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The Other Sister
Celeste left her sister behind. Now she’s coming home…
Dr. Celeste Monroe seems to have the perfect life—a thriving psychology practice, bestselling self-help books, and the respect of her peers.
But when patient Daniel St. Clair begins stalking her and releases doctored recordings of their sessions which go viral, Celeste's career crumbles overnight. As death threats flood in and her reputation disintegrates, she realises that what’s happening in the present may be linked to her own troubled past.
When Celeste was fourteen, her abusive mother was murdered. Celeste testified that her twin sister Leah was the killer and Leah was incarcerated in a mental institution.
Now, under intense scrutiny, Celeste’s past is coming back to haunt her. What really happened the night her mother died? Did Celeste know more than she said? Someone out there seems to think she did and now they’re threatening to destroy her.
As Celeste's world spirals and her memory begins to fracture, she must confront a terrifying question: What if the fugue states she's suffered since childhood have been hiding a truth far darker than she ever imagined?
The Other Sister - the terrifying psychological thriller by the best-selling author of The Stepfather and Not My Mother.
Dr. Celeste Monroe seems to have the perfect life—a thriving psychology practice, bestselling self-help books, and the respect of her peers.
But when patient Daniel St. Clair begins stalking her and releases doctored recordings of their sessions which go viral, Celeste's career crumbles overnight. As death threats flood in and her reputation disintegrates, she realises that what’s happening in the present may be linked to her own troubled past.
When Celeste was fourteen, her abusive mother was murdered. Celeste testified that her twin sister Leah was the killer and Leah was incarcerated in a mental institution.
Now, under intense scrutiny, Celeste’s past is coming back to haunt her. What really happened the night her mother died? Did Celeste know more than she said? Someone out there seems to think she did and now they’re threatening to destroy her.
As Celeste's world spirals and her memory begins to fracture, she must confront a terrifying question: What if the fugue states she's suffered since childhood have been hiding a truth far darker than she ever imagined?
The Other Sister - the terrifying psychological thriller by the best-selling author of The Stepfather and Not My Mother.
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Published January 18, 2026
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January 2, 2026
The Other Sister starts with intensity setting the stage with buried secrets, a tragic past, and a mysterious stalker. The story was engaging although slightly predictable as the plot unfolded. I would have liked to learn more about the sisters' lives with their mother and to get a peek into the experiments that were conducted. It was still an engaging read that kept me interested until the satisfying conclusion. Thank you Booksprout and Inkubator Books for my ARC.
December 14, 2025
The Other Sister by Theo Baxter. Publish date Jan 18, 2026.
This book starts out with a set of twins who were used by their mother as a science experiment through throughout their childhood. (Don’t skip the prologue on this book). The author does a really good job at character building and building their backstory as he goes and sets the stage for the twist and turns that come ahead. I read many suspense/thrillers and psychological/thrillers and I felt like he did very good at keeping you guessing at what was happening. It’s a good read with a good and new storyline that stands out from the “same ole” stories we seem to find on repeat. I love the way the author chose to take this story. Although there are mixed reviews about the desire to hear more about how the mom experimented on the kids, as you follow the story you realize he couldn’t have told you that entire story without ruining the ending. I think he did a great job in deciding the direction to take this book.
Content rating on this book is great. There is minimal profanity, no sex and nudity, and no smut. Even the violence in this book is minimal without taking away from the story
I give this a solid ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
I received a complimentary digital ARC of this book via NetGalley. Thank you to Inkubator Books Publishing and the author, for the opportunity to read and review this title prior to publication. As always, the opinions expressed in this review are my own.
This book starts out with a set of twins who were used by their mother as a science experiment through throughout their childhood. (Don’t skip the prologue on this book). The author does a really good job at character building and building their backstory as he goes and sets the stage for the twist and turns that come ahead. I read many suspense/thrillers and psychological/thrillers and I felt like he did very good at keeping you guessing at what was happening. It’s a good read with a good and new storyline that stands out from the “same ole” stories we seem to find on repeat. I love the way the author chose to take this story. Although there are mixed reviews about the desire to hear more about how the mom experimented on the kids, as you follow the story you realize he couldn’t have told you that entire story without ruining the ending. I think he did a great job in deciding the direction to take this book.
Content rating on this book is great. There is minimal profanity, no sex and nudity, and no smut. Even the violence in this book is minimal without taking away from the story
I give this a solid ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.
I received a complimentary digital ARC of this book via NetGalley. Thank you to Inkubator Books Publishing and the author, for the opportunity to read and review this title prior to publication. As always, the opinions expressed in this review are my own.
January 19, 2026
I would like to thank Inkubator books and Theo Baxter for an ARC copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
2.5 ⭐- while the premise of this book sounds so good and exciting. It just didn't work for me, the plot felt very predictable. It's a shame cause I l really loved his earlier work "In Her shadow"
2.5 ⭐- while the premise of this book sounds so good and exciting. It just didn't work for me, the plot felt very predictable. It's a shame cause I l really loved his earlier work "In Her shadow"
January 31, 2026
Although fictional, The Other Sister does a great job reminding you that psychiatrists and therapists are human too — people who may carry their own demons, past traumas, and internal struggles while trying to help others heal.
The story starts off very strong and immediately pulled me in. The characters were initially quite likeable and the psychological conversations were filled with depth and thought-provoking questions.
Unfortunately the middle and ending went a bit downhill from there. The MC shifts from a level-headed psychiatrist to someone increasingly consumed by obsession and revenge.
While there is a valid explanation for this shift, I didn’t fully connect with the DID element. The ending was also very predictable and felt a bit anticlimactic, especially after such a promising and powerful buildup.
That said, the premise itself was compelling and the story kept me engaged overall. I’m definitely interested in checking out more from this author!
Thank you to NetGalley and Inkubator Books for providing a copy of this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The story starts off very strong and immediately pulled me in. The characters were initially quite likeable and the psychological conversations were filled with depth and thought-provoking questions.
Unfortunately the middle and ending went a bit downhill from there. The MC shifts from a level-headed psychiatrist to someone increasingly consumed by obsession and revenge.
While there is a valid explanation for this shift, I didn’t fully connect with the DID element. The ending was also very predictable and felt a bit anticlimactic, especially after such a promising and powerful buildup.
