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She stole her sister’s life. Now she’s trapped in it.
Madison Lockwood is a nobody—a bartender from Albany with a checkered past and a mountain of debt. Her identical twin, Amelia, is living the dream as the wife of Vince Warren, a tech visionary with a private estate and a fortune that could buy the world.
When Amelia dies in a tragic accident, Madison is offered the chance of a step into her sister’s designer shoes, maintain the illusion of a happy marriage, and claim the luxury she’s always envied.
Vince Warren and his circle of elites are fooled by Madison’s performance, but one person sees the Amelia’s six-year-old son, Jonah. He knows she isn't his mother, and his silent, watchful gaze is a ticking time bomb.
As the walls of the mansion begin to close in, Madison finds herself caught in a high-stakes game of psychological cat-and-mouse. Every look is monitored. Every word is measured. And the more she transforms into Amelia, the more she realizes that her sister’s life wasn't a fairy tale.
It was a cage.
Madison Lockwood is a nobody—a bartender from Albany with a checkered past and a mountain of debt. Her identical twin, Amelia, is living the dream as the wife of Vince Warren, a tech visionary with a private estate and a fortune that could buy the world.
When Amelia dies in a tragic accident, Madison is offered the chance of a step into her sister’s designer shoes, maintain the illusion of a happy marriage, and claim the luxury she’s always envied.
Vince Warren and his circle of elites are fooled by Madison’s performance, but one person sees the Amelia’s six-year-old son, Jonah. He knows she isn't his mother, and his silent, watchful gaze is a ticking time bomb.
As the walls of the mansion begin to close in, Madison finds herself caught in a high-stakes game of psychological cat-and-mouse. Every look is monitored. Every word is measured. And the more she transforms into Amelia, the more she realizes that her sister’s life wasn't a fairy tale.
It was a cage.
303 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication June 26, 2026
About the author
K.D. Wong
6 books9 followersK.D. Wong is a psychological thriller and horror author known for crafting high-stakes, claustrophobic narratives packed with intense paranoia and dark suspense. When he isn't constructing intricate plot twists or mapping out deceptive characters, he can be found analyzing true crime narratives, working on his tennis serve, or being managed by a demanding cat with folded ears. He lives and writes in Toronto. His latest novel, The Other Sister, is a fast-paced identity-swap thriller available summer 2026.
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May 31, 2026
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May 13, 2026
3.75 stars
I really enjoyed this book and I felt the pacing was good, quick enough to keep me reading one more chapter. Even though I had a suspicion early on about the path it would take, it was still fun to follow the path anyway. The villain's methods were very creative and that added to the suspense. The main character is interesting, though a little morally gray, especially at the beginning. I did get tired of the numerous references to how much everything cost or was worth - I get it, everything in a billionaire's lifestyle costs more than everything in a waitress' lifestyle and after about a dozen comparisons that got a little old. Otherwise, fun beach read book.
Thank you to Victory Editing and Netgalley for the ARC!
I really enjoyed this book and I felt the pacing was good, quick enough to keep me reading one more chapter. Even though I had a suspicion early on about the path it would take, it was still fun to follow the path anyway. The villain's methods were very creative and that added to the suspense. The main character is interesting, though a little morally gray, especially at the beginning. I did get tired of the numerous references to how much everything cost or was worth - I get it, everything in a billionaire's lifestyle costs more than everything in a waitress' lifestyle and after about a dozen comparisons that got a little old. Otherwise, fun beach read book.
Thank you to Victory Editing and Netgalley for the ARC!
April 28, 2026
Really good one. Kept me thinking about it when I wasn’t able to be reading. The plot twist I didn’t even almost expect.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to K.D. Wong, Obsidian Books, and Netgalley for a copy of The Other Sister in exchange for an honest review.
Twin stories already come with built-in chaos. There’s always the prettier one, the smarter one, the favorite one, the one secretly one inconvenience away from a full psychological spiral. And Madison? Madison packed her bags and took the express train straight to Delusion Junction. 🚂
After a tragic accident kills her twin sister Allison, Madison decides this is less “time to grieve” and more “time for a lifestyle upgrade.” She slips into Allison’s life, convincing herself she deserves everything her sister had. The house. The husband. The life. The whole thing felt like watching someone try to wear another person’s skin while pretending it fits perfectly, and honestly? It was eerie in the best way.
