My thanks to both NetGalley and the publisher Penguin Group- Putnam for an advance copy of this book of mystery dealing with family dynamics, making amends and of course murder.

Being the black sheep in a family, the person that much was expected from, and yet never came to fruition strains a family in many ways. Especially in a family that values restraint, and control of actions, as their livelihoods are based on this. Doubts will always be there. Actions will always be questioned, and even when helping another member of the family, blame will be aimed directly at the mess-up of the family. The one who couldn't hack it, and fell down. However, once one has hit bottom, there is only one way to go, and though the family might have given up on a person, maybe the black sheep hasn't given up on the family. The Truth about the Devlins by bestselling author, Lisa Scottoline is a story of murder, the betrayals and lies that families hide behind, and getting back to one's feet after having everything swept away.

Thomas Jefferson Devlin, known as TJ, is better known as the failed Devlin, the one who had it all, but messed it all up. A problem with alcohol cost TJ his job, his family's respect, and his freedom for a period of time. With a criminal record jobs are scarce, and TJ is filling time in a made-up job at his family's firm, working with his father, brother and sister, and trying to make amends. TJ's brother, John, comes to him with a dilemma. Somehow a client is dead, and John might have had a part in it. But the scene of the supposed muder is lacks a body, nor evidence of a crime. Though the body does turn up later, killed in a different way than John says. John begins to badmouth TJ to his family, saying that TJ is drinking again, something that everyone believes. And the more TJ investigates the more he finds out about himself, his family, and the perfect world he was once a part of.

A different kind of work by Scottoline, but a good story nonetheless. This is as much an investigation of how families interact as it is a mystery of murder and what happened. Scottoline is really good at developing characters and TJ for all his faults is not only interesting, but a funny character to have as narrator. One of the few to actually try and accept the blame for his mistakes, TJ stands out in a book loaded with people who seem to treat ethics like a four-letter word. Though again TJ does have a few weird moments. The story is good, starting strong and keeping the momentum going, never slowing down, nor losing the narrative. A lighter book for Scottoline, but after the last few one could understand why.

This is an enjoyable read and one that her fans will quite enjoy. A title to keep in mind for Mother's Day.

I've read my share of books from this author and this is defiantly not her best.
Fast read that doesn't really keep your interest .
Thanks NetGalley for advance copy.

Thank you to PENGUIN GROUP Putnam, G.P. Putnam's Sons, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this eARC!

I have been a Lisa Scottoline fan for quite a while since I started reading her in high school after my mom started suggesting her books. I wasn't sure what to expect from this one due to the plot and change from typical main character. The plot very quickly pulled me in and I really enjoyed the fact that TJ was not a perfect character. He had flaws and vulnerabilities, but was also strong and reflective. His character's willingness to seek the truth and do good while also seeming true to himself made this story very compelling. I think I am going to miss reading from TJ's POV and hearing about Mango and the rest of his family. The Holmesburg cases definitely added another level to the story and I have started to research more about it. Brava to Scottoline for bringing more attention to his horrific time in our history. Overall, another great addition to Scottline's oeuvre!

I always love a good legal thriller and this one by Lisa Scottoline is great! Family drama at it's finest!
Very fast read !
Thank you Net Galley for allowing me to read and review this book!

Another fast read thriller from Lisa Scottoline! A member of a well to do Philadelphia family, the main character is a recovering alchoholic who is struggling day by day to stay sober. Working as a Private Investigator in his family's law firm, his older brother reveals a secret which will tear this family apart. A quick suspenceful read that you won't stop until the end. I live near the area that the author writes about, everything is so familar. Kudos to the aurhor.

WOW! This is one of those “stay up past your bedtime” books. I definitely did. I love that the black sheep son who is taken for granted, served time and is an alcoholic ended up being the hero of the story. The dysfunctional family is very well depicted and real and the situations are also realistic. Don’t miss this book! I received an arc of this book from NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.

I love a story about a dysfunctional family and all the webs between relationships. I have read many Lisa Scottoline books and have yet to be disappointed, this book is no exception. I loved the story and all the layers within. I can't wait to purchase a physical copy to add to my bookshelf. thank you Netgalley for the ARC.

