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Instead 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.
Instead 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.
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Published September 8, 2026
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Sheryl Lister
77 books327 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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October 9, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you Harper Muse & BookSparks for the #gifted copy in exchange for an honest review!
One family of four brothers have found partners. Giselle was the first, but after a decade of marriage she’s still childless and feeling inadequate. Kamryn is beloved by all, but for some reason she can’t get the chip off of Giselle’s shoulders. Chanel is grateful that she finally has a family that welcomes her. And lastly, Taylor is trying to find her place in the family after an unexpected turn in her relationship. When they’re all together for a weeklong anniversary celebration, will the time together tear them apart or reunite them as sisters?
I honestly really got into the complex family dynamics of four women whose only connection is through their partners but who nonetheless become part of a much larger family. And while they’re all connected through their partners, Sheryl Lister was brilliant to only minimally include the male partners. Not only does it center the voices and perspectives of these four women, it allows for a more layered understanding of their past, present, and future, and how each other fits into that narrative. Focusing on these sisters(-in-law) was such a fun, unique take on family dynamics, and I especially loved the audiobook narration. Each one of the four sisters had a different narrator, which allowed for the story to be even more engaging. It’s definitely not a romance, but better classified as contemporary fiction (or even women’s fiction?). While it was a bit of a slow start for me personally, I found myself becoming so invested in their sisterhood and definitely recommend!
Reviewed as part of an #ARC from BookSparks & #ALC from #NetGalley.
Read this book if you:
🏡 LIVE for the messy family dynamics
👩🏾⚖️ still think about “it’s a Black lady courtroom!”
🕰️ enjoy stories that build over years of grief, trepidation, and resilience
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Thank you Harper Muse & BookSparks for the #gifted copy in exchange for an honest review!
One family of four brothers have found partners. Giselle was the first, but after a decade of marriage she’s still childless and feeling inadequate. Kamryn is beloved by all, but for some reason she can’t get the chip off of Giselle’s shoulders. Chanel is grateful that she finally has a family that welcomes her. And lastly, Taylor is trying to find her place in the family after an unexpected turn in her relationship. When they’re all together for a weeklong anniversary celebration, will the time together tear them apart or reunite them as sisters?
I honestly really got into the complex family dynamics of four women whose only connection is through their partners but who nonetheless become part of a much larger family. And while they’re all connected through their partners, Sheryl Lister was brilliant to only minimally include the male partners. Not only does it center the voices and perspectives of these four women, it allows for a more layered understanding of their past, present, and future, and how each other fits into that narrative. Focusing on these sisters(-in-law) was such a fun, unique take on family dynamics, and I especially loved the audiobook narration. Each one of the four sisters had a different narrator, which allowed for the story to be even more engaging. It’s definitely not a romance, but better classified as contemporary fiction (or even women’s fiction?). While it was a bit of a slow start for me personally, I found myself becoming so invested in their sisterhood and definitely recommend!
Reviewed as part of an #ARC from BookSparks & #ALC from #NetGalley.
Read this book if you:
🏡 LIVE for the messy family dynamics
👩🏾⚖️ still think about “it’s a Black lady courtroom!”
🕰️ enjoy stories that build over years of grief, trepidation, and resilience
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August 23, 2026
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
A heartfelt story about four brothers and the women they love becoming sisters. What I enjoyed most was how each woman had her own story, struggles, and perspective, but those individual stories slowly merged into one larger family story.
There are plenty of complicated family dynamics, moments of tension, and emotional twists, but also so much love, connection, and resilience.
A touching read about love, sisterhood, and the families we build along the way.
A heartfelt story about four brothers and the women they love becoming sisters. What I enjoyed most was how each woman had her own story, struggles, and perspective, but those individual stories slowly merged into one larger family story.
There are plenty of complicated family dynamics, moments of tension, and emotional twists, but also so much love, connection, and resilience.
A touching read about love, sisterhood, and the families we build along the way.
September 23, 2026
I am SO glad I was able to get an Advanced Listener Copy of All My Sisters and Me because this book had my emotions everywhere. I went into it expecting one kind of story and ended up getting something much deeper about sisterhood, family, forgiveness, grief, healing, and all the things we carry with us long after we think we’ve moved on.
At the center of the story are four women connected through the Bradley brothers, and what I loved was that each woman came into this family with her own history, personality, wounds, and way of dealing with life. Nobody was perfect. Nobody had everything figured out. And that made them feel real.
There were definitely moments where I wanted to shake a few people because some of these issues had been sitting there unchecked for FAR too long. 😩 But that was also part of what made the story work for me. Sheryl Lister didn’t write these women as picture-perfect friends or sisters-in-law. She allowed them to be complicated. They could love each other, hurt each other, misunderstand each other, and still have to figure out whether the relationships were worth fighting for.
And baby… Chapter 26. Whew. That is all I am saying. Have your tissues nearby because I was NOT prepared.
I also appreciated how much the story explored the things we inherit emotionally from our families. Some wounds are personal, some are generational, and some have been buried so long that people start treating them like they’re normal. Watching these women confront those things, take accountability, forgive, and learn how to support one another was one of my favorite parts of the book.
Sheryl Lister did her thing with this one. I laughed, got frustrated, got emotional, and by the end I was completely in my feelings. A heartfelt read that reminded me that sometimes sisterhood is built, tested, repaired, and chosen over and over again.
At the center of the story are four women connected through the Bradley brothers, and what I loved was that each woman came into this family with her own history, personality, wounds, and way of dealing with life. Nobody was perfect. Nobody had everything figured out. And that made them feel real.
There were definitely moments where I wanted to shake a few people because some of these issues had been sitting there unchecked for FAR too long. 😩 But that was also part of what made the story work for me. Sheryl Lister didn’t write these women as picture-perfect friends or sisters-in-law. She allowed them to be complicated. They could love each other, hurt each other, misunderstand each other, and still have to figure out whether the relationships were worth fighting for.
And baby… Chapter 26. Whew. That is all I am saying. Have your tissues nearby because I was NOT prepared.
I also appreciated how much the story explored the things we inherit emotionally from our families. Some wounds are personal, some are generational, and some have been buried so long that people start treating them like they’re normal. Watching these women confront those things, take accountability, forgive, and learn how to support one another was one of my favorite parts of the book.
Sheryl Lister did her thing with this one. I laughed, got frustrated, got emotional, and by the end I was completely in my feelings. A heartfelt read that reminded me that sometimes sisterhood is built, tested, repaired, and chosen over and over again.
October 27, 2026
I fear this should have been a Tyler Perry movie.
The story felt too fast paced and I don’t think that works well when focusing on so many characters.
Giselle was also EXTREMELY annoying. I didn’t enjoy her being the focus of the story tbh.
The story felt too fast paced and I don’t think that works well when focusing on so many characters.
Giselle was also EXTREMELY annoying. I didn’t enjoy her being the focus of the story tbh.
August 16, 2026
2.5⭐️
This book wasn't quite the right fit for me. At just over 11 hours of listening time, I found the pacing a bit slow, and I struggled to stay engaged because there wasn't a strong central conflict driving the story forward. The “major” drama occurs near the end of the book and is resolved fairly quickly.
