Book Review: "That's Not My Name" by Megan Lally
Oh boy… where do I even start? This book is an emotional rollercoaster! From the very first page, That’s Not My Name grabs hold of you and refuses to let go. The details, the timing, the emotions—it all pulls you in and keeps you guessing right up until the last word. Just when you think you’ve got the ending all figured out, bam —you're questioning everything. Okay, spoiler alert ahead: The story is told from two perspectives— Girl (later referred to as "Mary") and Drew. Now, I’ve got a personal preference here: I usually don’t love dual perspectives in books. There, I said it. Maybe it’s just me, but following two different people, their emotions, and their storylines can be tough. I tend to prefer a single character's narrative. But despite that, this book does a good job of balancing both perspectives. So, let’s dive in. The book opens with Girl waking up in a ditch, alone, unconscious, and with no memory of how she got there. Naturally, she d...