Crime Thriller
Date Published: November 10,2025
Abigail Lethican’s world unravels when her husband admits to infidelity. Reeling from his betrayal, she follows him—only to become the prime suspect when he turns up dead. With her trial looming and the media circling, she finds an unexpected ally in her handsome and enigmatic neighbor. As they search for the truth, Abigail discovers her husband's polished facade concealed a maze of dangerous secrets. Sometimes, the deadliest lies hide in plain sight.
Interview with M. J. Slater
What is your favorite part of the book?
I love Abby’s family dynamic during Thanksgiving. I really tried to give each character a unique voice and I love playing around with the dialogue to make it snappy.
Does your book have a lesson? Moral?
Be true to yourself. I think when we date in our twenties, a lot of the time we are trying to please our family and impress our friends. We don’t know who we are yet and we make choices based on feedback rather than being able to look introspectively at what we want and need in life. Abby ultimately pays the price for not trusting her gut.
Are your characters based off real people or did they all come entirely from your imagination?
Totally imagination. My favorite part is when a new character that I hadn’t planned on pops up and it’s like I’m meeting a stranger in real life. I feel like I have no idea what they are going to say or do sometimes. It makes me feel a little crazy but it’s a fun exercise.
Of all the characters you have created, which is your favorite and why?
Devin. I love how sarcastic and insecure he is. That being said, he’s also genuine and caring. It just takes him a while to embrace his softer side.
What character in your book are you least likely to get along with?
Jim. He’s so full of himself. I have no space in my life for such inflated egos.
What would the main character in your book have to say about you?
She would think I’m most like Devin, loveable but prickly.
Do you want each book to stand on its own, or are you trying to build a body of work with connections between each book?
I would love to do a series in the future. Right now, I’m finding I have different stories to tell and each book has been a standalone adventure.
About the Author
M. J. Slater is a native Chicagoan. After attending the University of Chicago, she spent 15 years in finance. She loves film noir, yoga, and walking along Lake Michigan with her dog. She lives in the suburbs with her husband and two girls.
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