‘Fated to meet. Destined to fall in love. Bound to fall apart.’

Goodbye Again was like watching a movie play out on my kindle. And I have a Paperwhite. Hell, you can’t even play Angry Birds on a Paperwhite. So if that doesn’t say enough, let me just keep blatherin’ all over the place about the cinematic experience that was this book…

Moss writes her characters like they’re anything but fictional. Like she genuinely knows & spends time with these people, rather than just having thought them up and brought them to life in her head and then on the page. Her MC’s, her MC’s families, her MC’s pets, namely a pooch named Kevin…. You KNOW them. You love them, you hate them, you hope for them and scream at them. You cry and mourn when they cry and mourn and you want to slap the lips off any person who dares to hurt them.

I have loved so many of her books and she emotionally devastates me every single time. THIS is why I read. Words turned into a story turned into a life. It hooks you. It pulls you by the hair and does not let you go.

This is what I hope for at the start of every new book. To fall into something so well written you forget you’re reading at all and you have to take a breather just to calm your heart palpitations. And walk outside for some air, scream at a random, unsuspecting person *because what the hell else are you gonna do with all these emotions, huh??*, and finally, you clean up the drool that’s collected in front of you (where the hell did that come from?). And then as an afterthought, you whisper to yourself (very sadly & very quietly because you’re at work), “Get a hold of yourself, woman! JP is nacho boyfriend! The clothes in a puddle on the floor are not yours. He peeled those off of someone else.”….sniff sniff…

Ahh yes, I digress. This book was everything. It was love at first sight. It was too many LOL’s to count. It was heartache, frustration, trauma and tradgedy. It was the double edged sword of yearning and longing; hurtful, but not hopeless. It was love, big love and lots of chill bumps and a little bit of magic...

In a word, it was apricity.

& of course I recommend. Just please understand I’m a reader, not a writer okurrtt?! So I’m sorry this review is basically the equivalent of a psychopath.

HUGE thanks to Caitlin Moss, you mf’n queen & to NetGalley for this arc in exchange for a terrible, but completely honest review. I. Loved. It.

Pub date: 9.3.24.

Right person wrong time. I love the heartache you feel for these too and how much you just want it to work for them. You will swoon over JB and hope to find a man half as amazing as him! I now uncross my legs every time the plane lands! Couldn’t put this book down and even got to enjoy it on my layover at Lake Washington so I felt all her Seattle moments.

A love story of more than six chances at falling in love and being heartbroken. A must read if you love the angst of right person, wrong time. I really loved this story and I can’t wait to read what Caitlin Moss will write next. Thank you to the author and NetGalley for the e-arc.

“You will have many loves . Many loves, but most of them will be him” is the fortune Julia is given on the night they meet. “You will only have one,” she tells JP. This intriguing exchange sets the stage for Caitlin Moss's "Goodbye Again," a captivating novel that spans five years, beginning with a cross-country flight.

Goodbye Again broke me in the best way. I fell in love with Julia and JP, not to mention Kevin the dog. . I rooted for them, cried for them, and even got mad at them.

This novel was one of the best books I have read. When I read the last line, I just said “wow.” There are no words to describe how invested I was!

I hope you will read and love it as much as I did! Thank you to NetGalley and Caitlin Moss for a chance to read an advance copy.

Despite there being a few things that grinded my gears, Goodbye Again was a decent read. The beginning of the book wasn't my favorite. I thought it started off a little weak. I didn't really gel with Julia's inner monologue. As the story progressed, her voice started to grow on me. I thought the chemistry between JP and Julia was fantastic. The airplane scene with them was the perfect mix of snarky banter and chemistry. The invisible string concept of the story was interesting. I thought the author did a great job progressing the plot over time. What knocked this book down a few notches was the communication between Julia and JP. I found myself frustrated with their communication and timing. JP's omission and Julia's relationship with Donovan were irritating to read. I get that these plots were important to the overall storyline; however, it was maddening to read. I did enjoy the storyline with Audrey. Overall, I think I would have liked this book better if the communication between the main characters was better. Thank you to NetGalley and CAITLIN MOSS for the ARC.

