Ep 41: Sisters in Grief: Navigating Loss and Love in Blue Sisters

In this episode, Leanne Tran and Chelle Griffin dive into Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors - a raw, layered novel about estranged siblings reunited by grief. Following the death of their sister Nikki, Avery, Bonnie, and Lucky return to their childhood home and are forced to confront the complicated ties that bind them.

Told from alternating perspectives, Blue Sisters explores themes of identity, sisterhood, and the legacy of family. Leanne and Chelle unpack the emotional weight of the book, share their thoughts on the characters’ extreme lives and inner worlds, and reflect on how relatable the story may be for readers with (or without) sisters of their own.

Despite mixed reviews from readers and book club members, both hosts recommend the novel for its compelling storytelling and honest look at love, loss, and healing.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The power and complexity of sisterhood

• Each sister’s unique journey—addiction, ambition, and grief

• Family roles, parental influence, and the burden of birth order

• Romance, resilience, and reinventing yourself after loss

• Why this book sparks mixed reactions—and why it’s still worth the read

• Movie adaptation potential (and their dream cast picks!)

📖 Blue Sisters is a page-turner with emotional depth—perfect for fans of character-driven family dramas.

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