The atmosphere in this book was easily the strongest part for me. There was this constant uncomfortable tension humming underneath every interaction. You know the kind where you want to yell at the characters to run, hide, call the police, call literally anybody. The author did a fantastic job building that creeping sense that everything was wrong even during the quieter moments. It had that cold, unsettling energy where you can practically hear ominous violin music in the background while reading.
Now Madison… whew. I struggled with her. A lot. I understand resentment. I understand jealousy. I understand feeling overshadowed by a sibling who seems to have won the genetic lottery and the life lottery at the same time. But this is your TWIN SISTER. Allison dies and Madison’s emotional response felt less like grief and more like, “Well… finders keepers.” I needed even a crumb of humanity from her and instead she served selfishness with a side of identity theft deluxe. She was manipulative, obsessive, and deeply unlikeable. Which, to be fair, may have been exactly the point. But connecting with her emotionally? Absolutely not. Madison was out here acting like morality was an optional subscription service.
Poor Jonah though. POOR JONAH. That kid broke my heart. Out of everyone in this story, he felt the most genuine and emotionally real. While the adults around him were busy spiraling into obsession, lies, and absolute chaos, Jonah was just trying to survive it all. His grief, confusion, and vulnerability grounded the story and honestly made some scenes even more unsettling because you realize how deeply all of this affects him. Every time he appeared, I immediately became more invested because he was the one character I truly wanted to protect.
And Vince… listen. The author got me GOOD with Vince. At first I thought he was charming, supportive, maybe just a little odd around the edges. Then slowly the mask started slipping and suddenly every interaction with him felt like accidentally stepping into a basement with no windows. That man had me side-eyeing every sentence by the end. A walking red flag wrapped in charisma and bad intentions.
As a thriller, this one lands more in the “psychological slow-burn suspense” category than edge-of-your-seat shocker. The biggest issue for me was that the story felt very transparent early on. You can tell almost immediately who the good guys and bad guys are supposed to be. The mystery isn’t really who is dangerous, it’s more waiting to see how far things are going to go. Some readers will love that simmering dread, but personally I wanted a few more surprises thrown into the mix. The twists themselves weren’t jaw-dropping because the book practically winks at you from chapter one saying, “You already know this is going to end badly.”
Still, despite my frustrations with Madison and the predictability, I can’t deny this book kept me reading. It was unsettling, compulsively readable, and packed with enough uncomfortable tension to make me suspicious of every character breathing on the page. It’s the literary equivalent of watching someone slowly walk onto thin ice while you scream internally the entire time.
Final Verdict: The Other Sister is a dark, eerie psychological suspense filled with obsession, resentment, identity theft, and enough family dysfunction to power an entire therapy convention. Madison drove me absolutely insane, Jonah deserved better, Vince belongs on a watchlist, and while the thriller elements were a little too obvious for my taste, the atmosphere and tension kept me hooked until the very end.
⭐⭐⭐ 3 stars. Twisted, creepy, and frustrating in equal measure.
Twin stories already come with built-in chaos. There’s always the prettier one, the smarter one, the favorite one, the one secretly one inconvenience away from a full psychological spiral. And Madison? Madison packed her bags and took the express train straight to Delusion Junction. 🚂
After a tragic accident kills her twin sister Allison, Madison decides this is less “time to grieve” and more “time for a lifestyle upgrade.” She slips into Allison’s life, convincing herself she deserves everything her sister had. The house. The husband. The life. The whole thing felt like watching someone try to wear another person’s skin while pretending it fits perfectly, and honestly? It was eerie in the best way.
The atmosphere in this book was easily the strongest part for me. There was this constant uncomfortable tension humming underneath every interaction. You know the kind where you want to yell at the characters to run, hide, call the police, call literally anybody. The author did a fantastic job building that creeping sense that everything was wrong even during the quieter moments. It had that cold, unsettling energy where you can practically hear ominous violin music in the background while reading.
