The Other Sister opens with a tight, menacing setup: upon the death of her mother, Charlotte discovers that she has a twin sister who was adopted by another family shortly after birth. She quickly becomes obsessed with Acelynn and decides to reach out to this long-lost sister. When the two meet, tragedy soon strikes, and Charlotte assumes Acelynn's identity in order to protect herself. Charlotte finds that Acelynn was not all she seemed, however, under the veneer of her wealthy and successful life. Will Charlotte be able to keep up appearances, or will Acelynn's former life bring her crumbling down?

While I found the book intriguing and initially promising, the fast and furious plot twists towards the end took away from its dark impact and made the plot a bit more difficult to follow. The clear standout character was Petal — a child with a genuinely dark and dangerous core that gives the book its sharpest edge. It’s obvious early on that Petal is a younger version of one of the adult characters, yet because the reveal must stay hidden, her adult counterpart never quite carries the same haunting characterization, which blunted the impact overall. I wanted to be able to look back and say "oh of COURSE that was Petal, it's all so obvious now that I see it" but that gotcha tie-in just didn't seem to be there. Still, the book is entertaining with enough surprises to keep you turning the page. Romy Evans did a great performance on the audiobook narration, with seamless audiobook production by Harlequin Audio.

Thank you to NetGalley, Harlequin Audio, and Jessica R. Patch for an advance listening copy for honest review. 3.75 stars rounded up.

Oooph. This book was so good. I couldn't turn it off. Just drove around my town for hours. Just wanting to know how things ended up. Five stars for sure.

"The Other Sister" by Jessica R Patch is a modern twist on "The Prince and the Pauper", a story that has been retold thousands of times, yet this book manages to do it well by adding layer upon layer of mystery and intrigue. This particular version is perhaps most similar to the 2011 TV series Ringer starring Michelle Gellar as a drug addict who witnesses a murder and finds opportunity to go into hiding when her estranged sister commits suicide, allowing her to assume her sister's life of wealth and affluence, but her life becomes more complicated when she discovers her sister was hiding secrets of her own. In fact, "The Other Sister" and "Ringer" are so similar it's either a happy coincidence or the author drew inspiration from the series.

Fortunately, that premise is where the similarities end. In The Other Sister, Charlotte's past is not out in the open; the reader knows she did some dark things in her past, and there are hints that she has some fatal personality flaws, but what she actually did doesn't become clear until the climax. Charlotte also had no idea she had a twin until after her mother dies, and there is the question of why her mother allowed one twin to be adopted but not the other. When Charlotte finally meets her twin, Acelynn, she discovers her sister has her own dark side, something that becomes all the more apparent once she assumes her sister's life. Lurking in the background through all this is the threat of a serial killed known as Cupid who has taken the life of one of Acelynn's best friends, a strained relationship with Ace's district attorney boyfriend, and a parallel story about a mother burdened with a sociopathic child who manages to twist the narrative to make it look like the mother is psychotic.

That parallel storyline kind of bothered me at first, as although I knew it would eventually tie into the rest of the book, it confused me since the names and relationships didn't fit with any of the known characters, and the "child evil from birth" never sits well with me. At one point, I thought I had figured out who that storyline was about, and I was completely wrong. AlthoughI expected some of the "twists", there were several that surprised me. And while most of the characters are expectedly evil, even once Charlotte's transgressions are revealed, she remains a sympathetic character.

The narration by Romy Evans is fantastic (despite some audio issues with the advance listening version), though some of the characters with Southern accents are a bit hard to distinguish. Thank you to the author, Harlequin Audio, and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book and provide an unbiased review.

I consumed this one as an audiobook, and the narrator did an excellent job, but there are so many characters and storylines that it was hard to keep up. I had to go back to previous chapters a few times to ensure what I thought was happening was accurate. This was my first book by Jessica R. Patch, but I can't wait to read her other books!

Charlotte Kane grew up in the foster care system because of an alcoholic and drug-addicted mother. Upon her mother's death, Charlotte discovers she has an identical twin sister, Acelynn Benedict, who, unlike her, grew up a wealthy girl in an influential southern family. Mixed in with Charlotte's storyline is a past timeline of a mentally disturbed mother and a manipulative daughter. The story has many unexpected turns and a couple of jaw-dropping revelations near the end that make it a worthy read.

