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Monday, May 16, 2016

Sister Dear by Laura McNeill


Two Sisters, one jealous sister, and a trail of unbelievable acts.

Could you really be that jealous of someone and have such a desire for revenge t​hat you would go to any lengths ​t​o ruin that person's life?

​We meet Allie as she is released from prison after​ ​ten years for a crime she didn't commit, Emma, Allie's sister who raised Allie's daughter, and Caroline, Allie's 15-year-old daughter.

Allie was released from prison and returned to her home town in hopes of reconciling with her daughter, but all wasn't easy especially in the small town of Brunswick where the residents didn't forget what happened ten years ago and wouldn't change what they believed.

Allie knew she hadn't killed a man, but the jury and the town still accused her and shunned her.

Being a felon in her small, home town wasn't working out too well for Allie.  Emma subtly and cruelly made things difficult for her sister and niece and would stop at nothing to keep Caroline as her own.  Caroline was embarrassed to have anyone know her mother was out of prison and back in Brunswick.

All of the characters had a lot of baggage to deal with along with the jealousy factor that definitely did a lot of personal damage.

The characters in SISTER DEAR were for the most par​t ​not trustworthy.

Emma was a sister that I am glad was not mine.

The sheriff was not likable at all and definitely a ​sheriff who had some secrets. 

I liked Allie and Caroline, though, because they seemed genuine.

SISTER DEAR is unmistakably a tension-building page turner that keeps your interest from the opening sentence.

Be sure you have a lot of time when you begin SISTER DEAR because you won’t be able to stop reading.  

The last 20 pages became even more suspenseful...I was nervous.  :)  5/5

This book was given to me free of charge and without compensation by the publisher and Litfuse Publicity in return for an honest review.
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33 comments:

  1. Kathy Reads FictionMay 16, 2016 at 6:34 AM

    Oh, Sister Dear looks really interesting! Great review, as always, Elizabeth.

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    1. ElizabethMay 16, 2016 at 7:14 AM

      Thanks, Kathy.

      It was tense. ;)

      Thanks for stopping, Kathy.

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    2. Dr. Laura McNeillMay 22, 2016 at 10:03 PM

      Thank you, Kathy!!! <3
      Laura

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  2. Carole RaeMay 16, 2016 at 9:56 AM

    oooo! Actually sounds pretty good. The summary, it seems, doesn't do it justice!

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    1. ElizabethMay 16, 2016 at 10:05 AM

      Do you mean the summary on the book jacket?

      It is a good read.

      Thanks for stopping, Carole Rae.

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    2. Dr. Laura McNeillMay 22, 2016 at 10:03 PM

      Thank you Carole! Will have to work on my book jacket summary :)

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  3. Crystal Martin - Cinnamon HollowMay 16, 2016 at 2:28 PM

    Hi Elizabeth,
    This was definitely a great read! I agree it's one you want to dedicate the weekend to because once you start you don't want to put it down! Great review!

    Thanks for stopping by Cinnamon Hollow!

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    1. ElizabethMay 16, 2016 at 3:20 PM

      Thanks for stopping, Crystal.

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    2. Dr. Laura McNeillMay 22, 2016 at 10:04 PM

      Thank you Crystal!!! I am SO glad you enjoyed it!!!! xo, Laura

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  4. Mary (Bookfan)May 16, 2016 at 4:06 PM

    Definitely want to read it at some point!

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    1. ElizabethMay 16, 2016 at 4:24 PM

      I hope you get to read it.

      Thanks for stopping, Mary.

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    2. Dr. Laura McNeillMay 22, 2016 at 10:04 PM

      Mary - Would love to hear what you think if you have time to read it!!! xo, Laura

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  5. UnknownMay 16, 2016 at 5:45 PM

    Wow! Great review. I'm very interested in this one. :)
    @dino0726 from 
    FictionZeal - Impartial, Straightforward Fiction Book Reviews

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    1. ElizabethMay 18, 2016 at 9:45 AM

      Thanks.

