this was a strong psychological thriller novel, it had that element that I was looking for and enjoyed from this type of book. The characters were everything that I wanted in this and had that secrets that I was expecting. It was a strong psychological element that I wanted and was engaged with the suspenseful atmosphere that I was hoping for. Dandy Smith wrote this well and was glad I got to read this.

My favorite book of the year so far! I finished this reading in less than a week.. just couldn't stop! The characters and the whole story was so well thought making this a VERY exciting book from page one!

This was good but don’t know if I would read it again. It deserves 3/5 stars, thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this book to read!

The Wrong Daughter is a psychological thriller that delves into themes of identity, trauma, and the complexities of familial bonds. The story is told via Caitlin, who was just 10 years old when her sister Olivia was abducted, and Elinor, a neighboring sibling with her own dark past. Sixteen years later, Olivia mysteriously returns, but Caitlin harbors doubts about the woman's true identity. As the story progresses, secrets unravel, and the lines between truth and deception blur, leading to a series of unexpected twists that kept me hooked, reading anywhere and everywhere!

Thanks to NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for the digital copy of this book; I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Trigger warnings: violence, kidnapping

I had a number of mystery/thrillers on my NetGalley approved list, and The Wrong Daughter turned out to be one of the better ones. Full of family secrets and psychological tension, I finished this book in one sitting.

The Wrong Daughter posits that Caitlin’s sister, who disappeared when they were tweens, has returned. Everyone is overjoyed, but Caitlin is not as sure the woman named Olivia is her long-lost sister. The issue of sibling dynamics is explored, as well as buried truths. The darker theme may turn off some people, but compared to some other thrillers I have read recently, this book was not as bad.

The book would be considered a psychological thriller, since a lot of time is spent with Caitlin, who is not sure it’s really her sister, Olivia, that has returned. If it isn’t Olivia, then who would know all of the girls’ secrets, and what is the endgame?

I appreciated that The Wrong Daughter’s family-driven mystery, but I really didn’t appreciate the violence. I like my thrillers to be a little softer. That’s not saying the book is not good! It held my interest, and I’d give it a solid 3.5 stars, but I think it’s time to get back to other genres like cozy mysteries!

If you read just one book this year let it be this one. OMG a real page turner with lots of twists and turns. Just when you think that you have guessed the outcome you are wrong, it keeps you guessing until the bitter end.
Caitlin's sister Olivia was abducted. Many years later she returns, but is it really her.....

This was a solid 4 star until about 85% of the way through and then it got a little weird, rushed and far fetched. I had no idea where this was going the entire time but kept me on my toes.

This was my first book by Dandy Smith and I greatly enjoyed it! It took a while to figure out the two point of views and how they related to each other, but the book kept me guessing for a while. I appreciate the ARC.

This Story Involves 2 Sisters, 1 was missing and suddenly comes back as an adult. It does seem strange at times that certain questions aren’t asked or that it’s like nothing seriously tragic happened for the last decade. Then there is another section which have no idea what it means. That could turn out to be interesting or fall apart. Think this one some will rate really good or really bad. I am in the Camp that this was a winner. It was fast paced and many of the scenerios were farfetched. I found the sister’s relationship to be intense and did not ever know who was reliable or who could be trusted. A good thriller works that way for me. The last part of the book dragged on a little bit too much. I certainly got the point and it parts thought could have been a little shorter. Overall though, I liked this Book, as it came together and all the loose ends were wrapped up. So, Solid 4 Star Read for Me. Got into Reading It and did Not Want to Stop. The premise was a little different and appreciated that. Kept my attention and couldn’t stop until I got to the end. If that is what you look for in a Thriller, think you will like this one.

Thank you NetGalley and Kensington Publishingbfor a Copy of this book. I leave reviews of all books I read.

I absolutely enjoyes reading this. Will definitely be recommending. Kept me really hooked I'll love to reread again

The Wrong Daughter by Dandy Smith is a gripping and emotional read! This book is a perfect blend of suspense and heartfelt family drama. Dandy Smith delivers a story that is both captivating and poignant, with characters you'll become deeply invested in and a plot that will keep you guessing until the very end. It's a compelling exploration of secrets, lies, and the enduring power of a mother's love.

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This book is unlike anything I've read before.

The story: Unique
The plot: Twisty 😂
The characters: Equal parts lovable and hate-able

They were all embedded in my head, whether good or bad.

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I rarely read stories about family. Maybe because they hit too close to home. I can't read without reflecting on how my family is. But this one is captivating throughout.

Caitie lost her sister years ago, and she has been living in the shadow of her missing sister ever since. So when she came back, Caitie should be happy, right? But things are not what she expected them to be.

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The only thing I dislike about the story is the slow transition in Caitie's story because of doubt. If it were up to me, I'd fight so hard to be heard. I understand it gets tiring, though. I know I did 😂

What I love most about the book is that it always proved me wrong. When I thought I had the story right, the next chapter would say, "NOPE!" The twist at the end was crazy worth it.

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I definitely recommend this book for those looking for psychological thrillers. Fair warning: a huge amount of second-guessing and a bit of gaslighting here and there.

US release is in August! Add to wishlist now ✨️

This book had a good plot but something fell short in the execution. It was a fun and fast read with an interesting mix of characters.

I loved the idea of this book and the paranoid feeling the MC battles with as she alone questions the validity of her sister’s return- years after her abduction. Unfortunately, the author failed to truly capture me, the reader. I tried multiple times to return to this book- and even the audiobook, however after the first chapter, the writing failed to pull me in and keep me going. I completed 8 chapters and decided I wouldn’t be able to finish the book.

I really loved this book. I enjoyed reading it very much
Thank you so much NetGalley for letting me read it

Loved this book! I definitely did not see the end coming and it kept me guessing along the way. A very clever, dark, and entertaining novel. Incredibly written!

An enjoyable, easy read, but pretty unremarkable. The characters were a little 2 dimensional and the twists were relatively easy to predict.

Twisty and shocking at times, there are two stories with one fact: a missing sister.
Losing a sister whom you are close to is hard and it changes your whole life. The unanswered questions about what happened, the guilt, the wondering where she is, they all color your real adult life. But then the unthinkable happens: after 16 years, someone claiming to be your sister returns, but she isn't answering questions and she is turning your life upside down.
Intrigue, suspense, and unreliable narrators keep you turning the pages as fast as you can to find out the identify of the returned sister. Some unexpected events will keep you hooked until the very end.
Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of this book.
5/5 stars

The Wrong Daughter is a twisty story about two sisters that will leave the reader guessing. Caitlin is left with a lot of guilt as she was home the night her sister, Olivia, was taken from the family home. While the story was predictable in spots, I was continually wondering who was lying and why. The story made me think about the unique relationship siblings share.

Omg!! This was so good!!! For most of the book you feel like you’re reading 2 stories but they definitely come together!! Twists were so good! I went in fairly blind and that’s definitely the best way to read a thriller. Gripping!

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for sending me an ARC in exchange for my honest review