Giselle, who is married to the oldest brother, spends much of the story feeling unhappy and insecure, particularly after Kamryn joins the family. While Kamryn repeatedly tries to build a relationship with her over the years, Giselle struggles to move past her jealousy and resentment. Their long-simmering tension eventually comes to a head at a family gathering, leading to what is intended to be the book's biggest emotional moment, but the resolution felt quick after so much buildup. The epilogue then shows Giselle's personal growth and a more positive future for the family.
I can appreciate the focus on family relationships and character growth, but I found myself skimming chapters to reach the end.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harper Muse for the advanced listening copy in exchange for an honest review.
This book wasn't quite the right fit for me. At just over 11 hours of listening time, I found the pacing a bit slow, and I struggled to stay engaged because there wasn't a strong central conflict driving the story forward. The “major” drama occurs near the end of the book and is resolved fairly quickly.
Giselle, who is married to the oldest brother, spends much of the story feeling unhappy and insecure, particularly after Kamryn joins the family. While Kamryn repeatedly tries to build a relationship with her over the years, Giselle struggles to move past her jealousy and resentment. Their long-simmering tension eventually comes to a head at a family gathering, leading to what is intended to be the book's biggest emotional moment, but the resolution felt quick after so much buildup. The epilogue then shows Giselle's personal growth and a more positive future for the family.
I can appreciate the focus on family relationships and character growth, but I found myself skimming chapters to reach the end.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harper Muse for the advanced listening copy in exchange for 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.
August 17, 2026
This was a messy family drama with a little romance. The story gives soap opera messy. I enjoyed the family dynamic of the brothers it is what brings the sister together. If you like a little unnecessary drama in your story then I recommend this book.
September 28, 2026
4-4.5⭐️ a good ol messy read! Giselle pissed me off 99.01% of the book! But I guess I can appreciate the character development that came during the last 5% of the book 😂 (if we can call it that).
The multiple POVs were also easy to follow… an all around enjoyable read.
The multiple POVs were also easy to follow… an all around enjoyable read.
September 4, 2026
💕 All My Sisters and Me 💕
(( Spoiler-Free Arc Review ))
Title- All My Sisters and Me
Author- Sheryl Lister
Genre- Women’s Fiction
Trope City-
🫶🏻 Family dysfunction
🫶🏻 Grief
🫶🏻 Jealousy
🫶🏻 Feeling Inadequate
🫶🏻 Female Connection
Oh this book had me so deep in my feelings! First, I must say, Mama Yvonne raised some beautiful men. Her 4 sons are the MMCs and they are each so open, understanding, supportive and loyal. I love them all! Each of Mama Yvonne’s sons have married their loved. Each wife brings so many strengths to the family, some of them do it unknowingly. Giselle (FMC) is the first to marry in to the Bradley family. Giselle has untapped trauma that extends deeper than anyone (including her husband) knows. Her mother and sisters have been abusive, manipulative and have used her for money her entire life. She also deals with feelings of abandonment. Kamryn (FMC) is next to marry into the family and doe is quickly. She and her fiancé are only engaged for a few weeks before they’re married. They’re happily in love and the family openly expresses their obsession with her. Taylor marries in to the family next. Her husband is in the military so they spend time apart often. Channel is last to marry in to the Bradley family. Giselle seems to be the only sister in law experiencing regular discomfort. Every event is an inconvenience to her. Every happiness is an annoyance or challenge. It takes a lot of loss and a full explosion to remind Giselle that if she’s not all in on her life and the people she loves, no one else can be. She just needs the help of her sisters to feel her true worth. She’s enough and without her sisters, she would’ve never truly found herself and her happiness.
Thank you BookSparks, Harper Collins and Harper Muse for sharing this with me. This one is a favorite of the year! 💕
(( Spoiler-Free Arc Review ))
Title- All My Sisters and Me
Author- Sheryl Lister
Genre- Women’s Fiction
Trope City-
🫶🏻 Family dysfunction
🫶🏻 Grief
🫶🏻 Jealousy
🫶🏻 Feeling Inadequate
🫶🏻 Female Connection
Oh this book had me so deep in my feelings! First, I must say, Mama Yvonne raised some beautiful men. Her 4 sons are the MMCs and they are each so open, understanding, supportive and loyal. I love them all! Each of Mama Yvonne’s sons have married their loved. Each wife brings so many strengths to the family, some of them do it unknowingly. Giselle (FMC) is the first to marry in to the Bradley family. Giselle has untapped trauma that extends deeper than anyone (including her husband) knows. Her mother and sisters have been abusive, manipulative and have used her for money her entire life. She also deals with feelings of abandonment. Kamryn (FMC) is next to marry into the family and doe is quickly. She and her fiancé are only engaged for a few weeks before they’re married. They’re happily in love and the family openly expresses their obsession with her. Taylor marries in to the family next. Her husband is in the military so they spend time apart often. Channel is last to marry in to the Bradley family. Giselle seems to be the only sister in law experiencing regular discomfort. Every event is an inconvenience to her. Every happiness is an annoyance or challenge. It takes a lot of loss and a full explosion to remind Giselle that if she’s not all in on her life and the people she loves, no one else can be. She just needs the help of her sisters to feel her true worth. She’s enough and without her sisters, she would’ve never truly found herself and her happiness.
Thank you BookSparks, Harper Collins and Harper Muse for sharing this with me. This one is a favorite of the year! 💕
October 17, 2026
Giselle shouldn’t have apologized for SHIT and I stand on that!!!
All My Sisters and me tells the story of the Bradley family, focusing on the four women married into the family, their relationship dynamics, as well as the personal issues each person has in their own nuclear family.
The story is told from the perspective of the four women: Giselle, Taylor, Chanel, and Kamryn and it’s quite fast paced and easy to follow. It’s a story about family, found family, grief, love, and the complexity of it all
Why did I empathize so much with Giselle in this book? I feel like her character is one that’s quite misunderstood by others like Kamyrn who was really in her face and whose entry into the Bradley family caused a lot of tension for Giselle.
When reading this, I just wanted Giselle to feel loved and appreciated and to know that. I think that’s one thing about her story. It’s a different thing to know you’re loved and to feel that you’re loved and appreciated.
Some moments in this story felt monotonous and I even thought that some things felt sped up. The way the men proposed to the ladies felt rushed to me and sometimes unrealistic. At a point, it felt like love-bombing.
Also, the Bradley family is presented as this beacon of togetherness and love but I also felt that some of the members were extremely intrusive and not really empathetic towards the plight of other members of the family.
The story of Giselle is one that I’m sure many women can relate to. To spend over a decade in a family, not having kids, dealing with miscarriages, her infuriating sister-in-law, and all and then having to set boundaries with her toxic mother and sisters… it was just a lot for her and that was an emotional read for me.
Overall, this was a good read. Thank you to @booksparks for the gifted copy!
All My Sisters and me tells the story of the Bradley family, focusing on the four women married into the family, their relationship dynamics, as well as the personal issues each person has in their own nuclear family.
