I have been a fan of Beth Harbison for a long time. Her writing style is fun and easy. The books she writes are great palate cleansers. <i>Confessions of the Other Sister</i> was exactly that but with a bit more emotion added in. Those emotions included laughter and sadness, but also so much frustration. The way that the sisters thought of each other was maddening because it was petty and childish at times, even though they are both in their 30s. But then I realized Harbison captured the emotions exactly as they were. It was meant to be frustrating for those exact reasons. Just like real life siblings bicker nonsensically and you want to do all you can to tell them to just knock it off. Most importantly, this book was about love and understanding. I really did enjoy this read.

Francis and Crosby are sisters who have nothing in common except their parents.
Then fate intervenes, throwing these incompatible siblings together in this sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking novel of sisterhood, grown-ups who need to grow up, and the realization that no one in a family is invisible. They finally sit and talk about their childhood and their lives. Each finally realizes that they are not so different and decide to help each other move forward. Funny at times and heartbreaking in other chapters, this is a good story of sisters.

ok, I hate that I have to say that because I love Beth Harbison as a writer. Her earlier works got me back into reading. But this one was ok.

I read all of Confessions of the Other Sister in one day. It was definitely engaging and entertaining. I enjoyed seeing both Frances and Crosby's perspectives and getting to know them. They were both likable even though they had their own flaws and insecurities to overcome. I also liked seeing their interactions with each other, which felt genuine. I could definitely feel Crosby's frustration with Mardie when they were working together. I also felt sympathy toward Frances over all the hurdles she was trying to jump to make her dream a reality.

I read an advanced copy of this novel, so I am hoping the timing inconsistencies were caught and ironed out for the final publication. I do time math in my head whenever I'm reading a book, so I just have to overlook it when I'm reading an ARC, but it's hard to train my mind to do that. I also felt like things didn't really get tied up and a lot was left hanging.

One part of the story hit close to home, but it's not like Beth could have predicted that when she wrote it.

Overall, an interesting and relatable read!

Movie casting suggestions:
Frances: Rebecca Rittenhouse
Crosby: AJ Michalka
Mardie: Izabella Miko
Trey: Channing Tatum
Jill: Christine Baranski

This book is great! Would definitely recommend. Thanks so much to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

Two sisters, each with their own problems, have to learn to coexist in the aftermath of trauma.

Interesting premise, and per the reviews, many other people loved it. I didn’t empathize with either of the main characters, so this book was a miss for me.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC.

Confessions of the Other Sister by Beth Harbison was truly an outstanding story!
It kinda made me think about me and my two sister's.
To be honest I devoured this book in one day.
I don't know what it was but once I started reading I didn't want to stop.
The story is told from both point of views... Frances and Crosby. And they are complete opposites!
It was so much fun getting to know each sister and being able to see and feel how they saw and felt!
The characters are well-drawn and so realistic. It was so nice being able to see how it all unfolds for them.
Ok so the writing. Damn the writing was one of the best! Her writing style y'all is fantastic!
A fun, lighthearted, uplifting, funny at times novel.
And one I will recommend to anyone who will listen.

I'm so happy to say that my first book by Beth Harbison was a five star read!

"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

William Morrow,
Thank You for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

Francis and Crosby Turner are sisters who have little in common. Francis is somewhat jealous of Crosby because good luck seems to fall into her lap, and Crosby harbors anger towards Francis for a perceived slight in their youth. When Crosby has an opportunity in Francis' city, the sisters live together again and tensions rise to the surface.

This was an ok story about two people who can't really communicate. I wanted to shake both of them because it would've been so easy to just be honest with each other. I know that this is a major component to conflict and makes the story better, but the miscommunication between them was far too serious to carry into adulthood. Francis and Crosby were in their 30s but seemed so much younger. Both characters had strong feelings, good and bad, towards the other, but I didn't really *feel* it, if that makes sense. The feelings of hurt and anger didn't really make an impression on me, and while the story was well-written, these characters will not stay with me.

Crosby and Frances are very, very different although they grew up together and are sisters. Crosby was the little tagalong sister and Frances loved her but wanted to be her own person and have her space. Then, something happened to Crosby while tagging along with Frances at a high school party. Frances never knew what really happened because Crosby never told her the truth about it.

