Any great books about dysfunctional adult siblings?

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Ben · Answer

A guide for the perplexed by Dara Horn: it’s a ride and almost a modern day tale about the story of Joseph but through a story about two sisters as well as other interwoven tales…

James Kylstra · Answer

Cassandra at the Wedding: I read this on Lily’s recommendation and really enjoyed it. A bracing story with an unusual, charismatic cast. Pairs well with East of Eden. Thanks Lily!

meg · Answer

The Dutch House by Ann Patchett: Brother Danny and sister Maeve cannot seem to escape their shared traumatic past. Takes place over 50 years.

meg · Answer

Body Language by Meg Howery: Three adult sisters are forced back home to deal with their mother's dementia -- and her last wishes, which not everyone is on board with.

meg · Answer

The Nest by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney: Four adult siblings and a shared trust fund. Need I say more?

Kate · Answer

All My Puny Sorrows by Miriam Toews: Follows two sisters - one, an accomplished pianist who wants more than anything to die, and the other, a screw-up who is trying desperately for her to stay alive. It's dark but also deeply funny, just like life.

I am very close to my sister and this novel is the closest I've come to showing that love, even with all its pain, written out.