The story is told from the perspective of the four women: Giselle, Taylor, Chanel, and Kamryn and it’s quite fast paced and easy to follow. It’s a story about family, found family, grief, love, and the complexity of it all
Why did I empathize so much with Giselle in this book? I feel like her character is one that’s quite misunderstood by others like Kamyrn who was really in her face and whose entry into the Bradley family caused a lot of tension for Giselle.
When reading this, I just wanted Giselle to feel loved and appreciated and to know that. I think that’s one thing about her story. It’s a different thing to know you’re loved and to feel that you’re loved and appreciated.
Some moments in this story felt monotonous and I even thought that some things felt sped up. The way the men proposed to the ladies felt rushed to me and sometimes unrealistic. At a point, it felt like love-bombing.
Also, the Bradley family is presented as this beacon of togetherness and love but I also felt that some of the members were extremely intrusive and not really empathetic towards the plight of other members of the family.
The story of Giselle is one that I’m sure many women can relate to. To spend over a decade in a family, not having kids, dealing with miscarriages, her infuriating sister-in-law, and all and then having to set boundaries with her toxic mother and sisters… it was just a lot for her and that was an emotional read for me.
Overall, this was a good read. Thank you to @booksparks for the gifted copy!
September 2, 2026
I received this ALC from Libro.fm for my honest review.
I loved this story! We follow four sisters-in-law, Giselle, Taylor, Chanel, and Kamryn, who are all completely different but married into the same family. I loved the multiple POVs and getting to know each of the women and seeing how their relationships with each other developed.
There was drama, jealousy, healing, forgiveness, family gatherings, marriage, friendship, and all the things life can throw at you. Giselle had me irritated within the 1st couple of minutes, but by the end, I understood her a lot more, and I appreciated getting to see her growth.
I especially loved the bond between the women and the way the family showed up for one another. The love and support from the boys’ parents really warmed my heart. It made me think about the kind of family I hope to have with my own children and their future spouses and kids someday. I’ll take all of that family love, just leave the drama at the door, please!
And the audiobook was do good! The narrators did an amazing job bringing each character to life and making all those different POVs easy to follow.
This was such a beautiful family drama about love, relationships, forgiveness, and finding your way through life together. I really enjoyed my time with this one!
I loved this story! We follow four sisters-in-law, Giselle, Taylor, Chanel, and Kamryn, who are all completely different but married into the same family. I loved the multiple POVs and getting to know each of the women and seeing how their relationships with each other developed.
There was drama, jealousy, healing, forgiveness, family gatherings, marriage, friendship, and all the things life can throw at you. Giselle had me irritated within the 1st couple of minutes, but by the end, I understood her a lot more, and I appreciated getting to see her growth.
I especially loved the bond between the women and the way the family showed up for one another. The love and support from the boys’ parents really warmed my heart. It made me think about the kind of family I hope to have with my own children and their future spouses and kids someday. I’ll take all of that family love, just leave the drama at the door, please!
And the audiobook was do good! The narrators did an amazing job bringing each character to life and making all those different POVs easy to follow.
This was such a beautiful family drama about love, relationships, forgiveness, and finding your way through life together. I really enjoyed my time with this one!
October 5, 2026
Thanks to Libro.fm and Harper Muse for the Advanced Listening Copy of the audiobook.
If “the meeting that could have been an email” were a novel. Sisters-in-law Giselle and Kamryn have a nearly decade-long feud, fueled mostly by Giselle's insecurities and baggage created by her own family of origin. Their rivalry finally comes to a head during an anniversary weekend celebration for their mother- and father-in-law, and everything is resolved by...! Given the way Giselle's bitterness had permeated and weighed down the entire novel—even though she was just one of four equal point-of-view characters—I had hoped for more than this anticlimactic resolution.
All My Sisters and Me did not work for me. There were some light moments that were fun and funny, but overall, I found this book tedious. Every scene was a play-by-play, every action and emotion described in excruciating, unnecessary levels of detail. ("[Kamryn] took hers and Mama Yvonne's plates to the kitchen. Giselle picked up hers and followed. She found Kamryn scraping the bones and remnants into the trash, then rinsing the plates and putting them into the dishwasher. She placed hers on the counter." I wouldn't have been surprised if we were told what brand of dishwasher detergent she used and the precise temperature of the water coming from the faucet.) There was no nuance, nothing left to the imagination. Because the Bradleys were perfect, there was also no strong central conflict to propel the story. Instead, most of the action revolved around life milestones (engagements, weddings, pregnancies, etc.). In the months or years between those milestones, the drama between Giselle and Kamryn just festered unaddressed.
If you enjoy straightforward, dialogue-heavy romance and family drama, All My Sisters and Me might work for you. It was not for me.
If “the meeting that could have been an email” were a novel. Sisters-in-law Giselle and Kamryn have a nearly decade-long feud, fueled mostly by Giselle's insecurities and baggage created by her own family of origin. Their rivalry finally comes to a head during an anniversary weekend celebration for their mother- and father-in-law, and everything is resolved by...! Given the way Giselle's bitterness had permeated and weighed down the entire novel—even though she was just one of four equal point-of-view characters—I had hoped for more than this anticlimactic resolution.
All My Sisters and Me did not work for me. There were some light moments that were fun and funny, but overall, I found this book tedious. Every scene was a play-by-play, every action and emotion described in excruciating, unnecessary levels of detail. ("[Kamryn] took hers and Mama Yvonne's plates to the kitchen. Giselle picked up hers and followed. She found Kamryn scraping the bones and remnants into the trash, then rinsing the plates and putting them into the dishwasher. She placed hers on the counter." I wouldn't have been surprised if we were told what brand of dishwasher detergent she used and the precise temperature of the water coming from the faucet.) There was no nuance, nothing left to the imagination. Because the Bradleys were perfect, there was also no strong central conflict to propel the story. Instead, most of the action revolved around life milestones (engagements, weddings, pregnancies, etc.). In the months or years between those milestones, the drama between Giselle and Kamryn just festered unaddressed.
If you enjoy straightforward, dialogue-heavy romance and family drama, All My Sisters and Me might work for you. It was not for me.
October 27, 2026
Giselle was not wrong but Kamryn was, especially for the anniversary dinner.
I don't know if I was supposed to dislike Giselle but there was no real reason not to. Some of her "issues" just didn't make sense. No one like her, no one stood up for her and no one cared enough to even talk to her, imo. For her to be the only "sister" and daughter in law for four years before Kamryn, Taylor and Chanel to come around they excluded and dismissed her very quickly.
I understood her confusion about her place when it came to her mother in law, The way Kamryn accused her of wanting her brother in law was absolutely insane.
But for Giselle to be the "main" sister, the author fave her no qualities, she wasnt "educated", passed on promotions from her job twice, scared to go back to school, difficulties having kids, cant cook and the list goes on. Like damn why write her in this. Everything that happend at the end to be so rushed could have been so lovely for all them to come together and build on their relationships with Giselle and everyone else. I do think its a good story but I questioned how the characted Giselle was written the way it was to the point it felt very personal.
