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The bonds of sisterhood were unbreakable. Until him.
Hannah and Stef have always been inseparable. Raised in a loving family, their world is shaken when they discover their mother had adopted out a child before meeting their father. The arrival of Alex, their enigmatic half-brother, introduces charm, wealth and social prestige, drawing the sisters in. However, his complicated and sinister motives soon surface, testing family loyalty and uncovering dark secrets.
The Half Brother explores themes of loyalty, deception, narcissism and gaslighting, posing the haunting question: do we ever truly know those closest to us?
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Ideal for readers who enjoy psychological thrillers, domestic suspense and intricate family dramas with complex characters and emotional depth.
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WINNER of the 2024 Davitt Award for Best Adult Novel
The bonds of sisterhood were unbreakable. Until him.
Hannah and Stef have always been there for each other. Growing up in a loving family, they’re stunned to discover their mother adopted out a child before their parents met.
When Alex walks into their lives, the sisters are seduced by his charm, wealth, and social status. But as they rush to make up for lost time, it soon becomes apparent their new brother’s agenda is more complicated and sinister than the sisters could have imagined.
A novel about loyalty, secrets, and the insidious effects of narcissism and gaslighting, The Half Brother asks, do we ever really know those we love the most?
Praise for The Half Brother
'Readers who prefer unexpected turns in the narrative will be delighted ... with a twist worthy of Liane Moriarty. The Half Brother is a tense read recommended for fans of domestic suspense.' – Books + Publishing
‘Sinister, suspenseful and tightly written, with an ending I didn't see coming.’ – Vikki Wakefield, author of After You Were Gone
‘An ominous sense of malaise simmers beneath Christine Keighery’s tale of conflicted family loyalties and sibling rivalry, the reverberations of which linger after the last page is turned.’ – Maryrose Cuskelly, author of The Cane
‘The Half Brother is the sort of novel readers dream of – a riveting story about people you truly care for. What makes The Half Brother so special is the fullness and believability of its characters. An impeccably paced and clever psychological thriller with a warm, beating heart.’ – Jacinta Halloran, author of Resistance
Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Praised for its unexpected twists and domestic suspense, The Half Brother has been compared to the works of Liane Moriarty by Books + Publishing. Vikki Wakefield highlights its sinister and suspenseful nature with an unpredictable ending. Maryrose Cuskelly notes the novel's ominous atmosphere and lingering emotional impact, while Jacinta Halloran commends its believable characters and clever psychological depth, calling it an impeccably paced thriller with a warm heart.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781761151507
Publisher: Ultimo Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 April 2023
Country: Australia
Imprint: Ultimo Press
Illustration: Text only
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 153.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 480g
Pages: 352
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About the Author
Christine Keighery (who also writes as Chrissie Perry) is the author of more than thirty-five novels for children and Young Adults. Chrissie wrote thirteen books in the hugely successful Go Girl! Series. Her young adult title, Whisper, won a White Raven and IBBY award and was shortlisted for the CBCA and the WA Premier’s Awards. Her work has been published in ten countries, including the US, UK, Spain, Brazil, Slovenia, and Korea. Christine divides her time between coastal Fairhaven and Southbank, Victoria.
The Half Brother is her first novel for adults.
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