Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an ARC in exchange for a honest review.

Wow. Just wow. This book drew me in from the description and it lived up to being everything I wanted it to be. I liked the contrasting points of view of during and after the sabbatical, told from Maddy's and Grace's points of view, respectively, and I liked the inclusion of Maddy's poems after her chapters. Most of the reveal took me by surprise, but I did start to pick up hints of one of the reveals a couple of chapters before it was actually revealed. I think that the execution of the reveal was good and I liked how the book ended, touching and grief and healing.

Thank you so much to the publisher and Netgalley for this outstanding ARC. I love mysteries, sister stories, gorgeous writing, and in depth character building. This book had it all. What happens when one sister feels overshadowed by the other? And one sister disappears and the other sister is left bloody with a fractured memory? You'll never guess at all the twists and heart ripping moments this book has. Don't read it on a work night! No sleep for me, but five big stars for this book!

This debut YA novel by Megan Davidhizar is surprising in subtle ways, deceivingly complex, and deliciously engrossing. I began Silent Sister expecting a teen plot-driven (maybe murder?) mystery focusing on two sisters. While it took me a few chapters to get into the vibe of Grace & Maddy, I soon found myself reading until 1 am, even when I had final exams to grade.
What hooked me was the depth at which Davidhizar explores the introverted Maddy. It is the most natural human tendency to compare ourselves to others, but what happens when you are stuck in a lifelong emotional match-up with your socially popular and athletic sister? A sister you love but who you feel eclipsed by in every way? The dual perspectives of Maddy & Grace's journals set up a complex tension where the reader is trying to determine which perspective is more accurate and truthful, all the while feeling both empathetic and, at times, annoyed with both characters.
As the mystery of what happened on Senior Sabbatical drives the plot, the author threads in secondary characters who interact with the Stoll sisters, complicating Grace's confusion or... maybe trying to illuminate a path forward. Who can she trust? The plot escalates into fifth gear with unexpected revelations and twists. My students will LOVE this book! I found it difficult to put down and was simultaneously thrilled and sad when I came to the last page. The author has set the bar high for my next 2024 read:-)
As a seventh and ninth grade teacher, I am excited to add this book to my classroom library next fall. Through the engaging plot, Megan Davidhizar deals with complex issues like identity, grief, forgiveness, trust, and mental health. I also found it a wonderfully written and compelling story devoid of profanity and explicit scenes, so have no qualms about making it accessible to all of my students.
I am thankful to have been granted an ARC from NetGalley and am sharing my honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author/publisher for an ARC of this book!

I haven't been this sucked into a book in a long time. I read this book in less than 2 days and I couldn't put it down. The storyline, the characters, the twists were all articulated perfectly and I will highly recommend this book to others before/when it comes out. I can't wait to follow Megan Davidhizar and other books she writes in the future as well. 10/10!

I love an amnesia themed thriller and found myself devouring Silent Sister in one sitting. This is a fast paced YA thriller with epic twists that I never saw coming. I can't wait to read more from the author.

THANKS TO NETGALLEY AND PUBLISHER FOR THIS ADVANCE REVIEW COPY IN EXCHANGE FOR AN HONEST REVIEW.

Grace and Maddy are sisters who look alike but couldn't be more different. Their school offers a sabbatical trip in the final trip which is considered a life-changing event but in a good way. Although, it unexpectedly changed Stoll's sister's life. One was found injured near the road and the other was missing. Grace is struggling with her memory and can't remember what happened in the last week. She is desperate to find her sister but her memory is not helping neither her friends. 

The start of the book was interesting but with time story kept going in circles and I lost interest. There was so much happening but felt unnecessary and dragged. I like a few aspects of the book how communication is important and other stuff but the writing let it down. It took me a week to finish this book as I wasn't curious to get to know what was happening in the story. The twist surprised me a bit so that's a positive thing. Although, I found the ending underwhelming.

* Thank you NetGalley and Random House for this ARC in exchange for an honest review. *

I’m going to be honest: I guessed the big reveal almost immediately. I won’t spoil it for anyone else, but I didn’t find Silent Sister to be particularly thrilling or mysterious. That isn’t to say it wasn’t a decent read; it had a solid message behind it about sisterhood and honestly, and I did find myself invested in the overall plot and how everything would pan out.

In the end, I think this book is best suited for anyone who doesn’t want too scary or intense a mystery, and likes an overall message to their stories.

I wish I didn't need to give this a star rating because this one just wasn't for me. I don't think any of the reasons why are necessarily relevant to anyone else, so I'm just gonna leave it at four stars. Not for me, could be great for others. Appreciate the early look!