Book Review: A Beautifully Gut-Wrenching Journey

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Wow, where do I even start with this book? It’s a tour de force of emotions, and it absolutely swept me off my feet. I’m resisting the urge to give away any plot points because this book is best experienced with a fresh perspective, but let me tell you, it’s a rollercoaster that will make you laugh, cry, and everything in between.

From the very first page, the author grabs your heart and doesn’t let go. There were moments when I was chuckling at the witty banter and other times when I was wiping away genuine tears. The narrative flows effortlessly between joy and sorrow, and it’s crafted in a way that feels both personal and universal.

A standout detail for me was the Lisa Frank backpack reference. As someone who wears her heart on her sleeve, this nostalgic nod felt like it was speaking directly to my inner child. It’s these little touches that made the book feel incredibly intimate and relatable.

In a world where many stories feel formulaic, this one is anything but. It’s so rich and engaging that I’m practically begging for a film adaptation—MAKE IT A MOVIE NOW! As someone who is especially sensitive to emotional storytelling, this book hit all the right notes and then some. It’s not just a story; it’s a powerful experience that resonates long after you’ve turned the last page. If you’re in the mood for a read that will deeply move you then this is an absolute must-read!

Wow Wow Wow! I feel like I just read a Nicholas Sparks book. This story is so heartbreaking and the redemption is so sweet and I'm so happy that it ended how it did. I was truly grateful for the author's note at the beginning because losing a parent AND cancer hits really close to home for me and sometimes it can be really hard to read about that in a book because I lived it but also very validating and I love seeing how authors can write what I went through and sometimes they write things that move me or impact me.

That being said, I was an INSTANT fan of JP. Like, immediately. I loved the banter, I loved their friendship and relationship and it felt genuine right from the start. I truly fell in love with them right away. After the part with his niece, I knew my heart was going to shatter a million times during this book as I realized what the title meant. But I was not prepared for all of the intense emotions I would feel. Gosh, I was so mad at Julia so many different times for not just standing up for herself or calling JP out on his crap or just letting things go again and again and again. I cannot believe all that time passed and she didn't fight harder for him. It made me so mad. But I know things like that just mean the author did really really well writing the characters. I could not believe her mom treated her the way she did and for what..... not properly dealing with her grief?? Good gravy. I hope I'm never a parent like that.

All in all, fantastic book. Loved the story even if it was truly truly heartbreaking at the same time.

I LOVED this book!!

JP & Julia's chemistry was absolutely spot on & their interaction in the first chapter hooked me straight away - it wasn't the usual cheesy spiel! The chapters were short & sweet too which I love because then I can squeeze in a few more 'one more' chapters!

I loved the writing - the pace felt steady & kept me hooked throughout. I loved seeing relationships develop over the course of the story, although, I was shouting at my Kindle, 'just get together!!!!' multiple times! Haha!

Audrey... I'll say no more!! :(

The twist at the end got me! I really didn't see it coming!!

The book had it all - spice, heartbreak, tears & humour. I'd absolutely recommend it & reread it in future.

THIS BOOK! OH MY GOD THIS BOOK! I LOVED IT SO MUCH!!!!!!!

I cried, I laughed, I swooned and I was kicking my feet more than once.

Oh goodness.. I fell in love with both characters so bad from the earliest moments in this story. THEY ARE SO CUTE!!!
Oh, by the way. This is a FAST burn.

Now the title makes sense. Cause the characters find each other every time but have to let each other go over and over again. Which was both heartwarming and heartbreaking all at the same time. But I don't want to spoil all the events but it's so worth your time reading this.

I'm so in love with this story. New favourite of mine 🥹

"Goodbye Again" by Caitlin Moss is a disappointing read that fails to deliver on many fronts. From the outset, the writing is plagued by a lack of coherence and sophistication, making the narrative difficult to engage with. The dialogue often feels forced and unnatural, riddled with cringe-worthy lines that detract from the characters' believability.

The plot, though seemingly promising, unravels in a predictable and unimaginative manner, leaving little room for genuine surprises or emotional depth. Character development is almost nonexistent, with the protagonists coming across as one-dimensional and their motivations unclear.

Additionally, the pacing is erratic, with the story dragging in parts where it should be brisk and rushing through moments that could have added substance. The attempts at humor and emotional resonance fall flat, making it hard to form any real connection with the narrative or its characters.

