I featured Sister, Butcher, Sister in my June 2025 new releases video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6q31xhbo1tE, and though I have not read it yet, I am so excited to and expect 5 stars! I will update here when I post a follow up review or vlog.

Told from the POV of three sisters- Kate, Aurora and Peggy. One of which is a killer, told from the POV of SHE.

Can you figure out which of the sisters is a serial killer?

There is a lot of trauma to unpack with this one and if you can get past the slow burn of it, it’s a well written psychological thriller about the secrets siblings hold. Check the context warning ahead of time if you have any triggers!

The story unravels the lives of each sister, giving you a glimpse into their memories growing up. The SHE chapters are dark and you will know you are in a SHE chapter pretty quickly!

I did have to pain extra attention to which chapter was focused on which sister. The chapter typically started with a name to give you the heads up.

Thank you to author, KD Aldyn, Publisher Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book. I am leaving my review voluntarily.

i wasn’t ready for any of this.

i thought this was going to go two totally different directions, but omg!!! i did not see where it ended up going. it’s amazing (and heartbreaking) how deep you can bury something just to survive. these girls? true survivors.

i found myself constantly questioning who did what, and why, as the story unfolded. it messes with your trust in the best way. and when the truth came out? i felt that gut punch. funny how you can feel like you missed out on something, only to realize it was never something you should’ve wanted in the first place.

so much evil. i’m crying inside for all of the sisters. solid 4 out of 5 stars.

3.75 stars rounding up to 4. On the one hand, I was more interested in these 3 sisters and their family drama than I expected to me. I rooted for Peggy to overcome her demons, for Kate to be able to let go of the past, for Aurora to… well, I don’t know. I still don’t know if I understood her motivations.

On the other hand, I had the killer’s identity pegged within the first couple chapters. The clues were there if you were paying attention, but I don’t think it was obvious enough to leave me disappointed — I enjoyed spotting them. What did leave me a bit disappointed was the late introduction to the detectives (I would have enjoyed even more cat-and-mouse between them and the butcher) and the abrupt ending. I don’t think the book needed to be any longer than it was, but it felt like it had just found its stride when it just *ended*. I also still have some questions that didn’t seem to see any resolution, but they weren’t necessarily important details to the plot, so I can forgive it a little bit.

Overall, a fun, fast-paced read about flawed women, that doesn’t shy away from messy graphic murder scenes. A solid debut novel.

Which sister was the murderer? And how many men did she kill? This book is shocking in its terror! and the why of it! They all lived "normal" lives except for the murderer, Be prepared for some very graphic sex and bloody scenes...not for the faint of heart.

Thank you, NetGalley, for the digital copy of this book

This book was not for me. Although the author did a good job making me alternate between which of the three sisters was guilty, I just couldn't wait to get to the end.

There was a lot of child sexual abuse, not really that descriptive but it was there. And descriptions of the murder scenes. None of that bothered me either. What I didn't care for was the description of all the sex scenes with the adult sisters and the murderer.

I didn't connect with any of the characters. And although the end/capture was good, something still felt like it was missing. For me.

Three sisters — one a successful lawyer, one a recovering addict, and one a seemingly perfect wife and mother. But one of them is also a serial killer.

First off, I have so much respect for authors and the work that goes into crafting a novel. KD Aldyn has a strong voice and an intriguing premise here, but unfortunately, this one didn’t quite land for me.

The narrative felt disjointed and at times chaotic, which made it difficult to stay immersed in the story. I also struggled with the lack of a defined setting — I couldn’t get a clear sense of where the story took place, and that vagueness grew increasingly frustrating as the book went on. Around the 75% mark, the pacing changed drastically. The story shifted into short, choppy chapters that rushed the climax and resolution, leaving little payoff for the investment in these characters. Some key elements of the final twist were also underexplained, making the ending feel unsatisfying.

Additionally, this book was much gorier than I expected from a thriller — edging into horror territory with graphic, almost gratuitous descriptions of violence. Thematically, it’s very dark and disturbing, and while I don't mind exploring tough subjects, I felt the motivations weren’t clearly laid out enough to justify the level of brutality.

Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC.

What a ride! Sister, Butcher, Sister is a fast-paced psychological thriller that absolutely took my breath away. The story itself is intriguing, but it’s the twists and turns that really make it unforgettable. This has to be the must-read suspense novel of the summer!

