A review by apieceofjaaay
My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite

dark emotional funny tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A mildly thrilling but “fun” read. I loved the short chapters and writing style. The chapters felt light even though some of the scenes were kinda gruesome/troubling. 

I thought Korede’s character was interesting and she took a turn, I didn’t expect her to take. Her and Ayoola are really two sides of the same coin. 

My only wish was that they told the real story of how the the father died and how the girls carried out the plans. I think that would’ve gave more clarity to why Ayoola was a killer and why Korede thought of herself as the good one.

Overall I enjoyed this read. Not super scary but enough edge that you would want to finish in one sitting. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Physical abuse, Medical trauma, and Death of parent