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Margot Landry is a psychotherapist, and Connie Minae is her new client. Margot records every online session. Something is off about Connie and as Margot thinks she figures it out, Connie is murdered. As the mystery about Connie deepens, Margot and her new best friend, Joan Pierse, are receiving threatening messages as they scour the session videos to find the truth...one that was there the whole time.
341 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 23, 2026
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March 11, 2026
J.T. McNair is now two for two in satisfying the thrill of a good twist. From the very beginning, I had a few theories on how this story might unfold, and up until the very end the possibility remained that I would be left disappointed as the story felt predictable. Well, I certainly must eat crow on this one. What McNair promised, he delivered.
In addition to the twist, I enjoyed the author’s commentary on the criminal justice system. Within a portion of the book, the reader assumes the role of a spectator in a courtroom, learning facts of a crime as they unfold throughout the trial. This accurate demonstration of how carefully crafted maneuvers can manipulate public opinion by planting seeds of doubt runs parallel to how the author unfolds this story.
Also, as a fellow professional within the realm of counseling, I very much appreciated his fearless and honest portrayal of the rare but brilliant and truly authentic professional…the one is who is straightforward, blunt and lovingly confrontational…the one who leads with gentle toughness and humor to highlight discrepancies between someone’s goals and actions in order to encourage accountability and growth. As minorities within the profession, these folks often catch flak as society currently favors a ‘sunshine and rainbows’ approach. I wanted to high-five the author a thousand times as Margot and her own therapist Mike embody and celebrate this therapeutic approach.
Furthermore, similar to the author’s debut novel (and real life), the book introduces characters I felt conflicted about. Joanie, for instance, often makes me laugh with her perfectly timed injection of dark humor while in other moments I want nothing more than to duct tape her mouth shut. Oh, and the crass nature of these women…well, not just the women but many of the characters…this is not an uncommon personality in the New Orleans area. The author once again captures a part of the culture that only locals would understand.
Bravo to another job well done. I’m looking forward to the next thrill.
In addition to the twist, I enjoyed the author’s commentary on the criminal justice system. Within a portion of the book, the reader assumes the role of a spectator in a courtroom, learning facts of a crime as they unfold throughout the trial. This accurate demonstration of how carefully crafted maneuvers can manipulate public opinion by planting seeds of doubt runs parallel to how the author unfolds this story.
Also, as a fellow professional within the realm of counseling, I very much appreciated his fearless and honest portrayal of the rare but brilliant and truly authentic professional…the one is who is straightforward, blunt and lovingly confrontational…the one who leads with gentle toughness and humor to highlight discrepancies between someone’s goals and actions in order to encourage accountability and growth. As minorities within the profession, these folks often catch flak as society currently favors a ‘sunshine and rainbows’ approach. I wanted to high-five the author a thousand times as Margot and her own therapist Mike embody and celebrate this therapeutic approach.
Furthermore, similar to the author’s debut novel (and real life), the book introduces characters I felt conflicted about. Joanie, for instance, often makes me laugh with her perfectly timed injection of dark humor while in other moments I want nothing more than to duct tape her mouth shut. Oh, and the crass nature of these women…well, not just the women but many of the characters…this is not an uncommon personality in the New Orleans area. The author once again captures a part of the culture that only locals would understand.
Bravo to another job well done. I’m looking forward to the next thrill.
March 3, 2026
I know the author, so I of course had to read his book and support him! I thoroughly enjoyed the storyline. He, the author, has described himself as more of a storyteller than an author, and it's evident in his books. It's great story telling! Some parts of the book didn't seem to flow very smoothly, and I really wish he had a better editor/proof reader to correct much of the grammar and spelling, but overall I would still recommend the book for it's story and especially the ending! Wow! I won't elaborate except that it made it all worth the read. I am no English major myself and this review is just that - my thoughts on the book.
I really enjoyed his 1st book Should I Go On and I look forward to any future books he may publish. Wishing you all the best JT!
I really enjoyed his 1st book Should I Go On and I look forward to any future books he may publish. Wishing you all the best JT!
February 16, 2026
I certainly biased, but it's a fun ride to the gut punching twist. ~J.T.
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