That said, the premise itself was compelling and the story kept me engaged overall. I’m definitely interested in checking out more from this author!
Thank you to NetGalley and Inkubator Books for providing a copy of this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 20, 2026
As young girls, sisters Celeste and Leah were subjects in their mother’s scientific experiments. When their mother is murdered, fourteen-year-old Celeste testifies that Leah did it, sending her sister to prison. Fast-forward years later and Celeste is now a successful psychologist and author, seemingly with everything going for her — until one of her patients turns into a stalker and starts publicly destroying her reputation.
As the attacks escalate, Celeste is forced to revisit the night her mother died and question whether her memories — and testimony — were actually true. Slowly, doubt creeps in, and the possibility that her sister may be innocent becomes harder to ignore.
While I usually enjoy Theo Baxter’s books, this one felt a bit predictable, which made the pacing drag in places. The short chapters helped keep things moving, and the limited cast made it easy to follow, but I never felt fully surprised by where the story was heading. Interesting concept, solid execution, just not one that totally pulled me in.
As the attacks escalate, Celeste is forced to revisit the night her mother died and question whether her memories — and testimony — were actually true. Slowly, doubt creeps in, and the possibility that her sister may be innocent becomes harder to ignore.
While I usually enjoy Theo Baxter’s books, this one felt a bit predictable, which made the pacing drag in places. The short chapters helped keep things moving, and the limited cast made it easy to follow, but I never felt fully surprised by where the story was heading. Interesting concept, solid execution, just not one that totally pulled me in.
January 3, 2026
✨ ARC REVIEW ✨
Title: The Other Sister
Author: Theo Baxter
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Topics: Generational trauma, sibling rivalry & twin dynamics, mental health & identity, stalking & professional ethics, modern cancel culture & online harassment
Publication Date: 01/18/26
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Format: Advanced Release Copy (ARC)
Thank you to @NetGalley, Inkubator Books, and Theo Baxter for my ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
Celeste Monroe has spent her adult life carefully constructing a polished image—best-selling author, respected psychologist, the woman who has everything under control. But when a former patient turns stalker and releases manipulated recordings of their therapy sessions online, her life implodes overnight. As threats mount and her reputation unravels, Celeste is forced to confront the one thing she’s spent decades avoiding: the night her abusive mother was murdered. Years ago, Celeste testified that her twin sister, Leah, was responsible. Now, with her past resurfacing and her memory beginning to fracture, she’s no longer certain what she truly remembers—or what she may have buried. Someone believes Celeste is hiding the truth, and they’re determined to expose it.
What worked so well for me was the psychological tension. This isn’t a fast-paced, shock-driven thriller—it’s a slow, unsettling unraveling. The story plays with memory, guilt, and identity in a way that constantly keeps you questioning what’s real and what’s been suppressed. The exploration of fugue states and fractured memory felt genuinely chilling, especially as Celeste’s sense of self begins to erode.
The tension builds beautifully. Just when I thought I understood what happened between Celeste and Leah, the story twisted in subtle but effective ways that made me question everything again. Their sister dynamic is dark, complicated, and emotionally charged—exactly the kind of psychological conflict I love. The way past and present bleed into each other creates an eerie, fog-like atmosphere that fits the story perfectly.
I also appreciated how firmly this book lives in moral gray areas. No one is easy to understand or judge, and that ambiguity is what made the story linger with me. It’s tense, emotionally heavy, and quietly disturbing—the kind of thriller that creeps under your skin rather than relying on constant shocks.
If you enjoy thrillers that explore unreliable memory, family secrets, and that creeping sense that something here is very wrong, this one absolutely delivers.
Huge thanks again to NetGalley and Inkubator Books—this was an addictive, thought-provoking read.
Title: The Other Sister
Author: Theo Baxter
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Topics: Generational trauma, sibling rivalry & twin dynamics, mental health & identity, stalking & professional ethics, modern cancel culture & online harassment
Publication Date: 01/18/26
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Format: Advanced Release Copy (ARC)
Thank you to @NetGalley, Inkubator Books, and Theo Baxter for my ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
Celeste Monroe has spent her adult life carefully constructing a polished image—best-selling author, respected psychologist, the woman who has everything under control. But when a former patient turns stalker and releases manipulated recordings of their therapy sessions online, her life implodes overnight. As threats mount and her reputation unravels, Celeste is forced to confront the one thing she’s spent decades avoiding: the night her abusive mother was murdered. Years ago, Celeste testified that her twin sister, Leah, was responsible. Now, with her past resurfacing and her memory beginning to fracture, she’s no longer certain what she truly remembers—or what she may have buried. Someone believes Celeste is hiding the truth, and they’re determined to expose it.
What worked so well for me was the psychological tension. This isn’t a fast-paced, shock-driven thriller—it’s a slow, unsettling unraveling. The story plays with memory, guilt, and identity in a way that constantly keeps you questioning what’s real and what’s been suppressed. The exploration of fugue states and fractured memory felt genuinely chilling, especially as Celeste’s sense of self begins to erode.
The tension builds beautifully. Just when I thought I understood what happened between Celeste and Leah, the story twisted in subtle but effective ways that made me question everything again. Their sister dynamic is dark, complicated, and emotionally charged—exactly the kind of psychological conflict I love. The way past and present bleed into each other creates an eerie, fog-like atmosphere that fits the story perfectly.
I also appreciated how firmly this book lives in moral gray areas. No one is easy to understand or judge, and that ambiguity is what made the story linger with me. It’s tense, emotionally heavy, and quietly disturbing—the kind of thriller that creeps under your skin rather than relying on constant shocks.
If you enjoy thrillers that explore unreliable memory, family secrets, and that creeping sense that something here is very wrong, this one absolutely delivers.
Huge thanks again to NetGalley and Inkubator Books—this was an addictive, thought-provoking read.