Charlotte Kane discovers she has an identical twin sister, Acelynn Benedict. Acelynn seems to have a picture-perfect life. After a tragedy, Charlotte decides she has no choice but to assume her sister’s identity. However, once she starts posing as Acelynn, she quickly realizes that Acelynn does not have a picture-perfect life, and no one in Acelynn’s life is who they seem to be. Charlotte wants out, but revealing the truth means she would have to return to her troubled life.

Wow! I am still reeling from shocking twists and turns in this book. Every time I thought I knew where the plot was going, something unexpected would occur. This was my first book by Jessica R. Patch, and it definitely won’t be my last. I highly recommend this one to anyone that enjoys extremely twisty psychological thrillers! The narration by Romy Evans was amazing. I give this one 4.5/5 stars.

Twists and more twists in this psychological thriller. I thought this book was really good. The audiobook's narrator did a wonderful job and I was not bored for a minute. I highly recommend! 5 stars

Many thanks to Net Galley and Harlequin Audio for an audio ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

2.5 stars rounded up to 3 ⭐️

Let me start off by saying that this book was not my type of thriller. It was very plot driven, filled with a bunch of characters who were hard to keep up with, multiple story lines that were overall just confusing for me, and I wasn’t a big fan of the FMC. The only parts that were enjoyable to me were the past timeline parts regarding one of the characters growing up. Other than that, I felt myself just waiting to get back to those parts because I was just overwhelmed with everything the author was adding to an already confusing story. I can see what she was trying to do, but it just felt unorganized and not believable. There were some entertaining parts, and I think that is what brought the rating up a little bit for me, but there were just so many things in the story line that made no sense to me. If you’re a lover of drama within a wealthy crowd, murder mysteries, or stories with multiple murders, you may enjoy this one. Just don’t expect a lot of depth, this one’s definitely a popcorn thriller. While I didn’t enjoy it, as always, I hope that you do!

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The Other Sister - Jessica R Patch

Y’all already know I love an assumed identity trope, and The Other Sister delivers in such a fun, twisty, Southern Gothic way.

Charlotte discovers she has an identical twin, Acelynn, and when a tragic accident gives her the chance to step into her sister’s seemingly perfect life in Savannah—she takes it. But the deeper she goes, the more tangled the web of secrets becomes. Everyone in Acelynn’s world is hiding something, and Charlotte quickly realizes the life she envied might just be more dangerous than the one she left behind.

As someone who’s from Savannah, I’m always a little extra picky with books set there—but this one nailed the vibe. The moss-draped mystery, the old-money secrets, the social circles with sharp edges… it all worked. And the audiobook? Chef’s kiss. Romy Evans was an excellent narrator—she really elevated the tension and made it feel like I was right there unraveling every lie with Charlotte.

This was my first Jessica R. Patch book, but definitely not my last. If you’re into stories about sisters, secrets, and survival with a bit of Southern spice, add this one to your TBR. Thanks to @netgalley and @harlequinaudio for the ALC!

This psychological thriller had so many twists and turns it bout left me dizzy. But wow! What a journey!

Charlotte the main character comes off as an unreliable narrator, and the rules that stand between her and her two best friends further that belief. Growing up with an addict mother, and going into the dark side of the foster care system also doesn't contradict this assumption. What a treat for her when she finds out she has a twin sister who wants to come out and meet her!

While this sister is visiting, Charlotte witnesses her best friend's murder and knowing the depths of the pockets of a notoriously awful bookie, (and her history with them) the police are not trustworthy. Luckily her sister has the ability to help and wants to! They hatch a plan which leads to ensuing chaos. Charlotte returns as Acelynn to Ace's lavish lifestyle. But there is something far more insidious going on hidden beneath all of this power and wealth. Will Charlotte be able to save herself from Acelynn's enemies? Or will she be buried in Acelynn's grave by the web of lies she has surrounded herself in?

There were some darker themes with this one. My first book by this author but definitely won't be my last. It kept me engaged even with such a large cast of characters that sometimes got confusing. The dual timeline told through journal entries from someone with an evil child daughter adds another aspect to what is already a decently complicated storyline, but it also inserts some deeper doubts that thicken the plot.