Thanks to Harper Muse via NetGally.
I don't know if I was supposed to dislike Giselle but there was no real reason not to. Some of her "issues" just didn't make sense. No one like her, no one stood up for her and no one cared enough to even talk to her, imo. For her to be the only "sister" and daughter in law for four years before Kamryn, Taylor and Chanel to come around they excluded and dismissed her very quickly.
I understood her confusion about her place when it came to her mother in law, The way Kamryn accused her of wanting her brother in law was absolutely insane.
But for Giselle to be the "main" sister, the author fave her no qualities, she wasnt "educated", passed on promotions from her job twice, scared to go back to school, difficulties having kids, cant cook and the list goes on. Like damn why write her in this. Everything that happend at the end to be so rushed could have been so lovely for all them to come together and build on their relationships with Giselle and everyone else. I do think its a good story but I questioned how the characted Giselle was written the way it was to the point it felt very personal.
Thanks to Harper Muse via NetGally.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 9, 2026
This book unfortunately fell short for me. The romantic relationships felt very rushed and lacked the depth for readers to feel a connection towards them, and i feel like the random time jumps each chapter added to this. After the prologue I assumed that the main conflict would’ve happened a little earlier than it did so we could truly see the sisters work through it but it was resolved quite quickly which made the buildup of drama throughout the book feel anticlimactic.
I wasn’t the biggest fan of the writing style either which is disappointing. I just wish the relationships had more substance since the majority of the book was just showing the respective marriages from the wives pov with random drama from giselle and kamryn sprinkled in.
I appreciate the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this book from netgalley, but unfortunately this one was not for me.
I wasn’t the biggest fan of the writing style either which is disappointing. I just wish the relationships had more substance since the majority of the book was just showing the respective marriages from the wives pov with random drama from giselle and kamryn sprinkled in.
I appreciate the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this book from netgalley, but unfortunately this one was not for me.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 10, 2026
Thank you @booksparks @harpermusebooks for my free copy of All My Sisters and Me and this amazing welcome box as part of the Practical Book Magic 2: BookSparks After Dark fall reading challenge! #FRC2026 #booksparks #harpermuse
𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐌𝐲 𝐒𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞
𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫: 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫
𝐏𝐮𝐛 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
3★
This is a book all about sister-in-laws. All brought together because they married one of the Bradley brothers. The four of them, Chanel, Taylor, Kamryn, and Giselle have never had the best relationship with one another. But all that must change when a tragedy occurs and they are forced to come together and put their feelings towards one another and any past animosity aside. I did appreciation the growth in the women and their ability to build their relationships with one another over time. While one character got on my nerves a bit (I think that was the point), it was still a solid read!
🧡Multiple POVs
🧡Family Dynamics
🧡Grief
🧡Jealousy
🧡Growth and Healing
🧡Sisterhood
𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐌𝐲 𝐒𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞
𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫: 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐥 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫
𝐏𝐮𝐛 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟖, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
3★
This is a book all about sister-in-laws. All brought together because they married one of the Bradley brothers. The four of them, Chanel, Taylor, Kamryn, and Giselle have never had the best relationship with one another. But all that must change when a tragedy occurs and they are forced to come together and put their feelings towards one another and any past animosity aside. I did appreciation the growth in the women and their ability to build their relationships with one another over time. While one character got on my nerves a bit (I think that was the point), it was still a solid read!
🧡Multiple POVs
🧡Family Dynamics
🧡Grief
🧡Jealousy
🧡Growth and Healing
🧡Sisterhood
September 19, 2026
This book is about sisterhood and family and sort of took a different path than I anticipated. You’ll meet four women with varied backgrounds, life experiences, and in different phases of life who are sisters-in-law. They are wives to a very close group of brothers which was tough for me to reconcile since they suffered through a “thorny” relationship with each other…unchecked by the family. The pacing was very slow to me although there were random jumps in time (that seemed a bit choppy); I found myself zoning out with some of the prose and had to reread portions of the story. Surprisingly and gratefully, this book redeemed itself big time by the time I flipped the last page. Lessons in honesty, generational harm, acceptance, grief, healing, and embracing family were main themes that I could really appreciate. I’d recommend this one, but it just wasn’t my favorite.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harper Muse for the advance copy.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harper Muse for the advance copy.
October 5, 2026
Four women bonded together when they each marry a Bradley Brother, will either make the best of friends or arch rivals. For years, Giselle, Kamryn, Chanel and Taylor don’t exactly have the best sister in law vibes but when tragedy strikes, will the women put aside their own personal feelings for the good of the family unit? A page turning saga of family drama, chosen family and the ties that bridge strangers together.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 star read for me)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4 star read for me)
September 28, 2026
All My Sisters and Me reminds you of the good African American contemporary fiction throwback novels of the’90s. Lister does a good job of bringing good, vivid characters that deal with a variety of situations. This book is engaging, fast-paced, and will make readers want to discuss it with other readers. All My Sisters and Me is a quick and entertaining read by Sheryl L. Lister.
September 30, 2026
I’ve been looking forward to this book since meeting Sheryl Lister at BRBF 2026 and hearing the premise. After reading No Reservations, I expected a multi-layered story that tackled womanhood, sisterhood, marriage, and life from all angles. I was not disappointed! Giselle worked my nerves and I hate that it took damn near all of the story for her redemption arc, but I empathized with her. I loved the way family love is portrayed by the Bradleys, the relationship between the Bradley brothers, and the Bradley sisters-in-law, especially Kam, Taylor, and Chanel. Each character’s story was told from one sister’s POV, but we see a lot from Giselle’s POV. There are some sad plot twists, but overall, I enjoyed the story and the Bradley family.
Oh and I enjoyed the audiobook and the four different narrators for the sisters, especially Kam and Taylor!
Oh and I enjoyed the audiobook and the four different narrators for the sisters, especially Kam and Taylor!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I was disappointed. Based on the description and the line “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.” I was expecting us to see events unfold over the week or more interactions in that time frame. However, we immediately jumped back in time and chronologically returned to that intro scene (years later). When we finally return, it’s been so long that the scene is almost repeated verbatim. It felt like I was rereading the same thing instead of getting regrounded in the present.
I had a hard time getting into writing. It was very narrative, and I wasn’t able to connect well with any of the characters. Unlike other reviews, I didn’t have a problem with the POV’s but I had a problem with how repetitive everything felt, especially within conversations (between each main character and their partner) and the character’s internal dialogue. Whichever sister’s POV I was in started with a narration of everything that had happened in the last chunk of time. We didn’t get to see much of it happen or feel the emotions. That sort of thing. There were a lot of sentences that just narrated the character moving about a room, picking up an item, etc.; it felt unnecessary.
With the moving timelines and things, there were moments that things didn’t quite line up, at least to me. (Slight spoiler here) For example: on Chanel and Vincent’s first date (at lunch) right after Taylor and Austin eloped; Chanel’s narration goes, “She listened to him talk about his three brothers and their wives.” Vincent shouldn’t have known that Austen and Taylor were married, and that wording makes it appear otherwise.
