I liked this book, but I didnt love it. Just as a warning, you will feel every emotion possible reading this book.

And thats not a bad thing, but just know it's not a happy go lucky rom com kind of book.

Still, I enjoyed the story and the characters! I think Moss did a good job and I would definitely read other books by her!

Wellllll your heart will be ripped out and put back together a million times.

JP and Julia meet by chance and then continue to cross paths but their timing isn’t right again and again. While normally that type of story makes me roll my eyes you just can’t help rooting for these two. The banter and the chemistry made you just want them to be able to figure it out. This one will rip your heart out for a million reasons but the journey was beautiful.

If you like romance with a side of emotions and tears then you’ll like this one too!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I can’t ever go into one of Caitlin’s books with expectations of any kind. She loves to throw the curve balls!

The first 40-45ish% is fairly standard rom-commy. You love the characters, you enjoy the cute fun story, and expect it to be a light fun read from there. Then the author says “GIRL YOU THOUGHT!!”

Around that 40-45% mark we start to get some drama, some intrigue, some TENSION, and then….some heartache.

That last Gramma Elle chapter? Chills. CHILLS I SAY!!

❤️

Oh this was HEARTBREAKING in the BEST way. I have so much respect for authors who can capture the delicacies of human emotions on paper. This is romance that pulls you in from the beginning but the plot delivers a novel that’s so so much more. I was cheering for the characters, but devastated with their situations right along side them. It’s precious that he’s a kindergarten teacher, and it emphasizes how pure his heart is throughout the entire book. Cheers to these deep “once in a lifetime” loves that never leave our hearts and change us for the better.

I received an advance review copy for free from the publisher via Netgalley and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

I was hooked from the first chapter. Goodbye Again was well written, with the perfect amounts of banter, angst, tension, and romance. JP was utterly charming, and both he and Julia were perfectly flawed. It was both heartbreaking and uplifting. I enjoyed the growth of the MCs and their relationships, especially that of Julia and her mom. My only complaint was that some of the plot points were a bit clichéd. This was my first book by Caitlin Moss, and it won’t be my last.

really enjoyed this book, a new author for me and i was engaged with the characters straight away and the story had me wanting to read more.
a great holiday read

This book is perfection. I'm still coming down from devouring it, I couldn't put it down. JP and Julia were perfectly written, perfectly flawed, and you can't help rooting for them.

I'm too overwhelmed to even write a coherent review. If you love romances with incredible banter, a bit of mysticism, will-they-or-wont-they, invisible string and the perfect amount of spice, I tell you this is for you.

Immense thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. I will hold this book dear.to my heart and in my top 5 reads of 2024.

This book was really good. It had me invested in the main characters from the very beginning of the novel. I liked the character development of Julia and JP. It definitely was the right person/wrong time theme. They had great chemistry throughout the entire book.

I really enjoyed the grandmother and the dreams. It definitely added some magic to the book. I would definitely recommend this book. Caitlin Moss wrote a fun, second-chance romance and I couldn't put the book down.

Thank you NetGalley and Caitlin Moss for the ARC.

As always Caitlin Moss delivers. I loved this premise and the dual settings. The book gets you in all the feels as hers do. I laughed, I cried and I was rooting for them the whole time.

I had a really hard time getting into this one. I wanted to live it but it was overall just an ok read for me

Fav Caitlin Moss book so far!!! An autobuy author and she has done it again. Beautiful story about wrong place/ wrong time. Must read!

absolutely devoured this poolside!!! it was so bingeworthy and good and the romance was so much fun 👏🏼

i love “right person wrong time” tropes and this reminded me a lot of SEVEN SUMMERS which is buzzing around this summer.

so many one liners had me gasping—the tension and angst and love story was so powerfully built up and believable. i also loved how each character supported the others dreams and goals with their careers. adult romances >>>

also there is a twist in here that will make you gasp!! seriously i was almost teary eyed! it’s deff more of an emo romance but has a good amount of spice too!

also 3 cheers for a book set in CHICAGO!! let’s gooo!!! 🌃

support your indie authors and grab a copy of this when it releases on 9/3!!! thank you to Caitlin for the gifted copy :)

Caitlin Moss’s Goodbye Again offers a heart-tugging, emotionally complex love story that explores the idea of fate, timing, and the sometimes winding road to finding your soulmate. Filled with charming moments, missed opportunities, and a dash of magical realism, the novel invites readers into a romance that spans five years, with all the complications and twists that life can throw in the way of true love.

