62 pages • 2 hours read
Sally HepworthThe Good Sister
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth is a domestic thriller centered on the complex relationship between fraternal twins Fern and Rose Castle, characterized by psychological suspense and a mysterious plot involving murder. As the story unfolds, narrated by two seemingly unreliable narrators, the twins' intricate family dynamics are revealed, highlighting the extremes one sister will go to fulfill her desires. The novel also provides a sensitive portrayal of neurodiversity. The text discusses child abuse, murder, and other sensitive topics.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Sally Hepworth's The Good Sister artfully blends domestic drama with psychological thriller elements, garnering praise for its complex characters and emotional depth. The narrative's dual perspectives offer intriguing insights, though some critics find the plot twists predictable. Overall, the engaging storytelling and exploration of family bonds resonate well.
Who Should Read The Good Sister?
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers with complex family dynamics and unreliable narrators would find The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth captivating. It's ideal for fans of Liane Moriarty’s Big Little Lies or Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl, offering suspense, emotional depth, and unexpected twists.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Psychological Fiction
Relationships: Siblings
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Identity: Mental Health
Diversity
Grief / Death
Mental Illness