The book, written by Sarah Langan, is a fictionalized account of the events surrounding the Borden murders, drawing inspiration from the real-life story.
Here's what you need to know about the legend:
* The murders: Andrew Borden and Abby Borden were found murdered in their home on August 4, 1892. Andrew was found in the living room, while Abby was found in the guest room. Both had been killed by multiple blows from a hatchet.
* Lizzie as the suspect: Lizzie, Andrew Borden's daughter, was immediately suspected of the murders. She was the only person at home at the time of the murders, and she had a tumultuous relationship with her father.
* The trial: Lizzie was put on trial in 1893, but was acquitted due to lack of evidence. The trial was widely publicized and became a national sensation.
* The enduring mystery: Despite her acquittal, Lizzie Borden remained a suspect in the eyes of many, and the case continues to fascinate people to this day.
Langan's novel "Bloody Liggie" takes the historical events and adds its own fictional twists, exploring the psychological and social aspects of the case in a unique way.