January 22, 2026
Celeste had a traumatic upbringing with her twin, with their mother treating them like lab rats. 😢 Everything changed the day Celeste’s twin, Leah, ended up killing their monstrous mother. Celeste was placed in foster care and raised by loving foster parents, while Leah spent her childhood in a psychiatric hospital until she turned 18. 😬
Determined to make a better life for herself, Celeste became a psychiatrist, dedicating her career to helping patients with mental health issues. 🙌🏼
Celeste’s life has been thrown into chaos ever since her new patient, Daniel, arrived. 🤯
Daniel is hell-bent on destroying Celeste’s career because of her past, and she’s desperate to uncover why he’s targeting her… 🤔
This book is packed with twists and turns that completely dropped my jaw! I never saw any of them coming! 😱
This is the first book I’ve read by Theo, and I can safely say I’ll be seeking out every one of his books… 📚👀
Thank you to Theo and the lovely Zoe from Zooloo Book Tours for letting me participate in this tour. ♥️
Determined to make a better life for herself, Celeste became a psychiatrist, dedicating her career to helping patients with mental health issues. 🙌🏼
Celeste’s life has been thrown into chaos ever since her new patient, Daniel, arrived. 🤯
Daniel is hell-bent on destroying Celeste’s career because of her past, and she’s desperate to uncover why he’s targeting her… 🤔
This book is packed with twists and turns that completely dropped my jaw! I never saw any of them coming! 😱
This is the first book I’ve read by Theo, and I can safely say I’ll be seeking out every one of his books… 📚👀
Thank you to Theo and the lovely Zoe from Zooloo Book Tours for letting me participate in this tour. ♥️
January 21, 2026
I’ve been a fan of Theo Baxter for a while, so I excited to read this book. And just like all his other books that I’ve read, this one does NOT disappoint! The thing about his books is they really do keep you guessing. And just when you think you have the answer, he adds another layer to the plot that you didn’t see coming. I really thought I had this one figured out, and then BAM! a twist that I didn’t see coming! And not just one.. no no no, that wouldn’t be enough. There was at least 2-3 that I didn’t see coming!
Baxter artfully writes this book with building tension. It’s not an extremely fast paced book, but it doesn’t have to be. The tension keeps you reading, the suspense of what is going to come next. I think what really gets the reader is that something like this can ACTUALLY happen. There is no need to suspend belief here.
I wish we had gotten more of a peak into the experiments that the mom did to the girls, but it wasn’t necessary to the storyline. It’s just me being curious. Either way, this is a must read book!!! So please, check it out!
Baxter artfully writes this book with building tension. It’s not an extremely fast paced book, but it doesn’t have to be. The tension keeps you reading, the suspense of what is going to come next. I think what really gets the reader is that something like this can ACTUALLY happen. There is no need to suspend belief here.
I wish we had gotten more of a peak into the experiments that the mom did to the girls, but it wasn’t necessary to the storyline. It’s just me being curious. Either way, this is a must read book!!! So please, check it out!
January 23, 2026
Interesting
This book hooked me quickly with a very interesting premise. I am a psychologist by training so the mental health aspects were very appealing to me. I was disappointed that with all the mental health jargon and clear research that had been done the author made some basic diagnostic mistakes initially. I won’t say what because it serves as a spoiler. He did thankfully correct it as the book went along.
The FMC was very creepy and there was a great deal of tension surrounding her character. I didn’t fully buy the twist though which impacted my rating a bit.
Overall, this was a story I wanted to keep reading to see how it all unfolded.
3.5 stars
This book hooked me quickly with a very interesting premise. I am a psychologist by training so the mental health aspects were very appealing to me. I was disappointed that with all the mental health jargon and clear research that had been done the author made some basic diagnostic mistakes initially. I won’t say what because it serves as a spoiler. He did thankfully correct it as the book went along.
The FMC was very creepy and there was a great deal of tension surrounding her character. I didn’t fully buy the twist though which impacted my rating a bit.
Overall, this was a story I wanted to keep reading to see how it all unfolded.
3.5 stars
Review of advance copy
I wish more of the girls story with their mom and what experiments they were out through was part of the book.
I became predictable to me and I found myself just wanting the at story to be over. .. seemed like a long read as I want totally into it.
Sad as he is a good author.
Thanks to the author the publisher and Netgalley for a early release of this email
I became predictable to me and I found myself just wanting the at story to be over. .. seemed like a long read as I want totally into it.
Sad as he is a good author.
Thanks to the author the publisher and Netgalley for a early release of this email
January 19, 2026
Special thank you to Netgalley, Theo Baxter and Inkubator Books for an ARC. While I generally enjoy books by Theo Baxter, this one was so-so for me. The story was interesting but also somewhat predictable, which made things drag out at times. The short chapters were nice and there were limited characters which made the storyline easy to follow. 3 ⭐️ rounded up to 3.5 ⭐️
January 20, 2026
The story starts with Celeste living her perfect and succesful life.
Untill someone is stalking her and brings her past back up…
A good psychological thriller, with an interesting storyline. This story has a lot of twists and I liked the plot a lot!
I would give it a 3,5/5.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Untill someone is stalking her and brings her past back up…
A good psychological thriller, with an interesting storyline. This story has a lot of twists and I liked the plot a lot!
I would give it a 3,5/5.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 27, 2026
Wow! Just WOW!! I felt like I was on a roller coaster with all of those twist and turns!! What a nail biter! This was my first read by Theo and I can’t wait to dig into more!!
January 20, 2026
The Other Sister by Theo Baxter
🌟🌟🌟
I love this author
Following the story of twins Leah and Celeste. Conceived via IVF to a famous Psychologist. Their mother uses the girls for experiments, hoping to get inside their minds
It works! Leah is sent away for psychological help. Years of therapy. Celeste becomes a Psychologist, like her mother. Hoping to help people
I wanted more from the girls lives, maybe finding their father, more on the experiments
It was a quick read and I enjoyed
🌟🌟🌟
I love this author
Following the story of twins Leah and Celeste. Conceived via IVF to a famous Psychologist. Their mother uses the girls for experiments, hoping to get inside their minds
It works! Leah is sent away for psychological help. Years of therapy. Celeste becomes a Psychologist, like her mother. Hoping to help people
I wanted more from the girls lives, maybe finding their father, more on the experiments
It was a quick read and I enjoyed
January 24, 2026
Here is my review for The Other Sister by Theo Baxter
This was a fabulous, addictive psychological story from Theo Baxter that I absolutely loved reading! It drew me right in from the start and kept me on tenterhooks all the way through whilst I was reading it. Dr Celeste Monroe had seemed to suffer so much with her twin sister, Leah, when they were children and their mother was alive. She. herself. was a renowned therapist but it wasn’t realised that she practised on her children until her death. Celeste had gone into psychology as well and was a practised therapist and had written bestselling self-help books along with an autobiography. She was doing well until she started treating a PTSD patient referred to her from a doctor in Denver. He grew obsessed with her and she met him outside a farmer’s market but he started to follow her although she made it plain he shouldn’t. She arranged to transfer him to another doctor in the same practice. He didn’t take it very well and stormed out of her office not taking the details of the new doctor. Henry didn’t come to her aide either. After a few days, it all went viral and Celeste didn’t know what to do about it so she spoke to her lawyer for help. This was a brilliantly written story that I just couldn’t put down as I needed to know what happened next to Celeste and how she coped with everything. It was like Theo had done some research into this subject before writing this great story and it showed in the information he supplied. I just couldn’t get enough of it. It was an intriguing subject and plot that was very gripping but superbly written and thought out. The characters were interesting and the dialogue was terrifically thought out by Theo. This has to be one of his best books that I have read. I follow him where possible and love reading his psychological thrillers too plus I can’t wait for the next one either! It’s always the way but I love his writing style which is so easy to follow and read.