Now Madison… whew. I struggled with her. A lot. I understand resentment. I understand jealousy. I understand feeling overshadowed by a sibling who seems to have won the genetic lottery and the life lottery at the same time. But this is your TWIN SISTER. Allison dies and Madison’s emotional response felt less like grief and more like, “Well… finders keepers.” I needed even a crumb of humanity from her and instead she served selfishness with a side of identity theft deluxe. She was manipulative, obsessive, and deeply unlikeable. Which, to be fair, may have been exactly the point. But connecting with her emotionally? Absolutely not. Madison was out here acting like morality was an optional subscription service.
Poor Jonah though. POOR JONAH. That kid broke my heart. Out of everyone in this story, he felt the most genuine and emotionally real. While the adults around him were busy spiraling into obsession, lies, and absolute chaos, Jonah was just trying to survive it all. His grief, confusion, and vulnerability grounded the story and honestly made some scenes even more unsettling because you realize how deeply all of this affects him. Every time he appeared, I immediately became more invested because he was the one character I truly wanted to protect.
And Vince… listen. The author got me GOOD with Vince. At first I thought he was charming, supportive, maybe just a little odd around the edges. Then slowly the mask started slipping and suddenly every interaction with him felt like accidentally stepping into a basement with no windows. That man had me side-eyeing every sentence by the end. A walking red flag wrapped in charisma and bad intentions.
As a thriller, this one lands more in the “psychological slow-burn suspense” category than edge-of-your-seat shocker. The biggest issue for me was that the story felt very transparent early on. You can tell almost immediately who the good guys and bad guys are supposed to be. The mystery isn’t really who is dangerous, it’s more waiting to see how far things are going to go. Some readers will love that simmering dread, but personally I wanted a few more surprises thrown into the mix. The twists themselves weren’t jaw-dropping because the book practically winks at you from chapter one saying, “You already know this is going to end badly.”
Still, despite my frustrations with Madison and the predictability, I can’t deny this book kept me reading. It was unsettling, compulsively readable, and packed with enough uncomfortable tension to make me suspicious of every character breathing on the page. It’s the literary equivalent of watching someone slowly walk onto thin ice while you scream internally the entire time.
Final Verdict: The Other Sister is a dark, eerie psychological suspense filled with obsession, resentment, identity theft, and enough family dysfunction to power an entire therapy convention. Madison drove me absolutely insane, Jonah deserved better, Vince belongs on a watchlist, and while the thriller elements were a little too obvious for my taste, the atmosphere and tension kept me hooked until the very end.
⭐⭐⭐ 3 stars. Twisted, creepy, and frustrating in equal measure.
May 8, 2026
What I Liked:
* The pacing was really good. The story kept moving forward, and I never felt bored while reading.
* I constantly found myself wanting to read “just one more chapter” to see what would happen next.
* There were a few twists that genuinely surprised me, which I appreciated. One example was the reveal that Jonah’s robot was actually being used as a recording device where Amelia confessed the truth about Vince.
* I also liked that Jonah knew from the very beginning that Madison was not actually Amelia. It added a lot of tension and emotional weight to the story.
* The scene between Jonah and Madison in Chapter 32 was especially heartbreaking. The moment Madison admitted she wasn’t his real mother, and Jonah realized his mom was never coming back, was very emotional and honestly one of the strongest scenes in the book.
What I Didn’t Like:
* This is more of a personal preference, but there was too much strong language for my liking, as well as an explicit sexual scene, even though it was skipped over quickly.
* I had a hard time connecting with Madison as a character. Honestly, both sisters were flawed, but Madison especially frustrated me. Her first instinct after Amelia’s death was to focus on taking over her sister’s life and identity while Amelia’s body was literally beside her. Even though she developed throughout the story and eventually showed genuine care for Jonah, some of her behavior still made it difficult for me to sympathize with her.
* Some parts of the story were also predictable. It was obvious early on that Vince would turn out to be the villain. I also suspected from the beginning that Amelia had been isolated by Vince and forced to cut contact with her family so she would depend entirely on him. Another thing I saw coming was that Vince already knew Madison was not Amelia.
* I personally wish both Vince and Madison had faced real consequences for their actions and ended up in prison. I also wish Jonah had been placed with a loving and stable family by the end.
