My Sister, My Love

by Joyce Carol Oates

If you were intrigued by the murder of the pint-sized beauty queen, JonBenet Ramsey, you'll love the latest offering from JCO.

With My Sister, My Love, Oates tells the story of Bliss Rampike's short-lived skating career and her bizarre murder. And the best part? The story is told from her older brother's point of view. Poor Skyler Rampike! First, he's maimed in a gymnastics accident, then he plays second fiddle to his little sis, a skating prodigy, and finally, he is left on his own to mourn the death of his sister.

But that's not all! We also get to read about the dysfunctional marriage of Betsy and Bix Rampike and their social climbing in New Jersey, of all places. And, of course, we are dying to know who killed Bliss. Was it family? Was it a stalker? Oh, reader, you are in for a most satisfying ride.

I really enjoyed this novel. Though it is long, readers are rewarded at the end. And this has definitely made me more curious about the Ramsey case. I'll have to read one of those trashy books about JonBenet!

7/16/08