Wow this book was great, I thoroughly enjoyed reading it!!! The twists & turns were insane that I couldn't stop reading it!!!

This was a fun ride into the lives of 2 sisters...both diabolical in their own way! Nothing in this book is as it seems. I disliked both sisters (in a good way) as they each harboured secrets and deceit, masked as affection and care. The intricate plot and complexities of siblings' bonds make this a great read!

Thank you to the author and Netgalley for a copy for an honest review.

My Sister's Downfall is a suspenseful psychological thriller that keeps you hooked from start to finish. The tragedy of a sister's death and the mysterious circumstances surrounding it create an atmosphere of tension and intrigue. The narrative weaves together themes of betrayal, secrets, and the complexities of familial relationships, making for a compelling read.

The dynamic between May and Isabella is particularly engaging, as the sisters' strong sense of responsibility toward one another is constantly tested. As the story unravels, the layers of their relationship, filled with hidden truths and lies, are revealed in a way that is both shocking and captivating.

The pacing is fast, and the twists and turns keep you guessing until the very last page. The writing effectively conveys the emotional turmoil and moral ambiguity of the characters, particularly as their dark secrets come to light. While the ending might be predictable to some, it doesn't take away from the intensity and psychological depth of the plot.

Overall, My Sister's Downfall is a well-crafted thriller that fans of books like Gone Girl will enjoy. It's gripping, emotional, and filled with suspense, making it a solid four-star read.

This was a great book with so many twists and turns. The characters were really relatable, and ai could see some of the twists coming, but not all of them. The last part of the book brought it all together in a fast paced way. It needs a follow up book as to what happens next.

If you enjoy fast paced thrillers with a little political intrigue, then this is a novel for you. This book grips you with tension from page one. Don’t be put off if politics aren’t your thing, they’re not mine, but this book totally is! More and more secrets and twists are revealed as we read. I have never read something like this. I loved it!

"My Sister's Downfall" is a tale of two sisters, Isabella and May, who are the narrators of the story. Both should be considered unreliable overall, but May isn't as good at hiding things as her younger sister. Both have moments of maturity and immaturity, and each have tragedies and traumas to work through. They also don't have so much of a sisterhood like relationship. May is completely obsessed with her younger sister, which is introduced earlier in the story and mostly the focus of her sections; at times it's reminiscent of the Netflix/book series "You", though it's hard to explain the obsession as there's not much to justify it in the beginning. Isabella is herself quite different from her sister, and a very complicated character overall. Quickly we can see she's as unusual if not more so than her sister, as she doesn't have any hobbies nor is there any sort of entertainment in her life (i.e., books, movies, music, etc.). It shows she's high-functioning but there's definitely something different about her. Just when you think the ending is coming there's a huge twist and it wildly changes your perception of the book itself, then another which changes it yet again. This was a pretty great thriller, I honestly can't recommend it enough whether you're a longtime fan of the genre or a relative newcomer. It's very fun! I enjoyed it quite a bit. I gave "My Sister's Downfall" 4.5 stars out of 5.

Whoa! This is one of the best psychological thrillers I've read in a while. It was captivating and suspenseful and haunting. Shoot... it was everything I want in a suspenseful thriller. SO GOOD! I cannot wait to read more from S.M. Thomas.

Absolutely fantastic read had hanging on the of my seat from to finish kept me wanting to know what was going to happen you will definitely not be disappointed

I found this book to be rather engaging and found it had a really good pace. I really enjoyed May's development and didn't see the ending coming at all which is always a major positive.

Unfortunately I struggled keeping up with the plot on some occasions which lead to some parts needing re reading but overall I enjoyed the pace and charecters.

Thank you to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review. As the description of this book outlines, this book starts with...."A woman’s scream echoes through the night, a haunting cry that pierces the air as she plummets towards the unforgiving ground. It’s a scene of chaos and confusion, as her sister desperately races towards her, her heart pounding in her chest. But it’s too late. Gravity has already claimed its victim."

This description is what grasped by attention and held on tight and I am glad that I forgot how the book started because when this event took place in the book, I literally gasped out loud and thought WHAT. At first I was going to give this book 3 stars but the more I thought about it I decided to give it 4 stars as it was a very entertaining story back and forth between these sisters and how much they really don't know each other. I also enjoyed thinking I had this all figured out even when I thought I figured out the twist and then nope....definitely not what I saw coming. In the end I thought this was really well written and I definitely look forward to reading more by this author......but man is blood really thicker than water.....hmmmmm......enjoy!!!

