I am a huge fan of Sally Hepworth so when this book turned up in my library, I was thrilled. And I’m even more thrilled to share that The Good Sister is just as amazing as Ms. Hepworth’s previous books! I’m sad that it doesn’t come out until April of 2021 because it is the perfect beach read. I read it on a float in less than a day. I loved the twist even though I figured it out a bit earlier than I would have liked. I loved Fern and her I n the spectrum personality. Really one of the best books I’ve read this year!

I loved The Mother-in-law and I enjoyed this just as much. In fact, I stayed up until three in the morning to finish it. The story is about Fern and Rose, fraternal twins and is told through a diary of Rose’s (the past) and Fern (the present). Their relationship is complex, as I imagine it is with sisters. But complicated more because of their past and Fern’s issues in life. I loved this book. I loved the author’s development of the characters and I loved the humour coupled with the suspense.
Thanks to NetGalley for an e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I devoured The Good Sister in one day's time. Sally Hepworth is a genius; even her dedication is a sweet + hilarious note to her daughters. Here's what I love about the book: EVERYTHING (but really!)
-The characters are complex, but without feeling like you're reading a long list of synonyms. Hepworth does a great job of character development
-The plot is unique and original
-The main character, Fern, struggles with sensory processing disorder and you can tell the author has done her homework.
-So many things happening without feeling unrealistic- Murder, pregnancy, lies, love. This book has it all!
-Family drama- YES PLEASE!
-A surprise ending- EVEN BETTER!

I cannot recommend this book enough!

I loved this book! A tale of two sisters in their late twenties, Fern & Rose, fraternal twins that couldn't be more opposite to each other. Fern is a tall fair-haired kindhearted librarian with an unofficially diagnosed sensory sensitivity disorder, most likely on the autistic spectrum. Her sister Rose is petite and brunette, separated from her husband and longing for a child she can't physically have. Rose has always looked after Fern, protecting her from their unstable mother during their childhood and from others in society nowadays who might take advantage of her. Tragedy struck when they were younger and Rose has vowed never to leave Fran on her own, for everyone's safety. Now Fern sees her chance to repay Rose by providing her with the gift she wants most, a child of her own. And that's when things get interesting..

Any avid mystery reader will know that things aren't always as they appear and this story takes it to new levels. How we define good and bad, strong and weak, safe and dangerous - it's not always as clear as you'd think. As you read this story, you have to step back and remember that you're seeing it through the eyes of two very different women and that the truth may lie somewhere in between. Or does it? Maybe it was there in front of us all along, we just weren't looking for it. Sounds confusing? Well then you will just have to read it for yourself to understand what I mean. And it will be so incredibly worth it!

Wow! I could not put this down until I finished the book. Fern and Rose are fraternal twins but completely different. Fern has a sensitivity disorder, and Rose has to help her calm down when things get too much. Rose is keeping a diary and we see glimpses of their lives thru her writings, how her mother hates her and her husband left her and the responsibilities of Fern. Meanwhile, Fern is happy working as a librarian. She meets a man who seems to share her sensitivities. But, then things get twisted and OMG you just have to read this book.

Two sisters, fraternal twins. Different as night and day.. Bound to each other by familial bonds. One is tall and slender, the other short and curvy. One has trouble with too much noise, lights, and smells. The other knows how to calm her. One is a librarian the other an interior designer. What they do have in common is their desire to help each other and defend each other. One twin has a very dark side, though. Willing to go to any lengths to gain what they want. No matter who gets in the way or who they hurt. A psychological thriller that draws you in right up to the very end. Excellent read!