Breaking Down the Twisty Ending of The Better Sister

Spoiler alert: Details ahead for The Better Sister
Just as the elite of New York City gets ready for the summer in the Hamptons, Amazon Prime has released a thriller about a high-profile lawyer who is found dead in his Hamptons residence. The TV series, The Better Sister, based on Alafair Burke’s novel of the same name, was made available on May 29. It follows magazine executive Chloe Taylor (Jessica Biel) as she investigates the murder of her husband, Adam (Corey Stoll). The main suspect is quickly revealed to be Chloe and Adam’s son, Ethan (Maxwell Acee Donovan), uncovering a complex and dark family dynamic beneath the glamour and glitz.

The tension escalates when Chloe’s estranged sister, Nicky (Elizabeth Banks), reenters her life to help navigate the legal proceedings as Ethan stands trial for Adam’s murder. Chloe has always seen herself as the “better sister,” with a stable job and seemingly perfect family, while Nicky, dealing with addiction, is perceived as someone who can’t get her life together. However, by the end, viewers may reconsider what truly defines a better sister. The show is a classic mystery, delving into the family drama in this thriller and its unexpected conclusion.

The central question in The Better Sister revolves around who killed Adam Taylor. Chloe and Adam live a luxurious life, owning a penthouse in Manhattan with a view of Central Park and a second home in the Hamptons. By day, Chloe runs a women’s magazine, while Adam works at a prestigious law firm. They frequent galas and events by night.

One evening at their Hamptons residence, Chloe discovers her husband dead in their living room. By the second episode, Ethan is arrested for the murder after his DNA is found under Adam’s fingernails. The plot thickens when Chloe’s sister, Nicky, is contacted by the police, as she is Ethan’s biological mother, adding more complexity to the narrative.

The family’s secrets are exposed during Ethan’s trial. Ethan discloses that Nicky gave him a phone and they were in contact behind Chloe and Adam’s backs. Evidence linking Ethan to threatening messages about his father further complicates the case. The series culminates in a surprising verdict, with Ethan being found not guilty. However, revelations continue even after the trial, shedding light on hidden truths and the real dynamics within the family.

The conclusion of The Better Sister unveils a twist, revealing the true events leading to Adam’s death. Ethan’s actions are motivated by a desire to protect Chloe, and the truth behind his DNA found at the crime scene is exposed. The show ends with Chloe being the only one aware of the actual perpetrator, showcasing a newfound bond between the once-estranged sisters, Chloe and Nicky, as they reflect on their shared experiences.