Giselle, Kamryn, Chanel, and Taylor were all distinct characters with a lot of depth. That said, they felt static for so much of the novel, which made it hard to continue.
Overall, I think the premise was interesting; I don’t think the book delivered on what it implied it would.
Thank you to Harper Muse and NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions and thoughts are honest and my own.
I had a hard time getting into writing. It was very narrative, and I wasn’t able to connect well with any of the characters. Unlike other reviews, I didn’t have a problem with the POV’s but I had a problem with how repetitive everything felt, especially within conversations (between each main character and their partner) and the character’s internal dialogue. Whichever sister’s POV I was in started with a narration of everything that had happened in the last chunk of time. We didn’t get to see much of it happen or feel the emotions. That sort of thing. There were a lot of sentences that just narrated the character moving about a room, picking up an item, etc.; it felt unnecessary.
With the moving timelines and things, there were moments that things didn’t quite line up, at least to me. (Slight spoiler here) For example: on Chanel and Vincent’s first date (at lunch) right after Taylor and Austin eloped; Chanel’s narration goes, “She listened to him talk about his three brothers and their wives.” Vincent shouldn’t have known that Austen and Taylor were married, and that wording makes it appear otherwise.
Giselle, Kamryn, Chanel, and Taylor were all distinct characters with a lot of depth. That said, they felt static for so much of the novel, which made it hard to continue.
Overall, I think the premise was interesting; I don’t think the book delivered on what it implied it would.
Thank you to Harper Muse and NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions and thoughts are honest and my own.
July 4, 2026
4.5⭐️ (ARC Review) NetGalley
Sometimes the most satisfying part of a story isn’t falling in love with a character—it’s watching them finally get it together. 😂 Giselle worked my last nerve for a good chunk of this book, but I have to give credit where it’s due. Her character growth was genuinely refreshing, and by the end, I appreciated the woman she became.
What I loved most, though, was seeing these sisters-in-law build such a beautiful bond. Their relationship became the heart of the story for me, proving that family isn’t always about where you start, but what you’re willing to build together. Sheryl Lister gave us a heartfelt story about forgiveness, growth, and the power of showing up for one another.
Thank you to the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Sometimes the most satisfying part of a story isn’t falling in love with a character—it’s watching them finally get it together. 😂 Giselle worked my last nerve for a good chunk of this book, but I have to give credit where it’s due. Her character growth was genuinely refreshing, and by the end, I appreciated the woman she became.
What I loved most, though, was seeing these sisters-in-law build such a beautiful bond. Their relationship became the heart of the story for me, proving that family isn’t always about where you start, but what you’re willing to build together. Sheryl Lister gave us a heartfelt story about forgiveness, growth, and the power of showing up for one another.
Thank you to the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
July 8, 2026
Thank you @harpermusebooks for the advanced copy!
Lister delivered on the DRAMA with this one. I had an opportunity to meet her at the Black Romance Book Festival in May and she had a chance to tell readers all about her book and she was spot on. She promised there’d be drama and food and I have to say I was always hungry while reading this lol.
I had a great time chatting about the characters with some lovely bookish ladies and these characters left us a lot to talk about, especially that Giselle. 😑
If I had to critique this book, I could say that I found the story to be unbelievable and I can’t say exactly how without spoiling it. But just know going into it, you’re going to be entertained and you’ll be craving all the delicious food that’s mentioned lol.
Lister delivered on the DRAMA with this one. I had an opportunity to meet her at the Black Romance Book Festival in May and she had a chance to tell readers all about her book and she was spot on. She promised there’d be drama and food and I have to say I was always hungry while reading this lol.
I had a great time chatting about the characters with some lovely bookish ladies and these characters left us a lot to talk about, especially that Giselle. 😑
If I had to critique this book, I could say that I found the story to be unbelievable and I can’t say exactly how without spoiling it. But just know going into it, you’re going to be entertained and you’ll be craving all the delicious food that’s mentioned lol.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
All My Sisters and Me by Sheryl Lister (Sept. 2026) [reading in August]
11h 4m narrated by Carmen Jewel Jones, Ciarra Coburn Hodges, Trei Taylor, and Emana Rachelle, 336 pages
Genre: Women's Fiction, Contemporary Romance
Movie Rating Equivalent: PG-15 for mature themes
Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🥘🍛🍰👰🏿👰🏾♀️👰🏿♂️
Solid Course Meals and a 5-Star Payoff: Heartwarming Family Drama
All My Sisters and Me is the heartwarming family drama I did not know I needed!
While the sitcom-like dialogue in the early chapters and being warped from the beginnings of a vacation to the past kept me in the four-star zone for the first half of the book, returning to the cabin pushed me firmly into five-star territory. This pacing is classic for this author, she serves several solid course meals throughout the story and saves the best dessert for the very end.
Speaking of food, one of my favorite elements of her writing is how deeply relationships are centered around shared meals, and this book is no different. I was pleasantly surprised that instead of a trio of sisters, the plot actually centers on a family with four brothers and the women who marry into the fold (although two have biological sisters). It is a beautiful, realistic portrait of marrying into a tight-knit family and navigating the inevitable drama that comes with it—so much so that I wanted to be part of this family myself.
My only slight critique was with the military backstory, realistically, only 5–9% of enlisted Marines serve a full 20 years, with 85–90% separating before the 10-year mark. So if someone wanted to be a lifer, any other branch would have been a better choice. Beyond that minor logistical detail, the story is pure gold. The story takes its time, but you get to the heart of these characters immediately. Having first discovered Lister through her Firefly Lake series (A Table for Two, A Perfect Pairing, and A Promise of Forever), I continue to be impressed by her gift for crafting realistic relationships for both her female and male characters. I look forward to picking up her next release and diving deeper into her back catalog.
Recommend to others: Absolutely! This is a comforting yet realistic read. If you are a fan of family dramas like those by LaJill Hunt, Robyn Carr, Brenda Jackson, or Kimberla Lawson Roby, but prefer to skip the R-rated details, this story is for you. The writing is superb and the issues are realistic but wholesome.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Harper Muse Audiobooks via NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Featuring: Big Bear Lake, California; Log Cabin, Extended Family Vacation, In-Laws, Multiple POVs, Multiple Timelines, Los Angeles, California; Family Dynamics, Jealousy, Infertility, Oceanside, California; Sex - Off-Camer, Sister-in-Laws, San Diego, California, Wedding Planning, Anniversary Celebration, Sunday Dinners, Insecurities, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Friendships, Redondo Beach, California; Marina del Rey, California; Get-togethers, Christmas, Brothers, Marital Relationships, Sisters, Mother-Daughter Relationships, Issues, Workplace Setting, Author’s Note
Artists for the Soundtrack: Luther Vandross, Maxwell, Beyonce, Will Downing, Stevie Wonder
11h 4m narrated by Carmen Jewel Jones, Ciarra Coburn Hodges, Trei Taylor, and Emana Rachelle, 336 pages
Genre: Women's Fiction, Contemporary Romance
Movie Rating Equivalent: PG-15 for mature themes
Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🥘🍛🍰👰🏿👰🏾♀️👰🏿♂️
Solid Course Meals and a 5-Star Payoff: Heartwarming Family Drama
All My Sisters and Me is the heartwarming family drama I did not know I needed!