The plot is captivating—constantly making you question who you can trust—and I genuinely didn’t want to put the book down for a second. The characters? Chef’s kiss. And the writing? Flawless. Very, very well done!

Just a heads-up: the story does touch on some sensitive topics, so it might be worth checking the content warnings before diving in.

⚠️ Trigger warning for graphic violence, sexual assault, and other trauma-related content. ⚠️

Three sisters. One killer. And way too many secrets.

When Kate moves into her grandfather’s old house, it brings her closer to her sisters—and dangerously close to buried memories. As a serial killer targets men in brutal, gory ways, we get chilling POVs from all three sisters… and the killer.

This book surprised me in all the best (and bloodiest) ways. I wasn’t expecting the level of gore, but I’m not complaining—it added to the intensity and psychological unease that builds throughout. While the pacing started off a little slow, it quickly hooked me. The tension builds beautifully, and the psychological twists had me constantly second-guessing everything. I suspected each sister at some point.

This is a dark, bloody, and deeply psychological read that I won’t be forgetting anytime soon.

Thank you to the author K.D. Aldyn, Poisoned Pen Press, and NetGalley for the ARC.

This was not what I was expected and had quite the twists!! If you want a psychological thriller that will have you questioning everything, this is the one!

A taut psychological thriller laced with gothic overtones and a simmering sense of dread, Sister Butcher Sister by K.D. Aldyn is a dark and captivating examination of sisterhood, trauma, and the monsters we both become and inherit.

At the center of the storm are the Rowling sisters—Kate, Aurora, and Peggy—each scarred in their own way, each guarding secrets they can’t fully admit, even to themselves. When Kate returns to their coastal hometown to reclaim their late grandfather’s home, her presence reopens old wounds and reawakens something far more dangerous: buried truths, fractured memories, and a series of brutal murders that may be connected to one of them. Or all of them.

Aldyn masterfully shifts perspective between the sisters, unraveling a complex web of family dysfunction, mental illness, and long-standing guilt. What makes the novel so compelling is its refusal to give easy answers. The narration often feels unreliable, as memory, trauma, and possible supernatural elements (or is it psychosis?) bleed together. Is Kate haunted or hallucinating? Is Aurora cracking under pressure or something worse? Is Peggy clean, or just hiding her addiction behind a new façade? And then there’s SHE—the chilling, almost mythic presence that looms over the story, anonymous yet deeply intimate.

The novel is more than a whodunit—it’s a whydunit, deeply invested in character psychology and the way buried pain can morph into something monstrous. Aldyn’s writing is visceral and lyrical, shifting effortlessly between grounded domestic realism and eerie, almost dreamlike sequences. The pacing is tight, the reveals are shocking but earned, and the emotional weight lands hard.

While the narrative occasionally leans heavily on ambiguity, especially toward the climax, this choice serves the story’s themes. Sister Butcher Sister is less about solving a crime and more about confronting the ways women are shaped—and broken—by violence, expectations, and silence.

Thank you to NetGalley, KD Aldyn, and Poisoned Pen Press for the eARC. This fast-paced thriller pulls you into a dark and tragic story from the very first page. The plot unravels with intensity, exploring trauma, survival, and the weight of secrets. It’s a gripping, emotional ride—but definitely check the trigger warnings first, as this story doesn’t shy away from difficult themes. Powerful and unforgettable.

Chilling and deeply unsettling!

The Rowling sisters are someone’s neighbor, friend, or coworker. They are average women living ordinary lives. But all three sisters have dark secrets, forgotten trauma buried deep inside. When one sister buys her late grandfather’s house, all that normalcy begins to crumble. Because as the sisters spend more time in their childhood home, the sinister memories come back to the surface, remembered, and threaten the unassuming lives they all have curated. For one sister, that means murder. But which one is SHE?

This story is told in multiple POVs and alternating timelines. I found this to be a slow burn and a solid debut. Please check trigger warnings as this novel is DARK with graphic and disturbing scenes. Readers who are looking for their next female serial killer thriller may enjoy this one.

Thank you Netgalley, Poisoned Pen Press, and the author for this eARC in exchange for my honest review. Publication date is June 10,2025

Let’s be clear: with a title like Sister, Butcher, Sister, I expected blood, betrayal, and possibly a chainsaw wielded with sibling precision. What I got instead? Feelings. So many feelings. And not nearly enough felonies.

