A family camping trip has been arranged to celebrate her parents’ fortieth wedding anniversary. Even though she’s never had a desire to go camping, Remi (accompanied by her dog, Buffy) is on board for the sake of her parents. Best not to dwell on the presence of her two older and distant sisters. Besides, what could possibly go wrong in just a few days? For starters, maybe it’s the body she and her sisters have to deal with.

What a ride! Drop Dead Sisters is a fun read, with an abundance of quirky characters and a somewhat abnormal family….but who knows what normal really is when it comes to families. There’s humor throughout the book, but it’s well-done and adds to the overall enjoyment. The sisters’ relationships are a huge part of the story and I enjoyed how they bonded over a dead body. Ok, so that’s not exactly normal activity but it works in this situation.

Drop Dead Sisters devotes a fair amount of time to the three sisters’ relationships as well as Remi’s anxieties and self-esteem issues. As a result ,the mystery is sometimes sidelined a little. Nevertheless, this is an enjoyable mystery/family drama/light romance kind of book and I enjoyed it. It’s 3.5 stars for me. NetGalley provided an advance reader copy.

Vacation Turns Fatal..
The first outing in the Finch Sisters series of mysteries and a family vacation which turns fatal brings the sisters together in ways that they could never have imagined. With an eclectic cast of larger than life characters and a pacy plot populated with twists, turns and a dark edge of humour this is a frothy romp with an unexpectedly heartwarming undercurrent.

digital arc was provided by Netgalley and Mindy's Book Studio

Drop Dead Sister was a really cozy read! I loved the whole dysfunctional-but-still-kinda-normal family vibe. The three sisters were such a fun group to follow, even though their bond was more like covering each other’s tracks in a murder mystery than anything heartwarming. The story takes a bit to get to the actual murder, but once it does, it’s a wild ride—think slapstick comedy mixed with a bit of a steamy romance. Honestly, I wasn’t expecting to laugh so much, but I definitely did. The ending was a nice little twist too! Overall, just a fun, lighthearted mystery with family drama and a lot of humor. Highly recommend if you want something entertaining without taking it too seriously.

3/5

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This is a cozy mystery and although I usually don't like cozy mysteries very much, this book is just very well written. It is said that this book is a compulsive read and I don't usually believe marketing words but this is a compulsive read. I finished the book in record time, I don't remember the last time I have read a book this quickly.


This book follows three sisters who have gathered for their parents' "vow renewal"

The elder two sisters are close with each other and they both don't go along well with Remi, their youngest sister. The major characters are well established. But the mystery is not that deep and the book focuses more on the Remi's love life than focus on the mystery at all.

Three estranged sisters reunite for a camping trip on July 4th. Nothing brings people together quite like a shared enemy or... a dead body.
This fun read is packed with family drama and is a light murder mystery. If you enjoy dark humor, this book is for you.
Thanks to NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing for this copy in exchange for my honest opinion.

I’m always hesitant to start a series, but I really enjoyed this book. Three sisters, not close, get themselves tangled in a murder mystery. I loved the writing, just the right amount of sarcasm. Add a bunch of kooky characters, a cute park ranger, and you’ve got a great book. Can’t wait for the next one. Thank you, NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review.

This book is the perfect mix of humor and mystery.
I loved the MC’s inner voice. It’s sarcastic and funny and when it’s not, you can relate to her pain and struggles.

I loved the interactions between the sisters. Their differences and relationship with each other. How they view each other. The way the author let us perceive their life in relationships with the MC was brilliant because you could actually feel what she was going through at the moment. And it was all relatable and believable.

⚠️ Trigger Warning: attempted rape and vivid descriptions of panic attacks.

The mystery regarding a dead body was well written. I loved the way it brought the sisters together while keeping realistic and not sugarcoating any bit of it. They still clashed and was the perfect opportunity for the author to bleed each character. I also loved how the MC talked about panic attacks. It was well executed by the author, very accurate and it resonated with me.

This was a new author for me and a fun refreshing read.

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Drop Dead Sisters is book one in The Finch Sisters series by Amelia Diane Coombs.
A compelling mystery about three estranged sisters who accidentally kill someone.
Now this was such a fun and interesting story!
I had the best time devouring the pages!
The drama, the murder mystery, the humor….. just perfect.
I can’t wait for book two!