While the sitcom-like dialogue in the early chapters and being warped from the beginnings of a vacation to the past kept me in the four-star zone for the first half of the book, returning to the cabin pushed me firmly into five-star territory. This pacing is classic for this author, she serves several solid course meals throughout the story and saves the best dessert for the very end.
Speaking of food, one of my favorite elements of her writing is how deeply relationships are centered around shared meals, and this book is no different. I was pleasantly surprised that instead of a trio of sisters, the plot actually centers on a family with four brothers and the women who marry into the fold (although two have biological sisters). It is a beautiful, realistic portrait of marrying into a tight-knit family and navigating the inevitable drama that comes with it—so much so that I wanted to be part of this family myself.
My only slight critique was with the military backstory, realistically, only 5–9% of enlisted Marines serve a full 20 years, with 85–90% separating before the 10-year mark. So if someone wanted to be a lifer, any other branch would have been a better choice. Beyond that minor logistical detail, the story is pure gold. The story takes its time, but you get to the heart of these characters immediately. Having first discovered Lister through her Firefly Lake series (A Table for Two, A Perfect Pairing, and A Promise of Forever), I continue to be impressed by her gift for crafting realistic relationships for both her female and male characters. I look forward to picking up her next release and diving deeper into her back catalog.
Recommend to others: Absolutely! This is a comforting yet realistic read. If you are a fan of family dramas like those by LaJill Hunt, Robyn Carr, Brenda Jackson, or Kimberla Lawson Roby, but prefer to skip the R-rated details, this story is for you. The writing is superb and the issues are realistic but wholesome.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Harper Muse Audiobooks via NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Featuring: Big Bear Lake, California; Log Cabin, Extended Family Vacation, In-Laws, Multiple POVs, Multiple Timelines, Los Angeles, California; Family Dynamics, Jealousy, Infertility, Oceanside, California; Sex - Off-Camer, Sister-in-Laws, San Diego, California, Wedding Planning, Anniversary Celebration, Sunday Dinners, Insecurities, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Friendships, Redondo Beach, California; Marina del Rey, California; Get-togethers, Christmas, Brothers, Marital Relationships, Sisters, Mother-Daughter Relationships, Issues, Workplace Setting, Author’s Note
Artists for the Soundtrack: Luther Vandross, Maxwell, Beyonce, Will Downing, Stevie Wonder
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I really enjoyed this compelling family drama by Sheryl Lister. The story introduces us to four sisters-in-law - Giselle, Kamryn, Chanel, and Taylor - who have all become part of the Bradley family through marriage. The book opens with the family coming together to celebrate Mr. and Mrs. Bradley’s 40th anniversary, and right away, you can see that this is a close-knit family. The Bradleys have welcomed their daughters-in-law as daughters, and there is clearly a lot of love within this family. But, of course, where there is family, there can also be drama!
And there is definitely some friction, particularly surrounding Giselle. She often feels like an outsider - not only within the Bradley family but, at times, even in her own marriage. There is a lot going on beneath the surface with her, and I found myself particularly drawn to her story.
The anniversary celebration lasts for an entire week, but as the story progresses, the couples eventually return to their everyday lives. This is very much a character-driven story, and I enjoyed getting to know each of the couples through the multiple POVs. We see how their individual relationships work, what challenges they face, and how their personal struggles can affect the entire family.
Of the four women, Giselle definitely stood out to me. She has a husband who loves her, yet something inside her is broken, and she is clearly unhappy. Her attitude sometimes creates friction within the family, but I really liked the way Mrs. Bradley handled Giselle and some of the other difficult situations that arose. There is something special about a woman who knows when to step in - and when to simply give someone the space they need.
Kamryn reminded me a lot of myself because she is the peacekeeper. And with four sisters of my own, I could definitely relate to that! Then there is Chanel, who has just married into the family. Being part of the Bradleys gives her the opportunity to experience something she hasn’t really known before: what it feels like to be part of a loving, supportive family. Taylor, meanwhile, is dealing with a personal tragedy that leaves her uncertain about what her future should look like.
What I especially enjoyed about this book is how relatable the family dynamics felt. These women have very different personalities and experiences, but their stories all come together to create a bigger picture of marriage, family, hurt, healing, and love.
I very much enjoyed All My Sisters and Me. It was an engaging and relatable read, and I loved watching these women - and this family - navigate their complicated relationships. And the narration was wonderfully done, bringing the different characters and their stories to life.
Many thanks to Harper Muse and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
And there is definitely some friction, particularly surrounding Giselle. She often feels like an outsider - not only within the Bradley family but, at times, even in her own marriage. There is a lot going on beneath the surface with her, and I found myself particularly drawn to her story.
The anniversary celebration lasts for an entire week, but as the story progresses, the couples eventually return to their everyday lives. This is very much a character-driven story, and I enjoyed getting to know each of the couples through the multiple POVs. We see how their individual relationships work, what challenges they face, and how their personal struggles can affect the entire family.
Of the four women, Giselle definitely stood out to me. She has a husband who loves her, yet something inside her is broken, and she is clearly unhappy. Her attitude sometimes creates friction within the family, but I really liked the way Mrs. Bradley handled Giselle and some of the other difficult situations that arose. There is something special about a woman who knows when to step in - and when to simply give someone the space they need.
Kamryn reminded me a lot of myself because she is the peacekeeper. And with four sisters of my own, I could definitely relate to that! Then there is Chanel, who has just married into the family. Being part of the Bradleys gives her the opportunity to experience something she hasn’t really known before: what it feels like to be part of a loving, supportive family. Taylor, meanwhile, is dealing with a personal tragedy that leaves her uncertain about what her future should look like.
What I especially enjoyed about this book is how relatable the family dynamics felt. These women have very different personalities and experiences, but their stories all come together to create a bigger picture of marriage, family, hurt, healing, and love.
I very much enjoyed All My Sisters and Me. It was an engaging and relatable read, and I loved watching these women - and this family - navigate their complicated relationships. And the narration was wonderfully done, bringing the different characters and their stories to life.
Many thanks to Harper Muse and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
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.
October 26, 2026
Book rating: 3.75⭐️
Genre: family drama
Themes: Sisterhood, connection, healing, judgment, love
This is a story of sisters-in-law who become sisters of the heart. It starts off as different love stories to four brother within the most wonderful, loving and supportive family. What follows is a soapy drama between those who married into the family and don’t quite get along, creating tension between the brothers and a volcano ready to erupt.
Giselle was the first to get married and brings a lot of childhood trauma and judgemental self-talk into the equation. When Kamryn enters the scene, she is everything Giselle is not. Slender, successful in school and the workplace, visible in her affection and a great chef, Kamryn gets under Giselle’s skin and the green giant of jealousy rears its ugly head. As Taylor and Chanel quickly followed suit, the three have an instant connection that progresses into a supportive and loving sisterhood. Meanwhile Giselle feels like she is once again on the outside, just like she is with the sisters she was born to. When their in laws have an anniversary getaway planned for the whole family, small slights and hurt feelings turn into anger and agression. It is the linchpin that will either tears them apart or bring them together.
