Read this and you will never want to buy from J&J again. With meticulous research and an abundance of sources, Harris lays out the case that Johnson and Johnson has never, ever, been a company worth trusting. Over time, its executives and salesforce knowingly put people in danger over and over again, not caring as long as they didn't get caught. And when they did, they did everything possible to deny it, including false evidence and lying under oath. Harris is a clear and thorough reporter in documenting both OTC and rx medications and products that raised health risks, caused early deaths, actually made cancers grow more quickly and larger, helped spur the opioid crisis, and much more.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC.

"No More Tears: The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson" by Gardiner Harris is a riveting exposé that peels back the layers of one of America's most trusted pharmaceutical companies, revealing a disturbing history of unethical practices and corporate deceit. Harris, an award-winning investigative journalist, meticulously uncovers decades of dangerous and deceptive actions that have had far-reaching consequences on public health.

The book begins with a compelling anecdote from 2004, where Harris, while waiting for a flight, strikes up a conversation with a Johnson & Johnson sales representative. Her harrowing story about the company's unethical sales practices profoundly impacts Harris and sets him on a path of deep investigation into the company's operations. This personal touch adds a human element to the narrative, making the revelations even more deeply impactful.

Harris delves into several high-profile controversies involving Johnson & Johnson, including the link between their talcum powder and cancer, the hidden dangers of Tylenol, and the aggressive marketing of anti-psychotic drugs to children. He also exposes the company's role in the opioid crisis, highlighting how their product Duragesic (fentanyl) contributed to widespread addiction and countless deaths.

One of the book's strengths is its thorough research and detailed reporting. Harris leaves no stone unturned, presenting a wealth of evidence that supports his claims. His writing is clear and engaging, making complex medical and legal issues accessible to a broad audience. The book is filled with shocking revelations that challenge the reader's perception of a company long associated with baby care and trustworthiness.

The narrative is balanced, providing not only a critique of Johnson & Johnson's practices but also insights into the broader issues within the pharmaceutical industry. Harris's investigative prowess shines through as he connects the dots between corporate greed, regulatory failures, and the devastating impact on individuals and families.

"No More Tears: The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson" is a powerful and necessary read for anyone interested in corporate accountability and public health. Gardiner Harris's meticulous research and compelling storytelling make this book a landmark work of investigative journalism. It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and transparency in the industries that shape our lives.

Firstly, thanks to Random House Publishing and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in return for my honest review.

'No More Tears' by Gardiner Harris is a well researched and through book that brings to light various scams and scandals of Johnson & Johnson, the pharma conglomerate.. The scams include J&J Baby Powder, Tylenol, Procrit, Risperdal, Duragesic, Ortho Evra Birth Control Patch, Pinnacle Hip Implant and Prolift Vaginal Mesh among other things. The author has done a great job in showing how J&J has put profits ahead of user and patient safety, not just once but in multiple instances.

At times, the narrative got too technical and I felt that it may get a bit boring for a layman reader. Some of the less important text could have been moved to footnotes or the reference section so that the salient points could be delivered more concisely and to the point. Other than that, this is a very good book, especially for someone interested in knowing the inner workings and dealings of the pharma giants.

This book dives into great detail on each of the big J&J scandals and lawsuits that have involved the company over the years. Quite frankly it’s disturbing and horrifying what they’ve been able to get away with, particularly for the instances involving children. Can’t say I totally enjoyed the content, but the writing and research was extremely thorough,

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an advance copy of this book!

First off, “No More Tears” by Gardiner Harris is the perfect title to the book. It is a history of Johnson & Johnson; it recounts the early history of the family who created the company and how their products grew in popularity. After that it gets to about the 1960s to present and is an unrelenting history of how this company has destroyed lives in the name of greed.

Review of baby powder and talc in particular. So interesting and depressing that it was not until very recently that J&J had to stop using talc. Then the Tylenol murders of the 1980s mostly in the Chicago area; opioid epidemic (worse than Purdue Pharma); anti psychotics in children causing them to have their bodies disfigured; ortho evra birth control patch - in every sector they have been terrible and known the dangers of their products, but money was the name of the game.

The most recent section is on the Covid vaccine - in an effort for good PR, they wasted millions of tax payer money and had to throw out hundreds of millions of contaminated covid vaccines. They were warned of cross contamination and other issues but chose to ignore it in favor of “saving the world” and being on television. Once again they cared only for J&J and not for the people they were supposed to be helping. Their errors and carelessness also led to anti-vax statements growing during this critical time.

My only complaint with the book is the timeline was a little confusing as it wasn’t chronological, how the author wrote it was confusing a bit but not enough to remove any stars. It is a very well written and interesting book but also so depressing that J&J has caused, and gotten away with, so much death and destruction. I’ve been bringing up this book in almost every conversation and. I can’t wait to buy a copy of this book when it is published.

Everyone will be shedding tears after reading this book - consumers, doctors, drug companies, and the FDA alike. A damning expose looking back at decades of market manipulation through lies, incentives, and other morally bankrupt actions by nearly all parties involved. The biggest irony of the story, the FDA, has surprisingly far narrower a scope than anyone realizes, while also being funded by the drug companies (but only enough to be a big government boogeyman).

