My Sister's Keeper

A Novel

By: Jodi Picoult

Narrated by: Richard Poe, Julia Gibson, Barbara McCulloh, Tom Stechschulte, Carol Monda, Jennifer Ikeda, Andy Paris

New York Times best-selling author Jodi Picoult is widely acclaimed for her keen insights into the hearts and minds of real people. Now she tells the emotionally riveting story of a family torn apart by conflicting needs and a passionate love that triumphs over human weakness.

Anna is not sick, but she might as well be. By age 13 she has undergone countless surgeries, transfusions, and shots so that her older sister, Kate, can somehow fight the leukemia that has plagued her since childhood. The product of preimplantation genetic diagnosis, Anna was conceived as a bone marrow match for Kate - a life and a role that she has never challenged...until now. Like most teenagers, Anna is beginning to question who she truly is. But unlike most teenagers, she has always been defined in terms of her sister - and so Anna makes a decision that for most would be unthinkable, a decision that will tear her family apart and have perhaps fatal consequences for the sister she loves.

My Sister's Keeper examines what it means to be a good parent, a good sister, a good person. Is it morally correct to do whatever it takes to save a child's life, even if that means infringing upon the rights of another? Is it worth trying to discover who you really are if that quest makes you like yourself less? Should you follow your own heart or let others lead you? Once again, in My Sister's Keeper, Jodi Picoult tackles a controversial real-life subject with grace, wisdom, and sensitivity.

©2004 Jodi Picoult (P)2004 Simon & Schuster

Incredible!!

My Sisters Keeper starts off slow but gradually becomes extremely riveting towards the climax. The plot twist at the end of the story will have you on the edge of your seat. This story made me cry multiple times!! 👍🏼

Not what I expected!

what an awesome book, well read, I laughed I cried I smiled and I was surprised. This was beautifully written.

Heartbreakingly wonderful on many levels

There are so many layers to this book, I loved the various readers, the individuals stories woven into the overall big picture they are all a part of. I felt empathy for all the characters while yet still forming my personal opinion on the decisions being made or not made. I cried at the end ...... for everyone.

what an amazing storyteller

i could barely stop listening- well done Jodi Picoult. Can’t wait to read another book by this fantastic storyteller.

Very thought provoking …

Starts off slow but I knew if I hung in there was so much more to come. I was right. Compelling story of a family with tough decisions. Without ruining the ending (as so many do in reviews!😡) it was definitely a twist. Loved this book l, but I am a huge fan of Jodi P. so I expect nothing less.

Hard to know what’s right

Love plot in the middle was predictable but also touching. Rewrite of history is important in the plot.

Better than the movie

obviously, original stuff will always be better. save your time and read/listen to this instead of watching the movie! it's sooooo good. the ending though, was a little upsetting though, but sooo good.

Fantastic!

This story was written so well! I enjoyed every minute! Took me through a range of emotions! Thank you Jodi Picoult!

Captivating

I’m so happy and angry about this book. It was so good I couldn’t stop listening. For the first time in a long time it gave me the feels. 100% worth reading/listening to, but be prepared for an emotional rollercoaster

Amazing

Amazing; pulls you in. When you least expect it you’ll be jolted onto a different path.