This book was INSANE. (In the best way possible!) It was really compelling and I could not put it down! I really loved how the story switched sides so often, both sides leading to the huge plot twist at the end! This story went in so many directions, and every one of them was so interesting and different! I would definitely reccomend!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of this arc. This book had me hooked from start to finish. I loved reading from both Grace and Maddy perspectives. This is one of the best books I've read.

This was a solid read that will keep you invested throughout. Wanting to uncover what happened to these characters definitely drives the plot. It is told in alternating past and present perspectives, which was nicely done and helps share character growth. I also liked the addition of Maddy’s poems that were inter dispersed. The author does well sharing the characters inner feelings and how it impacts their lives and the relationships with those around them. She doesn’t shy away from the hard realities either, which I appreciated. Although there is a missing person and there is mystery involved, this is really more of a story of sisterhood and taking a look at one’s self-worth.

This was a heartbreaking, twisty thriller about complicated sister dynamics, confidence, and secrets.

Mandy has always felt like she’s been living in Grace’s shadow. 10 months younger, quieter, less popular, Mandy wants to be a writer. But at the same time Grace is getting into a prestigious college, Maddy is rejected from her dream school. Grace has all the friends; Grace gets all the attention from boys. On the senior class trip, Maddy is determined to reinvent herself. But then everything goes horribly wrong. The narrative flashes back and forth between the trip, from Maddy’s perspective, and present day, from Grace’s perspective, after Maddy has gone missing. There’ are a few different suspects and many ideas about what happened that night—and we don’t know what Grace knows, because she can’t remember anything. The plot twists keep the reader guessing, and the twist at the end is one only the most observant readers will see coming. A fantastic debut!

2.7 — this was an easy read. i feel like parts of this book were kinda repetitive and kept running in circles. i didn't see the twist coming, and i'm not sure if i was a fan of it. but this book was pretty solid for a debut

WOW - now THIS is one that perfectly captivates what it means for a book to be "unputdownable"! It covered a really tough topic about what loss can do to a person, but still incredibly suspenseful - there were many parts when I couldn't flip the page fast enough! Grace was a very strong-willed and well-written character, making the story even more enjoyable. I wasn't quite sure I'd buy into the amnesia aspect, but the ending took me by surprise...and that's saying something! Thanks so much for the ARC and introducing me to a new author - she's definitely one I have my eyes on!

The description of the book seemed interesting, so I wanted to check the story out. Unfortunately, it is not working for me right now. It is nothing against the story or the author, but I couldn't get into the story/characters. I may try and find a physical copy to add the my library when it is released, though, because I think my readers could like it!

I'm a horribly slow reader. My 5-star all-time favorites often take me a week to finish.

I finished SILENT SISTER in less than 24 hours.

This book put my jaw on the floor. But first, it squeezed out EVERY OUNCE OF ANXIETY I DIDN'T KNOW I HAD. From page one, Megan Davidhizar smacks the reader in the face with a nightmare scenario. Grace is in the hospital. Her sister Maddy is missing, and at the rate things are going, she might not be found alive. Thrillers often leave me wanting when it comes to characterization and attachment, but Grace's emotions made all the difference. She had me by the throat to the point that my heart rate spiked in several scenes. I highly recommend it, but be warned: Don't start this book on a whim. Plan carefully. READING THIS BOOK GENUINELY STRESSED ME OUT TO THE POINT THAT I COULDN'T FUNCTION AT FULL CAPACITY WHEN I HAD TO STEP AWAY.

A great propulsive thriller that younger YA readers will definitely fly through, and keep you guessing.

Silent Sister was ah-mazing. I literally couldn't put it down. There's so much to love about what Megan did with this story. I was hooked from the very first chapter.

When sisters Maddy and Grace go on their senior class trip, only one of them returns. Left to shift through only flashes of memories left behind after suffering a blow to the head, Grace digs deep within herself to uncover what happened on the trip, who knows something, and what secrets might have led to her sisters disappearance. The truth is hidden behind a wall of fog and Grace is desperate to find it.

The writing is real, relatable, and raw. The poetry is beautiful and tugs at the heart strings of anyone who spent their teenage years feeling alone, invisible, and less than. The twist was expertly executed! This was such a great book.

I received an e-arc of Silent Sister for free in exchange for an honest review of the book.

A completely propulsive debut. After the first chapter I didn’t want to put it down. Davidhizar brought Maddy and Grace to life, I enjoyed all the sisterly sweetness and rivalry.
The book kept me guessing until the end! That rarely happens for me anymore! I really enjoyed this read and highly recommend it for a twisty thriller ride!

This was a blast to read.

I completely flew through it. It hit the sweet spot of being dramatic but not obnoxious, and made me feel smart for figuring out the twist instead of feeling like its hand was revealed too early. The mystery is wonderfully executed, and I honestly just had a blast reading.