70: Chris Bridges on Crime, Moral Dilemmas & His Books The Deathbed & Sick to Death | In My Good Books

In this episode Chris Bridges, bestselling author of Sick to Death, joins me again to discuss his much-anticipated second novel, The Deathbed. We dive deep into the writing process, the pressure of following up a successful debut, and what it really feels like when awards recognition is both validating and daunting. Chris shares how living with chronic illness has shaped not only his writing routine but also the promotional side of being an author. We talk candidly about the expectations that come with a second book and the challenge of pushing yourself creatively while managing your health. Our conversation explores the darker themes at the heart of The Deathbed - moral ambiguity, friendship dynamics, and the unsettling power of an unreliable narrator. Chris also discusses how nursing is portrayed in his fiction, focusing on its complexity, ethical grey areas, and emotional intensity. We also chat about the 90s setting in Sick to Death, and how Chris accidentally wrote what now feels like historical fiction. From pre-mobile phone communication challenges to cultural nostalgia, the era adds an unexpected layer to the story. Find Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisbridgeswriter/ Buy The Death Bed: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/the-death-bed-chris-bridges/7852349?ean=9780008698171&next=t Books recommended: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/witch-trial-don-t-miss-the-extraordinary-brand-new-thriller-from-the-sunday-times-million-copy-bestselling-author-available-to-pre-order-now-harrie/d50dd98898dbdd03?ean=9781035411917&next=t https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/a-judgement-in-stone-a-chilling-and-captivatingly-unsettling-thriller-from-the-award-winning-queen-of-crime-ruth-rendell-ruth-rendell/14018?ean=9780099171409&next=t