My largest disappointment with this book though, is the lack of faith content as a truly central theme. It barely even felt like a side plot and with such an extreme amount of darkness it felt terribly off balance and dark. I just think it could've been more prominent to the book. It was a fun book to read but I likely wouldn't recommend it to anyone seeking Christian fiction.

Overall, I did enjoy the book as it was a quick intense thrill ride that kept me engaged. I do plan to read more from this author as well.

Jessica R. Patch's The Other Sister audiobook delivers a compelling and suspenseful tale of mistaken identity and deadly secrets. The narration effectively captures Charlotte Kane's initial longing for a different life and the shock of discovering her identical twin sister, Acelynn, who seemingly has everything Charlotte desires.

The premise of Charlotte stepping into Acelynn's polished Savannah life after a tragedy creates immediate intrigue. The audiobook format enhances the sense of Charlotte's disorientation and the challenges of navigating a world that is both alluring and unfamiliar. Patch skillfully layers on the suspense as Charlotte quickly realizes that the seemingly perfect facade of Acelynn's life hides something sinister.

The discovery that no one in Acelynn's life is who they appear to be propels the narrative forward with a growing sense of danger. Charlotte's initial desire for her sister's life transforms into a desperate need to escape the web of deadly secrets she has stumbled into. The audiobook expertly conveys Charlotte's increasing fear and the precariousness of her situation, trapped between a dangerous new reality and a past that also threatens her.

The Other Sister is a gripping and twisty thriller that explores themes of identity, family secrets, and the deceptive nature of appearances. Patch keeps the listener engaged with unexpected turns and a protagonist fighting to survive in a life that isn't her own. This audiobook is a suspenseful ride that will leave you questioning everyone's true motives until the very end.

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4/5

I’m giving this four stars only because it was hard for me to keep track of all the characters. Otherwise, this book was great and a fun, quick read. The twist was like nothing I’ve read before.

Read this if you like:
- quick reads
- southern charm
- imposters

Thank you NetGalley, Harlequin Audio, and Jessica R. Patch for this ARC in exchange for my honest review

MUST-READ psychological thriller branded at its CORE by the SLOW-burn, SERPENTINE, SIZZLING-HOT saga of SAVAGERY only bred by BLOODLINES!

THE OTHER SISTER was my first book by Jessica R. Patch. It did NOT disappoint. In fact, the book was NEXT LEVEL.

As one of 4 girls in a family with 6 children, I am a sucker for most anything set in the South, so… I may have some biases in that regard. However, the siblings and the setting alone are not what made Patch’s story STAND OUT.

I CRAVE stories where I am authentically UNABLE to decipher the author’s message until I have EVERY last detail.

The experience may be too dark for some readers. However, it was exciting for me to experience the author’s courageous use of this EPIC and intense content to hook her audience—I will certainly read more of her work!

“Patch leads readers through a maze of cock-eyed, funhouse mirrors as she methodically sets the stage. Then, she maneuvers the ground just from beneath them before they ever see it coming as a mind-boggling thrill ride ensues…”
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😈😈😈😈😈 – Twisty and Totally Unforgettable!
Wow—"The Other Sister" by Jessica R. Patch completely blew me away! From the first page, I was hooked. Jessica’s writing is mesmerizing—it’s one of those books you can't put down, especially toward the delicious ending! This was my first taste of her writing, and I want more.

When Charlotte's estranged mother passes away, she finds out she has an identical twin. Yep, an actual twin she never knew existed! Can you imagine? Acelyn was adopted into a wealthy family and grew up in a different world than Charlotte. When they connect, things spiral into a wild, juicy, edge-of-your-seat thriller with twists that hit you like a freight train. I quit trying to untangle the looming twists and just enjoyed the dreamy ride!

The tension, the pacing, the reveals...perfect. I genuinely loved everything about this book. It's dark, with morally corrupt, deceitful, and vivid characters. The prose is deep and thought-provoking. The suspense is intense and chilling, and the conclusion? MIND. BLOWN.