Blurb :
Family reunions can be hell.
Dr. Celeste Monroe seems to have the perfect life—a thriving psychology practice, bestselling self-help books, and the respect of her peers.
But when patient Daniel St. Clair begins stalking her and releases doctored recordings of their sessions which go viral, Celeste's career crumbles overnight. As death threats flood in and her reputation disintegrates, she realises that what’s happening in the present may be linked to her own troubled past.
When Celeste was fourteen, her abusive mother was murdered. Celeste testified that her twin sister Leah was the killer and Leah was incarcerated in a mental institution.
Now, under intense scrutiny, Celeste’s past is coming back to haunt her. What really happened the night her mother died? Did Celeste know more than she said? Someone out there seems to think she did and now they’re threatening to destroy her.
As Celeste's world spirals and her memory begins to fracture, she must confront a terrifying question: What if the fugue states she's suffered since childhood have been hiding a truth far darker than she ever imagined?
The Other Sister - the terrifying psychological thriller by the best-selling author of The Stepfather and Not My Mother.
This was a fabulous, addictive psychological story from Theo Baxter that I absolutely loved reading! It drew me right in from the start and kept me on tenterhooks all the way through whilst I was reading it. Dr Celeste Monroe had seemed to suffer so much with her twin sister, Leah, when they were children and their mother was alive. She. herself. was a renowned therapist but it wasn’t realised that she practised on her children until her death. Celeste had gone into psychology as well and was a practised therapist and had written bestselling self-help books along with an autobiography. She was doing well until she started treating a PTSD patient referred to her from a doctor in Denver. He grew obsessed with her and she met him outside a farmer’s market but he started to follow her although she made it plain he shouldn’t. She arranged to transfer him to another doctor in the same practice. He didn’t take it very well and stormed out of her office not taking the details of the new doctor. Henry didn’t come to her aide either. After a few days, it all went viral and Celeste didn’t know what to do about it so she spoke to her lawyer for help. This was a brilliantly written story that I just couldn’t put down as I needed to know what happened next to Celeste and how she coped with everything. It was like Theo had done some research into this subject before writing this great story and it showed in the information he supplied. I just couldn’t get enough of it. It was an intriguing subject and plot that was very gripping but superbly written and thought out. The characters were interesting and the dialogue was terrifically thought out by Theo. This has to be one of his best books that I have read. I follow him where possible and love reading his psychological thrillers too plus I can’t wait for the next one either! It’s always the way but I love his writing style which is so easy to follow and read.
Blurb :
Family reunions can be hell.
Dr. Celeste Monroe seems to have the perfect life—a thriving psychology practice, bestselling self-help books, and the respect of her peers.
But when patient Daniel St. Clair begins stalking her and releases doctored recordings of their sessions which go viral, Celeste's career crumbles overnight. As death threats flood in and her reputation disintegrates, she realises that what’s happening in the present may be linked to her own troubled past.
When Celeste was fourteen, her abusive mother was murdered. Celeste testified that her twin sister Leah was the killer and Leah was incarcerated in a mental institution.
Now, under intense scrutiny, Celeste’s past is coming back to haunt her. What really happened the night her mother died? Did Celeste know more than she said? Someone out there seems to think she did and now they’re threatening to destroy her.
As Celeste's world spirals and her memory begins to fracture, she must confront a terrifying question: What if the fugue states she's suffered since childhood have been hiding a truth far darker than she ever imagined?
The Other Sister - the terrifying psychological thriller by the best-selling author of The Stepfather and Not My Mother.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
First, I want to thank Theo Baxter, Inkubator Books, Zooloo Book Tours and NetGalley for providing me with this book so I can bring you this review.
DANG!!! Do you know that saying you can’t judge a book by it’s cover?! Well there is some truth to that!! Looking at the cover of The Other Sister by Theo Baxter you would think it would be a sweet innocent and fun read!! Oh just the opposite!!! This is one of his most in-depth, darkest, deepest, twisted, intense, mindblowing, heartbreaking, gripping, page turner that will keep you up all night!! Of all the books that Theo has written none has piqued my interest more than this one-meaning this is my ultimate fave of his. I sincerely hope he takes this writing style from this book and uses it into future books.
The Other Sister literally grabbed you through your Kindle and pulled you into the storyline and didn’t let you go til you found out til it ended!!! There were so many insane familial pieces to this story beginning with the Mother. Never in a million years have I read or met a woman like her in person. Nor could I fathom someone dreaming up a character like this woman! Which made me wonder how Theo came up with this character. She was sick and twisted and that storyline was just shocking.
The saying is always write about what you know. So, Theo put that theory to use with his character Celeste and she authored her own autobiography. Which bit her in the but down the line…
Oh there is so much I want to say about this book but I don’t want to spoil it for anyone!!! Theo put so many dark twisted jaw dropping twists and turns that I never ever saw coming. Maybe you will but I didn’t. Seriously, you need to pick up this book, grab a beverage, clear your schedule and binge read it!! It is super good!! The Other Sister deserves way more than 5 stars!!