*thank you to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for the opportunity to read the arc of the book before release date*
* The pacing was really good. The story kept moving forward, and I never felt bored while reading.
* I constantly found myself wanting to read “just one more chapter” to see what would happen next.
* There were a few twists that genuinely surprised me, which I appreciated. One example was the reveal that Jonah’s robot was actually being used as a recording device where Amelia confessed the truth about Vince.
* I also liked that Jonah knew from the very beginning that Madison was not actually Amelia. It added a lot of tension and emotional weight to the story.
* The scene between Jonah and Madison in Chapter 32 was especially heartbreaking. The moment Madison admitted she wasn’t his real mother, and Jonah realized his mom was never coming back, was very emotional and honestly one of the strongest scenes in the book.
What I Didn’t Like:
* This is more of a personal preference, but there was too much strong language for my liking, as well as an explicit sexual scene, even though it was skipped over quickly.
* I had a hard time connecting with Madison as a character. Honestly, both sisters were flawed, but Madison especially frustrated me. Her first instinct after Amelia’s death was to focus on taking over her sister’s life and identity while Amelia’s body was literally beside her. Even though she developed throughout the story and eventually showed genuine care for Jonah, some of her behavior still made it difficult for me to sympathize with her.
* Some parts of the story were also predictable. It was obvious early on that Vince would turn out to be the villain. I also suspected from the beginning that Amelia had been isolated by Vince and forced to cut contact with her family so she would depend entirely on him. Another thing I saw coming was that Vince already knew Madison was not Amelia.
* I personally wish both Vince and Madison had faced real consequences for their actions and ended up in prison. I also wish Jonah had been placed with a loving and stable family by the end.
*thank you to Netgalley, the publisher and the author for the opportunity to read the arc of the book before release date*
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
ARC Review ✍️
Title: The Other Sister
Author: K. D. Wong
Genre: thriller
Pub. date: 26th June 2026
Summary:
Madison and Amelia are twin sisters. Madison took care of their mother, she works as a bartender and now has been left with debt after their mother died. Amelia is married to a rich man, she's always dressed well and it seems she doesn't have to worry about anything. Sisters get into a car accident in which Amelia dies and Madison, trying to run away from her money problems, literally steps into Amelia's shoes. However, is everything as calm as it seemed or has Amelia been keeping secrets? Maybe Amelia's life has never been as easy as Madison has thought.
Opinion:
The author places the characters in the middle of the action in the first chapter. The decision Madison has to make seems like a cruel one. However, I see why she does what she does. Once she settles in a new home with a rich and handsome husband, things start taking a turn for the worse. I loved the plot twists and the quick pace. Amelia's perspective was well written into the script, everything became clear for the reader as well as her twin sister Madison. The book could definitely be read in one sitting, it's short and once you start, it's difficult to put down! The ending left me speechless but at the same time the character deserved it. I wish I could say more but I mustn't spoil it. I recommend reading the book!
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Title: The Other Sister
Author: K. D. Wong
Genre: thriller
Pub. date: 26th June 2026
Summary:
Madison and Amelia are twin sisters. Madison took care of their mother, she works as a bartender and now has been left with debt after their mother died. Amelia is married to a rich man, she's always dressed well and it seems she doesn't have to worry about anything. Sisters get into a car accident in which Amelia dies and Madison, trying to run away from her money problems, literally steps into Amelia's shoes. However, is everything as calm as it seemed or has Amelia been keeping secrets? Maybe Amelia's life has never been as easy as Madison has thought.
Opinion:
The author places the characters in the middle of the action in the first chapter. The decision Madison has to make seems like a cruel one. However, I see why she does what she does. Once she settles in a new home with a rich and handsome husband, things start taking a turn for the worse. I loved the plot twists and the quick pace. Amelia's perspective was well written into the script, everything became clear for the reader as well as her twin sister Madison. The book could definitely be read in one sitting, it's short and once you start, it's difficult to put down! The ending left me speechless but at the same time the character deserved it. I wish I could say more but I mustn't spoil it. I recommend reading the book!
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May 21, 2026
K.D. Wong absolutely had me hooked and guessing the ending the entire time!
Unhinged sisterly love? Family secrets? A seemingly perfect husband who may not be so perfect? YES.
