Cassie, is a podcast host with a unique focus: the victims of serial killers, after tragedy struck her own family her podcast has become wildly popular and she uses the money to support her and her sister.  Cassie and Lenora, her twin have always had a special bond having been monoamniotic twins in utero, Lenora being the weaker twin, Cassie has always felt a deep guilt and protectiveness towards her. After what happened at home, Cassie moved them to a secluded cabin away from prying eyes, but Lenora has never got over the incident and is reclusive, only leaving the cabin to use the outhouse, she carries with her a black Polaroid camera and a silver dollar, that once belonged to their father wherever she goes.

The cabin is situated in what was once a popular camping ground but is now mostly deserted. When the landowner passes away, Sarah takes over the running of things. However, when a family visits using one of the cabins for a long weekend, their daughter, Tilly, goes missing, only to be found dead. The mother immediately accuses Lenora, igniting suspicions within Cassie, especially when she discovers Lenora's coin near the scene of the crime. Can Lenora really be capable of such a deed?

The prose is beautifully crafted, drawing readers into the story with vivid descriptions and palpable tension. The plot uses dual timelines, skilfully alternating between past traumas and current mysteries, which can sometimes be confusing but ultimately leads to a breathtaking twist that I didn't anticipate until the last moment.

The narrator delivers an exceptional performance, keeping listeners engrossed in the story with impeccable pacing and emotional depth.

“When She Was Me" is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of family, identity, past trauma and the darkness which resides within us all. Bush's accomplished storytelling and unexpected twists make this a wonderfully gripping thriller to the vey end.