The story revolves around two sisters. Rose a funny loving and quirky librarian and Rose the responsible one. However, as the story evolves, you begin to wonder, is everything as it seems? Who is the good sister ? Great writing, great twist and great suspense.

Thank you Netgalley, St. Martins Press, and Sally Hepworth for the ARC.

I really enjoyed this book- it had a creepy vibe throughout that keeps you reading! It centers on twin sisters Rose and Fern, primarily focusing on Fern's POV but with some chapters dedicated to Rose as well. Fern is painted as a little bit off, having been cared for by Rose her entire life. Now, Rose wants to have a baby and Fern is all too happy to do this for her since she has trouble getting pregnant on her own. As the reader gets to know Fern better, they realize that things aren't exactly as Rose painted, and Fern starts to figure that out too..

I found Fern to be a charming character- she likely has some form of autism which caused her to have strong reactions to some things that would have been bland to other people, but it was really easy to empathize with her. I felt like I really went along the journey with her as she looked back into her childhood and her relationships and started to question the things she had always believed.

While this book was more of a slow burn, it was extremely engaging and there was a feeling that something big could happen at any second. When something big did end up happening, it led to a series of events that was extremely satisfying, and tied up any loose end that remained. I couldn't think of a way I would have wanted it to end differently than it did.

Overall, this isn't your typical thriller but is a slow burning psychological/domestic suspense read, and I would absolutely recommend it. Thanks to Netgalley for providing me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

The Mother-in-Law by Sally Hepworth was such a juicy surprise so I snatched up the Advanced Readers Copy of The Good Sister right away. I devoured this story of twin sisters with a secret in one day. Is Fern my new favorite fictional librarian? Perhaps. Perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine.

CW: for sexual abuse but it is not the main focus of the story.

This was well-written and had some twists that I didn't expect. I liked Fern and Wally's relationship and how he tried so hard to connect with her.

Kindly received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is the second book I've read by Sally Hepworth and it was just as twisty as the first. I love when books surprise me!

Rose and Fern are twins who grew up with a sociapathic mother who later suffered a brain injury and at the time of the story (with some flashbacks) lives in a nursing home. Fern is very sweet and trusting, and is a librarian. Rose appears to be the capable sister who takes care of and advises Fern. Fern doesn't think she can live without the support of her sister.
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Fern appears to have some developmental disabilities. At one point Rose said something about Fern not having a diagnosis, and at another time said something about "intellectual disability." At other times, Fern understood language very literally, did not understand social nuances, and did not appear to have a good memory. Despite this, Fern lived independently, worked as a librarian with only a little help. Perhaps none of this matters, and perhaps the point was that Rose had. created this perceived issue in order to control Fern. If Fern did indeed have a developmental disability that cluster of characteristics don't necessarily go together. There were times that it almost sounded like an Amelia Bedelia book which I thought was a little extreme. It is possible that since Hepworth is from Australia, the term "intellectual disability does not mean the same as it does in the US.

I am giving this book 4 stars because I enjoyed the story, and plan to read more books by Hepworth.I just was a little uncomfortable about how Fern's disability was portrayed.

Wow! Readers who love psychological thrillers will love this book! Twin sisters, Rose and Fern have always been close. Fern has sensory issues that make her rely on her sister quite a bit. When Fern meets "Wally" at her library she finds someone who doesn't think she's so weird. Rose is happily married or is she? Rose and Fern have had a difficult childhood that plays a big part in this story. The author carefully crafts this tale in such a way that readers will wonder which twin sister is the good sister.

Rose and Fern are twin sisters but could not be more different. Rose is responsible and wishing for a baby while Fern is a librarian who is quirky and socially awkward. Rose has kept Fern’s terrible secret from years ago and Fern will do anything to help her sister realize her dreams of having a baby. Then Fern meets Wally and slowly starts realizing that her sister has secrets too.

I was thrilled to receive this e-book copy from NetGalley, St. Martin’s Press and Sally Hepworth. I read The Mother-in-Law, one of her other books, last year and really enjoyed it. This psychological thriller grabbed my attention right away and kept me turning the pages. The ending was predictable but still satisfying. A solid 4 stars.

This book is a must read! It was one of the best psychological thrillers I have read in a long time.

Rose and Fern are twin sisters who have an incredibly close relationship. Fern has been very dependent on Rose their entire lives, and Rose has always been there for her. When Fern learns that Rose is not able to have a baby, Fern decides it is her turn to help and wants to have a baby for her sister. As the novel unfolds, Fern starts to notice a new side to Rose and begins questioning things. What if the person you love and trust the most cannot in fact be trusted?

I could not put this book down until it was finished!

Sally Hepworth has become an automatic request for me and I think this might be her best yet. Rose and Fern are fraternal twins and are opposites. Rose is responsible, settled, married and wants a baby. Fern is a quirky librarian with sensory processing issues. The two have experienced everything together, even a difficult past. When a man comes into Fern’s life, everything changes. I’m not sure what else I can say without giving things away, so I’ll leave it at that.

I loved that although this book was written from both Fern’s POV and from Rose’s diary, there is a very developed difference in character voice. I was completely hooked and had trouble putting this down, despite being in the middle of a move! I would absolutely recommend this novel to anyone who enjoys thrillers with unreliable narrators.