KD Aldyn serves up a simmering family drama with just enough murder to whet your appetite, but not enough to satisfy your cravings. It's like being promised a carnivore's feast and being handed a sad charcuterie board with one lonely salami rose.

Sure, there are twists. Sure, there’s tension. And yes, people do get stabbed. But the real casualties are pacing and plot priorities. This book had the potential to be a murder-soaked symphony, but instead we detour into emotional flashbacks, unresolved childhood trauma, and more brooding than a Twilight convention.

I came for the butcher. I stayed for the sisterly angst. I left wishing someone had been dismembered with more narrative enthusiasm. Worth a read if you like your murder with a side of melodrama.

I hadn’t read any of KD Alden’s books before, but after reading Sister, Butcher, Sister, I sought them out, only to learn this is her debut. It is an excellent debut. I will be looking forward to her next book. This dark thriller had me guessing until the very end.
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Three apparently normal sisters, all who forged different paths in life, share a childhood spent often at their grandfather’s house. Forgotten trauma starts resurfacing when the oldest sister buys the house and a serial killer is on the prowl. The brutal killer could be any one of the sisters, or someone else. The author did an amazing job throwing clues in each sister’s story, then made my suspicions hop from each one and back again.
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Kate, Aurora, and Peggy are the sisters. SHE is a cold blooded killer, butchering her victims and thirsting for more. It became quite gruesome to read sometimes. Yet this book drew me in and compelled me to keep reading. I just had to know who the killer was.

The premise of this book is instantly engaging! POV alternates between 3 adult sisters who clearly experienced Some Shit in their childhoods, and then there's an unnamed fourth POV from a serial killer who is one of the aforementioned sisters. Intriguing, right? Right!

I was hooked from the get-go and ate this book up. I had so many hypotheses about who was the killer and what was going on. And then...? It just kind of fizzled out. I was absolutely astonished and pissed when the book ended. As many others have stated, this ending was rushed and could have been so much better. I still very much enjoying reading the book; I just hate the way it ended. The format worked for me, and the anonymous-until-the-end fourth narrator was definitely my favorite.

Despite my annoyance with this book's ending, I'm totally willing to pick up whatever K.D. Aldyn comes out with next.

Full review on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/7608779237

This book kept me guessing. What an interesting plot idea. The characters were well-written and the pace was great. Thank you for the opportunity to read this arc.

4 POV's, 3 sisters, 1 killer - who is it?

Let me start by saying this book is extremely dark. It's not what I am usually use to when reading thrillers, but I still enjoyed this overall. We are told a story from 4 POV's - 3 sisters, Peggy, Kate, and Aurora - and 1 of them is the "butcher" - that POV is told throughout the story in a way that keeps you guessing of which sister it is. I really enjoyed that overall aspect of the writing, and it kept me engaged and turning the pages. I was 100% off with my suspicions, btw.

This is a story of past traumas that follow you through your life. We get glimpses of the past, childhood and jump back into present day adulthood.

It was twisty, it was dark at times, and gruesome. But totally a wild ride, and I enjoyed this overall.

a huge thank you to poisoned press for an early e-arc of this in exchange for my honest review!

When the Rowling sisters reunite after years apart, long-buried secrets start clawing their way back to the surface. In the meantime, one of them is a serial killer. Told in multiple POV, including the killer’s, this dark psychological thriller will mess with your head in the best way.
Twisted, dark, and unputdownable. Sister, Butcher, Sister by KD Aldyn is a slow-burn suspense with gritty family trauma, unreliable narrators, and a killer so sick you can't believe it has to be one of the sisters.

Thank you to Poisoned Pen press via Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Three sisters, all leading very different lives, one a recovering addict and single mother, another a lawyer, & the last a musician married with children. One is a serial killer, killing men brutally. Which one is it?

I liked this book, however it had some slow moments or moments I wish I had more clarity. I really wanted to love this book. I had a feeling I guessed the ending, but I wanted more. I understood the past traumas and reasoning behind the murders, but I think I wanted to understand more from the other sister POV. I found the timeline needed more definition from past and present. I didn’t mind the different POVs they were well written and easily distinguishable.

Overall it was a great thriller and for others it may be a better read. It reminded me of criminal minds from a serial killer perspective so if you are into the show and some description of bodily harm this is a book for you. Definitely check the trigger warnings before reading.