“A Dead Man Speaks” is unlike any book I’ve read this year and honestly, it might be the most memorable. This was my first five-star read of the year, and it deserves every star.

From the very first page, I was hooked. The author’s storytelling is incredibly powerful, weaving together elements of crime, history, passion, and spirituality in a way that felt deeply personal and moving. As a reader, I found myself emotionally invested, constantly thinking about the characters, even when I wasn’t reading.

What stood out most to me was the depth of the characters. Clive, in particular, gripped me from the start. I felt for him, understood him, and continued to empathize with him as his story unfolded. The author has such a skillful way of writing people that you not only connect with them, but you also understand the choices they make, even the difficult and crazy ones.

There were so many themes in this book that hit close to home, and the spiritual layer added a richness that I wasn’t expecting but absolutely appreciated. The blend of realism and emotion was masterfully done.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this ARC. I am officially a fan of this author and eagerly looking forward to whatever she writes next.

Just finished A Dead Man Speaks by Lisa Jones Gentry, and wow… this one left me thinking deeply about justice, redemption, and the power of storytelling.

Told from the perspective of Billy Wayne Sinclair—a man sentenced to death at just 20 years old—this book is raw, honest, and incredibly moving. The way Gentry and Sinclair explore the prison system, personal accountability, and transformation over time gave me chills.

You can feel every word. Every regret. Every moment of growth. It's not just about crime—it's about humanity.

Rating: 4/5
Emotional, thought-provoking, and necessary.

Big thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. If you're into true crime with a twist of hope and introspection, definitely add this to your TBR!

This book completely grabbed me from the first page.
Thank you to Sibylline Digital first and NetGalley for this copy for my honest unbiased review.
The author really brought Clive January to life Black investment banker in New York City – you feel his struggles, his sadness, and the weight of his life. Following Detective Bob's investigation was equally compelling; he's this racist detective tackling a case everyone else gave up on. The story deals with some heavy stuff – racism and hatred – but it's handled with such power. I kept thinking about it long after I finished reading. Will they solve Clive's murder? You'll have to read it to find out! Highly recommend.