At the center of the story is Julia Waters, a pragmatic woman who believes in logic and simplicity—until her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets JP Chapman on a cross-country flight. JP, a charming kindergarten teacher with an irresistible smile, quickly shakes up Julia’s worldview with his humor and warmth. What starts as a chance meeting soon turns into a magical night spent wandering the streets of Seattle, setting the stage for what could be a whirlwind romance. The added layer of a mysterious fortune teller predicting that their futures will be forever entwined adds a captivating element of destiny to their story.

One of the strengths of Goodbye Again is Moss’s portrayal of the protagonists as grounded, relatable characters. Julia is practical to a fault, a woman who struggles to balance her head and heart, while JP is easygoing and likable, someone who brings light into Julia’s otherwise orderly world. Their chemistry is undeniable from the start, and their connection feels real, making readers root for them from their very first encounter.

However, the novel’s brilliance lies in its exploration of missed chances and the obstacles that keep Julia and JP apart. Over the course of five years, different cities, career ambitions, and poor timing continually push them in opposite directions. The story cleverly plays with the idea that love is not always a straight line—sometimes it’s full of diversions, delays, and moments where everything feels just out of reach. Moss skillfully uses these twists to build anticipation and tension, making readers wonder whether fate will eventually align in their favor.

The subplot involving Julia’s late grandmother visiting her in dreams is a lovely touch that adds emotional depth and a hint of magical realism. Through these dream visits, Julia receives advice from her grandmother, helping her navigate the complexities of her relationship with JP. This element allows the novel to explore themes of trust, intuition, and the importance of listening to one's heart. Julia’s struggle to reconcile her logical nature with her growing belief in fate and the invisible thread connecting her to JP makes for an emotionally rich character arc.

Moss’s writing is thoughtful and evocative, especially in the scenes that detail the passing years and the bittersweet moments of almost-connection between Julia and JP. Their near-misses, emotional distance, and lingering hope are portrayed with an authenticity that many readers will find both frustrating and heart-wrenching, but also reflective of real-life relationships. The novel’s pacing allows for these emotional beats to land, giving readers time to feel the weight of each separation and the promise of each potential reunion.

If there’s a minor drawback, it’s that some readers may wish for more direct interactions between Julia and JP as the years pass. While their brief encounters and emotional exchanges are powerful, there’s a sense of wanting more of them together, particularly as the novel builds toward its conclusion. That said, the emotional tension and longing work in the novel’s favor, keeping readers invested in their journey.

Final Thoughts:
Goodbye Again is a beautifully crafted, emotionally resonant story about love, fate, and the unpredictable paths that lead us to the people we are meant to be with. Caitlin Moss blends charm, heartache, and a touch of magic to create a romance that feels both timeless and true to life. For readers who enjoy slow-burn love stories with missed chances, deep emotional arcs, and a hint of destiny, this novel is sure to leave a lasting impression.

This is not your typical second-chance romance. With eight opportunities lost and the ninth being the best, it's the right person but the wrong time. The invisible string theory is demonstrated in this book, along with the idea that people who were meant to be together will eventually reunite. Let me caution you, though: even though Jules and JP have incredible chemistry, every opportunity lost will make you feel more and more heartbroken. Ensure that you have tissues on hand!