Lisa Scottoline does it again. The Truth About the Devlins is an intense legal thriller with family drama. TJ a recovering alcoholic, the black sheep of his family, works at his family’s law firm as an investigator. When his brother, a lawyer in the family law firm confides in TJ information about embezzlement and that he may have killed a man.T TJ is suddenly caught up in deception, and attempted murder. As TJ investigates his life is threatened., the story moves fluidly from past bro present. And the different storylines combine to for an intense story about a family with all their flaws, and the law. It was easy to get drawn into this story which moved fast with plenty of twists and turns.

Wow, what a story! I love that the story was only told through the viewpoint of TJ. The author weaves an interesting mystery as the reader tries to unravel the truth about this dysfunctional family. I found the added story of the prison trials to be so captivating.

Thanks so much to netgalley and the publisher for the arc. The opinions are my own.

I must say I enjoyed this easy read. I fell in love with the Devlin family. The characters were relatable., and felt like members of my own family. The book is told from TJ Devlin’s perspective. TJ’s brother John needs his help with a possible murder, and nobody can be trusted. TJ is committed to helping his brother. He has his sobriety battle, being a disappointment to his family (mainly his father), and his dead end relationship.

The Truth About The Devlin’s will draw you in immediately. I was fooled. I thought I had every thing figured out but how wrong I was. I hope you enjoy this quick pace read as much as I did. I give it 4 solid ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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I enjoyed reading the latest book by Lisa Scottoline. I love how the dynamics of this family come to life, how the bad son becomes the good son and the family sees what is really right. It was a quick read for me, under 2 hours and very enjoyable.

This was a super fast paced and fun read. The MC TJ was a complex character and very lovable. I felt enthralled the whole time and actually read this book in one sitting. The pacing was pretty good, and I thought it came to a solid close!

This was a great read with family drama! I enjoyed the read about the devil in the family. The black sheep, TJ, and his family of lawyers get into a situation in which the older brother puts the blame on TJ. It was a great read. Thank you for NetGalley for letting me read this book.

I haven’t read a lot of crime thrillers before but I definitely found this book enjoyable. It was a tad predictable but nonetheless it was good. It was a nice ending wrapping everything up and given closure.

This is the first Lisa Scottoline book I’ve read, and I found it to be fast paced and fun to read. I felt agreat deal of empathy for TJ who is a recovering alcoholic and the black sheep of the family. He came across as a genuine guy and easy to root for even though he made several life changing mistakes. He took responsibility for them and learned valuable lessons. The depiction of the alcoholic is very realistic with the lack of trust from family and the day-to-day struggle to stay sober. The character development was so good that I wanted to punch the father for being so hardnosed, hug the sister for her compassion and love and I really disliked the brother for being such a d@#k. The family dynamic and the power struggle within it was well written.
There were a lot of twists and turns in the story that came together very well in the end and were believable and didn’t feel like they were made to fit in the storyline. I hope we see more of TJ in a following book.
Thank you for Netgallery and G P Putnam for providing me with an ARC for an honest review.

The Devlins, a family of lawyers and one black sheep face their downfall in this gripping novel. TJ, the disappointment of the family, is a charming, likeable character, trying to make a better name for himself. As he tries to help his brother, John, he ends up in the middle of controversy. I enjoyed this mystery, it kept me engaged and waiting to get to the end.

The Truth About the Devlins, by Lisa Scottoline

Thank you to Putnam Books and NetGalley for the ARC ebook of The Truth About the Devlins. I appreciate the opportunity to read this.

Although this book was not a favorite of mine, it was an okay read. I didn’t care about any of the characters in this story. At first I had a soft spot for TJ, the alcoholic brother that did time in prison, but as it went on and on, I just wanted him to grow up and be a man for once.

I like Lisa Scottoline’s writing and she is one of my favorite authors, but this book just wasn’t up to par with some of her other books I’ve read.

I’m really hoping she’ll do another historical fiction book. Both, Eternal and Loyalty were by far my favorites of her books. Look forward to more from her.

Lisa Scottoline can do no wrong in my book. She is an auto-read author for me! I will recommend again and again.

This was such a good thriller. It kept me on the edge of my seat with all of the twists and turns. I really enjoyed all of the characters. Another home run for Lisa Scottoline!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc in exchange for an honest review!!!

I believe I've read everything Lisa Scottoline has written. Most involve law firms, and this one was no exception. As my father was an attorney, I've taken a particular interest in this genre. The Devlins are all exceptional achievers.... except for one. He's a struggler with a prison term behind him. Can he redeem himself both in his own eyes as well as his family's?