Overall, "Goodbye Again" is a frustrating read that leaves much to be desired. It lacks the finesse and engagement necessary for a compelling story, ultimately making it a book that's easy to put down and forget.

"You begin where you began."

5 stars!!

**SPOILERS**

I have just finished reading this book, and I loved every single second of it. I went through every different emotion you can imagine, from hope to grief, from love to hate, from annoyance to outrage. I spent some parts of this book not liking JP (specifically at the "I didn't know I was actually a rebound," I admit. He rolls his eyes. "Way to make it about you." and "We had fun. I mean, I'm happy now. But we were..." ... I can't begin to tell you how much that scene enraged me.) but I spent most of the book rooting for Julia and JP because their love is, simply, undeniable.

I quickly fell in love with Julia, her quick wit, her banter, her caring nature, her heart; the way she handled everything with so much grace that I know I would not have had had I been in the same situation. Each character is so realistically human and Caitlin portrays them all so well - from the love and regret and hurt and hope you see between Julia and JP. From the difficult relationship Julia has with her mum and the almost absent-like relationship she has with her sister (at least absent like when it comes to JP.) From JP's relationship with Audrey, and even the friendship that grew between Julia and Audrey that left me heartbroken. I ate it all up. I want more of these characters and yet the story is perfect as it is.

I sobbed my heart out at the end, and I cannot begin to tell you how happy I am they got their happy ending. I don't know how I would have handled it had they not.

The story is beautifully written, and Cailtin Moss has such a way with words; she has you hooked so quickly (or she had me hooked so quickly, at least!) And I would recommend this book to anyone, especially if you want to have your heart ripped out and put back together multiple times.

JP may have enraged me in the scene mentioned above but let me tell you, he redeemed himself with:

"You wrecked my world and flipped it on its head and I don't want another day to go by where the world doesn't know I'm yours and you're mine."

And

"It feels like I have loved you in a million different lives and in a million different ways. And I'm still not done. I want to love you forever. I don't think I can live without you, Jules. I thought I could, but I can't. The world spins a different direction when you're in the room. Gravity doesn't exist. The wind stops blowing. My heart beats to the sound of your voice. You."

10/10. A simply stunning story.

I was engaged in this story right away. The characters had chemistry right away. This story tells a story about two characters that love eachother but it’s never the right time. There was love, spice and a little heartbreak. I cried and then the story put me back together.

This book is AMAZING!!!!! I could NOT put it down.
This romance novel with put you on a crazy rollercoaster ride of emotions! It is so well written you can’t help but love the main characters JP and Julia. Their love story is about fate, bad timing and undeniable chemistry. Your heart will swoon and then break over and over. But for all the tears, it was a beautiful story about love you don’t wanna miss!

Thanks ti Netgalley for this eArc!!

I was extremely hesitant to read this book for several reasons. 1. I assumed there was some sort of magical element in it and the characters would travel through time or get a do over or something because the description talked about a fortune teller. Turns out that’s all there is to it, there’s a part with a fortune teller. 2. I saw the author share that traditional publishers rejected this book because the story was too complicated and didn’t fit their boxes, which made me wonder if it was going to be any good. Turns out, the publishers had a Pretty Woman moment and made a big mistake. Huge. This is easily my favorite Caitlin Moss book to date. It’s so much more than just a “wrong place, wrong time” romance. Those can be hit or miss for me because sometimes you just want to scream at the characters to GET TOGETHER ALREADY WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? While I did have that moment one time during this book, there was so much nuance to the story and what was keeping them apart that it wasn’t frustrating. They also had such a sweet friendship as the base of it all, and it made me like them even when they weren’t together.

This book has banter, romance, heartbreak, loss, grief, surprises, redemption, and had me unable to put it down for more than a few hours before I had to keep reading. Other than the part at 90% finished where I started panicking that this was not in fact a happily ever after and that I was going to be so mad if they didn’t end up together (don’t worry. It really is a romance and does have a HEA) it was enjoyable from start to finish!

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

Wow! I did not expect this book to blow me away the way that it did! This is one of my new favorite books and I just know it's one I will be thinking about for a long time!