Throughout life they spoke when they needed to but overall they kept their distance. It almost seemed that they longed for a close relationship but just couldn’t bring themselves to do it. They were both stubborn. An opportunity arose for Frances thanks to Crosby calling her and giving her the opportunity to be a part of something BIG! Something Frances needed.

They reunited in person while Frances began working on this opportunity and they were still hesitant with each other but able to confess some things and bond like they should have years before. They went through some rough times and also some good fortunes together while Frances was living near Crosby again.

A story of love, resentment, lack of communication, and a journey through Crosby and Frances’ need for stardom and accomplishment in life. Also, a strive for happiness and a big break in life and the beautiful bond that we have with family that comes through when it is needed most.

Thank you to NetGalley and William Morrow & Company for the ARC of this book.

Family relationships can be fantastic or the pits. When you have competitive members who don't get along and have their own views of the other, good times do not roll. Confessions of the Other Sister is told in alternating perspectives by each sister. Frances is the elder who does everything possible to follow her dream to be an actress but just can't get there. She is successful though is a caterer to a actress who will do just about anything to help her meet her dreams. Crosby the younger found success almost immediately but has no control with money and just can't get anywhere with her second novel. When circumstances brings them together, oh the thoughts and actions of two 30 somethings really need to grow up and talk, a bit of #adulting would help both. The author does a good job with character development even though those characteristics of each can drive you crazy particularly for an individual old enough to be their mother. It is probably even sadder to see that a happy family with great parents did not stop to see that together the girls could have had a supportive relationship if talk and working out teenage conflicts had been in their wheelhouse. Yet I think we all find out as an adult, perspectives on growing up and each other by siblings can show quite different points of view. I think those who enjoy family stories or maybe have a bit of conflict with their own siblings will enjoy the read. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the digital ARC.

This novel is an interesting story of two sisters who must overcome their differences and tear down their walls in order to reconnect with each other. Told from alternating perspectives of both sisters, readers get a well rounded view of the sisters and can get a deeper understanding of why each behaves they way they do. As someone who doesn't have close relationships with my own sisters, I really appreciated and connected to the story.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the digital ARC in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are completely my own.

It's been a minute since I've picked up a Beth Harbison book and I can't remember why! I absolutely enjoy her storytelling and writing style. Her character development is fantastic and you are instantly roped into their lives. This story about two sisters, Frances & Crosby, is what I imagine life with a sibling would be like. Constantly at odds or feeling like the other is so much better, when in all actuality no one has their stuff together!

I rounded up for stars, because it really is a good book, but would probably give it a 3.5 if half stars were allowed. I wanted more of the Crosby love story to play out! I was so engaged in that and kept waiting for more!

Thank you NetGalley, William Morrow & Beth Harbison for the ARC. I'm so excited to share this book with others!

A wonderful story of two sisters who, in spite of great parents and a happy childhood, have become increasingly estranged and competitive over the years. As the book opens, both of them are at stressful crossroads in their lives and are basically fighting for their own survival in the world of "adulting." As readers, we truly get to like both of them and cheer them on as they try to figure out a way to get along. I like the way the story is told from both of their viewpoints, and the plot moves along quickly with enough going on to maintain interest all the way to the end. I look forward to recommending this story to readers who enjoy Beth Harbison's other books (which are all great reads), and books by authors such as Susan Mallery, Mary Alice Monroe, and Nancy Thayer.

relationships are complicated. confessions of the other sister highlights crosby and frankie, two sisters who have been raised by two
loving parents…and yet, they can’t seem to find footing with each other.

Frances and Crosby are each successful in their own worlds, but have an endless sibling rivalry. Frances wants to be an actor but finds enjoyment in being a successful personal chef where she mixes with Hollywood stars. Crobsy wrote a smash thriller, spent all the royalties, and is struggling to write a second novel. It seems like all these thirty-something women have in common are their parents. Dad made his fame with a one-hit wonder song and writing songs for other artists. Job opportunities bring the sisters together in Hollywood, but a family emergency finds them back at their childhood home. Confessions of the Other Sister is a bittersweet story of how unspoken words build walls in families.