I am struggling to collect my thoughts to give this book a good enough review. Firstly it is 4 stars instead of 5 because I felt that in the first part of the book, things moved VERY quickly, a little too quickly for me. I went into this thinking it was just a romance book, but I had no idea that it would put me through all kinds of emotions. It was heartbreakingly beautiful and I think a story that will probably stick with me for a very long time.

Did Not Finish. Too sentimental and predictable, left me feeling irritable

I don’t think any book has ever made me cry so much! Absolutely heartachingly beautiful story with characters who are so convincingly real! I would have been friends with Fran and would definitely have fallen in love with Will (both times!)! One of the best love stories I’ve ever read!

i was surprised by how much i loved this book. the two soulmates finding each other again is a trope that doesn't always read this well but this book did it perfectly. the plot twist was predictable but i didn't even care because it was written so beautifully and my heart broke for will and fran and everyone else. the one thing i didn't like about this book was that it was a little slow at points but still readable. the bucket list idea is basic but still really cute and i loved the chapters where their children bonded. overall the book was incredible.

3.5

Expect the Unexpected

This book was not what I thought it would be, I was expecting a nice, light romcom judging by the cover but what I got was so much more. It was funny, romantic and heartbreaking all in one. Tears at the end for me so don’t read in public. A great book even if not what I expected

I was expecting a second chance romcom, but got this bittersweet lovestory. Very moving and a good reminder not to dwell on the negative but enjoy all the good times.

I got this arc in exchange for an honest review.

Before We Grow Old is a powerful yet emotional story of love and loss. Fran is a single mum, living comfortably. During a break at work in the local Cafe, she is flabbergasted to see Will; Will was her very best friend growing up which turned to live when they were teenagers. The attention to detail in this novel is outstanding, i was drawn in from the first page. Tissues will be needed!!