This had all the feels of a cute rom-com but also will break your heart at parts. You will be rooting for the main couple to get together and feel such frustration when things get in the way - but I promise the ending makes it all worth it! This doesn't feel like a typical romance book - it doesn't follow the typical format but that is what makes it so great and so relatable. Real life doesn't always work out the way we want and sometimes life and circumstances get in our way - but we all keep going and move forward and hope that in the end it will all be worthwhile.

I also want to note that this book deals with a narcissistic character - and as someone who has personally dealt with this Caitlin Moss could not have described the emotions and turmoil that come along with it any better! I wished the main character could have set more boundaries for herself but this also made it relatable - it's not always easy to do!

Love the role the grandma plays in this story too! Such a sweet relationship - made me miss my Granny and wish she could come sit with me and give me some advice too! (though the twist at the end with the dreams was so well written and unexpected).

"There's often humor in the heartbreak"

I will be raving about this book and recommending it!!

Thank you NetGalley and Caitlin Moss for this ARC!

Oh my goodness I don’t even know where to begin. I felt like I related to this book so much. I had to put it down so many times because it made me so emotional. I sobbed through this entire book. As you guys know, Caitlin Moss is my favorite local author, I own all of her books and they are seriously all 5 stars for me. The way that she is able to bring so much emotion and relatability to her characters is so amazing. I cannot say enough good things about this book. Everyone should read it or at least read one of her books!

This book had me in my feels. Julia and JP’s connection is instantaneous and reading their interactions had my heart fluttering. Every turn of the page had me wondering if they were ever going to have their happily ever after; I loved not being able to figure out if they were. JP has to be my next book boyfriend because he is good with kids, sweet, kind, and charming. What more can you ask for? Julia is definitely a good role model. She knows how to set her boundaries and stands firm with them in the end, which is admirable. While some of the reasons they can’t be together are unique, some of them feel a little cliché, but I don’t think it’s a problem because the way it is written makes up for it by putting you through an emotional roller coaster.

"Goodbye Again" is a delightful, fun, and deeply emotional read that will appeal to fans of contemporary romance who enjoy a touch of magic and fate in their love stories. Caitlin Moss skillfully weaves a narrative that is both heartwarming and heart-wrenching, making you root for Julia and JP despite the obstacles in their path.

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Goodbye Again - Caitlin Moss
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I. Loved. This. Book.

Julia and JP meet on an airplane- happenstance. The rest is NOT history… it’s a wild, long, SAD, HAPPY ride!! 🙈
Throw in a fortune teller, a dog named Kevin and a Crunchwrap Supreme and you are ready to roll.

I was not expecting this book to have as much depth as it did. Lots of raw storylines intertwining into a beautiful story. Yes, I wanted to break my kindle in half at some points. But, the suspense was worth it. 🤍

This was my first Caitlin Moss book AND my first ARC! What a fun story. 🌮🔮🐣 Can’t wait to read the rest of hers.

Thank you @caitlinmossauthor and @netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. Goodbye Again will release September 3rd, 2024!

Goodbye again by Caitlin Moss was an excruciatingly beautiful love story between two soulmates being torn apart yet the universe has another idea

I will never stop thinking about how amazing this book was. As someone who has never heard of Caitlin Moss I had no idea what I was getting into but this book surprised me to such a huge level. Set between Washington and Chicago, meeting on a plane on their way to a gender reveal party Julia and JP instantly fall in love. As they grow together we see them learn about each other and intertwine their complicated work lives with their relationship. Breaking up and staying together is a massive part of this story which at times had me wanting to scream but also gave me huge respect for Julia sticking to what she believes. Not only are we introduced to the antagonist and protagonist in this story we also get equipped to the amazing side characters in Audrey, Gramma, Emily, Austin and the kids. An aspect that felt so heartwarming to me in this book was the dual storytelling between present time and dreaming. Also I must add the twist with the dreaming I was stunned making me want to re-read knowing so looking for slight clues!!! The growth I seen from Julia in this story was amazing especially alongside the Audrey aspect of the story. The topic of grief and childhood trauma is present in the book which I found very interesting especially when Julia (a child therapist) psychoanalysed her patients and her whole life but luckily it doesn’t override the story too much. Overall I adored this book so much (finishing in 3 days) and need a sequel as soon as possible because I’m not ready to say ‘goodbye again’ to JP and Julia.