Thank you Netgalley and Mindy’s Book Studio for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

“Drop Dead Sisters” by Amelia Diane Coombs is a delightful "thriller lite" book that brings together dark humor and sisterly dynamics (with a dash of romance) into a quirky family-centered mystery. The story follows Remi and her two estranged sisters, Maeve and Eliana, who are reunited for a family camping trip to celebrate their parents’ anniversary. Their bond is strained, marked by years of emotional distance and a wide age gap, but when a shocking incident leaves them with a body to hide, they’re forced to put aside old grievances and work together in a hilariously unpredictable caper. If you are a younger sister (especially with a large age gap), you may find this book very relatable, especially with the sister dynamics shown throughout.

The book offers both lighthearted fun and introspection, balancing the darkly comedic premise of hiding a body with honest, sometimes messy conversations between the sisters. Remi, the youngest sister and main character, struggles with feelings of unworthiness and self-doubt, stemming from her inability to forge close relationships. Her introspection was a bit redundant with her blaming others for her own faults, but it adds depth to her character and gives insight into why reconnecting with her sisters is both daunting and necessary. The sisterly reconciliation is heartfelt, even if it seems a bit sudden considering the years of separation. The sisters also made some pretty stupid decisions throughout, and I wanted a bit more of their development.

Amid the chaos, a romance blooms between Remi and Leo, a charming park ranger who becomes an unexpected ally. Their chemistry is genuine and develops realistically despite the short time frame, adding a touch of warmth without overwhelming the plot. Also in the story, Coombs subtly weaves feminist themes towards the end of the book, particularly around the importance of family support. The book’s dark humor shines through, especially in scenes involving the eccentric family members and the sisters’ harebrained plans to evade trouble. The parents were my favorite part, and I want to learn more about how they were on shrooms when Remi was going to prom.

While “Drop Dead Sisters” may not be the most realistic thriller, its charm lies in its relatability and the flawed yet endearing characters who make it hard to put down. It’s a quick, enjoyable read with enough twists to keep you engaged, even if some are easy to predict. Fans of lighthearted mysteries and stories of imperfect family bonds will enjoy this entertaining romp that reminds us how family—however dysfunctional—can be counted on, even when the stakes are outrageously high.

Pretty good read. The dynamic between Remi and her family, especially her sisters can be best described as super dysfunctional. The twists in this novel were fairly predictable but still very engaging. There were quite a few comical moments which had me audibly laughing out loud.

Such a cute and very funny story! I laughed out loud MANY times.
I will highly recommend this book to all of my friends.
I got this as a read it now.
Thanks so much.

Warm, witty, with just the correct amount of sisterly bitchyness, steamy romance with a hunky ranger, beautiful scenery, and a dead guy you're glad is dead. The audience for this cozy is 16 to 40 but absolutely everyone who enjoys a good cozy will find someone to root for. Younger sister Remi (29) is the narrator of Drop Dead Sisters who is in turn exacerbated and resentful of her two older sisters. Their history is the backdrop for path this story follows, a small pun since the entire caper takes place one weekend on an extended family camping trip.
I highly recommend this for a palate cleanser as you head into the holiday reading season.
P.S. This has Hallmark movie all over it.
Thank Netgalley for the ARC.

To have a family that would literally risk it all for you. Overall this was such a great read. The dynamic between Remi, Maeve, and Eli felt so realistic. I would love to hear more about them after this whirlwind of a weekend.

Thank you NetGalley and Mindy’s Book Studio for the ARC of Drop Dead Sisters by Amelia Diane Coombs. This was a fast paced humorous thriller! Remi is meeting her family in a campground on July 4th weekend for her parents 40th wedding anniversary. She hasn’t seen her two sisters or her parents in a very long time. Meanwhile, a man hunt is underway for a hit and run driver and it turns out to be someone the family knows. Can the sisters come together after not speaking for so long? Read to find out. You will not be disappointed.

I found this to be a quick, funny murder mystery read to distract from the chaos around us. The plot was easy to follow despite the main character not being that interesting as I found all the other characters more enjoyable. The ending didn't really stick the landing, but the book overall was enjoyable.

3.5 stars

Remi Finch doesn't get along well with her family. As the youngest sister, she's always felt like an afterthought, a ball of anxiety that no one else can relate to in any meaningful way. Her entire family is going camping together for her parents' anniversary weekend so she drags herself along. And unfortunately, Remi runs into some trouble with an unexpected guest on that first evening. Her sisters come back in time to rescue her, but one thing leads to another, and soon there is a dead body that the girls have to deal with. Until it disappears in the morning...?

