Firstly, I'd like to thank Hodder and Stoughton for inviting me to read this book.

This is an excellent debut novel about twins that definitely do not get along. It is a twisty thriller that is fresh and will definitely keep you on the edge of your seat till the end.

While it takes a while to find its pace, it' soon turns into a page turner. I just felt that it could have been shorter as it dragged towards the end. Overall, a great start.

I very much look forward to reading more from Sarah Bonner.

3.5/5

This was a very interesting book. Ironically I’ve just read a short story in another net galley book, about identical twins and murder. But are twins ever completely identical, I suspect not? But I might br mistaken,. Perhaps
when they are babies and children until individual personalities emerge and separate preferences in lifestyle, careers,, clothes and partner choices become apparent. The lives of Leah and a Megan turn out very differently and Megan’s husband is soon exposed as an unpleasant individual. It was a page turner with a satisfying conclusion so I would recommend this book and look forward to more from this author.

Her Perfect Twin is a brilliantly twisty tale that will leave your jaw-dropping as you turn the pages. I could not drag myself away from this lockdown thriller. When the lockdown was first imposed, we all found ourselves sitting at home wondering how other people were coping. This book tells a lockdown story that will have you reeling.
Sarah Bonner has delivered a truly mind-blowing debut novel with Her Perfect Twin. She tells her story in various parts, from different characters perspectives allowing one to experience events from different angles. I could not put this book down. I cannot wait to see who this author comes up with next. I will eagerly be waiting for her next novel.
Megan grew up with an identical twin who wanted and took everything she had. When she finds a picture of her sister on her husband’s phone Megan is furious. In search of answers, she visits her estranged sister. When Leah confirms that she has been having an affair with Chris, the ensuing argument turns to murder.
The only way Megan can get away with murder is to become Leah. Her new double life proves challenging, but when lockdown hits, she has no idea how to live two lives. Discovering that someone knows her secret is the last thing she needs.
This is an incredibly twisty tale that had me hooked from start to finish. The author weaves a complex web as she gives you various characters perspectives, never allowing the reader to see what is coming. I loved the twists and turns.
Megan is a wonderfully crafted character that left me loving her while I questioned some of her actions. The author created this complex woman with remarkable detail allowing you to bond with her and support even her worst choices. My heart broke for this insecure, damaged woman and just like that she turns around and shows remarkable strength that left me in awe. There is not a single thing you can fault about the creation of this character.
I loved this story and I gladly gave this book a five-star rating. Her Perfect Twin is one of the best debut novels I have read. I found myself fully engrossed in this book from start to finish. I cannot wait to see what Sarah Bonner send our way next.
Thriller fans are in for a treat when they reach for this book. While it is a lockdown story, it does not focus on the pandemic. It is incredibly twisty and beautifully wrapped up leaving you fully engrossed from start to finish. If you are looking for a complex, twisty tale that will have you reading late into the night – Then I cannot recommend this book highly enough.

Megan has always lived in the shadow of her twin Leah. What Leah wants, Leah takes. When she finds photos of Leah on her husband's phone, she has to have it out with her. But things go badly wrong. So Megan tries to lead a double life as she pretends to be both of them. Except lockdown happens.

Totally fantastic read the author drew me in from the start. I was a little worried when I realised it was set during the pandemic but its not really about it, just the lockdown. Its got a fun side as well as a dark side. Lots of twists and tension. I really enjoyed this book.

4.5 Stars

I read this book in a day. This book has such unique characters and surprising twists and I loved it so much the pages basically turned themselves. I really enjoyed that lockdown was added to the plot without it being a "RONA" book. The tension was palpable and there are characters you love to hate (my favourite kind). Sarah Bonner writes this as though the narrator is speaking directly to the reader and I found that gave the book an intimate feel. What an amazing debut, this was one hell of a read I tell you...pick this book up!

