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I Think I Was Murdered blends grief, tech, and suspense into a twisty, emotionally charged mystery. After her husband Brian dies, Katrina finds herself relying on a cutting-edge AI chatbot that mimics his personality and speech patterns. Built using Brian’s digital footprint—emails, texts, videos—it becomes her lifeline. She chats with “him” daily, unable to let go. But when the bot suddenly types the chilling sentence “I think I was murdered,” Katrina’s world is turned upside down.
The concept is both eerie and fascinating. The bot isn’t just a gimmick—it’s Katrina’s crutch, a digital ghost she confides in, argues with, and leans on to cope with overwhelming loss. Her emotional dependency adds depth and vulnerability to the story, even as the mystery unfolds and suspicion spreads.
I also loved the Norwegian angle—it adds a unique cultural layer and a sense of place that sets this apart from your average domestic thriller. The book shines in concept, though the pacing lags at times and not every twist lands cleanly. Still, the mix of small-town secrets, tech paranoia, and raw grief gives this story a fresh edge. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to talk to the dead… and have them talk back, this one’s for you.
** Thanks to the publisher for a review copy of this book. Opinions are my own.