Thanks to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press and Sally Hepworth for the ooportunity to read The Good Sister
Wow, wow wow.... what a great read!! from page one I was hooked and couldn't put this book down till the last page, what a novel!
this is a story about Two sisters, who are fraternal twins, Rose and Fern.The Story Goes back into the past as we read Rose's diary and to Fern in the present as she narrates about her daily life and relationship with her sister. We learn about their childhood from Roses diary entries and current life from Fern's perspective.
Rose is trying to get pregnant with her significant other Owen, and her sensory sensitive sister Fern, gets an idea in her head that she could have the baby and then give it to her sister who is having a hard time getting pregnant
The story unfolds, and we learn secrets that go back to when the girls were young. We learn about their mother who is now in a nursing home due to a stroke, and the relationship the girls now have and had with her.

I was pleasantly surprised by this novel and how quickly I was drawn in and not wanting it to end.
this is a first by this author for me and I will be looking for more of her books.

Oh my goodness! This is the best book I have read all year! The story is completely captivating and I fell in love with Fern, one of two main characters. Fern and Rose are sisters, fraternal twins. Fern has sensory issues and Rose has type 1 diabetes. I really do not want to give too much away as I could not do it justice. The story is told from the two points of view of the sisters. Fern is absolutely fascinating, loveable, strong, honest, simply delightful. Rose basically had the role of caretaker of Fern, protecting her. A story that made me angry, made me cry and made me laugh. I absolutely loved it! It is on my ‘best ever’ book list.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Woo, what a roller coaster! Sally Hepworth has done it again. The story moved quickly, yet believably. The character development was great. It was really hard to put down and I enjoyed it just as much as The Mother-in-Law. Fern and Wally were my favorite characters. This would be a great addition to a library's collection.

Thank you to St. Martin's Press and Netgalley for an advance copy of this book!

Another solid 5-star book by Sally Hepworth! I have loved everything she has written and always get excited when I see a new book by her.

Rose and Fern are sisters - twins, in fact - but very, very different. In the beginning, it seems obvious who is the "good" sister. But as the book evolves and the characters develop further, everything becomes less clear. Who is telling the truth?

I absolutely loved the character of Fern with her sensory issues. She was so unique and so well-written. Sometimes a book has a good plot, and sometimes it has good character development. This book is one of the standouts that had both.

* Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with a free ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Thoroughly engaging domestic/psychological thriller with a quirky romance. Very few authors could pull this one off but Sally Hepworth is a master at grabbing you from the start and keeping you entertained all the way through. I literally could not put this one down - even cooking and reading at the same time!

The was the second book I have read by Sally Hepworth and she is now on my must read list. I enjoyed this book and her style of writing alternating the narrative between the sisters. I was sure I knew where the story was going but was surprised by the outcome. I gave this book four stars and highly recommend it.

Sally Hepworth never disappoints with her novels, and I have to say this has to be her best yet. This book left me thinking about the characters for a long time; and couldn’t get the clever storyline out of my head. Definitely a page turner you won’t want to put down. So much is covered in this book - sibling bond, family, abuse, mental health, love, lies, pregnancy, humour, loss.. you name it, it’s covered in this novel.
Fern and Rose and twins, and it’s apparent from the beginning Fern has issues and needs Rose in her life to make sure she can manage everyday hurdles. Fern is likeable and instantly someone you can visualise, and Rose seems more complex but the stronger of the two women. As the story unfolds, we learn of the big secret from their childhood and their difficult upbringing with an abusive mother. There are so many twists and turns in the story, and I have to say it didn’t turn out as I expected. I don’t want to give away any spoilers, suffice to say you will not be disappointed. This is the first time I actually put a book down and instantly wanted to re read it knowing what I knew from the ending!
Definitely up there as one of the best books I’ve read this year. So thankful to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to review this wonderful book.

Wow ! The Good Sister has it all: murder, mystery, family, craziness, twists and turns and most of all sisters!!

Sisters do have a bond that is hard to explain.

Fern and Rose are twins and Rose is always taking car of Fern and hiding a secret that would ruin her life if she ever told.

The pages fly by as Fern meets Wally and pulls away from Rose.

Can't say too much with out spoiling the book for the reader but this is a very definite 5 star read for me.

Makes me think of my sister over the years.

Put this near the top of your to read to pile: The Good Sister is bound to be a big hit!

Thanks to NetGalley and St Martin's Press for a wicked spell binding read!!

Hands down my favorite read of the year with it's twisted, riveting, fast-paced and totally mind-blowing plot! I was literally shaking towards the end.

The story is told by Rose and Fern, twin sisters who have lived through terrible trauma together. Rose is the protective, loving sister of her autistic sister fern who can't stand bright lights, crowds, or having her routine interrupted in the slightest. Rose has always protected Fern, even through a tragedy that happened when they were children: a boy drowned because of Fern, but Rose kept her mouth shut. And after years of physical and emotional abuse from their mother (which Rose took for herself and her sister), they were through into the bumpy foster care system due to the mother's overdose.

And years later, when Rose can't get pregnant, Fern decided to show her thankfulness by having sex with a stranger and giving the baby to Rose. Except... what was supposed to be a quick affair becomes something more.

BUT, if you think this is crazy enough... there's more! In the course of the novel, we uncover the twins' past to question whether Rose is really the protective, good sister, and whether Fern is really the gentle and naive girl. Are they/Is one of them more like their mother than it seems?

I can't even describe how much I loved this absolutely mad psychological thriller. When it comes out, I'm looking forward to listening to the audiobook as well because I have a feeling it would be amazing.

*Thank you to the Publisher for a free advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Sisters Fern and Rose share the same story growing up, except they each tell it very differently. Through each of their voices we learn of their childhood and how their adulthood is still influenced by their closeness. A thriller with twists and turns from both the childhood story and their adult current day make for a wild ride!

I love this book. Sally Hepworth never disappoints but The Good Sister may be her best book yet. I fell in love with Fern from page one and loved her even more by the time I finished the book. I wish I could give 10 stars.