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All My Sisters and Me
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Expected 8 Sep 26Instead of growing closer over the years, sisters-in-law Giselle, Kamryn, Chanel, and Taylor are more distant than ever.
After almost a decade of marriage, Giselle is still childless with the pangs of jealousy and feelings of inadequacy mounting each day. Kamryn loves her husband’s family, but she and Giselle have never gotten along and she’s tired of always trying to keep the peace. Newly married Chanel is ecstatic to finally have the family she’s craved all her life, but the ongoing feud between her two sisters-in-law threatens that harmony. Meanwhile, Taylor is still trying to find her place in the family after a tragic and unexpected turn in her relationship.
As everything comes to a head during a weeklong anniversary celebration, the truth could tear them apart forever…or bring them together as the sisters they were meant to be.
After almost a decade of marriage, Giselle is still childless with the pangs of jealousy and feelings of inadequacy mounting each day. Kamryn loves her husband’s family, but she and Giselle have never gotten along and she’s tired of always trying to keep the peace. Newly married Chanel is ecstatic to finally have the family she’s craved all her life, but the ongoing feud between her two sisters-in-law threatens that harmony. Meanwhile, Taylor is still trying to find her place in the family after a tragic and unexpected turn in her relationship.
As everything comes to a head during a weeklong anniversary celebration, the truth could tear them apart forever…or bring them together as the sisters they were meant to be.
- GenresFiction
336 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication September 8, 2026
About the author
Sheryl Lister
74 books293 followersSheryl Lister has enjoyed reading and writing for as long as she can remember. She writes contemporary and inspirational romance and romantic suspense. She been nominated for an Emma Award and RT Reviewer’s Choice Award and named BRAB’s 2015 Best New Author. When she’s not reading, writing or playing chauffeur, Sheryl can be found on a date with her husband or in the kitchen creating appetizers and bite-sized desserts.
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Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
⭐ 3.25/5
All My Sisters and Me — Sheryl Lister
ARC Review
The Plot (Spoiler‑Free)
This story follows four sisters/ inlaws who are all carrying their own emotional weight. One is struggling with infertility and resentment, one is tired of always being the peacemaker, one is newly married and trying to protect her peace, and one is rebuilding after heartbreak while trying to fit into an already‑established family. When everyone comes together for a long celebratory family weekend, every buried issue finally rises to the surface.From they we see what forces each woman to confront old wounds, shifting loyalties, and the truth about what it really means to show up for family.
👍🏾My Take
I got the e‑ARC before Black Romance Book Fest, so this book was already on my radar. But when I saw on social media that folks at BRBF 2026 were getting the physical ARC? Oh, my excitement went straight up. And that cover is still everything bold, bright, and impossible to ignore.
One thing I really enjoyed was the multiple POVs. We get perspectives from the everything....couple trying to find their spark again, the newlyweds settling into their rhythm, the sister‑in‑law who cannot stand another sister‑in‑law, and the woman trying to figure out where she fits in this family. I love that kind of layered storytelling. Coming from a big family myself aunties, uncles, cousins everywhere, plus my sister the chaos, the overlapping emotions, the “I love you but you’re getting on my nerves” energy felt familiar in the best way.
Now… Giselle.
I understand trauma. I understand childhood wounds. But the way she acted throughout this story? Immature is the cleanest way to put it. She stayed in victim mode so long I wanted to tap her on the shoulder and tell her to stand up. Maybe she was written to be the character we’re all supposed to side‑eye, but whew, she made it easy.
My only real wish is that I had a little more connection with the ladies/couples themselves. With so many POVs, we get glimpses of everyone’s relationships, but not always enough time to fully sink into each one. Honestly, each sister‑in‑law could’ve carried her own book, and I would’ve happily read all four.
Even with that, I still enjoyed the story. If you love family drama, layered emotions, and watching women navigate messy relationships and personal growth, this is definitely one I’d recommend.
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Muse for the ARC and the opportunity to provide an honest review.
All My Sisters and Me — Sheryl Lister
ARC Review
The Plot (Spoiler‑Free)
This story follows four sisters/ inlaws who are all carrying their own emotional weight. One is struggling with infertility and resentment, one is tired of always being the peacemaker, one is newly married and trying to protect her peace, and one is rebuilding after heartbreak while trying to fit into an already‑established family. When everyone comes together for a long celebratory family weekend, every buried issue finally rises to the surface.From they we see what forces each woman to confront old wounds, shifting loyalties, and the truth about what it really means to show up for family.
