This is a really good book and very different then what Im used to. I love that it brings about the very touchy subject of mental disease and the lengths one family would go to hide it. Very well written and I love the fact that it was available on audible

Talk about eye opening! It definitely shed some light on mental disorders, especially on the bi-polar disease. I admired Lance, felt for Tia immensely and wanted to slap a little sense into Tia's mother. These colorful characters will pull you in and make you feel like you're there. This was my first listen by this author but it won't be the last.

Excellent bookOnce again ReShonda has written an amazing story. We in the African-American population tend to hide behind secrets instead of talking about it. This was truly an eye opening read.

Quick read. Great job of tackling mental illness and the myriad of issues/challenges in the African American community, but society in general in addressing the crisis. Realistic on so many levels. There could have been a bit more character development but overall - good job. The book club questions are excellent and thought provoking.

Ok so at first I was like hmmm do I really ant to read this. Later when I witness Tis's first episode, I knew that this was going to be a good book. Besides the writing of this book being good, this was a great way to talk about a topic that most black families see as taboo. Mental illness, being black and saying that you have a mental illness is just like saying a curse word to an elder. It's just not heard of. So many people of color deal with anxiety, and depression, but it has never been a w...

Really just three and a half. Based on what I know of working with individuals living with bi-polar disorder, Tia's episodes seem a little too far fiction. I think an additional diagnosis would have given the story more truth. At any rate, it was good to see mental illness addressed in our community.

The Secret She Kept has been on my bookshelf since the end of April, but on my TBR list for much longer than that. In preparation for the TV movie debut (July 10th on TV One - make sure to watch it!), I finally stopped procrastinating and got to reading! And I am so glad that I did! I regret that it took me this long. Having read it in less than 24 hours, needless to say, it was an exceptional novel. But, I have come to expect nothing less from RTB!Tia Jiles is a beautiful, successful, attorney

Reshonda has done it again!! Excellent love story about mental illness and it's stigma.

This book really gets it right about mental illness. I gained much respect for partners of the patients for their ability to love "in sickness and in health." Thanks Reshonda for painting such a vivid illustration of people living with bipolar and other diseases of the mind. Even the mother whose denial caused so much more pain with her not wanting to "put their business in the street was perfect. I love love love this title and will definitely book talk it to others.

Really good insight into the taboo subject of mental illness. It was a blessing to read.

Tia Jiles clocked the most billable hours at her law firm as a respected, high-powered attorney. She also volunteered for her charitable organization, Pay It Forward, as well as performed pro bono work in her spare time. In short, she was a workaholic, so she didn’t have time to pursue a relationship. This is the story she told in order to hold onto The Secret She Kept.Lance Kingston couldn’t believe that such a beautiful woman was still on the market. Being a successful businessman himself, and...

I read this book a year ago. But I decided to read it again because the adaptation was going to be on television (TV One on Sun, July 10, 2016). I had to make sure that it was an accurate depiction of what I read.I must say that they did an excellent job bringing mental illness to light. The author had done a fantastic job writing about the stigma that's typically attached to mental illness in the black community. It was great to see the collaboration and that the subject wasn't downplayed. More...

When I heard the author read an excerpt of this book at a conference, I immediately went out and purchased a copy of my own. I was hooked from the beginning and even went online and purchased the ebook version of the book so I could read in the dark. It was that engaging. This book is sad and hilarious all at the same time. I can say this because as I laughed at the situations in the book, the reality is that I have lived the life fictitious Lance lived. It helped me to know that my family isn’t...

The author did a great job in writing this novel. This novel speaks of mental illness. From the authors point of view it gave a lot of insights on what a person with a mental illness goes through, how the family is affected and how people who don't really understand the illness can act. It is so important that we continue to educate ourselves about this disease. Great job again to Reshonda Tate Billingsley.

ReShonda Tate Billingsley is one of my favorite authors, primarily because of the time she takes to craft such memorable characters. Anytime you finish a book and it leaves you wanting more, that's a great book. I found the topic of mental illness an interesting topic. The characters really went through it. You can tell that ReShonda took care to do her research. This wasn't a stereotypical story. By writing about the stigma we as Christians attach to mental illness, she helps to pull the veil o...

"Crazy leaves clues." Truer words have never been written. I laughed because I recognized each and every character. I cried because the struggle is real. The Secret She Kept does a wonderful job depicting mental illness and the attitudes towards treating it within the African American community. Our mothers are our first ally, and despite shortcomings, they truly want the best. What a awkward position to be put in- your mothers adamant opinion or what you really know is best for you. RTB never d...

I really enjoyed this book. As a (view spoiler)[bipolar sufferer (hide spoiler)] myself I caught on right away. For me, some of the scenarios were pretty extreme, but I guess I could see them happening as a new mother. I identified with some parts of the main character and that makes this book near and dear to my heart. This book is about a woman named Tia. It's obvious that something is off about Tia but her new husband doesn't know what it is. Things start happening and Tia's husband, Lance is...

Oh my Goodness, I am utterly speechless. This book was phenomenal. Excellent characters skills that dealt with reality of mental illness in a compassionate, unpredictable, often verbally voliently ways. I never fully understood the depth of mental disorders until I read this amazingly story detailing the facts about it. Lance Kingston continuously resurrance his wife, Tia, and everyone who loves her, that he will forever fight for her, their baby and everyone they love, together!As always, I hig...

A MUST READ!!!I found the Secret She Kept to be both entertaining and educational. I was totally captivated from the very beginning. The author did an excellent job in bringing forth the challenges in dealing with this illness, but also what the marriage vows really mean. This was the first book that I read from this author but I'm sold. You have definitely been added to my reading list. CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Pretty good read. Tia really needed help. I dont know how Lance stayed w/her through all her crazy spells, of plastic flowers, purple walls, getting arrested, walking two miles pregnant in heels to want to buy crack, smh! This book was crazy! but had a very good mesage. I applaud ReShonda for this book! Great Job!