How can a book break you so much but also be so completely life-affirming? Whatever it is, Amy Neff has perfected the recipe. This book is full of life, hope and romance and completely wrecked me. Told through dual timelines of the past and present day, as a reader my heart connected with every single character and I felt like I went through the emotional turmoils that they were experiencing. Multiple perspectives really gave an insight and almost, in a way, a reality. It’s a beautiful love story, yes, but it’s also realistic.
If you’re looking for light-hearted, look away, this complex and intricate novel is not the one for you. It’s a hard read, there are low moments and hard subjects, you will love it whilst it rips your heart out.
‘I can’t say goodbye & I love you in the same breath.’
About the Book
In the summer of 1941, on the New England shores where they were raised, Evelyn and Joseph fell in love. Now, more than sixty years later, with a lifetime between them, they have gathered their three grown children to share the staggering news: she has received a tragic diagnosis, and he cannot live without her. So in one year’s time, they will end their lives on their own terms.
As the couple comes to grips with their fate, they retrace their past—the joys and regrets, the laughter and the sorrow—that brought them to this moment. They embark on a journey to live out their greatest dreams and to comfort and connect with each of their children before they’re gone. But as their final days draw closer, they must confront the stark reality of what they are about to do, and make peace with the legacy they will leave behind for their family.
Spanning the twentieth century from World War II to 9/11 and beyond, The Days I Loved You Most is a timeless tale of unwavering devotion — a moving tribute to the enduring power of love and a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is always hope and beauty to be found.
About The Author
Amy Neff’s debut novel, The Days I Loved You Most, is a love letter to the seaside town where her family has spent summers since the early 1900s. She lives in Connecticut with her husband and two sons.
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