DANG!!! Do you know that saying you can’t judge a book by it’s cover?! Well there is some truth to that!! Looking at the cover of The Other Sister by Theo Baxter you would think it would be a sweet innocent and fun read!! Oh just the opposite!!! This is one of his most in-depth, darkest, deepest, twisted, intense, mindblowing, heartbreaking, gripping, page turner that will keep you up all night!! Of all the books that Theo has written none has piqued my interest more than this one-meaning this is my ultimate fave of his. I sincerely hope he takes this writing style from this book and uses it into future books.
The Other Sister literally grabbed you through your Kindle and pulled you into the storyline and didn’t let you go til you found out til it ended!!! There were so many insane familial pieces to this story beginning with the Mother. Never in a million years have I read or met a woman like her in person. Nor could I fathom someone dreaming up a character like this woman! Which made me wonder how Theo came up with this character. She was sick and twisted and that storyline was just shocking.
The saying is always write about what you know. So, Theo put that theory to use with his character Celeste and she authored her own autobiography. Which bit her in the but down the line…
Oh there is so much I want to say about this book but I don’t want to spoil it for anyone!!! Theo put so many dark twisted jaw dropping twists and turns that I never ever saw coming. Maybe you will but I didn’t. Seriously, you need to pick up this book, grab a beverage, clear your schedule and binge read it!! It is super good!! The Other Sister deserves way more than 5 stars!!
January 20, 2026
✦ 𝐑𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 - 4✨
✦ 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞 - 18th January 2026 by Inkubator Books
✦ 𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐬 ✦
• psychological thriller
• toxic family dynamics
• twin sisters
• unreliable memories
• dark secrets
• trauma based storyline
✦ 𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 ✦
This story follows Celeste, a successful psychiatrist whose past refuses to stay buried. Her childhood was anything but normal, raised by a mother who treated her own twin daughters as experiments instead of children. One sister Leah, was labeled broken, the other perfect, but the truth is far more disturbing.
As the story unfolds, layers of manipulation, trauma, and hidden memories slowly come to light. Nothing is as simple as it first appears. The bond between the sisters is painful, complicated, and heartbreaking, and that emotional depth is what really stood out to me.
The psychological tension was strong throughout the book. I loved how the author played with memory, guilt, and identity. The twists were unsettling rather than shocking, which made the story feel more real and disturbing. The atmosphere stayed dark and intense, especially in the second half.
Some parts felt slightly slow, and I wished a few emotional moments were explored just a little deeper, which is why this is a 4 star read for me instead of 5. Still, the overall experience was gripping and thought provoking.
If you enjoy dark psychological thrillers with messy family secrets and morally grey characters, this book is definitely worth reading.
Thank you so much zooloo book tour for the free ARC
✦ 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞 - 18th January 2026 by Inkubator Books
✦ 𝐓𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐬 ✦
• psychological thriller
• toxic family dynamics
• twin sisters
• unreliable memories
• dark secrets
• trauma based storyline
✦ 𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 ✦
This story follows Celeste, a successful psychiatrist whose past refuses to stay buried. Her childhood was anything but normal, raised by a mother who treated her own twin daughters as experiments instead of children. One sister Leah, was labeled broken, the other perfect, but the truth is far more disturbing.
As the story unfolds, layers of manipulation, trauma, and hidden memories slowly come to light. Nothing is as simple as it first appears. The bond between the sisters is painful, complicated, and heartbreaking, and that emotional depth is what really stood out to me.
The psychological tension was strong throughout the book. I loved how the author played with memory, guilt, and identity. The twists were unsettling rather than shocking, which made the story feel more real and disturbing. The atmosphere stayed dark and intense, especially in the second half.
Some parts felt slightly slow, and I wished a few emotional moments were explored just a little deeper, which is why this is a 4 star read for me instead of 5. Still, the overall experience was gripping and thought provoking.
If you enjoy dark psychological thrillers with messy family secrets and morally grey characters, this book is definitely worth reading.
Thank you so much zooloo book tour for the free ARC
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The Other Sister is a tense, twist-filled psychological thriller that delivers plenty of compulsive moments, but it doesn’t entirely live up to its intriguing premise. Theo Baxter sets up a compelling foundation with fractured family dynamics, buried secrets, and a protagonist who constantly feels on the edge of unraveling. The atmosphere is moody and suspenseful, and the book moves at a brisk pace that keeps you turning pages.
Where the novel shines is in its setup. Baxter is skilled at planting doubt and creating an undercurrent of unease. The early chapters raise sharp questions about what is real, who can be trusted, and how far someone will go to protect the past. For readers who enjoy psychological tension and unreliable characters, the opening half is especially strong.
However, the story loses some of its power as it progresses. Certain twists feel telegraphed, and a few character motivations seem thin or inconsistent once the big reveals arrive. The final act delivers answers, but not always with the emotional weight the buildup promises. The pacing also becomes uneven, with some scenes rushing by while others linger longer than necessary.
Despite these shortcomings, The Other Sister remains an engaging read with enough suspense to satisfy fans of domestic thrillers. It’s not as tight or surprising as it could be, but it offers a solid, entertaining experience.
Where the novel shines is in its setup. Baxter is skilled at planting doubt and creating an undercurrent of unease. The early chapters raise sharp questions about what is real, who can be trusted, and how far someone will go to protect the past. For readers who enjoy psychological tension and unreliable characters, the opening half is especially strong.
However, the story loses some of its power as it progresses. Certain twists feel telegraphed, and a few character motivations seem thin or inconsistent once the big reveals arrive. The final act delivers answers, but not always with the emotional weight the buildup promises. The pacing also becomes uneven, with some scenes rushing by while others linger longer than necessary.
Despite these shortcomings, The Other Sister remains an engaging read with enough suspense to satisfy fans of domestic thrillers. It’s not as tight or surprising as it could be, but it offers a solid, entertaining experience.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The Other Sister is a taut, unsettling psychological thriller that grips you from the first page and refuses to let go. Theo Baxter crafts a story that is as much about memory and trauma as it is about obsession and betrayal, pulling the reader into the fractured world of Dr. Celeste Monroe.
Celeste seems to have it all—a thriving psychology practice, bestselling books, and professional respect—until her life implodes when a patient stalks her and doctored recordings destroy her reputation. What makes the novel so compelling is the way Baxter ties this present-day unravelling to Celeste’s troubled past: the murder of her abusive mother, her testimony against her twin sister Leah, and the lingering fugue states that may conceal darker truths than she dares admit.
