This book was so amazing. Most stories in the romance genre start at the beginning of a relationship or the beginning of a second chance at romance. This story starts two years after the demise of a marriage of two people who would probably love each other until the end of time following back-to-back tragedies, which neither of the main characters had handled their grief well. It is a story full of tears, misunderstandings, and misplaced anger of two people who were desperately struggling to find a way to move on. I shed more than a few tears as this couple processes their losses and begin to really communicate about the decisions they made as a result of their trauma. Finding the happy ending to this story was an incredibly satisfying feel-good moment. Kennedy Ryan wrote an insightful, well researched story that grabs the listener from the beginning to end. She conscientiously researched the impact of loss and the process, impact, and cultural biases toward seeking therapy in the African American community. The narrators were perfect in reading their characters POV. Everyone should read this book.

This book kept my attention from beginning to end. I loved that it touched on so many different subjects, and the characters were relatable.

Captivating from start to finish! I LOVED IT! Great read!!

Very good book. it dealt with heavy topics well

I truly enjoyed this book. My first Kennedy Ryan book but not my last. The readers were amazing and kept me wanting more

Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan is a soul-stirring, beautifully raw contemporary romance that explores love after loss, the intricacies of healing, and the power of emotional resilience. Known for her emotionally intelligent storytelling, Ryan crafts a mature second-chance love story that is both heartbreaking and deeply hopeful.The novel centers around Yasmen and Josiah Wade, former spouses who still share a business, a family, and an undeniable connection. Years after their painful divorce, marked by grief, depression, and emotional distance, the spark between them is reignited. But this isn’t a simple rekindling—it's a slow, thoughtful navigation of their past wounds and present desires.What makes Before I Let Go stand out is its honesty. Kennedy Ryan doesn’t shy away from the hard stuff—grief, mental health struggles, therapy, co-parenting, and the complexities of Black love and identity. Yasmen, in particular, is a deeply compelling character—flawed, fierce, and beautifully vulnerable as she reclaims her life, her voice, and her right to joy.

A great read!!

Absolutely lovely! I didn’t know what to expect as I mostly read “heady” books, however I needed something entertaining. This book was more than “romance” (or at least my conception of the genre). Great storyline, and the narrators did a bang-up job. I was expecting to listen to a little every day or so over a few weeks…HA! I was not able to put it down much…listening in the car, on my walks, washing dishes LOL…and finished in just over a week. DEFINITELY purchasing and listening to the rest of the Skyland series.

I am a sucks for a great love story that stands the test of time! I was so invested in the characters!

Beautiful story. Great narration. Very immersive. I could listen twice

Loved it! Fabulous loved the narrators as well

This book hits home. Great read.

BEST NARRATORS IVE EVER LISTENED TO

I loved everything about this book!

Love it good book

This book was captivating from start to finish. It was well written and allowed readers to feel all of the emotional effects of real life trauma, grief, and the path to recovery.

My first time reading a Kennedy Ryan book. It was captivating! I’m a new fan!!