Before I Let Go Book Review

My review of the book, Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan. CONTAINS SPOILERS.

[@lpg904]

I just finished reading the book and began looking for someone who gave it a review. I agree with you wholeheartedly. This book was amazing. The emotions were amazing. It made you really invest in this family’s relationship.

[@twmomie]

Exactly!! I think that’s what made it so good is that they were characters you actually cared about! Thanks so much for watching and commenting!! 😊

[@makeupbymauwa8505]

I think my favourite this about the couple, above many others, was the respect and awareness they provided their kids with. The fact that they took their time to explain to Deja after she had found out. And the hurt that I envisioned Yasmin with when Deja told her that it was her fault that their family was “dysfunctional”. I absolutely loved the fact that she accepted and apologized to her daughter without trying to blame anyone or anything else for her hurt about the way she reacted around the time of the divorce. I won’t lie, Deja was starting to get on my nerves… but also appreciate the way Kennedy gave us a glimpse of why she acted the way she did. They treated their kids like regular humans and did not try to sugarcoat anything. When Deja was bad talking her mother to her father, Si was quick to correct her, which is what a father should do whether he is hurt or not, in my opinion… I have a lot to say but I’ll leave it at that. 😂 Sorry any typos I might have made 😭

[@twmomie]

I truly appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment!! 🤗 I agree the level of accountability that the characters displayed was refreshing. I also appreciate how Kennedy Ryan normalized therapy in the book as a way to help people move through trauma and to improve communication skills.

[@robinc6669]

I believe Kennedy Ryan wrote that Thanksgiving scene for the other woman to see what needed to be seen so the other woman can walk away with her dignity in tack

[@twmomie]

I don’t doubt it! But you’ve definitely got to be secure in yourself and in a good place mentally/emotionally to invite a man you STILL love to dinner with his new woman! 🤣

[@twmomie]

Thanks for watching and commenting!! 😊

[@cheryldurham6021]

Enjoyed your review. I loved this book. It wasn’t superficial. It showed the ups and downs but more than anything…it showed that when you do the work…the outcome can be so rewarding. The author afforded the reader the opportunity to move away from the taboo as to how many see therapy. Definitely recommending this book to others as well as checking out other reads from the author.

[@twmomie]

I agree with your comment!! I think she did a great job at incorporating therapy into the story and showing realistic outcomes.

[@TabithaaLynnn]

I read this book and my emotions were everywhere! I couldn’t put the book down it was too good!

[@gafou33]

This book was so emotionally charged, I didn't expect to be sucked in and so involved in their relationship. I especially didn't expect to have such mixed feelings about the daughter. Overall, I looooooved this book, the first one I read from Kennedy Ryan and definitely not the last ! Keep up the good work ! :)

[@twmomie]

Thanks for watching and commenting! I didn’t expect to get so sucked in either! Lol! Yeah, I was annoyed by the daughter’s antics too. I get that she was having a hard time with her parent’s divorce but she was a little too disrespectful! 🤨 Overall very well written and she made you invested in the outcome.

[@LadyTrini44]

Kennedy Ryan brings all the emotions to her books.

[@tsg336]

Thoroughly enjoyed this book. I read a physical copy & listened to the audiobook. So many emotions while reading this book ❤

[@twmomie]

It was definitely a roller coaster ride!! 😉 Thanks for commenting!

[@kaybee6025]

Completely invested in this book from page 1. Loved it! Thanks for reviewing

[@twmomie]

@@kaybee6025 It was soooo good! Have you read This Could Be Us? It’s continuation of sorts featuring her friend Soledad.

[@briana177]

I'm late in the game but I really enjoyed this book. I can't wait to read Hendrick's story on 2025.

[@twmomie]

@@briana177 I’m looking forward to Hendrick’s story too! I know it will be entertaining since she acts like she’s anti love and relationships! 👀🤣

[@MargaretPinard]

I've heard SO MUCH GOOD about Kennedy Ryan. She sounds like some all right! 🤩

[@twmomie]

She’s an amazing writer!

[@andrea1rayne2sweet]

I’ll be honest, I’ve reread this book at least once a month since it came out, it is just that good to me. I haven’t read another black romance like it (besides Revive Me part 1 by JL Seegars) where the characters are complex and endearing. I could see both sides to their love story and I could understand why Yasmeen asked for the divorce and I could understanding why Josiah was reluctant and just heart broken. It was an amazing book. Do you have any recommendations of books like this? Of course I’ve read Tia Williams but I’m not looking for another book that gives level of depth in a romance book. Please let me know!

[@ellaonwuzurigbo29]

i loved this book toooo

[@twmomie]

It was incredible!! 🤗

[@shaneedahandrea]

Ok I’m going to purchase this book

[@twmomie]

If you like books that are romantic in nature but have much deeper layers then you will love it. ☺️

[@Thepeejay]

Great review! New subbie

[@twmomie]

Yay!! Thank you!! I’m so glad you’re here 😊

[@ellaonwuzurigbo29]

everyone has read reel🥹

[@twmomie]

Reel was the first book I read by her! Loved it! 😊