I cannot wait to see what the author comes up with next, and I hope it's fast! I’ll be the first in line for a sequel or another standalone in the same deliciously twisty style 🙋🏼‍♀️. The Other Sister is a must-read if you love thrillers that keep you guessing.

Thank you to the author and Blackstone Audio for providing an early copy of this fabulous audiobook via NetGalley. All opinions are my own!!


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Twist, after twist, after twist! Sometimes it was a little hard to keep everything straight. Who doesn’t love a good stolen identity trope and twins make it much more appealing. This thriller kept me guessing from start to finish. Just when I thought I knew where the plot was going, something would occur that was unexpected. The narration masterfully brought the story to life adding intensity, suspense, and emotion. The Petal chapters gave me chills. They were haunting, and frightening while keeping me engaged and curious. The story is original and twisted in all the right ways. Thank you, NetGalley and Harlequin Audio for my audiobook.

Okay, The Other Sister had me hooked from page one. Identical twins separated at birth, a sudden death, and then one stepping into the other’s glamorous life? I'm in! Charlotte is such a compelling character—scrappy, flawed, and real—and watching her try to navigate Acelynn’s seemingly perfect world was like watching a train slowly veer off the tracks in the best way.

What I loved most was how the story peeled back layer after layer. Just when I thought I had a handle on the secrets, BAM—another twist. It’s not just a thriller; it really dives into identity, class, and how far someone will go for a fresh start. The writing is sharp and fast-paced, and I genuinely didn’t see the ending coming.

Such a pleasant surprise! The narration was perfect, as well.

Read Completed 4/14/25 | 3 stars | Book #51 of 2025
Thank you to the publisher, Harlequin Audio, for the auto approval to read this book via Netgalley. My opinions have not been influenced by my free copy.

This was just an okay read for me! The beginning was much better than the end, but I think readers who love over-the-top, twisty reads like Freida McFadden's books and Kiersten Modglin's, will appreciate this one. For me, it was a little too much.

I liked the beginning and the story of Charlotte going to take over her sister's life for a short while. After a while, this just started to feel like You (the TV show) Season 4 where everyone's rich and despicable. Some things were a little confusing with so many names involved because a lot of these people weren't involved enough for me to know or care who they were. The ending was a little too much.

A decent read, but maybe better with other audiences.

WOW. This was my first book by this author and I was blown away. I had recently read a "long lost twins" book about a month before reading this one, so I was worried I would not enjoy this as much. However, that was not the case. I LOVE the backstory we get on Charlotte and her drive to figure out her sister's life. I do not think she was prepared to find out everything that came along with living her sister's life. THE ENDING.....I want MORE!

The Other Sister is a psychological thriller that follows Charlotte, a young woman who has endured a tumultuous childhood marked by her mother’s drug addiction and life in foster care. After her mother’s death, Charlotte discovers she has an identical twin—and to her delight, her sister wants to meet and build a relationship. But as their connection grows, it becomes clear that not everything is as perfect as it seems. Her sister is hiding dark secrets of her own.

The story is full of unexpected twists and turns that kept me guessing. At times, I felt it became a bit too wordy, with certain sections feeling like filler rather than essential to the plot. Still, the suspense and mystery held my attention—I was determined to see how it would all unfold.

Thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin Audio for the advance audio copy.

I really enjoyed this book—it kept my interest throughout most of the story. The plot was engaging and the pacing held my attention, even though there were a few parts that felt a little far-fetched. Despite that, I still found myself invested in the characters and wanting to see what happened next. The ending definitely wasn’t what I was expecting, which added a surprising twist to wrap things up. Overall, it was a good read. I listened to the audiobook and enjoyed the narrator.

Charlotte Kane has not had an easy life. Growing up in foster care because of her mother's addiction and now living pay check to pay check trying to make ends meet. After her mother's passing she is shocked to learn she has an identical twin sister.
Acelyn has the polar opposite life style from her twin sister Charlotte. Living a life of wealth and luxury. Acelyn is excited to meet her sister for more reasons than just meeting her twin sister for the first time.
A number of events occur and Charlotte learns all about who her sister is.
The first half of this audiobook had me engaged. However the last part and ending there was way too much unfolding it was really hard to follow.