Stylistically I enjoyed the writing; the story was easy to follow and there were some fairly endearing characters. However, I thought this story would end up being funnier overall than it actually was; there was a lot of room for plenty of darker humour with this type of plotline but it didn't really end up materializing. Although there were some lighter moments and hijinks in between all the family frenzy and confusion, I didn't find any of the characters particularly funny and most of the humour didn't really land for me. Instead, it just read as a lot of self-pity and guilt and frustration between the sisters, with Remi's anxiety almost another character unto itself. OBVIOUSLY the assault was no laughing matter, but I guess I was just expecting more levity in the other situations that the characters would find themselves in in dealing with a body that just won't stay hidden.

But hey, maybe this is all just a me problem; I don't recall the author promising me a comedy so maybe I'm asking too much. The rest of the book was a twisted romp through a national park (hey, don't y'all listen to any true crime podcasts? Stay out of the forest!!) and overall it was a pretty good read.

Thanks to NetGalley, author Amelia Diane Coombs, and Mindy's Book Studio for giving me access to a free digital ARC to read and review. All opinions are my own and are provided voluntarily.

I might be reviewing Drop Dead Sisters more harshly than it deserves, but lately, I’ve read several books with narrators who come across as overly whiny or grating. This one, unfortunately, continued that streak.

The story’s focus on “I’m so different from my sisters,” “I don’t fit in,” and “I hate my job” themes felt repetitive and overdone, which made the book drag, even though it’s relatively short. The main character, despite being 30 years old, has a tone that reads as very YA—unsurprising, as I learned in the acknowledgments that this is the author’s adult fiction debut after a background in YA.

For readers who enjoy a bit of sibling rivalry mixed with a touch of murder mystery, this book might hit the mark. For me, however, it was a bit too familiar and ultimately felt more young adult than intended.

I would like to thank NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for this ARC in exchange for my honest review

📙Drop Dead Sisters-The Finch Sisters Book #1

 ✍🏾By: Amelia Diane Coombs-new to me author

📅Publication:  11-1-24, Read 11-9-24

🌎Setting: Fallen Lake, CA

📄 Page Count: 255 kindle

 Genre/Tropes:
♡ Sisterhood/Women's Fic
♡ Murder Mystery
♡ Forced proximity
♡ Suspense
♡ Contemporary
♡ Adult Fic
♡ Camping trip

🤔My Thoughts: This book gave me Thelma and Lousie/Practical Magic vibes. Remi Finch was the youngest sister at 29 with social anxiety being treated with medication and therapy. She had self-esteem issues and isolated herself by working remotely as a community manager of a popular online video gaming company "Warp." She contacted her family every few years but agreed to go camping for her parents' 40th anniversary. Eliana was the oldest at 37, "the perfect daughter," with a great job at a CPA firm married with two kids. Maeve (34) was the idealistic one as a lifestyle blogger and social media influencer. Their parents were hippies who lived in an RV and travelled the world. Remi felt ignored and unwanted by her sisters. When a creepy family friend Guy Moran tried to assault Remi, her sisters rescued her. There's an accidental head injury and later they found Guy deceased. They move and hide evidence to cover for each other. A hot park ranger (Leo) flirted with Remi and they later hooked up. Remi saw it as a one-night stand because she felt Leo was too good for her. After some funny hijinks and sister time, the truth came out. Their family stuck together through it all. Remi became more self-confident but is a work in progress. The sisters grew closer and agreed to be in each other's lives more. Remi got a work promotion, a new boyfriend, and a new start in Seattle. I hope Eliana's story is next because it will be juicy!

⚠️️: SA attempt, mental health issues, therapy, cheating (not h), murder
🌶️: Steam level: 2/5 off page/closed door- 1 scene
⭐ Rating 4/5

Thanks for the e-ARC provided by NetGalley, Mindy's Book Studio, and Amelia Diane Coombs. I voluntarily give my honest review, and all opinions are my own!

This is a cute cozy mystery with quirky fun characters. I can hardly wait to see what adventures thus family will go on next. This is a great start to a series. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for an ARC to this book.

I’m not sure how you would categorize this comedy/mystery/family relationship story, but I really enjoyed it. Remi has always felt detached from her family, particularly her two older sisters, Eliana and Maeve. Her hippie parents seemed to favor the two, and Remi’s anxiety made her feel she didn’t belong. When the family gets together for the parents’ anniversary at a camping site, the wackiness starts. When Remi is attacked, her sisters defend her, injuring the attacker. When he is later found dead, they decide to cover up the death, fearing being misunderstood and thought guilty. There are really funny scenes. The relationship between the sisters is the highlight. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.