The Measure

Nikki Erlick is a writer and editor whose work has appeared online with New York Magazine, Harper's Bazaar, Newsweek, Cosmopolitan, Indagare Travel, The Huffington Post, and Vox. She has a bachelor's degree from Harvard University and a master's degree from Columbia University. The Measure is her debut novel.

"Perfect for book clubs, Erlick's The Measure is equal parts charming and thought-provoking. It takes a philosophical question-what if everybody on earth knew exactly how long they had left to live?-and explores, with compassion and pragmatism, how the implications would trickle down into every area of modern life, from politics to intimacy." - Marie Claire

"Despite its chilling premise, Erlick's novel is an escape from-rather than a window into-our own terrifying reality." - New York Times

"So often, high-concept novels are all conceit, no heart, but Nikki Erlick gives us both in spades, a fascinating and timely setup buttressed by a compelling cast of characters finding their hard way through unprecedented times. It makes The Measure a heartfelt parable for our own unprecedented times but also its opposite: a lesson in what doesn't change even when everything else does." - Laurie Frankel, New York Times bestselling author of One Two Three

"What an incredible book! It's truly original with an intriguing premise that's beautifully executed. I loved the fact that it was written from so many POVs, each adding depth and perspective to the overall narrative which made it a rich and satisfying read. I found it gripping, poignant, and intensely thought-provoking." - Ruth Hogan, bestselling author of The Keeper of Lost Things

"A compelling, heart-breaking story of life and love with a perfect, elegant premise." - Bridget Collins, bestselling author of The Binding

"One of the most life-affirming novels I've read in a long while, The Measure is exactly what our world needs right now."
- Christina Dalcher, bestselling author of Vox