The tension builds beautifully, with each chapter peeling back layers of Celeste’s psyche. The novel asks chilling questions about trust, perception, and the reliability of memory. Is Celeste a victim of manipulation, or has she been hiding something all along? Baxter’s prose keeps the reader guessing, balancing sharp suspense with emotional depth.
The Other Sister is a dark, twist-filled thriller perfect for fans of psychological suspense. It’s haunting, atmospheric, and deeply human—a story about sisters, secrets, and the terrifying possibility that the past is never truly buried.
with thanks to Theo Baxter, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC
Celeste seems to have it all—a thriving psychology practice, bestselling books, and professional respect—until her life implodes when a patient stalks her and doctored recordings destroy her reputation. What makes the novel so compelling is the way Baxter ties this present-day unravelling to Celeste’s troubled past: the murder of her abusive mother, her testimony against her twin sister Leah, and the lingering fugue states that may conceal darker truths than she dares admit.
The tension builds beautifully, with each chapter peeling back layers of Celeste’s psyche. The novel asks chilling questions about trust, perception, and the reliability of memory. Is Celeste a victim of manipulation, or has she been hiding something all along? Baxter’s prose keeps the reader guessing, balancing sharp suspense with emotional depth.
The Other Sister is a dark, twist-filled thriller perfect for fans of psychological suspense. It’s haunting, atmospheric, and deeply human—a story about sisters, secrets, and the terrifying possibility that the past is never truly buried.
with thanks to Theo Baxter, the publisher and netgalley for the ARC
January 21, 2026
The Other Sister is a captivating psychological thriller that will have you flying through the pages. I got sucked in from the beginning.
Celeste and her twin sister, Leah, has had a rough life. Their mother used to like to experiment on them and being a psychologist, it was a lot of mind games and trying to turn the sisters against each other. Until one day, one of them snaps and murders the mom. Celeste claims it was Leah and Leah is taken into custody. Celeste goes through life with a foster family and now as an adult, she is a popular psychologist. But her life is about to take a turn when she starts seeing a patient named Daniel. He claims that Celeste is not a nice person and gives people horrible advice during therapy even telling them to end their life. He has audio, but since the audio is obtained illegally, it's thrown out and he is arrested. Celeste claims that he recorded her unknowingly and altered her voice to make it sound like her, but she swears she's never said those things. But Daniel was sent there by someone else wanting to take her down.
I guess at this point, we all know where this is headed, and while the story is predicable, it was still thrilling. Celeste has a really hard time coming to terms with everything Leah is telling her until Leah shows her the proof.
I loved the way this story concluded. I thought it was pretty intriguing. The pacing was fast and consistent and kept me on my toes.
This is definitely one to check out.
Celeste and her twin sister, Leah, has had a rough life. Their mother used to like to experiment on them and being a psychologist, it was a lot of mind games and trying to turn the sisters against each other. Until one day, one of them snaps and murders the mom. Celeste claims it was Leah and Leah is taken into custody. Celeste goes through life with a foster family and now as an adult, she is a popular psychologist. But her life is about to take a turn when she starts seeing a patient named Daniel. He claims that Celeste is not a nice person and gives people horrible advice during therapy even telling them to end their life. He has audio, but since the audio is obtained illegally, it's thrown out and he is arrested. Celeste claims that he recorded her unknowingly and altered her voice to make it sound like her, but she swears she's never said those things. But Daniel was sent there by someone else wanting to take her down.
I guess at this point, we all know where this is headed, and while the story is predicable, it was still thrilling. Celeste has a really hard time coming to terms with everything Leah is telling her until Leah shows her the proof.
I loved the way this story concluded. I thought it was pretty intriguing. The pacing was fast and consistent and kept me on my toes.
This is definitely one to check out.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The Other Sister turned out to be a much heavier read than I expected. While it’s a psychological thriller, what really stood out to me was the emotional depth and the focus on mental illness, trauma, and the long-lasting impact of growing up with a controlling parent.
I found myself constantly questioning what was real alongside the main character, especially as memory and perception begin to blur. The way mental illness is woven into the story felt uncomfortable at times, but in a very honest way. It shows how deeply trauma can shape the mind and how hard it is to separate the past from the present.
The mother’s control was one of the most difficult parts to read. Even when she wasn’t physically present, her influence lingered in every aspect of the story. The emotional manipulation and damage caused by that kind of upbringing felt painfully realistic and heartbreaking.
This is a slow-burn, character-driven thriller where the tension comes from emotional unraveling rather than nonstop twists. Dark, unsettling, and emotionally heavy, it’s the kind of book that stays with you after you finish.
Thank you to NetGalley and Theo Baxter for the advance copy. All thoughts are my own.
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⚠️ Trigger Warnings
Mental illness, emotional and psychological abuse, controlling parent, family trauma, manipulation.
I found myself constantly questioning what was real alongside the main character, especially as memory and perception begin to blur. The way mental illness is woven into the story felt uncomfortable at times, but in a very honest way. It shows how deeply trauma can shape the mind and how hard it is to separate the past from the present.
The mother’s control was one of the most difficult parts to read. Even when she wasn’t physically present, her influence lingered in every aspect of the story. The emotional manipulation and damage caused by that kind of upbringing felt painfully realistic and heartbreaking.
This is a slow-burn, character-driven thriller where the tension comes from emotional unraveling rather than nonstop twists. Dark, unsettling, and emotionally heavy, it’s the kind of book that stays with you after you finish.
Thank you to NetGalley and Theo Baxter for the advance copy. All thoughts are my own.
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⚠️ Trigger Warnings
Mental illness, emotional and psychological abuse, controlling parent, family trauma, manipulation.
January 9, 2026
Honestly I’m on the fence with this one, part of me is ⭐️⭐️ not for me and the other part is ⭐️⭐️⭐️ enjoyed it. Maybe it’s the twins theme of the book!
This was my first novel by Theo Baxter and I really wanted to like it but it just missed the mark, it had all the components of a good thriller it was high stakes, had plot twists and red herrings, ended chapters on a cliff hanger but lacked a compelling protagonist.
I struggled to engage and feel for Celeste as she was so arrogant and blamed others for her situation, Henry was upset as she rejected him, Dr Styles was jealous. Don’t get me wrong, I wanted to feel sorry for her, especially since she was apparently experimented on by her mother and abused but I just couldn’t as she keep saying things like “I always felt Sylvia was slightly jealous of me”. She came off as a self centred, arrogant and a bit of a narcissist.
