Set against the backdrop of Southeast Asia, this bold and bizarre tale centers on a snake spirit-turned-human and her entanglement with mortals who are, frankly, just as unpredictable as she is. With themes of desire, transformation, and betrayal woven into its scaly plot, this book had it all.

The audiobook narrator deserves their own award—I was spellbound. Zoë’s ability to embody the humor, darkness, and outright weirdness of this story made every twist feel intimate.

This novel isn’t just bold—it’s unapologetically weird, like a fever dream I didn’t want to wake up from. It’s dark, it’s funny, and it knows exactly when to hiss and when to strike. If you enjoy your fiction on the weirder side, Sister Snake will have you shedding your expectations (sorry, I had to).

Thanks NetGalley and Harper Audio for the Arc!

This contemporary retelling of the ancient Chinese folktale, “The Legend of the White Snake,” is perfectly fantastical and thrilling! I was captivated from the first chapter and found the pacing to be on point! I highly recommend this story of two sisters and their ancient secret.

this was a masterful story that drew me in almost immediately. i thought the pacing worked well for the story and just when i thought i knew the characters, they really start to shed their skin (hehe). i have no notes. i loved the plot development, the head hopping, all the characters and the feminine rage.

the audiobook narrator for this was PHENOMENAL. get her to read my bedtime stories pls.