Before You Say I Love You

Unforgettable Love Stories, Book 2

Maddie Whittle can't let go of the past.

Life hasn't been the same since she lost her brother six years ago. She keeps the grief boxed away, instead focusing on turning her family's estate into a recovery retreat.

So the last thing Maddie expects — or wants — is James Byron, a former schoolmate, showing up at her home in search of a runaway pig.

He's infuriating, stubborn and a walking contradiction — a man who has no time for Maddie yet refuses to turn his back on the scruffy rescue dog who follows him everywhere.

But she needs help. And he needs a job.

The only thing they can agree on is their mutual dislike as they find themselves embarking on a winter of renovation, working side by side.

But against her better judgement, and the fact they couldn't be more different, Maddie finds herself drawn to James more than anyone she's ever met.

Maddie and James are entangled in something neither of them expected — an unspoken connection, a spark of something real.

Maddie has been living life in her brother's memory. Can she find the courage to open her heart and live it to the full . . . this time, for herself?

From an award-winning author, this is a heartwarming story about finding love — or it finding you — in the most unexpected places. Perfect for fans of Cecilia Ahern, Nicholas Sparks, Shari Low, Amanda Prowse, Jojo Moyes or Holly Miller.

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Loving

I didn’t like the long repeats but the overall story was great. I’m going through depression and this helped distract and give hope to life and dreams.

Meaningful story line.

Recovery from family tragedy and what it might look like. Life goals. Life is all genres mixed together in random order, this book is reflective.

Emotional maturity of the characters, refreshing

As someone who had to learn emotional maturity as an adult the hard way, it’s really nice to read characters that have it already. It’s reassuring and comforting experiencing relationships (through written word) that are safe. Love this series and the author!

family love

amazing family friends growth, love for one another, where they came from where they went to

These books as so sweet and funny. Also sad and tender. I love the feminist take on them as well!

If you like love stories and the empowerment of woman, this is the series for you. The characters are real and flawed. They have a beautiful love and respect for one another. The stories are vivid and full of emotion. I was sad there weren’t more to read. Hoping the author will keep writing them as I’d love to see the other characters blossom and find love.