      I think you will like it, Diane.

      Thanks for stopping, Diane.

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    2. Dr. Laura McNeillMay 22, 2016 at 10:04 PM

      She did a lovely job reviewing it, didn't she? Would love to hear what you think!

      Laura

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    3. ElizabethMay 22, 2016 at 11:16 PM

      Thanks, Laura.

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  6. SukoMay 18, 2016 at 1:57 AM

    Elizabeth, your review compels me to get this book! It sounds riveting.

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    1. ElizabethMay 18, 2016 at 9:46 AM

      It was very tense and riveting.

      Thanks for stopping, Suko. I hope you get to read it.

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    2. Dr. Laura McNeillMay 22, 2016 at 10:05 PM

      Suko - I was thrilled to read her review! I hope you are able to check out Sister Dear! xo, Laura

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    3. ElizabethMay 29, 2016 at 7:02 PM

      Thank you, Laura.

      Loved your book as you can tell. :)

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  7. STILLMAGNOLIAMay 18, 2016 at 12:07 PM

    Loved your review...Love your blog....Love that picture. Where is that taken? The rainbow row of houses.

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    1. ElizabethMay 18, 2016 at 5:45 PM

      Hello....thank you about the review, thank you about loving my blog, and thank you for loving my picture. :)

      Photos was taken in Portree, Scotland. Adorable town.

      Thanks for stopping, STILLMAGNOLIA.

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    2. Dr. Laura McNeillMay 22, 2016 at 10:06 PM

      Gorgeous photo! I agree! Thank you so much for stopping by!!! xo, Laura

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  8. Literate HousewifeMay 18, 2016 at 8:34 PM

    First of all, my two daughters are named Emma and Allison (Ally for short) This sounds wonderful, though, despite the fact that I would see my daughters as adults in those roles. LOL! I think it would be hilarious to read a book with a sister named Emma that no one would want. I have a feeling that Allison often feels that way. :)

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    1. ElizabethMay 18, 2016 at 9:43 PM

      LOL for sure.

      Thanks for stopping, Literste Housewife.

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    2. Dr. Laura McNeillMay 22, 2016 at 10:02 PM

      How crazy is that??? I love those two names... ! Hope that you are able to read the book and enjoy it!!

      xo, Laura

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    3. ElizabethMay 29, 2016 at 7:03 PM

      A fun coincidence. :)

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  9. Dr. Laura McNeillMay 22, 2016 at 10:01 PM

    I AM HONORED ... and especially loved htis comment ... (The last 20 pages became even more suspenseful...I was nervous!)

    Thank you so very much, Elizabeth, for this lovely and heartfelt review of SISTER DEAR!

    It means the world to me that you showcased the book on your blog!

    xo, Laura

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    1. ElizabethMay 22, 2016 at 11:14 PM

      I am honored that you, the author, took the time you stop as well as comment. Thanks.

      And what a nice touch that you replied to comments from other folks who stopped by.

      You are welcome, and thanks for stopping, Laura. Thank you also for a great read.

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  10. Inklings and NotionsMay 24, 2016 at 8:15 PM

    Excellent review! I have to agree with you that a lot of the characters were not trustworthy, nor very likeable!
    I didn't see parts of the ending coming. It was fun to have some surprises.:)

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    1. ElizabethMay 25, 2016 at 7:07 AM

      Thanks, Amanda.

      The book was full of surprises.

      Thanks for stopping.

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  11. MelissaMay 31, 2016 at 6:57 PM

    In my TBR. Excited to read it. Great review and congrats on being selected as blog of the month!

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    1. ElizabethJune 1, 2016 at 9:17 PM

      Thank you, Melissa. It is so nice to be complimented on a review. :)

      It also was exciting to be named Blog Of The Month.

      It was a good book.

      Thanks for stopping, Melissa.

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