If I had to sum this book up in two words: Imposter & Unhinged. But even that barely scratches the surface because the twists just kept coming, and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen to that slimeball husband!
The pacing made this such an easy, addictive read. I flew through it and stayed fully invested the entire time. Fans of The Housemaid and other fast-paced psychological thrillers will definitely want to pick this up.
One minor critique: about halfway through, the POV changed unexpectedly, and it took me a moment to adjust and fully understand the transition. Once I settled into it, though, I appreciated how it added another layer to the mystery and helped clarify the tension between Madison and Amy.
Overall, this was a twisty, entertaining thriller packed with dysfunctional family dynamics, secrets, and deception. Definitely a fun ride for thriller fans who love unreliable characters and shocking reveals.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. Bravo, K.D. Wong!
Unhinged sisterly love? Family secrets? A seemingly perfect husband who may not be so perfect? YES.
If I had to sum this book up in two words: Imposter & Unhinged. But even that barely scratches the surface because the twists just kept coming, and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen to that slimeball husband!
The pacing made this such an easy, addictive read. I flew through it and stayed fully invested the entire time. Fans of The Housemaid and other fast-paced psychological thrillers will definitely want to pick this up.
One minor critique: about halfway through, the POV changed unexpectedly, and it took me a moment to adjust and fully understand the transition. Once I settled into it, though, I appreciated how it added another layer to the mystery and helped clarify the tension between Madison and Amy.
Overall, this was a twisty, entertaining thriller packed with dysfunctional family dynamics, secrets, and deception. Definitely a fun ride for thriller fans who love unreliable characters and shocking reveals.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. Bravo, K.D. Wong!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
The Other Sister by K.D. Wong (June 2026) [reading in May]
204-page Digital Copy story pages 12-196
Uncorrected Proof ARC/ADC courtesy of Obsidian Books
Genre: Psychological Thriller, Mystery
Rating as a movie: R
Featuring: Sisters, Twins, Imposter Trope, Secret Identity, Affluent People, Family Dynamics, California, Sex, Marital Conflict, Violence, Abuse, Excerpt from Red Flags, Bibliography for K.D. Wong
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️👭🚗
My thoughts: 🔖Page 35 of 204 Chapter 6 - This story is far more interesting than the other book I was reading, although it does have a bit of a popcorn thriller storyline, and the popcorn is a little stale.
I picked this up because of the amazing plot. If you are a fan of Behind Closed Doors or McFadden you will enjoy this fast-paced popcorn thriller. It's a quick read and she manages to fill in every plot hole you think you've found. I did read chapter one of Red Flags and it sounds promising.
Recommend to others: Likely. If you are into quickpace fast fiction this is a perfect story if you want something more complex that takes it's time, this isn't that.
Books and Authors mentioned: De Profundis by Oscar Wilde, Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
204-page Digital Copy story pages 12-196
Uncorrected Proof ARC/ADC courtesy of Obsidian Books
Genre: Psychological Thriller, Mystery
Rating as a movie: R
Featuring: Sisters, Twins, Imposter Trope, Secret Identity, Affluent People, Family Dynamics, California, Sex, Marital Conflict, Violence, Abuse, Excerpt from Red Flags, Bibliography for K.D. Wong
My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️👭🚗
My thoughts: 🔖Page 35 of 204 Chapter 6 - This story is far more interesting than the other book I was reading, although it does have a bit of a popcorn thriller storyline, and the popcorn is a little stale.
I picked this up because of the amazing plot. If you are a fan of Behind Closed Doors or McFadden you will enjoy this fast-paced popcorn thriller. It's a quick read and she manages to fill in every plot hole you think you've found. I did read chapter one of Red Flags and it sounds promising.
Recommend to others: Likely. If you are into quickpace fast fiction this is a perfect story if you want something more complex that takes it's time, this isn't that.
Books and Authors mentioned: De Profundis by Oscar Wilde, Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
May 28, 2026
Review of Advanced Reader Copy from NetGalley
Madison Lockwood switches lives with her now deceased twin sister, Amelia Warren, after they were in a deadly car crash. Madison struggles daily and has nothing, but her obnoxious sister was married to a billionaire. All Maddy has to do is pretend to be her dead sister for a few weeks, enough time to get enough money to start a new life. What could go wrong?
