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Chris May

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Born

in Manchester, The United Kingdom

Website

https://chrismayauthor.co.uk/

Genre

Contemporary, Mystery, Science Fiction

Member Since

July 2025

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*** A hugely creative writer with a bold imagination. Prepare to be entertained, inspired and challenged. ***

"Chris May is an exceptionally talented author." Amazon review

"Superb writing, clever and thought-provoking." Goodreads review

"Chris May has a strong writing style and I am excited for more from him." Netgalley review

Chris May trained initially as an engineer before forging a career in healthcare. He founded health tech company Mayden in 2000 which today employs 150 people and is based in Bath.

His writing explores big ideas in philosophy, science, theology and psychology using fiction, usually in the form of page-turning mystery thrillers. He likes to create circumstances in which his characters wrestle with the major challenges of w ...more

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Average rating: 4.7 · 44 ratings · 26 reviews · 5 distinct works • Similar authors

	The Son of Man 4.86 avg rating — 29 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Made Without Managers: One company’s story of creating a self-managing workplace by Team Mayden, Chris May (Goodreads Author) 4.50 avg rating — 10 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Silent Light really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 4 ratings — published 2000 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Made Without Managers: One company's story of creating a self-managing workplace by Team Mayden, Alison Sturgess-Durden, Chris May (Goodreads Author) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Data-Driven Healthcare 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Chris May liked Brigitte Kirsch's review of The Son of Man: "This book is full of symbolic moments that add depth to the storyline. Small details often carry hidden meaning, and the author uses them to hint at the spiritual forces shaping the characters’ lives. I found it rewarding to read slowly and pay atten" Read more of this review »
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Chris May liked Gianfranco's review of The Son of Man: "Gripping I liked that nothing is spoon-fed. The story respects the reader and allows space for personal interpretation. By the time the religious angle intensifies, the book becomes even more gripping, especially because it refuses to take the easy ro" Read more of this review »
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Chris May liked Tara Dodson's review of The Son of Man: "A thrilling read! If you've ever read a book where there are several events happening at once, you know a great author ties it all together seamlessly. This is that book! A gripping, almost fantastical bunch of events that hold your attention iat ever" Read more of this review »
Dec 11, 2025 02:37PM · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of The Son of Man by Chris May. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — The Son of Man by Chris May <iframe sandbox id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Chris May liked Jane Butler's review of The Son of Man: "One of the most interesting things about this book is its rotating structure. Each chapter shifts to a different character, creating a layered, almost panoramic view of a spiritual journey in motion. The author doesn’t rush to explain everything; ins" Read more of this review »
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Chris May made a comment in the group Goodreads Librarians Group — Please move book to my author profile topic " Thank you :-) "
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Chris May rated a book it was amazing The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Really loved this book. Contrary to comments from others, I thought the writing style was great. Wish I could write like that. The two intertwining storylines were equally fascinating.
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Chris May rated a book it was amazing The Names by Florence Knapp	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Great idea excellently executed with beautiful writing and lots of original metaphors.
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Chris May wants to read A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Chris May voted for The Names as Readers' Favorite Debut Novel in the Opening Round of the 2025 Goodreads Choice Awards. Cast Your Vote
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Chris May rated a book it was amazing The Names by Florence Knapp	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Great idea excellently executed with beautiful writing and lots of original metaphors.
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