The term “Committed/commit suicide” was used a number of times throughout and I found the use of this terminology problematic as it indicates a crime was committed and perpetuates the stigma associated with suicide.
Check: Language Guidelines - IASP
Since this is my first Theo Baxter novel and I was in two minds about it, I will add another book to my tbr and give him the benefit the doubt.
Thank you Netgallery and Inkubator Books for the opportunity to read and review this book.
This was my first novel by Theo Baxter and I really wanted to like it but it just missed the mark, it had all the components of a good thriller it was high stakes, had plot twists and red herrings, ended chapters on a cliff hanger but lacked a compelling protagonist.
I struggled to engage and feel for Celeste as she was so arrogant and blamed others for her situation, Henry was upset as she rejected him, Dr Styles was jealous. Don’t get me wrong, I wanted to feel sorry for her, especially since she was apparently experimented on by her mother and abused but I just couldn’t as she keep saying things like “I always felt Sylvia was slightly jealous of me”. She came off as a self centred, arrogant and a bit of a narcissist.
The term “Committed/commit suicide” was used a number of times throughout and I found the use of this terminology problematic as it indicates a crime was committed and perpetuates the stigma associated with suicide.
Check: Language Guidelines - IASP
Since this is my first Theo Baxter novel and I was in two minds about it, I will add another book to my tbr and give him the benefit the doubt.
Thank you Netgallery and Inkubator Books for the opportunity to read and review this book.
January 20, 2026
I just finished reading The Other Sister by Theo Baxter, and wow, what a ride. From the moment Dr. Celeste Monroe's seemingly perfect life starts to fall apart, I was completely hooked. The premise alone—a successful psychologist whose past catches up to her after a viral catastrophe—is immediately gripping.
As a reader, I found myself constantly questioning everything Celeste told herself, especially as the narrative dug into the night her mother was murdered and her twin sister, Leah, was institutionalized. The author expertly weaves together the present crisis, where Celeste is being stalked and publicly destroyed, with the traumatic, buried secrets of her childhood. The true genius of the book lies in Celeste's fractured memory and the possibility of her fugue states hiding a terrifying reality. I spent the entire time wondering: is Leah truly the killer, or is Celeste an unreliable narrator trying to protect herself from a much darker truth?
This isn't just a simple thriller; it’s a deep dive into psychological trauma, guilt, and the unsettling nature of memory. If you love a suspense novel that keeps you guessing until the very last page, demanding that you piece together the puzzle alongside the protagonist, then this is one you absolutely need to pick up. I couldn't put it down.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
As a reader, I found myself constantly questioning everything Celeste told herself, especially as the narrative dug into the night her mother was murdered and her twin sister, Leah, was institutionalized. The author expertly weaves together the present crisis, where Celeste is being stalked and publicly destroyed, with the traumatic, buried secrets of her childhood. The true genius of the book lies in Celeste's fractured memory and the possibility of her fugue states hiding a terrifying reality. I spent the entire time wondering: is Leah truly the killer, or is Celeste an unreliable narrator trying to protect herself from a much darker truth?
This isn't just a simple thriller; it’s a deep dive into psychological trauma, guilt, and the unsettling nature of memory. If you love a suspense novel that keeps you guessing until the very last page, demanding that you piece together the puzzle alongside the protagonist, then this is one you absolutely need to pick up. I couldn't put it down.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 23, 2026
The Other Sister by Theo Baxter, celeste Monroe’s life couldn’t be better she’s written self-help books has a great career and psychology and a successful practice the only tarnish on her life currently is a patient Danny who she really doesn’t like to see but because she wants to help people she sees him anyway. So when Danny releases hidden recordings from their sessions and tries to make it look on toward she has no idea that this will just be the beginning. When she was a teenager her twin sister Leah was sent to prison for the murder of their mother who when it came to the twins played favorites with Celeste being her favorite one so when she blamed the murder on Leah it absolutely look like she did it. It isn’t long before Celeste thinks Leah may be the one making all the bad things happen in her life but when it comes to Leah Celeste has no idea what’s in store. i’ve said it before and I’ll say it again Theo Baxter is absolutely one of my favorite thriller riders in this book is a great example of why. I love when you think you know what’s going to happen but in the end you have no idea this book was so good and I wasn’t even prepared for it despite knowing how awesome Theo Baxter‘s imagination is what a great book. #BookSprout, #TheBlindReviewer, #MyHonestReview,
January 25, 2026
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This was a twisty psychological thriller with an unreliable narrator, so you never know if what you’re reading is true. The twins abusive mother experimented on them throughout their childhood until she was murdered. I would have liked to know more about these experiments and the mother’s motivation, but the story still worked even without this additional information.
When Celeste’s life implodes due to a vindictive former patient turned stalker, she starts to crumble. She begins thinking more about the past which leads her to question her own memories. She isn’t if she buried memories and perhaps isn’t remembering correctly. One thing is certain, someone is out to get her.
This is more of a slow burn thriller that moves steadily forward making you constantly question what is true and what is not. There are some twists that are predictable, but not others. You feel that something is wrong, but you just can’t seem to figure out what it is. It’s creepy in the best sense of the word.
I received a complimentary e-copy of this book from Zooloos Book Tours. All opinions are my own.
This was a twisty psychological thriller with an unreliable narrator, so you never know if what you’re reading is true. The twins abusive mother experimented on them throughout their childhood until she was murdered. I would have liked to know more about these experiments and the mother’s motivation, but the story still worked even without this additional information.
When Celeste’s life implodes due to a vindictive former patient turned stalker, she starts to crumble. She begins thinking more about the past which leads her to question her own memories. She isn’t if she buried memories and perhaps isn’t remembering correctly. One thing is certain, someone is out to get her.
This is more of a slow burn thriller that moves steadily forward making you constantly question what is true and what is not. There are some twists that are predictable, but not others. You feel that something is wrong, but you just can’t seem to figure out what it is. It’s creepy in the best sense of the word.
I received a complimentary e-copy of this book from Zooloos Book Tours. All opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
⭐️⭐️⭐️ (3/5)
The Other Sister by Theo Baxter, publish date 1/18/2026.