👍🏾My Take
I got the e‑ARC before Black Romance Book Fest, so this book was already on my radar. But when I saw on social media that folks at BRBF 2026 were getting the physical ARC? Oh, my excitement went straight up. And that cover is still everything bold, bright, and impossible to ignore.
One thing I really enjoyed was the multiple POVs. We get perspectives from the everything....couple trying to find their spark again, the newlyweds settling into their rhythm, the sister‑in‑law who cannot stand another sister‑in‑law, and the woman trying to figure out where she fits in this family. I love that kind of layered storytelling. Coming from a big family myself aunties, uncles, cousins everywhere, plus my sister the chaos, the overlapping emotions, the “I love you but you’re getting on my nerves” energy felt familiar in the best way.
Now… Giselle.
I understand trauma. I understand childhood wounds. But the way she acted throughout this story? Immature is the cleanest way to put it. She stayed in victim mode so long I wanted to tap her on the shoulder and tell her to stand up. Maybe she was written to be the character we’re all supposed to side‑eye, but whew, she made it easy.
My only real wish is that I had a little more connection with the ladies/couples themselves. With so many POVs, we get glimpses of everyone’s relationships, but not always enough time to fully sink into each one. Honestly, each sister‑in‑law could’ve carried her own book, and I would’ve happily read all four.
Even with that, I still enjoyed the story. If you love family drama, layered emotions, and watching women navigate messy relationships and personal growth, this is definitely one I’d recommend.
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Muse for the ARC and the opportunity to provide an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
2 out of 5 stars
Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC.
The cover, the title, the synopsis; it all seemed like a good story. I was sure that this book was going to be it. Until I finished about 10% of the book and I tried to understand what exactly I was reading...
My main issue were the POV's, there were just too many of them. Which made it really hard to connect to characters or feel the chemistry between the couples. Even the relationships between the family members felt so dull due to the fact that I, as reader, jumped from one POV to the other.
After a while, I barely could follow which character was who. Let alone know what their relationship was to other characters. There was too much going on which made it chaotic.
Even when I loved how raw and true the story felt, I was unable to make a true connection with the characters. Which made me, as a reader, unavailable for the emotional roller coaster that this book could be. I'm character driven and I need more than a plot.
I did like the realistic situations, happenings and bonds. Overall, the story portrays a realistic family and their issues. The beautiful parts are shown, but also the parts which are harder and show that being part of a family can sometimes be hard.
What I liked the most? The writing style. I'm totally a fan of the way Sheryl Lister describes things and how she writes her dialogues. It's soft and when the scènes gat bit harsher, she if able to make it edgy. That way, she kept my attention and pulled me in the story when needed.
The author has a great way of writing, but I feel like the way this story is told; isn't for everybody. It's less character driven and more for those who are into plots that have a complexe way of storytelling.
Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC.
The cover, the title, the synopsis; it all seemed like a good story. I was sure that this book was going to be it. Until I finished about 10% of the book and I tried to understand what exactly I was reading...
My main issue were the POV's, there were just too many of them. Which made it really hard to connect to characters or feel the chemistry between the couples. Even the relationships between the family members felt so dull due to the fact that I, as reader, jumped from one POV to the other.
After a while, I barely could follow which character was who. Let alone know what their relationship was to other characters. There was too much going on which made it chaotic.
Even when I loved how raw and true the story felt, I was unable to make a true connection with the characters. Which made me, as a reader, unavailable for the emotional roller coaster that this book could be. I'm character driven and I need more than a plot.
I did like the realistic situations, happenings and bonds. Overall, the story portrays a realistic family and their issues. The beautiful parts are shown, but also the parts which are harder and show that being part of a family can sometimes be hard.
What I liked the most? The writing style. I'm totally a fan of the way Sheryl Lister describes things and how she writes her dialogues. It's soft and when the scènes gat bit harsher, she if able to make it edgy. That way, she kept my attention and pulled me in the story when needed.
The author has a great way of writing, but I feel like the way this story is told; isn't for everybody. It's less character driven and more for those who are into plots that have a complexe way of storytelling.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Family drama is one of my favorite genres, so I was eager to dive into this story. It turned out to be a decent read that kept me engaged from start to finish. While some aspects felt somewhat predictable, the family dynamics were compelling enough to keep me invested in the outcome.
