My Sister's Shadow

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Author
January Gilchrist
Publisher
Penguin
Genre
Fiction
Released
24 June, 2025
ISBN
9798892422321

My Sister’s Shadow

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Synopsis

Envy and desire infiltrate the lives of twin sisters in this dark, Gothic suspense set in England and New York City, perfect for fans of Laura Joh Rowland and Hester Fox.A mirror will never show you the truth.England, 1904. Mirror twins Adelaide and Victoria have spent their lives in orbit of each other– doomed to be in the other’s shadow, their lives are intertwined and inextricable as each other’s identical inverse. Adelaide is dutiful and reserved, happy to remain in her childhood home, Harewood Hall, forever. Victoria wishes for a thrilling life, exploring the world and finding a great romance–but the twins cannot live apart.Visiting Lord Stanley bewitches Victoria with his talk of a life of luxury in New York, but it is obedient Adelaide whom he marries against her will and to Victoria’s fury. Together, they all move to New York and begin a new life.Adelaide finds herself trapped in a gilded cage on Fifth Avenue with no one but her angry and tempestuous twin for company. Amid the glamor of the upper class, Adelaide is captivated by the independent and educated women of the elite social circle Mrs. Astor’s 400. As Adelaide’s star rises, tensions begin to surface between the sisters, and as Adelaide grows apart from her twin for the very first time, Victoria descends into a rage-fueled darkness that threatens everything and anyone standing in her way.Darker and darker with every turn of the page, this Gothic suspense will enrapture readers of Daphne du Maurier and Laura Purcell.
January Gilchrist
About the author

January Gilchrist

January Gilchrist is a historical writer with a passion for mystery, and when she’s not found soaking up the Queensland sun with her two young sons, she can be found eavesdropping on conversations in cafés and making up entire backstories (and murderous intents) for unsuspecting bystanders. When she grows up, she’d like to be Miss Marple.

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    1. Mossbarger says:

      Wow, this sounds like a truly captivating read! The dynamic between Melanie and Lily, especially with the husband involved, already has me hooked. I love psychological thrillers that delve into family secrets and betrayals. Definitely adding this to my ‘must-read’ list! When you need to reduce stress, you can play drive mad game

    2. Demetrios says:

      As someone with siblings, the idea of ‘My Sister’s Shadow’ really resonates. Sibling relationships can be so complex, and adding betrayal into the mix just ratchets up the tension. I’m curious to see how the author unpacks the jealousy and its destructive power. Sounds intense! By the way,When you need to reduce stress, you can play doodle baseball.

    3. McCollam says:

      I’ve already read ‘My Sister’s Shadow,’ and it completely blew me away! The twists and turns kept me guessing until the very end. If you’re looking for a gripping psychological suspense novel that you won’t be able to put down, this is it. Highly recommend! Finally, recommend a stress-relieving drift boss game.

    4. Morganstein says:

      Another psychological thriller about sibling rivalry and secrets? While the premise sounds intriguing, I hope it brings something fresh to the genre. Sometimes these plots can feel a bit repetitive. What really sets this one apart from others? By the way, try Ragdoll Archers for super fun archery gameplay when you want to relax!

    5. Demetrios says:

      The description of Melanie becoming the prime suspect after Lily’s disappearance makes me think there’s so much more to their relationship than meets the eye. I’m keen to see the psychological depth of these characters and how their past shapes their actions. Love a good character-driven suspense! For instant naming inspiration, Name Generator offers custom categories and endless ideas!