This was an engaging read that kept me interested from start to finish, and I appreciated the overall concept and pacing. The story had a strong setup and enough tension throughout to make me want to keep turning the pages.
That said, the ending felt somewhat anticlimactic compared to the buildup. I found myself wishing there had been more exploration of the experiments that were referenced throughout the book - they felt like such an important element of the story, and I would have loved deeper insight into what actually happened. Incorporating flashbacks or more detailed scenes from those moments could have made the narrative even more gripping and emotionally impactful.
Overall, this is a solid thriller with an intriguing premise, but I think it could have reached another level with a stronger payoff and more depth around the story’s central mystery.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance digital copy in exchange for an honest review.
The Other Sister by Theo Baxter, publish date 1/18/2026.
This was an engaging read that kept me interested from start to finish, and I appreciated the overall concept and pacing. The story had a strong setup and enough tension throughout to make me want to keep turning the pages.
That said, the ending felt somewhat anticlimactic compared to the buildup. I found myself wishing there had been more exploration of the experiments that were referenced throughout the book - they felt like such an important element of the story, and I would have loved deeper insight into what actually happened. Incorporating flashbacks or more detailed scenes from those moments could have made the narrative even more gripping and emotionally impactful.
Overall, this is a solid thriller with an intriguing premise, but I think it could have reached another level with a stronger payoff and more depth around the story’s central mystery.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance digital copy in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy
I've read my far share of Thrillers over the years and at a certain point, it is not that easy to produce something completely new to keep me engaged. There were some new elements presented here, while the majority was still predictable, and the ending was not the biggest surprise.
We're beginning by being introduced to twin sisters, that promised to be there for each other. When the mother is killed and one sister is to blame, we simply accept what is shown to us. That the mother emotionally and physically abused the two of them and used them as an experiment is having implications on the twins.
Then the story picks up by challenging what we know, and we are asked if what was shown in the beginning was really that obvious or if there is more to the story. While the focus was obviously the sisters, the reveal felt a bit lacklustre. Overall, I enjoyed it, but it's not one I will consider unique.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
We're beginning by being introduced to twin sisters, that promised to be there for each other. When the mother is killed and one sister is to blame, we simply accept what is shown to us. That the mother emotionally and physically abused the two of them and used them as an experiment is having implications on the twins.
Then the story picks up by challenging what we know, and we are asked if what was shown in the beginning was really that obvious or if there is more to the story. While the focus was obviously the sisters, the reveal felt a bit lacklustre. Overall, I enjoyed it, but it's not one I will consider unique.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
3 stars for me.
Dr. Celeste Monroe working at psychology practice,and have a new patient Daniel St. Clair.What starts as a therapy soon change to patient obsession and she have no choice,but to refuse to treat him anymore.Daniel didn't take being recommended to other doctor easy,and soon Celeste find herself abused on social media and suspended from her practice.Beliving that Daniel had help from someone from her past that involved her mother murder when she was fourteen,Celeste have to confront the sister that she didn't see sience then.
Full of twists it was a good and quick thriller.I enjoyed the plot and suspense,while some twists were predictable,some did took me by surprise.I liked Celaste,and would like to know more of her childhood and her mother treatment on both girls,there was not enough information to keep me satisfied.While this book is not my favorite I enjoyed author other work,and would read more by him.
Thank you booksprout, netgalley and publisher for arc,my review is honest and my own.
Dr. Celeste Monroe working at psychology practice,and have a new patient Daniel St. Clair.What starts as a therapy soon change to patient obsession and she have no choice,but to refuse to treat him anymore.Daniel didn't take being recommended to other doctor easy,and soon Celeste find herself abused on social media and suspended from her practice.Beliving that Daniel had help from someone from her past that involved her mother murder when she was fourteen,Celeste have to confront the sister that she didn't see sience then.
Full of twists it was a good and quick thriller.I enjoyed the plot and suspense,while some twists were predictable,some did took me by surprise.I liked Celaste,and would like to know more of her childhood and her mother treatment on both girls,there was not enough information to keep me satisfied.While this book is not my favorite I enjoyed author other work,and would read more by him.
Thank you booksprout, netgalley and publisher for arc,my review is honest and my own.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I bought a Theo Baxter book back in October but must admit I hadn't gotten around to reading it yet. It was the first time I had heard of the author. I was given the chance to read an ARC copy of his new book coming out January 18th. I was impressed by the story. It's about a set of twins that their mother did some horrible experiments on them when they were young and that one of the twins murdered her when they were 14 years old. The one twin went to an institution and the other one went into a foster home and later on she became a psychologist. Things start to happen in the life of the psychologist that totally disrupt her life and threaten to take away her job and a peaceful/good life. Somebody is behind that disruption and for a reason. I don't want to go any further as to give spoilers as to the twist and turns in the story. I found the story fast paced and interesting. I couldn't quit reading it because I wanted to find out what happened next. I will certainly read some more books by Mr. Baxter. 4 1/2 stars.
January 19, 2026
The Other Sister presents an ambitious psychological story centred on trauma and identity. The premise is strong, especially the disturbing childhood experiments and the strained bond between the twins. Celeste’s journey from victim to psychiatrist is engaging and well-developed.
The novel offers many twists and explores conditions such as dual personalities and amnesia. These elements add depth but also make the plot difficult to follow at times. Readers may feel confused as the story often blurs the line between reality and perception.
While the final reveal is unexpected and effective, the heavy focus on medical analysis can slow the pace. Some readers may enjoy the detailed psychological insight, while others may find it overwhelming.
Overall, the book is an absorbing read with both strengths and flaws. It will likely appeal most to readers who enjoy complex plots and psychological themes.
Thank you, Booksprout, for sharing an advanced reader copy of the book for review.
The novel offers many twists and explores conditions such as dual personalities and amnesia. These elements add depth but also make the plot difficult to follow at times. Readers may feel confused as the story often blurs the line between reality and perception.
While the final reveal is unexpected and effective, the heavy focus on medical analysis can slow the pace. Some readers may enjoy the detailed psychological insight, while others may find it overwhelming.
Overall, the book is an absorbing read with both strengths and flaws. It will likely appeal most to readers who enjoy complex plots and psychological themes.
Thank you, Booksprout, for sharing an advanced reader copy of the book for review.
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