A review by blackcatkai
Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan

challenging emotional sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

3.5/5☆~ CW: miscarriage, trauma, grief, death, suicidal thoughts, mental illness, alcohol use, sexual content

this was a very heavy novel that is much more contemporary literary novel than anything else. there is a smidge of a romance & fun in here, but i would not consider it a romcom as ive seen some places recommend this as. though it does, occasionally, make drastic tonal shifts to either side (very serious vs light & fluffy) i would not recommend this to someone unless they can handle the heavier topics explored in this story.

i overall enjoyed the book, it just would have been better if it had stuck only with the heavier tone or just with the more light hearted aspects. trying to do them both in one long novel just didnt quite work as well for me as it could have otherwise. i would definitely love to see more serious novels from kennedy ryan in the future, she's very good!
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