Beautifully written contemporary romance that tugs at your heartstrings. The story follows Julia Waters, a therapist, and JP Chapman, a kindergarten teacher, whose lives intertwine in unexpected ways over several years. Their journey is filled with missed chances, emotional highs and lows, and a touch of fate that keeps pulling them back together.

Moss’s writing is both poignant and engaging, making it easy to get lost in Julia and JP’s world. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and their chemistry is palpable. The emotional depth of the story, combined with the themes of love, loss, and self-discovery, makes this book a compelling read. Highly recommend

I loved this book from the first chapter. It made me feel giddy, these two characters stole my heart and held onto it right till the end.
I found myself grinning like an idiot at my kindle screen more times than I can to admit!!

This book is not your typical romance book and that is exactly why it is so brilliant . It’s real and messy and complicated, in the way that life is real and messy and complicated.

It feels like the life is continuously conspiring against these two while simultaneously working its hardest to bring them together every time.

Jules- “You will have many loves, most of them will be him”
Jp- “You will only have one”

You root for these two beautiful souls the whole way through, feeling everything they feel, right there alongside them. Their love is the type of love we pray for, the love we want so badly it hurts.

Just two people so close, yet so far at the same time. I laughed, I cried, I swooned, I cursed. This book was a roller coaster I could ride every day and never get sick of.

“You will begin where you began”

This was the easiest 5⭐️ rating iv ever given, without a doubt.

Read this book if you want a romance story that will change the way you think about love from this moment forward.

I love Caitlin Moss and this was another one of her hits! I couldn’t stop reading this it was so good. My poor heart ached all the way till the end. Everything about it drew me in and kept me there.

I recently had the chance to read this one as an ARC, and I found it to be a cute and heartwarming story. The book had a charming mix of romance and real-life situations that felt relatable and easy to connect with. 📚💞

The main characters Julia and JP were likeable, and their growth throughout the book kept me interested. I especially enjoyed how the author captured the relationship of Julia with her grandma. The small, everyday moments in a relationship made the story feel grounded and real. 🥰😇

That being said, I felt like the ending was a bit too drawn out. While I understood the need to wrap up all the plotlines, it felt like it took a bit longer than it should have, which slowed down the final parts of the book for me. Still, it didn't take away from the overall enjoyment, and I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a light, feel-good read.

If you're in the mood for a rollercoaster of emotions with moments of heartbreak, tears, and ultimately everything falling back into place, Goodbye Again is just what you need. ✨📚🧡

A big thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for the opportunity to enjoy this advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

I need to confess from the beginning that I wanted to love this book. Several readers I normally line up with in my romance opinions have loved this. For me though something just didn’t hit quite right for me to feel invested in the characters.

This could be my ongoing love/hate relationship with the back-and-forth trope. Undeniable chemistry on the first meeting, but now something keeps the couple apart, only to find themselves in and out of each other's lives over the years, but the timing never quite lines up. This is a favorite trope for many readers, but it takes a lot to make this work for me. I appreciate that Caitlin included two elements to their timing that were out of the character's control. For this, I give the book 5 stars. While the story felt like one we’ve read and could predict, it was nice that you could feel sympathy for the characters rather than just frustration.

Interestingly, one of the few notes I made had more to do with Julia’s relationship with her mom. I found it bothersome that her mother’s character was written only villainously. There wasn’t a positive interaction with her mother. Well, let me say—the truths/backstory and growth here were well done. I appreciated that this was written in a way that bothered me enough to make a note for myself, but by the end, it was rectified!

If you want angst, some tears, heartbreak (repeatedly), and then it all pieced together again, Goodbye Again is for you.

This book grabbed me by the heartstrings and never let up until the end. This book was fantastically written and had me engaged from start to finish. What a wild ride of an invisible string tying the FMC and MMC together through "chance" encounters. I enjoyed the fortune telling elements, Gramma Elle, chapter 42, and how much of an absolutely perfect MMC Caitlin Moss wrote. Reminded me of all of my favorite romance movies rolled into one. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. This was a fantastic read.