It is hard to believe this is a debut novel, as the unique idea behind this thriller is so superbly executed. Sarah Bonner’s novel explores the relationship between identical twins Megan and Leah whose lives have turned out very differently after Leah turned their family story into a best-selling novel that established her as a famous writer and influencer. Having been bitterly estranged for many years, Megan decides to confront her sister, but their meeting ends with Leah’s murder. In a desperate attempt to avoid detection, Megan embarks on a double life, pretending to continue her life as normal whilst also assuming her sister’s famous persona. But will her husband Chris, her mother-in-law and Leah’s boyfriend Tom, all equally distinctly developed characters, follow her game plan?

I would like to thank the publishers and NetGalley for the free ARC I received in exchange for this unbiased review of what must be one of the best forthcoming thriller releases this year.

4.5 rounded up

To describe Megan’s husband Chris’s standards as exacting is an understatement and he’s most certainly messing with her head. Megan has plenty of baggage as her delightful husband never ceases to remind her. It’s fair to describe her life growing up as dysfunctional and as for her relationship with her twin Leah, it’s very twisted sister. Megan has had enough and decides to confront Leah and it sure is one heck of a confrontation and Megan needs a perfect plan for her perfect twin.

‘Perfect’ is being used with frequency in titles some of which are imperfect, NOT this one! This is just a bit different, it’s a clever psychological thriller that is well written and keeps you constantly in your toes. It’s certainly an exercise in dysfunction, the deliciously dark and devious kind with dastardly discoveries and deepening despair but with devilish developments! I especially like the dark humour which pops up greatly adding to the entertainment value. There are some jaw dropping plot turns that are far from predictable which actually blow your mind keeping you transfixed on the pages. You have no idea who is messing with who but trust me it’s a very juicy game on! Payback really is a (insert as appropriate) bit of a thing! There’s suspense and tension by the truckload. Lockdown of March 2020 is used very cleverly but I hasten to add this is not a Covid story - definitely not. It’s woven into the fabric of the story with its chaos and uncertainty perfectly matching the chaos of ?? whose ?? world, I’m not saying!!! The characterisation is excellent, they’re far from likeable but that’s what makes this such a tasty book! Am I convinced the plot is possible? Do I care? I’m far too engrossed to be remotely bothered!

Overall, what a debut! If you like a jump on a rollercoaster read with as many loop the loops as possible then climb on board this one!

With thanks to NetGalley and especially to Hodder and Stoughton for the much appreciated arc in return for an honest review.

Wow! It's been a long time since I've been properly shocked by a thriller, but the twists and turns in Her Perfect Twin did just that. I won't say more as not to spoil, but I loved these characters and finished this in one very greedy gulp!

I have mixed feeling about this book. Reading the blurb piqued my interest but I found it a bit hit and miss.

I found that the most exciting part of the story happened quickly and then it was about Megan and Leah switching and everyones stories throughout the rest of the book, which I felt went on longer than necessary and I was confused at times as to which twin it was (which may be the idea of the book!) but it just dragged a little.

I enjoyed hearing each characters side and from their point of view but I feel like I was expecting more, which I didn’t get.

It was written well but the storyline didn’t capture me in after a few chapters.

There was a lot of buzz on Twitter about this one alread, so I was so thrilled that I got approved to read this so early on. I went in totally blind. And let me tell you. I read A LOT of thrillers. But this one was PHENOMENAL. Each part left me reeling even more than the previous one. It was so clever and well executed, so well thought of and mapped out. I am still struggling to find words that will make this book justice.

First of all, something which rarely happens to me, the story starts straight from the get go. It doesn't take 50 or 100 pages to get into it, not even 10 pages. It starts from page 1. And that for me was a remarkable thing to do. To have the ability to immerse and engage your reader from page one.

All the way through, I felt I was having heart puplipations, because just when I thought I had everything figured out, there was another plot twist I didn't see coming. One more thing that truly made a tremendous impression, was the fact that the author blended the pandemic (Covid-19) with the storyline so very well, it made me feel I could relate more to what was happening. I know that some books have already started doing this, but I haven't come across with such a relatable depiction of what happened during the lockdowns. So well done and the execution of it was truly superb.

