“An authentic and heart-rending page-turner. An exceptional debut from a talented author – I can’t wait to see what she writes next.”

“The second I finished this extremely impressive debut, I went back to the beginning and read it again: I defy anyone else to do otherwise.”

A GRAZIA Book of the Year

“Magnificent”

“Chung’s engrossing debut thriller asks questions about identity, society and truth through its unforgettable protagonist.”

“A dazzling thriller”

“Intricately plotted and sensitively written, ‘The Eighth Girl’ draws the reader into the dark heart of London’s underworld with relentless tension until the shock of the final reveal.”

“Totally original, gorgeously written, brimming with insight and intelligence.”

“I am so impressed. I love Chung’s writing: The sheer joy she takes in the tones of the separate personalities, and the skill of her negotiation of what is actually a very complicated plot. It’s a brave and ambitious book.”

“Deftly written by an author whose professional expertise shines through, I was captivated by The Eighth Girl. A dark and disturbing tale set in London’s gritty underbelly, The Eighth Girl asks big questions about identity, truth and society.”

“An intricately woven character piece that doesn’t shy away from powerful storytelling. Chung’s writing is bold and full of immersive details, plunging you into the mind – or minds – of a real-life disorder many might know, but few understand. The tension is high, and I found myself reading obsessively. Brilliance in abundance.”

“The ‘Eighth Girl’ is an exquisite exploration of childhood trauma and its impact on the psyche. Part thriller, part character study, I devoured this novel in one sitting, reflecting on each sentence, each passage and each astute observation of humanity. A true gem!”

“[A] fascinating debut.”

“A multi-layered and compelling exploration of Dissociative Identity Disorder. The author’s expertise of the subject is clear. Intelligent, sensitive and totally engrossing.”

“Fans of psychological thrillers will be curious to see what Chung comes up with next.”

“[S]tunning and disturbing… Chung’s compelling debut plumbs the depths of trauma and its long-lasting effects on the human psyche.”