ABC releases new episodes of Will Trent air on Tuesdays at 8 pm ET. Season 3 reportedly contains 18 episodes.
Will grew up in the foster care system, where he was consistently abused, emotionally and physically. Consequently, the Will Trent main character wants to help those who can’t help themselves, like he wishes someone did for him when he was young. Unfortunately, due to his traumatic upbringing, Will’s severe dyslexia went untreated. As an adult, Will struggles to read, but he has come up with ways to counteract his dyslexia. One aspect of Will’s character that still confuses some, though, is the presence of numerous books in his house.
Will Trent’s Many Books At Home Explained
Will Wants To Keep His Dyslexia Hidden At The Beginning Of The Series
Will could also have the books in his home for decor or because he wants to challenge himself to read. However, it’s more likely that Will wants (or wanted) to put up a front. As the ABC police procedural series has continued, though, Will has become more open about his dyslexia. By the time the Will Trent season 3 premiere rolls around, the GBI special agent even has a phone that he can use to read menus at restaurants.
How Karin Slaughter’s Novels Explain Will’s Books At Home
Will Listens To Audiobooks
ABC’s Will Trent pulls Will’s dyslexia from Karin Slaughter’s book series, where the character also forces himself to read. Will sometimes listens to audiobooks, but he will also read the physical copies, explaining the novels in his home. Ultimately, Will in the books is very similar to the character that fans see in Will Trent season 3 — someone who pushes himself to be the best that he can be, and who takes what are perceived as weaknesses and turns them into strengths.