As Madison tries to step into Amelia’s shoes, she tries to convince Amelia’s husband, Vince and son, Jonah that she is her twin sister. As time moves on, Madison learns her sister’s life wasn’t luxurious as she once thought, but actually filled with deep, dark secrets.
I very much enjoyed the premise of this story. The pacing creates an easy read and the author builds a tremendous amount of enjoyable tension as the book goes along. I think there was some unnecessary repetitiveness in a few parts of the book, but overall, it was a twisty thriller with a main character that isn’t exactly likable but definitely tolerable, complete with a satisfying ending.
Thank you to K.D. Wong and Obsidian Books for the advanced copy of The Other Sister.
Madison Lockwood switches lives with her now deceased twin sister, Amelia Warren, after they were in a deadly car crash. Madison struggles daily and has nothing, but her obnoxious sister was married to a billionaire. All Maddy has to do is pretend to be her dead sister for a few weeks, enough time to get enough money to start a new life. What could go wrong?
As Madison tries to step into Amelia’s shoes, she tries to convince Amelia’s husband, Vince and son, Jonah that she is her twin sister. As time moves on, Madison learns her sister’s life wasn’t luxurious as she once thought, but actually filled with deep, dark secrets.
I very much enjoyed the premise of this story. The pacing creates an easy read and the author builds a tremendous amount of enjoyable tension as the book goes along. I think there was some unnecessary repetitiveness in a few parts of the book, but overall, it was a twisty thriller with a main character that isn’t exactly likable but definitely tolerable, complete with a satisfying ending.
Thank you to K.D. Wong and Obsidian Books for the advanced copy of The Other Sister.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this early copy of The Other Sister by K.D. Wong in exchange for an honest review.
I flew through The Other Sister. I love a story about twins. You can do so much with twins in storytelling. K.D. Wong had me absolutely addicted to this book. When I couldn’t be reading I was thinking about what could possibly happen next. I had no idea.
After an accident that kills her sister, Madison decides to pretend to be her sister Amelia and take over the life she thought was perfect. She soon finds out that Amelia’s life was anything but perfect.
This book had me at the edge of my seat the whole time. And it ended better than I expected or could have imagined in my own head. I love that the chapters where short, that always keeps me reading for some reason. This is the first book by K.D. Wong that I have had the pleasure in reading, but it will not be the last.
Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this early copy of The Other Sister by K.D. Wong in exchange for an honest review.
I flew through The Other Sister. I love a story about twins. You can do so much with twins in storytelling. K.D. Wong had me absolutely addicted to this book. When I couldn’t be reading I was thinking about what could possibly happen next. I had no idea.
After an accident that kills her sister, Madison decides to pretend to be her sister Amelia and take over the life she thought was perfect. She soon finds out that Amelia’s life was anything but perfect.
This book had me at the edge of my seat the whole time. And it ended better than I expected or could have imagined in my own head. I love that the chapters where short, that always keeps me reading for some reason. This is the first book by K.D. Wong that I have had the pleasure in reading, but it will not be the last.
May 27, 2026
**E-book received via NetGalley. Thanks to Obsidian Books for sending me this ARC**
4.25/5 ⭐️
• Summary
After her wealthy twin sister Amelia dies, broke bartender Madison Lockwood takes her place, out of vengeance and hope for a better life. Pretending to be Amelia in front of her billionaire husband and his elite circle seems easy… Until Amelia’s young son starts suspecting the truth. As Madison sinks deeper into her sister’s glamorous world, she discovers that Amelia’s perfect life was hiding dangerous secrets, and escaping it might prove impossible….
• My review
I really enjoyed this book. The premise of stepping into a twin sister’s life was original, gripping, and very well executed. The tension throughout the story kept me hooked, and I loved uncovering the secrets hidden behind Amelia’s seemingly perfect life. While a few parts felt a bit repetitive, it never took away from the suspense or my enjoyment of the story. The ending was satisfying and intense, even if it felt slightly rushed and left a couple of loose ends. Overall, this was a compelling psychological thriller that I had a great time reading.