A woman’s scream echoes through the night, a haunting cry that pierces the air as she plummets towards the unforgiving ground.
It’s a scene of chaos and confusion, as her sister desperately races towards her, her heart pounding in her chest. But it’s too late. Gravity has already claimed its victim.

The setting is a bustling city, filled with towering buildings and flashing lights. It's a place of both dreams and nightmares. Where anything can happen and anyone can be whoever, or whatever, they wish.

May and Isabella are both successful career women, with a strong sense of responsibility towards the other. But as the pieces of this tragic event begin to unravel, it becomes clear that both women have their secrets, ones they have been hiding from each other.

As their story unfolds, the lines between truth and lies, love and betrayal, become blurred. Who was the sister who fell? And what pushed her to the edge?

This is the one story that will haunt you. I thought it was beautifully written. Will recommend to others.

I really enjoyed this book! It was a captivating read that held my attention from start to finish. The story was well-paced, and the characters felt real and engaging. I’m grateful to the publisher for providing an early copy—it was a pleasure to read!

A story built in layers. Two sisters, two POV, two lives full of secrets and hard feelings. At the end of this story, one sister will be dead and the other will surprise you. As each chapter adds another layer to the story, figuring out the end should be easy, emphasis on should.

My Sister’s Downfall is my first novel by SM Thomas and WHOA!! It was exhilarating!!!! The relationship between two sisters has you hanging off the edge of your seat the entire time. Full of Suspense with a side of thriller wondering what will happen next. Leaving you wanting answers. Talk about psychological thriller, this book is 100% that. I didn’t see that ending coming at all. Great job SM Thomas.
I most definitely recommend this novel.
Thank you NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for this copy.

This was not just a thriller / suspense, but a mind-bender! The relationship of the two sisters is at the core of the story, and the book opens immediately with a jolt, and leaving you wanting answers. Each sister is relating their own narrative, and as you read further, you must try to figure out which sister's tale is real and which sister is lying to themselves (and the reader)! Grab this one and see if you can follow their twisted stories to the truth!

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Wow! I highly recommend this one! I was unsure what type of book I was getting myself into. I thought it would be more of a political thriller, but it was not! Don't let that keep you from reading this fast paced thriller.

May and Bella are sisters and have what they want people to think is a close and honest relationship, but there are definitely secrets they each have. There is manipulation, betrayal, and selfishness in this story. The plot develops from May and Bella's POVs and as the chapters alternate between the two, more and more secrets and twists are revealed. I had so many guesses on what was going to happen, but they were all wrong. The epilogue completely caught me off guard, but it was SOOO good!

Thank you NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

It seems like the women who join the secret, extremely hard to get into, exclusive womens club will have the world at their feet. Everything is supposed to be so much easier once inside the clique but the reality is much darker....an interesting read.

A brilliant thriller that kept me guessing throughout, My Sister's Downfall is full of intriguing twists and takes in topics such as mental illness and the thirst for power at all costs. Without wanting to say too much, the narrative focuses on two sisters whose relationship is dysfunctional to say the least, and those around them have a habit of dying. I enjoyed the circular structure of the book where we actually begin at the end and then work our way through the events that lead to that conclusion. With a British feel like The Girl on the Train, I'd recommend it to fans of taut, well-paced mysteries.

My Sister's Downfall
by SM Thomas
Pub Date: Sep 17, 2024

My Sister's Downfall is an absolutely brilliant thriller! A great book written from 2 different 1st person narratives. It was so obvious the sister's truly loved each other, the author did such an excellent job portraying those feelings! It was a fast addicting read, I definitely recommend this book to anyone that is a fan of thrillers!

Synopsis: A woman’s scream echoes through the night, a haunting cry that pierces the air as she plummets towards the unforgiving ground.
It’s a scene of chaos and confusion, as her sister desperately races towards her, her heart pounding in her chest. But it’s too late. Gravity has already claimed its victim.

Many thanks to #MySistersDownfall #NetGalley and #BooksGoSocial for providing me with an E-ARC of this book.

I do love a book by this author and get very involved. This was different to the other books that I have read, the others were part of a series, This worked really well and I was engrossed a great afternoon read. There was great character development. I cant wait until the next book by this author.