Books Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan

"Before I Let Go" by Kennedy Ryan is a deeply emotional contemporary romance about Yasmen and Josiah Wade, a divorced couple navigating the complexities of co-parenting, grief, and the possibility of rekindling their love. After devastating losses—including the stillbirth of their baby and the death of Josiah’s aunt, who was like a second mother to Yasmen—their marriage fell apart. Two years later, they have found a new rhythm running a restaurant together and raising their two children, but old feelings and unresolved pain linger.

The story explores Yasmen’s journey through depression and healing, as well as Josiah’s struggle to move on while still carrying a torch for Yasmen. When Josiah starts dating their restaurant’s chief and Yasmen begins seeing someone else, jealousy and longing surface, leading to stolen kisses and a reawakening of their connection. The novel delves into themes of grief, forgiveness, mental health, and second chances, portraying a realistic and poignant look at love’s endurance beyond trauma. It is praised for its honest dialogue, emotional depth, and the portrayal of a Black love story grounded in healing and hope

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