Much of the story's strength comes from the relationships between the women and the emotions tied to them. Each character brought a different perspective and set of challenges, which made the interactions feel realistic and emotionally charged. Giselle, however, worked every last nerve I had. Although I understood the source of some of her frustrations, she was entirely too grown to be acting the way she did. Her attitude and behavior had me shaking my head more than once, and there were a few moments when I had to step away because I was so annoyed with her choices.
I appreciated how the author explored themes of family, belonging, insecurity, and the complicated emotions that can exist beneath the surface of even the closest relationships. The characters felt distinct, and their struggles added depth to the story without making it feel overly heavy.
Even though I had a sense of where certain things might be headed, I never lost interest in the journey. If you enjoy family centered stories filled with emotion, conflict, and strong personalities, this is a worthwhile read that will likely have you feeling something about every character.
Thanks Netgalley and Harper Muse for the ARC and opportunity to provide an honest review.
Much of the story's strength comes from the relationships between the women and the emotions tied to them. Each character brought a different perspective and set of challenges, which made the interactions feel realistic and emotionally charged. Giselle, however, worked every last nerve I had. Although I understood the source of some of her frustrations, she was entirely too grown to be acting the way she did. Her attitude and behavior had me shaking my head more than once, and there were a few moments when I had to step away because I was so annoyed with her choices.
I appreciated how the author explored themes of family, belonging, insecurity, and the complicated emotions that can exist beneath the surface of even the closest relationships. The characters felt distinct, and their struggles added depth to the story without making it feel overly heavy.
Even though I had a sense of where certain things might be headed, I never lost interest in the journey. If you enjoy family centered stories filled with emotion, conflict, and strong personalities, this is a worthwhile read that will likely have you feeling something about every character.
Thanks Netgalley and Harper Muse for the ARC and opportunity to provide an honest review.
May 8, 2026
2.25/5
Thank you NetGalley, Harper Muse, and Sheryl Lister for gifting me with this ARC to review!
I really wanted to like this one but it unfortunately just didn’t do it for me.
Liked:
-family tensions/blending personalities together. I love a good family drama. It’s always interesting to see how someone gets introduced into an established family unit and has to find their place. I loved Kamryn, Taylor, and Chanel and their friendship.
Disliked:
-Giselle. I genuinely couldn’t stand her as a character. I can’t believe at your grown age you’re acting like that. I understand we all have different trauma responses and everybody childhoods were different but damn. The constant victim mentality and woe is me attitude got old real fast.
-It was hard to connect with any of the couples in the story. We only really saw little bits of their relationships playing out and it just was feeling the love the characters had with each other. I genuinely think if you split this book into 4 separate stories where each “sister-in-law” gets her own story, it would give us the time to actually immerse ourselves into their relationships.
Thank you NetGalley, Harper Muse, and Sheryl Lister for gifting me with this ARC to review!
I really wanted to like this one but it unfortunately just didn’t do it for me.
Liked:
-family tensions/blending personalities together. I love a good family drama. It’s always interesting to see how someone gets introduced into an established family unit and has to find their place. I loved Kamryn, Taylor, and Chanel and their friendship.
Disliked:
-Giselle. I genuinely couldn’t stand her as a character. I can’t believe at your grown age you’re acting like that. I understand we all have different trauma responses and everybody childhoods were different but damn. The constant victim mentality and woe is me attitude got old real fast.
-It was hard to connect with any of the couples in the story. We only really saw little bits of their relationships playing out and it just was feeling the love the characters had with each other. I genuinely think if you split this book into 4 separate stories where each “sister-in-law” gets her own story, it would give us the time to actually immerse ourselves into their relationships.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I received my ARC through Netgalley and was excited to read this one based on the description. Sheryl drew me in early with the instant drama and I was excited to see how the story would unfold.
Giselle’s jealousy blocked her from enjoying new sisterhood with her sisters in law and she had me so mad! It was sweet seeing how the brothers loved their wives in all their different ways. My heart broke for Taylor but her getting her happily ever after in the end was just what I needed.
I loved the story itself but it was hard to follow at times because of the lack of clarity about the change in time. In addition to changing perspectives between the four women, it seemed like each chapter, a year or two had gone by but you wouldn’t know it since most of the chapters don’t include “2 years later” style headings.
One thing I did like about the different points of view was that I was able to see the change in the women as they experience love. I wish there was more depth but overall, I still liked the story.
