Great serial killer novel with multiple POVs and timelines. Three sisters living very different lives come back together after one buys their grandparentse old house. We get the POVs of each sister and also of the serial killer. One of the sisters is the culprit but which one? I honestly did not know until the end and I very much enjoyed guessing throughout the book. Highly recommend.

Dang!! This book was something else. I was not prepared. This book was dark and twisted where the author has multiple turns up their sleeves. I didn't know where I was going to end up chapter to chapter. I was constantly questioning people and wondering who done it.

Thanks to netgalley and publisher for copy.

Thank you, Netgalley, for this E-ARC. Three sisters, three suspects, and three traumatic childhoods. Who is SHE? You are left wondering which one has the motive and monstrous evil to commit these crimes. I was sucked into this book from page one, and with it being a little over 350 pages i finished it in two days! I enjoyed the depth each sister was given for character development. Check trigger warnings before delving into the master piece of trauma, sexuality, and brutality.

thanks to Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for a review

what a bummer! the premise of this book grabbed my attention immediately, as i’m a sucker for a good serial killer book, but unfortunately this one fell a little flat

the characters weren’t exactly likable and the timeline went all over the place. sometimes the murder scenes were a little too much, graphic depictions of violence serve their purpose but in this case it seems like they were done for shock value.

i do like how this book wove in how childhood trauma and PTSD causes ripple effects for people’s entire lives and the unspoken unresolved trauma is the worst of all.

✨despite the problems of this book, i’ll always support women killing men indiscriminately ✨

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Dark, twisty, and deeply unsettling—in the best way.

Sister, Butcher, Sister by KD Aldyn is a gripping psychological thriller that pulls you into a shadowy world of fractured identities and sibling secrets. The writing is vivid and cinematic, with an eerie tension that builds steadily until the final, jaw-dropping reveal.

I loved how the story explored the thin line between love and obsession, and how trauma can twist even the closest relationships. The atmosphere is haunting, the characters complex, and the pacing keeps you turning pages late into the night.

Perfect for fans of psychological horror with emotional depth and a sharp edge. I’ll definitely be watching for whatever KD Aldyn writes next.

Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the ARC and the opportunity to read and review this chilling novel

This captivating page-turner immediately draws the reader in from the very first page. The three sisters are intriguing characters, each grappling with their own unique struggles and challenges. The plot keeps you guessing, as you find yourself unable to put the book down. The author’s consistent writing style and effortless storytelling make this a truly enjoyable read. My only complaint, I wish they had a better title.

My review is voluntary and all comments and opinions are my own.

Well to start I finished this is one go- which I always consider complimentary. The author does a great job of peaking my curiosity. I just wish I hadn’t felt so starved for information most of the time. I would’ve liked less of our murder’s pov’s, and more building of tension in present time. Eventually those pov’s felt repetitive and less effective as a result. I was like ‘okay girl you’re really messed up. And you LOVE killing men. Now give me some information or plot I can use!’ It’s like with creature feature movies, sometimes the less you see the monster- the scarier it is in your mind.
Definitely got some karin slaughter vibes going here but I grew weary of some cliches and formulaic scenes. (Enough creepy folk songs!) As well as getting really fatphobic and haterish in the middle there, don’t really see how it was necessary, but our narrator wasn’t exactly the pinnacle of morality anyways. I was pleased with the ending, despite being rushed. Overall I liked this book well enough but it had potential to be better. *Please check tw’s in the beginning if you pick this one up.

Three sisters, one of them is secretly a serial killer. But, which one of them is it? Dark pasts, gritty details, nightmares, and untold secrets bind these three together leading to the untold presence where the police are now involved.

Thank you, Netgalley, KD Aldyn, and Poisoned Pen Press for the ARC of ¨Sister Butcher Sister.¨ I was intrigued by the description of the book, so that is what caught my eye - but then I was thrown head first into a novel with gruesome and descriptive events that are not suitable for children... or some adults! I definitely recommend reading the trigger warnings before reading. However, I did find the dialogue between the sisters to be humorous, and their backstories evoke different emotions which the reader can be empathetic to. The author has a way of pulling at your heart strings in a way that the reader can connect to the sisters on an emotional level; and all of a sudden the reader... like watching a horror movie... is reading the next chapter behind their fingers covering their eyes. This book is not for the faint of heart! But if you like books with themes of family drama, trauma, and also gore - I think this book is for you!

This book has a fascinating concept and decent execution. I was intrigued by the Rowling sisters - each damaged, and a little twisted in their own way - but I did find the characters stiff and overly formal. The sections from the killer's point of view are brutal and gory, not for the faint of heart! And the mystery of the killer's identity is was incredibly entertaining. There's an atmosphere of unease and discomfort here that's hard to shake.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC!

Dark. Disturbing. macabre.

This book sinks its teeth into you with quiet horror, unraveling in a way that’s both unsettling and strangely captivating. It’s not your typical gore-fest—it’s psychological, tense, and full of slow-burning dread that crawls under your skin.

The writing is gritty, the tone is haunting, and the atmosphere feels like walking through a nightmare you can’t wake up from. It lingers—in a good way and a very creepy way.

Perfect for readers who crave something weird, dark, and a little off-kilter.
My rating would actually 3.5

Sister Butcher Sister is about 3 sisters. One is returning home to buy their late grandfather's house, the sister that appears to have her life together but is actually having an affair, the sister who was a whole disaster and got into all kinds of trouble, and then the mysterious "she" that is going around killing specifically men. You have no idea which sister is the killer until the end.

