96 pages • 3 hours read
Oyinkan BraithwaiteMy Sister, the Serial Killer
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite follows Korede, a dedicated nurse in Lagos, who protects her younger sister Ayoola, a beautiful woman who serially kills her admirers. Korede cleans up the crime scenes and confides in a coma patient Muhtar. Complications arise when Ayoola attracts the attention of Korede’s love, Dr. Tade.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Oyinkan Braithwaite's My Sister, the Serial Killer delivers a darkly humorous and fast-paced narrative that explores sibling loyalty and moral dilemmas. Critics praise its sharp wit and unique voice, though some find its brevity limits character development and thematic depth. Overall, it's an engaging, thought-provoking read with a distinctive style.
Who Should Read My Sister, the Serial Killer?
Readers who relish dark humor, psychological thrillers, and complex family dynamics will enjoy My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and Paula Hawkins's The Girl on the Train will appreciate the novel's blend of suspense and sharp wit.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Satire
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Relationships: Family
Natural World: Nurture v. Nature
Values/Ideas: Beauty