I liked that each of the women had their own stories and struggles. The characters felt real and with four personalities there is something for everyone to relate to. Flailing self confidence and comparisons to peers or siblings is a feeling that most have had to contend with at some point in their lives and these growing pains were turned into multiple love stories with a partner, a family and with sisters.
I appreciated the individual character arcs and found all of the men to be so respectful and adoring. I wanted to be a part of the Bradley family, and I certainly wanted to sample some of that food! It was heartfelt and compelling, but I was left wanting more from each of the women. It almost felt like this could be turned into a four part series given that it outlined most of the relationships to leave readers with an impression rather than a deep feeling.
Thank you to @Booksparks for the gifted book as part of Practical Book Magic #FRC2026
Genre: family drama
Themes: Sisterhood, connection, healing, judgment, love
This is a story of sisters-in-law who become sisters of the heart. It starts off as different love stories to four brother within the most wonderful, loving and supportive family. What follows is a soapy drama between those who married into the family and don’t quite get along, creating tension between the brothers and a volcano ready to erupt.
Giselle was the first to get married and brings a lot of childhood trauma and judgemental self-talk into the equation. When Kamryn enters the scene, she is everything Giselle is not. Slender, successful in school and the workplace, visible in her affection and a great chef, Kamryn gets under Giselle’s skin and the green giant of jealousy rears its ugly head. As Taylor and Chanel quickly followed suit, the three have an instant connection that progresses into a supportive and loving sisterhood. Meanwhile Giselle feels like she is once again on the outside, just like she is with the sisters she was born to. When their in laws have an anniversary getaway planned for the whole family, small slights and hurt feelings turn into anger and agression. It is the linchpin that will either tears them apart or bring them together.
I liked that each of the women had their own stories and struggles. The characters felt real and with four personalities there is something for everyone to relate to. Flailing self confidence and comparisons to peers or siblings is a feeling that most have had to contend with at some point in their lives and these growing pains were turned into multiple love stories with a partner, a family and with sisters.
I appreciated the individual character arcs and found all of the men to be so respectful and adoring. I wanted to be a part of the Bradley family, and I certainly wanted to sample some of that food! It was heartfelt and compelling, but I was left wanting more from each of the women. It almost felt like this could be turned into a four part series given that it outlined most of the relationships to leave readers with an impression rather than a deep feeling.
Thank you to @Booksparks for the gifted book as part of Practical Book Magic #FRC2026
Review of advance copy
All My Sisters and Me is a moving story about four women brought together through marriage, and the complex dynamics that come along with becoming chosen family.
I enjoyed following the four sisters-in-law and their husbands throughout a decade life experiences from dating and marriage to growing families and experiencing loss. From the moment I was introduced to the main characters of Giselle, Kamryn, Taylor and Chanel as they married into the Bradley family, I wanted to know them more -- particularly Giselle, whom the story seems to truly be about.
While the story is told through all four of the sisters' points-of-view, I never really felt like I knew enough about any of them to connect on a deeper level. (In fact, I found myself wishing this was an interconnected series of books following each of the sisters individually.)
The middle of the book was slow moving, with several large time jumps that felt abrupt, and the main conflict in the story didn't really come to a head until the last few chapters. Then that conflict was resolved too quickly and cleanly, in my opinion.
That being said, I found Giselle's final acknowledgement of the impact of her past on her relationship with Kamryn and her other sisters-in-law to be really moving. I only wish we'd seen her struggling with that impact and their conflict a bit more throughout the book rather than being given very small glimpses without much context or contemplation.
My favorite parts of this story were the family dinners and getting to see the love and acceptance this family had for one another, along with watching the couples' relationships develop and evolve. I only wish there'd been more exploration and development of the relationships between the sisters, as well.
All in all, I found this to be a heartfelt story about the complexities of family dynamics, the power of sisterhood, and the struggle to overcome childhood trauma.
3⭐️/5
Read if you like:
★ Family drama
★ Multiple POVs
★ Sisterhood
★ Hurt/comfort
Thank you to Harper Muse, Book Sparks and the author for an early print copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
I enjoyed following the four sisters-in-law and their husbands throughout a decade life experiences from dating and marriage to growing families and experiencing loss. From the moment I was introduced to the main characters of Giselle, Kamryn, Taylor and Chanel as they married into the Bradley family, I wanted to know them more -- particularly Giselle, whom the story seems to truly be about.
While the story is told through all four of the sisters' points-of-view, I never really felt like I knew enough about any of them to connect on a deeper level. (In fact, I found myself wishing this was an interconnected series of books following each of the sisters individually.)
The middle of the book was slow moving, with several large time jumps that felt abrupt, and the main conflict in the story didn't really come to a head until the last few chapters. Then that conflict was resolved too quickly and cleanly, in my opinion.
That being said, I found Giselle's final acknowledgement of the impact of her past on her relationship with Kamryn and her other sisters-in-law to be really moving. I only wish we'd seen her struggling with that impact and their conflict a bit more throughout the book rather than being given very small glimpses without much context or contemplation.
My favorite parts of this story were the family dinners and getting to see the love and acceptance this family had for one another, along with watching the couples' relationships develop and evolve. I only wish there'd been more exploration and development of the relationships between the sisters, as well.
All in all, I found this to be a heartfelt story about the complexities of family dynamics, the power of sisterhood, and the struggle to overcome childhood trauma.
3⭐️/5
Read if you like:
★ Family drama
★ Multiple POVs
★ Sisterhood
★ Hurt/comfort
Thank you to Harper Muse, Book Sparks and the author for an early print copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 7, 2026
For obvious reasons, writing book blurbs is hard work. I imagine you never know how much to reveal; on the other hand, how much is not enough? But I have rarely seen a book blurb miss its mark completely, and I don’t necessarily mean this in a bad way. See, the title will have you believe that this is a story about four sisters, albeit by marriage, and while it definitely revolves around the lives of Giselle, Taylor, Kamryn and Chanel, it never lets us forget that the only reason those four women found each other is because of the brothers they’re married to, and there was simply too much romance for me right from the get-go. So, let’s get this out of the way before I continue - if you’re not a fan of sappy sentences, gooey gushing and cliché catchphrases, maybe skip this one.
My second biggest issue with this story was that a lot of thoughts and descriptions seemed unfinished and somehow hasty, almost as if an idea doesn’t truly have the time to develop properly before it gets bulldozed by another; that being said, herein also lies the genius of this book - all of the haphazardly laid out POVs also make you excited for the many things that are going on at the same time, and before you know it, you catch yourself eagerly turning the pages, waiting to see how the latest dramatic twist will sort itself out.
I did enjoy the fact that the main characters were fleshed out right from the start so you can form an opinion about them pretty quickly; the characters that grow on you soon feel like old friends, while the ones who don’t truly give you plenty of reasons to profoundly dislike them (or her, as the case may be). Unfortunately, the ending was not really what I expected (I mean - it was, it totally was, which is why I was hoping the author would go in another direction); with all that being said, the book was still a lovely distraction, but while I’m not sorry I read it, it just wasn’t exactly what I pictured going in.
