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Who Killed My Mother?
a memoir
2021
First Published
4.44
Average Rating
308
Number of Pages
Two phone calls. One mysterious death. This is a true story.
On July 4, 2020 Kory received two phone calls. One from her uncle, saying her mother was found dead in her bedroom from an overdose. A second from a homicide detective saying he believes it was murder—and her uncle is the suspect.
Now Kory wants to find the truth about what happened to her mother. But sifting through the conflicting details and compelling evidence turns out to be a hell of a ride. Only after a fearless look into her mother's dark past, will she uncover a truth—one she never expected.This captivating story is the perfect blend of true crime and memoir. Praise for Who Killed My Mother?★★★★★ “This book struck very close to home.”★★★★★ “This book was absolutely real, honest & heartbreaking.”★★★★★ “…this was also a story of courage, and strength, Kory has pulled herself up and out of a very harrowing childhood and life. I've never met her, but I'm extremely proud of her for being the person she is…”★★★★★ “searingly honest, autobiographical masterpiece…”★★★★★ “This is an AMAZING true story.”★★★★★ “This true story is honestly written and raises points we should all be looking out for.”★★★★★ “Kory did a great job on such a personal story.”
Avg Rating
4.44
Number of Ratings
57
5 STARS
65%
4 STARS
21%
3 STARS
9%
2 STARS
4%
1 STARS
2%
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Author

Kory M. Shrum
Kory M. Shrum
Author · 26 books

Kory M. Shrum has published over twenty-five books including the bestselling Shadows in the Water and Dying for a Living series. She also hosts two podcasts: “Who Killed My Mother?” the true story of her mother’s tragic death. And A Well Cared For Human - a mental health and self-care podcast You can listen to these shows for free on YouTube or your favorite podcast app. She also publishes poetry under the name K.B. Marie. When not writing, eating, reading, podcasting, or indulging in her true calling as a stay-at-home dog mom, she can usually be found under thick blankets with snacks. The kettle is almost always on. She lives in Michigan with her equally bookish wife, Kim, and their rescue pug, Charley.

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