4.25/5 ⭐️
• Summary
After her wealthy twin sister Amelia dies, broke bartender Madison Lockwood takes her place, out of vengeance and hope for a better life. Pretending to be Amelia in front of her billionaire husband and his elite circle seems easy… Until Amelia’s young son starts suspecting the truth. As Madison sinks deeper into her sister’s glamorous world, she discovers that Amelia’s perfect life was hiding dangerous secrets, and escaping it might prove impossible….
• My review
I really enjoyed this book. The premise of stepping into a twin sister’s life was original, gripping, and very well executed. The tension throughout the story kept me hooked, and I loved uncovering the secrets hidden behind Amelia’s seemingly perfect life. While a few parts felt a bit repetitive, it never took away from the suspense or my enjoyment of the story. The ending was satisfying and intense, even if it felt slightly rushed and left a couple of loose ends. Overall, this was a compelling psychological thriller that I had a great time reading.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This book pulled me in pretty quickly and honestly, what a fun ride. The family drama, secrets, and tension between the sisters kept things moving, and I liked never being completely sure who was telling the truth.
The sister relationship was the best part for me. It felt layered and tense, with years of resentment sitting under every conversation. I kept waiting for everything to finally come out, and it was fun watching everything slowly unravel.
Some parts were more predictable than others, and I wanted a little more from a few of the characters, but I still had a good time with it and flew through it in a couple sittings.
Thanks to NetGalley for the advance copy.
The sister relationship was the best part for me. It felt layered and tense, with years of resentment sitting under every conversation. I kept waiting for everything to finally come out, and it was fun watching everything slowly unravel.
Some parts were more predictable than others, and I wanted a little more from a few of the characters, but I still had a good time with it and flew through it in a couple sittings.
Thanks to NetGalley for the advance copy.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Holy crap…. where do I even begin????
from the first line, I was instantly hooked. Like I read 64% in the first night and finished it the next morning. This was absolutely incredible. The short chapters were the absolute way to go, it kept making me want more and more. The way the storyline and the plot flowed was so satisfying and the ending had me screaming. I absolutely loved everything about this book, I am going to be recommending it to everyone I know. A solid 5/5 star for me.
from the first line, I was instantly hooked. Like I read 64% in the first night and finished it the next morning. This was absolutely incredible. The short chapters were the absolute way to go, it kept making me want more and more. The way the storyline and the plot flowed was so satisfying and the ending had me screaming. I absolutely loved everything about this book, I am going to be recommending it to everyone I know. A solid 5/5 star for me.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
i read this book and I read it pretty quickly Maddy wants a better life, but at what cost? Theirs a 6 year old child involved in this messy situation who isn’t fooled. I read this book very quickly. It was worth it. I really liked this book. The characters for me were mostly unlikable. Maddy has her flaws. But so does everyone else. The little boy is the only character who is morally good. The ending was a not what I expected.
Thank you netgalley for this advanced copy!!
Thank you netgalley for this advanced copy!!
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to NetGalley and K.D. Wong for this Arc.
What to say?
It was such a good thriller that had me hooked from page one.
Also, payback is a b**ch.
I completely loved this thriller and omg the ending 🥲
I 1000000% recommend if you love thrillers, blood and gory. Overall I'd totally recommend to almost everyone. Unless thriller isn't your thing.
All I can say is that karma does come around to those who need it and are looking for a taste of their own medicine.
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It was such a good thriller that had me hooked from page one.
Also, payback is a b**ch.
I completely loved this thriller and omg the ending 🥲
I 1000000% recommend if you love thrillers, blood and gory. Overall I'd totally recommend to almost everyone. Unless thriller isn't your thing.
All I can say is that karma does come around to those who need it and are looking for a taste of their own medicine.
May 28, 2026
This was an interesting take on an identical twin plot. I personally find twins to be fascinating, and this book was no exception. Loved the concept and the characters were interesting. My only real criticism would be the excessive use of cost comparisons, in the context of describing items as being worth x number of months’ rent, x number of hours spent working at the bar, etc. The comparisons grew tired after a while.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I was hooked from the first chapter of this book. The author did a great job with the character and relationship development, and there were just the right amount of twists to keep the story interesting. It was one of those books that is very hard to put down. I can totally see this author becoming one of my new faves!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Wow! This was great!
