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abigailcomptonxox's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
buhrittykuhitty's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
marcccb's review against another edition
3.0
Two sisters. One secret. Enough said.
I really do think that this was a good novel, maybe just not enough thrilling moments for me. As a huge thriller fans, I enjoy books that are filled with twists and turns in almost every chapter, but sadly, this one didn't have that. But it still was a nice domestic drama novel to read.
I think the category that this book would fit under would be a slight psychological drama. It really makes you think how far you would go to protect a family member, or even yourself. Penny and Hattie have this major secret that they cannot tell anyone, but when a guy comes into both of their lives, favors are rewarded.
The thing about this book is that we are given the information as to what the secret is so it's not really a secret. (See what I did there?) But what makes it very interesting is the lengths one would go for another to get what they want. This book is filled with jealousy, hatred, love and secrets, of course.
There was a very little twist which is what made me give this novel a 3 star rating. Petrou places this twist near the end of the novel which changes the whole novel for you and it might even make you like the novel a little more.
I did want to give this novel a higher rating, but it simply failed for me in terms of thriller. Plot-wise, it did not.
Many thanks to Crooked Lane Books for providing me with a copy of this novel in exchange for my honest opinion.
I really do think that this was a good novel, maybe just not enough thrilling moments for me. As a huge thriller fans, I enjoy books that are filled with twists and turns in almost every chapter, but sadly, this one didn't have that. But it still was a nice domestic drama novel to read.
I think the category that this book would fit under would be a slight psychological drama. It really makes you think how far you would go to protect a family member, or even yourself. Penny and Hattie have this major secret that they cannot tell anyone, but when a guy comes into both of their lives, favors are rewarded.
The thing about this book is that we are given the information as to what the secret is so it's not really a secret. (See what I did there?) But what makes it very interesting is the lengths one would go for another to get what they want. This book is filled with jealousy, hatred, love and secrets, of course.
There was a very little twist which is what made me give this novel a 3 star rating. Petrou places this twist near the end of the novel which changes the whole novel for you and it might even make you like the novel a little more.
I did want to give this novel a higher rating, but it simply failed for me in terms of thriller. Plot-wise, it did not.
Many thanks to Crooked Lane Books for providing me with a copy of this novel in exchange for my honest opinion.
emilyhei's review against another edition
3.0
Sisters Hattie and Penny rely on one another especially when it comes to secrets. As they grow into adulthood the bonds are tested and secrets get more tangled cracking the bond.
I thought this was ok, I liked the idea of it but their relationship was so toxic you really did not like any of the characters. It had moments where you are definitely pulled in. Not quite what I expected.
I thought this was ok, I liked the idea of it but their relationship was so toxic you really did not like any of the characters. It had moments where you are definitely pulled in. Not quite what I expected.
halikestoread's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
honestly, this book devastated me too much for this early in the day
enfysa's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
mabellouise's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
1.0
abookwormwithwine's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Whew, Sister of Mine by Laurie Petrou is dark you guys, and it does not hold back when exploring sisterly bonds, family, and abuse. Penny and Hattie aren't very likable, but I could not put this book down and would liken it to a bit of a train wreck or car crash. Things aren't well, but you cannot look away. Parts of it are uncomfortable to read, and I did of course feel terrible for what Penny had to go through at the hands of her husband. Decisions are made, and not just with setting that fire in the first place, and things just go downhill after that for these sisters. They walk a fine line throughout the entire story, and while they are related, that doesn't mean they have to treat each other well.
I listened to the audiobook and was pleased to find out it is narrated by Andi Arndt. I always love her narration and I thought she did a great job with both the characters and the book as a whole. She helped bring all of the tension in the story to life, and I especially loved the way she was able to make Penny seem even more real and vivid. There is a bit of a twist at the end, but Sister of Mine is definitely more focused on the characters, especially the relationship between Penny and Hattie. There is a complexity and suspensefulness (if this isn't a word I am still using it!) that permeates the entire book, and I have to applaud Petrou for being able to include so many elements in such a clever and compelling way. If you enjoy small-town drama focused on sisters with elements of suspense, I would definitely recommend giving this a try.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
I listened to the audiobook and was pleased to find out it is narrated by Andi Arndt. I always love her narration and I thought she did a great job with both the characters and the book as a whole. She helped bring all of the tension in the story to life, and I especially loved the way she was able to make Penny seem even more real and vivid. There is a bit of a twist at the end, but Sister of Mine is definitely more focused on the characters, especially the relationship between Penny and Hattie. There is a complexity and suspensefulness (if this isn't a word I am still using it!) that permeates the entire book, and I have to applaud Petrou for being able to include so many elements in such a clever and compelling way. If you enjoy small-town drama focused on sisters with elements of suspense, I would definitely recommend giving this a try.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
abigailmariexx's review against another edition
2.5
Better than Stargazer but there’s something about Petrou’s writing that just irks me. I want to like these books but they read like we’re supposed to feel pity for these characters that are just so unlikeable.
2.5⭐️