Thank you to NetGalley, Harper Muse and Sheryl Lister for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
My second biggest issue with this story was that a lot of thoughts and descriptions seemed unfinished and somehow hasty, almost as if an idea doesn’t truly have the time to develop properly before it gets bulldozed by another; that being said, herein also lies the genius of this book - all of the haphazardly laid out POVs also make you excited for the many things that are going on at the same time, and before you know it, you catch yourself eagerly turning the pages, waiting to see how the latest dramatic twist will sort itself out.
I did enjoy the fact that the main characters were fleshed out right from the start so you can form an opinion about them pretty quickly; the characters that grow on you soon feel like old friends, while the ones who don’t truly give you plenty of reasons to profoundly dislike them (or her, as the case may be). Unfortunately, the ending was not really what I expected (I mean - it was, it totally was, which is why I was hoping the author would go in another direction); with all that being said, the book was still a lovely distraction, but while I’m not sorry I read it, it just wasn’t exactly what I pictured going in.
Thank you to NetGalley, Harper Muse and Sheryl Lister for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
3.5⭐️ All My Sisters and Me is a story about four sisters-in-law learning to navigate one another, their relationships, and their individual complexities. This story captivated me from the very beginning. Early on, I found myself asking, “What is up with Giselle?” She legit worked my nerves throughout this entire book!
When you take a deeper look at Giselle’s family dynamics and how they shaped who she became as an adult, it was understandable why she moved the way she did. HOWEVER, at some point, you have to be willing to take accountability for the person you are now and unfortunately, Giselle struggled with that until about 93% into the book.
Kamryn, Chanel, and Taylor were incredibly patient with her. The four brothers Austin, Tariq, Vincent, and Shawn (Giselle’s husband) were patient too. I really enjoyed the found family aspect of this story and how welcoming the brothers’ parents were to the ladies. They ate good, fellowshipped often, and genuinely seemed to enjoy being together. I loved how close-knit they all were.
With all of that said, this is exactly why Giselle’s behavior baffled me so much. Everyone was kind and welcoming to her, yet she allowed so much time to be wasted listening to her irrational thoughts and allowing fear to cripple her. Did I have compassion for Giselle? YES. Her own family did a number on her, and I could understand how those experiences affected her. But girl… STAND UP!
I applauded Kamryn and the way she moved when everything was said and done because, once again, Giselle needed to take accountability.
Overall, I enjoyed the family dynamics, the found-family element, and watching these women navigate their relationships with one another. Giselle tested my patience, but she definitely gave me something to talk about!
This is a compelling family story filled with love, complicated relationships, patience, accountability, and just enough drama to keep me turning the pages.
Thank you Netgalley and Harper Muse for the Advance Reader Copy. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
When you take a deeper look at Giselle’s family dynamics and how they shaped who she became as an adult, it was understandable why she moved the way she did. HOWEVER, at some point, you have to be willing to take accountability for the person you are now and unfortunately, Giselle struggled with that until about 93% into the book.
Kamryn, Chanel, and Taylor were incredibly patient with her. The four brothers Austin, Tariq, Vincent, and Shawn (Giselle’s husband) were patient too. I really enjoyed the found family aspect of this story and how welcoming the brothers’ parents were to the ladies. They ate good, fellowshipped often, and genuinely seemed to enjoy being together. I loved how close-knit they all were.
With all of that said, this is exactly why Giselle’s behavior baffled me so much. Everyone was kind and welcoming to her, yet she allowed so much time to be wasted listening to her irrational thoughts and allowing fear to cripple her. Did I have compassion for Giselle? YES. Her own family did a number on her, and I could understand how those experiences affected her. But girl… STAND UP!
I applauded Kamryn and the way she moved when everything was said and done because, once again, Giselle needed to take accountability.
Overall, I enjoyed the family dynamics, the found-family element, and watching these women navigate their relationships with one another. Giselle tested my patience, but she definitely gave me something to talk about!
This is a compelling family story filled with love, complicated relationships, patience, accountability, and just enough drama to keep me turning the pages.
Thank you Netgalley and Harper Muse for the Advance Reader Copy. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own
3.5 stars rounded up.
I am always invested in books that involve family relationships/ drama so I was super excited to receive an advanced copy of All My Sisters and Me. I loved the sibling dynamics within the story and the underlining themes regarding how we adapt to new families differently and how trauma can affect us. There are a lot of characters and multiple POVs, which may get overwhelming, but personally I enjoyed it, as we got to see how each sister processes emotions and what family means to each them. As someone with a big family, the many personalities and loudness felt real.
Where I struggled: I felt as though the pacing was a bit off.... the middle slightly dragged and felt repetitive but then a lot happened in the last 20 percent. I also think the book became a bit confusing with its time jumps, I wasn't fully clear on where we were at in the timeline/how much time had passed since the previous chapter. I wish the chapters included dates, as I think it would have made this a bit more clear.
Giselle was super immature, and I couldn't tell if she was meant to be redeemable or not? Either way, she really aggravated me and not in an entertaining way. I also think the resolution happened too quickly and there could have been more breadth. That said, the epilogue was really sweet and made me tear up a bit. I loved the other sisters (Kamryn, Chanel and Taylor), though, Mamma Yvonne was my favorite character. I loved how motherly and accepting she was, and I just wanted to give her a hug. As an aside, this book made me HUNGRY, I loved the incorporation of cooking and the details of each meal, everything seemed so delicious.
Overall I wish there was a bit more depth and tighter pacing, however this was an enjoyable read, delivering on family drama and relationships!
3.5 stars rounded up.
I am always invested in books that involve family relationships/ drama so I was super excited to receive an advanced copy of All My Sisters and Me. I loved the sibling dynamics within the story and the underlining themes regarding how we adapt to new families differently and how trauma can affect us. There are a lot of characters and multiple POVs, which may get overwhelming, but personally I enjoyed it, as we got to see how each sister processes emotions and what family means to each them. As someone with a big family, the many personalities and loudness felt real.
Where I struggled: I felt as though the pacing was a bit off.... the middle slightly dragged and felt repetitive but then a lot happened in the last 20 percent. I also think the book became a bit confusing with its time jumps, I wasn't fully clear on where we were at in the timeline/how much time had passed since the previous chapter. I wish the chapters included dates, as I think it would have made this a bit more clear.
Giselle was super immature, and I couldn't tell if she was meant to be redeemable or not? Either way, she really aggravated me and not in an entertaining way. I also think the resolution happened too quickly and there could have been more breadth. That said, the epilogue was really sweet and made me tear up a bit. I loved the other sisters (Kamryn, Chanel and Taylor), though, Mamma Yvonne was my favorite character. I loved how motherly and accepting she was, and I just wanted to give her a hug. As an aside, this book made me HUNGRY, I loved the incorporation of cooking and the details of each meal, everything seemed so delicious.
Overall I wish there was a bit more depth and tighter pacing, however this was an enjoyable read, delivering on family drama and relationships!
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