This kept me captivated from the start - what an idea to come up with. Didn’t expect the twist half way through or the ending. Written really well. Great characters & flowed brilliantly. This book will stay in my mind for a while.
This kept me captivated from the start - what an idea to come up with. Didn’t expect the twist half way through or the ending. Written really well. Great characters & flowed brilliantly. This book will stay in my mind for a while.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this book. I had no idea what to expect going into this one and I have to say it really keep me interested! I couldn't put it down. The twists and turns were so good.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Fun twist on a trope. I loved how real the main character was and how we really understood her motivations. I was on the edge of my seat many times and truly scared for the characters. Some things I just did not see coming! Not at all.
There were times I was afraid...it got creepy. There were other times when I was screaming into the book. GIRL, don't do that! Why are you doing that.
The ending was fabulous. Absolutely the perfect way to end it.
If I have one criticism it is that I would have loved for her to use a thesaurus a little more. The word metallic was used a LOT to describe everything from the taste of blood to the ringing in her ears. THere was a lot of metallic in this book. I have a feeling we are going to see this author growing and getting better. I'm here for it!
*I was gifted this book from Netgalley
There were times I was afraid...it got creepy. There were other times when I was screaming into the book. GIRL, don't do that! Why are you doing that.
The ending was fabulous. Absolutely the perfect way to end it.
If I have one criticism it is that I would have loved for her to use a thesaurus a little more. The word metallic was used a LOT to describe everything from the taste of blood to the ringing in her ears. THere was a lot of metallic in this book. I have a feeling we are going to see this author growing and getting better. I'm here for it!
*I was gifted this book from Netgalley
May 26, 2026
I flew through The Other Sister by K.D. Wong!
The story immediately pulled me in: Madison takes over the life of her wealthy identical twin after her death, stepping into a mansion, a marriage, and a life she’s always envied. But the deeper she gets into Amelia’s world, the more obvious it becomes that nothing is quite what it seems, especially to Amelia’s son, who knows Madison isn’t his mother.
I’ll be honest… Madison drove me crazy. She spends so much time justifying her decisions and making objectively terrible choices that there were moments I wanted to shake her. But at the same time, that frustration made the story incredibly hard to put down because I needed to see how far things would spiral.
This one had such an unsettling atmosphere throughout. There’s the constant tension of being watched, the pressure of maintaining the lie, and the growing realization that the people with the most power are often the most dangerous. The commentary on wealth, influence, and the darker side of the tech industry gave the story an extra layer that made it feel even more disturbing.
One of my favorite parts of the book was the reminder that we rarely know what’s really happening behind closed doors. The story challenges the narrative people create in their heads about other people’s lives and relationships.
If you like messy characters, psychological tension, revenge, family secrets, and thrillers that keep you flying through chapters late into the night, this is definitely worth picking up.
Thank you @victoryeditingngc for providing this book for review via NetGalley.
The story immediately pulled me in: Madison takes over the life of her wealthy identical twin after her death, stepping into a mansion, a marriage, and a life she’s always envied. But the deeper she gets into Amelia’s world, the more obvious it becomes that nothing is quite what it seems, especially to Amelia’s son, who knows Madison isn’t his mother.
I’ll be honest… Madison drove me crazy. She spends so much time justifying her decisions and making objectively terrible choices that there were moments I wanted to shake her. But at the same time, that frustration made the story incredibly hard to put down because I needed to see how far things would spiral.
This one had such an unsettling atmosphere throughout. There’s the constant tension of being watched, the pressure of maintaining the lie, and the growing realization that the people with the most power are often the most dangerous. The commentary on wealth, influence, and the darker side of the tech industry gave the story an extra layer that made it feel even more disturbing.
One of my favorite parts of the book was the reminder that we rarely know what’s really happening behind closed doors. The story challenges the narrative people create in their heads about other people’s lives and relationships.
If you like messy characters, psychological tension, revenge, family secrets, and thrillers that keep you flying through chapters late into the night, this is definitely worth picking up.
Thank you @victoryeditingngc for providing this book for review via NetGalley.
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