There’s a peculiar thrill in picking up a novel that promises to unravel the tightest, most tangled knot of human connection: the family. For those of us who live between the pages of books, we know that “family therapy” is rarely just about communication exercises. It’s about buried secrets, shifting loyalties, and the quiet violence of things left unsaid. Enter Kylie Quinn’s latest gripping drama, Family Therapy —a novel that doesn’t just sit on the couch; it dissects it.

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Family therapy, as depicted in various media, often involves a therapeutic approach that seeks to address issues within a family unit. This can include communication problems, conflict resolution, coping with change, or dealing with mental health issues. The goal is usually to improve relationships and functioning within the family.