** I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. **
Giselle’s jealousy blocked her from enjoying new sisterhood with her sisters in law and she had me so mad! It was sweet seeing how the brothers loved their wives in all their different ways. My heart broke for Taylor but her getting her happily ever after in the end was just what I needed.
I loved the story itself but it was hard to follow at times because of the lack of clarity about the change in time. In addition to changing perspectives between the four women, it seemed like each chapter, a year or two had gone by but you wouldn’t know it since most of the chapters don’t include “2 years later” style headings.
One thing I did like about the different points of view was that I was able to see the change in the women as they experience love. I wish there was more depth but overall, I still liked the story.
** I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. **
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Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
3 ⭐️
I knew from the blurb that this would probably be an emotional read, and it definitely was. All My Sisters and Me explores sisterhood in its most basic form. The story was raw and honest. In the way the family relationships can be, the story explored the hurt, tension, and unspoken history that can exist between family who love each other deeply.
What I liked most was how real the relationships felt. It did not give “Hallmark Channel family”. These characters had thoughts and feelings and past hurts that they struggled with. The love, misunderstandings, conflict, and emotional distance all felt incredibly real, which made the story hit even harder. I also felt like the healing wasn’t rushed. It progressed in a natural way that mimicked how real life and relationships are.
Overall, this was a good read about sisterhood, forgiveness, and loving your people through all of it.
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Muse for an advanced reader copy of All My Sisters and Me (publishing September 8, 2026).
I knew from the blurb that this would probably be an emotional read, and it definitely was. All My Sisters and Me explores sisterhood in its most basic form. The story was raw and honest. In the way the family relationships can be, the story explored the hurt, tension, and unspoken history that can exist between family who love each other deeply.
What I liked most was how real the relationships felt. It did not give “Hallmark Channel family”. These characters had thoughts and feelings and past hurts that they struggled with. The love, misunderstandings, conflict, and emotional distance all felt incredibly real, which made the story hit even harder. I also felt like the healing wasn’t rushed. It progressed in a natural way that mimicked how real life and relationships are.
Overall, this was a good read about sisterhood, forgiveness, and loving your people through all of it.
Thank you to NetGalley and Harper Muse for an advanced reader copy of All My Sisters and Me (publishing September 8, 2026).
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
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⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
First, thank you to the author and NetGalley for the gifted copy.
This story really leans into sisterhood, secrets, and the complicated bonds that tie women together even when things aren’t perfect. Each character brings her own layer of emotion, and you can feel the tension, love, and history woven through their relationships. I appreciated how real the dynamics felt messy at times, but honest.
The pacing kept me engaged, and just when I thought I had a handle on things, the story shifted in a way that made me lean in a little more. It’s definitely character-driven, so if you enjoy stories that focus on relationships and personal growth, this one will pull you in.
Overall, a solid read about family, forgiveness, and the things left unsaid.
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
First, thank you to the author and NetGalley for the gifted copy.
This story really leans into sisterhood, secrets, and the complicated bonds that tie women together even when things aren’t perfect. Each character brings her own layer of emotion, and you can feel the tension, love, and history woven through their relationships. I appreciated how real the dynamics felt messy at times, but honest.
The pacing kept me engaged, and just when I thought I had a handle on things, the story shifted in a way that made me lean in a little more. It’s definitely character-driven, so if you enjoy stories that focus on relationships and personal growth, this one will pull you in.
Overall, a solid read about family, forgiveness, and the things left unsaid.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Pub Date: Sep 08 2026
I received a digital ARC of this book from Harper Muse via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
I really enjoyed this book. I remained engaged throughout and was deeply invested in each character’s storyline. The story beautifully explores the relationships between four sisters-in-law over the span of ten years, highlighting how different personalities, changing circumstances, and complex family dynamics can create both conflict and connection within the group.
I received a digital ARC of this book from Harper Muse via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
I really enjoyed this book. I remained engaged throughout and was deeply invested in each character’s storyline. The story beautifully explores the relationships between four sisters-in-law over the span of ten years, highlighting how different personalities, changing circumstances, and complex family dynamics can create both conflict and connection within the group.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This is a story about the family you are born with and the family you choose. It focuses around 4 sisters in law, and one sister feeling like an outcast in family that is trying relentlessly to love her despite her flaws. A story about healing and how we can be our own worst enemy. However, it moved way too fast for me where I felt like I missed parts of the storyline because of the various time jumps throughout the story. It was a bit of a hard read towards the end.
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