" ""A moving and compelling tale exploring the heartbreak one impulsive lie can cause, breaking apart a family. Deft and confident, this book has it all: emotive and gripping in equal measure. Had to stop myself gulping it down in one go!"" Louise Mumford An accident and a terrible lie by sixteen-year-old Angie tears her family apart and her younger sister, Lisa, being sent away. They don't speak for thirteen years, until their mother's death brings them together. Lisa quickly realises her sister is trapped in a dangerous marriage. What does Lisa owe to the family that betrayed her? And if she tries to help, will she make things more dangerous for them all? A powerful story of domestic violence, courage and forgiveness. "Emotional, thought-provoking and highly recommended." Jan Baynham "A masterclass in blending family dynamic - grief, empathy and blame mix into a glorious emotional canvas." Phil Rowlands "

A moving study of the deep feelings - jealousy, love, anger, and revenge - that can break a family apart. ... Sisters is another absorbing, emotional and thought-provoking creation from the wonderful Judith Barrow.
Janet Laugharne
Two sisters torn apart by a terrible lie.In shock after an unbearable accident. Angie lets her sister Mandy take the blame, thinking she's too young to get into trouble. But she's wrong. Mandy is hounded, bullied and finally sent to live with their aunt, where she changes her name to Lisa and builds a new life, never wanting to see her sister again. Angie's guilt sends her spiralling into danger. Thirteen years later, they meet again at their mother's funeral. Lisa starts to suspect something is wrong. Angie seems terrified of her husband, and their father is hiding something too.
What does Lisa owe to the family that betrayed her?
I knew I was in for a treat. I wasn't disappointed... I couldn't wait to find out what happened to Lisa and Angie... A tale with characters that linger in your mind after you close the book.
Jacqueline Harrett