This book has an intriguing premise. I spent the entire book trying to figure out which sister was the one going around killing men. Even tho I had it right, every time the POV swapped I started doubting I was correct. In the end I was right, but I questioned it continuously! Although the sisters' backstories are sad, it was really interesting learning about them and why they turned out the way they did. The backstories also cause you to have empathy as to why the one sister decided to start taking out the human male species.

It was easy to read. Although there were several POVs, I was able to easily keep up.

I gave this book 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it to anybody who likes a good "whodunnit."

'Sister, Butcher, Sister' by KD Aldyn had the makings of a gripping story, with a plot that promised intrigue and emotional depth. Unfortunately, the execution fell flat. The pacing was sluggish, and the writing lacked the energy needed to bring the narrative to life. Despite the story’s potential, it often felt drab and uninspired, with characters who never quite felt real. Moments that should have been tense or moving came across as oddly muted. It’s frustrating, because the premise is genuinely interesting—but the delivery left me disengaged. A missed opportunity for what could have been a compelling read.

I feel like I say this for every thriller I’ve read recently, BUT THIS WAS SOOOO GOOD! The plot was so good. The writing style was my fav: short chapters that keep you hooked, AKA crack format! The twist had my jaw on the floor my lanta!

This book is a wild ride! Dark secrets, brutal revenge, and a mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end. The story switches between three sisters – each with their own secrets – and the short chapters keep you completely hooked. It's fast-paced and intense, with some seriously shocking twists. Highly recommend! Thanks to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for the ARC to read and review.

Sister Butcher Sister was a wild ride from start to finish. At different points in the book you feel deep empathy for each sister, then almost immediately after you feel suspicious of each one of them as well. The first half of this book is a little bit slower, but it really picks up at the end. Three sisters, all with deep and dark secrets that they can’t even fully remember - and one of them is a serial killer. But which sister is it?

I really liked the addition of the “She” perspective in this book. I feel like it helped me as a reader see how unhinged the killer was becoming without ruining the plot twist of which sister is the serial killer. I found myself sucked into this story, and wanted to drop everything else to read it and find out who was behind the murders.

Thank you to KD Aldyn, NetGalley, and Poisoned Pen Press for an eARC of Sister Butcher Sister in exchange for an honest review.

Sisters. There were never such devoted sisters.....

This is no Rosemary Clooney.

Kate, Aurora and Peggy are sisters. As expected, they don't always get along. They have their families, and secrets and shared history. Also, Aurora will NEVER forgive Peggy for what she did.

Also, one of them is possibly a serial killer.
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There's a ton of potential with a storyline like this. Family history is always a gold mine for trauma, and this family was not different. I do feel that KD Aldyn is a good writer, was got a bit bogged down with the details, and sometimes the whole point is missing. This is a very wordy book and editing could help the flow and timeline of the story.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Sister, Butcher, Sister is a pitch-black thriller that descends into the complexities of life after severe trauma.

The POVs of three sisters and an ominous "She" serial killer unfurl the story of the Rowling sisters. When the oldest sister returns to her grandpa's home to purchase it, unsettling memories of the past shake up her and both her sister's worlds. The reader is left wondering what really happened to them all growing up, and how will that affect their lives moving forward?

If you love intensely dark, harrowing stories about complex and toxic family dynamics, this one is for you!

What a dark, twisty read! Sister, Butcher, Sister is such a multi-layered story that kept me guessing. I really enjoyed that it started with a look into the killers mind and then turned into a mystery, yet still managed to keep the intrusive thoughts and the wild actions of the killer woven in. The unreliable narrator being the unknown killer was also a nice touch.

I loved how seamlessly KD Aldyn switched from first person to third person, I feel like that’s a special skill, often done poorly - so bravo!

Overall, I really enjoyed the book, although there were times it dragged on.

I got this book as an eARC from Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press and I was so excited after reading about it and requesting it. The books follows three sisters, each going through their own lives and struggles. We also have a fourth perspective of She - a murderess taking some vengeance on men.

Lets discuss why I gave it the star rating I did. One of the biggest things I reminded myself of multiple times is that this is a debut novel, and I have every indication within the pages that the author will end up being fantastic and so I do feel guilty giving this one a lower rating. The writing is good on a technical level, and I think it takes skill to switch between third person and first person within the four POVs and have it be as seamless as it is. This is skillful, and something I don't see done often and was impressed with it.

As we are following three sisters, we see their indivual struggles. There is some discussion about motherhood as we have one married mother, one single mother, and one child free sister. Kate is a classic "child free high career earning" lady who is obsessed with their grandfathers old house and has returned home after purchasing it. She is the oldest of the group, but has ahabit of running away from her problems and not wanting many strings attached.

Aurora is the middle sister, and married with two children. She plays the harp, and has always been the care taker "good girl" of the group. If you were to lift her from being the middle child and make her the eldest and asked to describe a "classic eldest daughter from a drama" you'd be spot on. Her biggest twist for most of the book is simply that she's the middle sister.

My favourite to follow was Peggy, the youngest and wayward daughter who is a "trainwreck" and is trying to be better for her son and working through demons of addiction and alcohol.

I really think this author has talent and technical proficiency, and I'm looking forward to trying their next work. This one did not land for me. It was slower than I was hoping, and most of what I read from one POV (I won't say which as I do hope others go into this and enjoy it) was dull and unnecessary as it was also discussed by the other sisters. I struggled to turn the pages with the pacing, likely because I believed what I was getting was a thriller. This book leans on "dark women's fiction" in the beginning and as we continue on takes on more and more of a "character led detective drama" feel. This isn't bad, but it wasn't what I was expecting and it threw me for a bit.

Check your trigger warnings. I hope the finished novel has a list at the front or the back for readers.