For the once nearly “sainted” brand, J&J is consistently exposed for their sometimes lackadaisical, often malicious (and illegal) approaches to producing and promoting medicines and equipment. From covid vaccines to asbestos packed powders, dangerous contraceptives, and ADHD meds that give boys breasts… it’s all there. My heart goes out to any of the millions of people that lost a loved one due to the negligence of those involved.

I give it 5 stars for its importance, but far less for how it felt to read.

This was a great, in depth, exposé of the corporate crimes of J & J. I thought I had a pretty good idea about some of their crimes from my own previous research, but this book offered so much more. I would definitely recommend to anyone interested in J & J history and their more shady practices.

Excellent insight into the corruption in the pharmaceutical company. Hard to read around the election knowing that deception will become even worse. Thank you @netgalley for the ARC

Dang. I knew the cover-ups and behind the scenes at J&J were bad, but I didn’t realize how bad. The blatant hiding of information was unfortunately not surprising, but still shocking. The section on baby powder and talc was terrifying as a woman and as a mother. A great book exposing how corrupt corporations can be.

An interesting read. Would recommend for fans of Patrick Radden Keefe and Beth Macy. Thank you to Random House Publishing Group for the opportunity to read an ARC.

This book was pretty good, I would definitely recommend

~This was given by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review

Thank you, Random House and Netgalley, for providing this ARC. After losing my mother to ovarian cancer, who was a life-long user of Johnson and Johnson baby powder, I knew I immediately wanted to read this book. Gardiner Harris does a very good job not only covering the history of the company but also accurately navigating the companies lack of ethics and business practices.
An eye-opening read for anyone and highly recommend!

This book is definitely very informative and well-researched, but it reads far too long at over 400 pages and probably won’t appeal to the average reader. I appreciate the attention to detail the author gave to the subject, but I did struggle to get into the book. Definitely an eye-opening read.

What can I say about this book? If I had to summarize it in three words it would be these three words. Informative. Eye-opening. Impactful. At times it can leave you nearly outraged, but at times that is exactly the point. If there is one thing the opioid crisis has taught us it is that we need to be careful what brands we trust with our health. We need to stay informed so we can make the best decisions for ourselves. This book aims to do exactly that for us.

Author Gardiner Harris has done an extraordinary job at research and exposing facts and the real-life impacts of those facts. In my opinion, this exposé is a "must read" for all adults across genders, ages, and nationalities. It's easy to read, sobering, and thought-provoking.

Thank you to Random House and Netgalley for providing this ARC


Very eye opening read about J&J and the medical pharm realm in general. It was very well researched and I appreciated getting to see insights from all that were impacted from different positions in the field and the customers. It just verified a lot of what we are seeing in documentaries and news reports. Not my usual genre to read but with being interested based on news reports I have watched in the past few years, I was eager to read more.

If you want to be mad (and informed), read No More Tears. The scandals (Tylenol) and dirty business dealings (Baby Powder) were in the back of my subconscious somewhere, but I don't think that I knew that, behind it all, was a company that put profits over the well-being of its users (babies! for chrissake). That makes me an idiot - I played right into J&J's hands. Harris makes sense of the legal speak and No More Tears is laid out in a readable, understandable fashion. It sheds new light on the things we heard in the news about talc, asbestos, and the tampering of Tylenol, and a whole lot more.

This book left me with my jaw on the floor. Many of the things that were written in this book has been on the news and already mad public knowledge but there is quite a bit that was new to me as I’m sure it was to others. Words can’t even be expressed, this is a must read.

A thoroughly researched and well-written treatise on products manufactured by Johnson & Johnson. Baby Powder, Tylenol (before generic versions were available), Risperdal (an antipsychotic medication), and vaccinations are all covered in depth. After reading this eye-opening book, you will never feel the same about J&J, or other major pharmaceutical companies for that matter!

Thank you to Random House and Netgalley for providing this ARC. Wow is all I can say. This is an expose of the highest order. Believe me you will never look at that Johnson and Johnson logo the same way again. Some of what was covered here I had heard about previously, just through news stories. But there were other aspects that were new to me, or I did not know were connected with J&J. Highly recommend this, but be forewarned, you will be disgusted by the behaviors and lack of ethics described in this book.

In this riveting exposé, Gardiner Harris pulls back the curtain on one of the world’s largest healthcare conglomerates, revealing the darker side of Johnson & Johnson’s public image. Known for its family-friendly branding and “baby-safe” products, this deep dive uncovers a troubling history of litigation, questionable ethics, and practices that seem to contradict its wholesome reputation.

The book is well-researched, combining investigative journalism with powerful storytelling. Harris traces Johnson & Johnson’s journey from its humble beginnings to becoming a pharmaceutical giant while highlighting critical controversies, such as their role in the opioid crisis and lawsuits over talc-based products. It's eye-opening to see how profit motives, corporate strategies, and public relations efforts shape decisions that affect millions of consumers globally.

"No More Tears" balances hard facts with human stories. Whistleblowers, victims, and employees all have a voice, making it feel less like a corporate takedown and more of a nuanced look at the complexities of big business.

Overall, it’s a captivating, easy-to-read account of corporate responsibility (or lack thereof), perfect for anyone interested in healthcare, business ethics, or the unseen workings behind everyday brands. A sobering read, it challenges the reader to rethink the trust placed in large corporations like Johnson & Johnson.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Random House for the opportunity to read and review "No More Tears: The Dark Secrets of Johnson & Johnson" prior to publication.