If you’re on the fence about this book, GET IT! That’s Not My Name is one of those rare finds that grips you from the first page and doesn’t let go until the very end. Recommended by so many people in my psychological thriller Facebook group, this book came with high expectations—and it delivered on every front. Lally’s writing is excellent, drawing you deep into a raw, thought-provoking, and emotionally charged story.

This story had me hooked, wondering what was around each corner, and by the end, I was truly in tears (not the dignified kind either—I’m talking full ugly crying). Lally’s characters are unforgettable: there’s one you’ll love, and others you’ll absolutely despise. But beyond the gripping storyline, this book shines a light on the tragic reality of police tunnel vision. So many innocent people find themselves ensnared in the justice system, paying the price for crimes they didn’t commit, simply because authorities become fixated on a particular theory and ignore any evidence that contradicts it. Lally doesn’t just write a thriller; she raises an issue that resonates in our society and leaves you thinking long after the last page.

Congrats to Megan Lally on an impressive debut! I hope she has a long and successful career, and if she continues writing stories like this, I’m absolutely here for it.