Divorce can be murder . . . and divorce lawyers can get murdered.
I’m Kim DeLuca – assistant to Ollie Spalding, Connecticut’s most successful divorce lawyer. I’m the one who keeps his empire running while he charms his way through every courtroom in the state.
Ollie isn’t just my boss. I was a foster kid – he’s the closest thing I’ve ever had to family. My mentor. My protector. There’s nothing I wouldn’t do for him
He’s also the most feared divorce lawyer in the state. He took on people with money, power – and tempers that scared even the police.
Now he’s dead. And the police want to know who his enemies are.
He had more than I can count.
But I’ll find out who killed him.
The Divorce Lawyer by McGarvey Black is published by Joffe Books on 2 April 2026 and you can find out more about the book on Amazon, Goodreads and Storygraph
I am excited to share my review of this book as part of the Virtual Book Tour hosted by Zooloo’s Book Tours which takes place 2-8 April 2026. Check the Book Tour Schedule and follow along with us to see what other readers have to say about this gripping psychological thriller.
Thank you to the author McGarvey Black, publisher Joffe Books and, of course Zooloo’s Book Tours for inviting me to be a part of this book tour and for providing a digital edition of this psychological thriller to read and review.
McGarvey Black
McGarvey studied voice at Manhattan School of Music and was later a theatre major in college. She pursued an acting career but later moved into a magazine and digital media career.
During that time, she sold advertising and managed sales teams for companies like Conde Nast, WebMD and worked for brands including GQ, Travel + Leisure, and Allure.
In between, she took a year off and backpacked alone around the world. Later, after having two children, she left media and became an executive recruiter for internet companies. In 2017, she began writing full time and has since published six novels.
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My Review
A story of connection, care, and unexpected depth
Going into The Divorce Lawyer, I was immediately drawn to the premise — a powerful, high-profile lawyer with no shortage of enemies, and a mystery shaped by the life he led. But what really anchored the story for me was Kim DeLuca. Her connection to Ollie isn’t romantic, but something much more grounded and meaningful. As someone who grew up without a stable family, she sees him as a mentor and a constant in her life — almost a father figure. That dynamic adds a quieter emotional layer to the story and gives her determination a strong sense of loyalty and purpose.
The story opens with a dramatic moment before shifting back in time, gradually building a picture of Ollie’s world and the relationships around him. The timeline moves between past and present, and while this creates a broader understanding of events, I occasionally found myself wanting a little more focus around the central incident to keep that momentum fully connected. That said, it does allow for a more detailed exploration of how everything came to unfold.
As the investigation progresses, the narrative leans into Kim’s perspective, and I found myself questioning early on why she had taken on such a central role in uncovering the truth. While her loyalty is never in doubt, I wasn’t always fully convinced by the reasoning — but it does give the story a more personal lens, keeping us close to someone who knew Ollie best.
I also found myself forming a theory quite early on, which shifted my reading experience slightly. Instead of wondering who, it became more about watching the pieces fall into place and seeing whether my instincts were right. For readers who enjoy testing their own suspicions and following the trail step by step, that element will definitely add to the appeal.
What stood out most was the contrast in how Ollie is perceived — a protector and guiding presence to Kim, yet clearly a very different figure in the lives of others. That duality adds an underlying tension that runs throughout the story.
While this wasn’t quite the right fit for me personally, I can absolutely see it resonating with readers who enjoy slower-burn, character-focused thrillers where the journey of uncovering the truth is just as important as the reveal itself. If you like piecing together timelines, exploring motivations, and seeing how everything connects, this is one to add to your list.
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