won't see coming. A heart-wrenching, complex story of death, regret, and the impact our pasts have on our future."
--Christina McDonald, USA Today bestselling author

About the Author

Catherine McKenzie was born and raised in Montreal, Canada. A graduate of McGill University in history and law, Catherine practiced law for twenty years before leaving to write full time. An avid runner, skier, and tennis player, she's the author of numerous bestsellers including I'll Never Tell and The Good Liar. Her works have been translated into multiple languages and Please Join Us, I'll Never Tell, and You Can't Catch Me have all been optioned for development into television series. Visit her at CatherineMcKenzie.com or follow her on Twitter @CEMcKenzie1 or Instagram @CatherineMcKenzieAuthor.