Review: The Good Sister

The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Sally Hepworth delivers a compelling read about sisters, their bond and relationship.
Rose and Fern appear to be the closest of twin sisters. Rose is Fern's caretaker and is very protective as Fern has sensory issues and special needs. Fern is a librarian who avoids people and social interaction. She relies on Rose to help her all the time and is devoted to her.
That's because Rose helped Fern overcome something terrible years ago. So, when Fern learns that Rose is unable to have a child, she knows just how to repay her--by having a baby for her. As luck would have it, Fern meets a not-so-homeless man, Wally, who is more than he appears.
But everything in this read is not as it appears. Soon, Fern begins to come into her own and to develop a level of independence and confidence in herself that was nice to see unfold. Fern will come to certain revelations that will have you rooting for her.
What I loved about this read is how the author took her time to let the story unfold, layer by layer until you get to the creepy truth. This is not a rushed tale but it is one that carries you on a journey that is both compelling and crazy at the same time.
She takes you into the mind of a woman whose twisted truth had me shaking my head in disbelief. This is my first Sally Hepworth read and all I can say is, that I can't wait to read more from her.
This is the read for a rainy day where you put your foot up and savor each page as you descend into mind of a ruthless character. It was creepy good.
#Netgalley thank you.

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