And can we please give a round of applause to the author for making me question everything till the very last page please? Such a clever ending, and such a ingenious way to keep the reader on their toes, till the last few sentences even. It ended just as it begun; intense. And I loved EVERY SINGLE MINUTE of it.

This is how a well written thriller should be. I can't wait to read more from this author.

Thank you to the publisher for an early approval.

Covid has a lot to answer for. When you’re isolated with someone and you just snap it’s almost no surprise. But I don’t want to give too much away other than it’s a very twisty story right up to the end.

The way this book was written made me think I was on a rollercoaster! The twists and turns about which twin was who had me totally engrossed.
I loved the way the characters and storyline went so well together.
Loved this book so much, definitely a book of the year.
Thank you NetGalley.

What a clever plot. Kept me reading well into the night. Absolutely gripping ! Secret upon secret coming to light on every page

Wow! What a thrilling, page-turning debut – guaranteed to keep you guessing till the end!
The story revolves around Megan who decides to confront her identical twin after discovering she has been having an affair with Megan’s husband, Chris. But when their argument ends in murder, Megan has an unusual advantage when it comes to getting away with the crime – she can live both her own and her sister’s lives so no one even finds out her perfect twin Leah is even dead.
Since I already knew the incredibly hooky premise of this book from the blurb, I had a few ideas of how the plot might play out. How wrong I was. Her Perfect Twin was an absolutely wild ride, so much fun to read and kept me gripped right to the very end. Although most of the characters end up doing fairly terrible things, they are all absolutely compelling and Bonner is able to inject some dark humour along the way which I really enjoyed.

Thanks to Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Wow this book was unputdownable! Its definitely a top 2021 read! The story follows Leah and Megan twins who are so alike no one can tell them apart. So when Megan kills her perfect twin she starts leading a double life until March 2020 and the covid lockdown, what then? I won't spoil the story as I would recommend anyone to read this book. But I would say it does contain quite detailed descriptions of domestic abuse which I think is worth warning readers about.

Sarah Bonner has come up with a corker of a concept for this fantastic work of psychological fiction! Such a clever story!

Megan is a twin estranged from her troublesome sister. She is married to the highly attractive but seemingly narcissistic Chris. From the get-go we re are shown that this is not a happy marriage. When a meeting with her estranged twin leads to murder all sorts of craziness ensues. Throw in the 2000 pandemic and subsequent lockdown and the craziness and confusion is amplified!

I absolutely love how cleverly lockdown is used in this novel, it really making things interesting and also relatable as we can no doubt all remember this period in time very clearly!

This is a novel I would highly recommend and I thank NetGalley, publisher and author for the opportunity to review this book in exchange for an advance copy.

First off I have to say for a debut novel this was brilliant. I felt as though it was a little bit different to other thrillers but in a good way. It grabbed me from the first page and I didn't want to put it down. Megan has a twin sister that she has not seen for a long time, we discover later into the story why. When she finds a picture of her sister on her husband's phone she wants to know why. After an argument someone comes worse off and how can you get away with killing your sister is to be her. How can she be two people and live a life? it was an interesting mix of what was going to happen, there are many twists and turns that are unexpected and some expected. It was a very cleverly written story and the ending was dramatic. This is an author I will be looking out for in the future. For a debut novel this was a spectacular read.

this is a great thriller which is set in the current time of lock down, it is brilliantly executed and i enjoyed it. Its a love triangle with great twists and shocks and has a great ending

This book sounded really promising and I really tried to like it but it was just not my 'cup of tea. The characters were SO unlikeable. Their characters seemed to have been made an extreme version of any reality you will ever meet. There seems to be a trend at the moment of books about siblings who have grown up hating each other. I mean really hating each other so as to create a dramatic and ultimately deadly scenario. I'm not a fan. I also found the style of language in this novel too raw and offensive at times. Sorry, the plot has merit but overall I can't say I enjoyed the read.

This book is so good! I really found myself getting involved and confused all at the same time. A very clever plot and good use of the main characters. The "lockdown" added an extra plot twist as well.