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Before I Let You Go

A gripping novel about the unbreakable bond between sisters
By Kelly Rimmer
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Before I Let You Go by Kelly Rimmer is a compelling tale that explores the complex relationship between two sisters. One sister is struggling with addiction, and the other is a doctor who must grapple with ethical and personal dilemmas. Set against the backdrop of a sensitive legal and emotional situation, the story delves into themes of family, forgiveness, and the powerful bonds that unite siblings.
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You might like this book if you enjoy emotionally charged stories that explore complex family relationships, particularly between sisters. It's a compelling read that delves into themes of love, redemption, and the struggles of addiction, offering a poignant look at how past decisions can shape the future.

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Your sister needs you. But her child needs you more... A moving page-turner with a heart-pounding dilemma: Your sister or her baby. Who do you choose? Fans of Jodi Picoult and Jojo Moyes will love Australia's Kelly Rimmer.

As children, Lexie and Annie were incredibly close. Bonded by the death of their beloved father, they weathered the storms of life together. When Lexie leaves home to follow her dream, Annie is forced to turn to her leather-bound journal as the only place she can confide her deepest secrets and fears...

As adults, sisters Lexie and Annie could not be more different. Lexie is a successful doctor and happily engaged. Annie is an addict – a thief, a liar and unable to remain clean. When Annie's newborn baby is in danger of being placed in foster care, Annie picks up the phone to beg her sister for help. Will Lexie agree to take in her young niece? And how will Annie survive, losing the only thing in her life worth living for?

What do you do when your sister, an addict, tells you she's pregnant and needs your help? Before I Let You Go is the stunning new novel from Kelly Rimmer, internationally bestselling Australian author of The Secret Daughter, Me Without You, When I Lost You and A Mother's Confession.

'Get ready for fireworks in your book club when you read Kelly Rimmer's Before I Let You Go! One of the best books for discussion that I've read in years.' — DIANE CHAMBERLAIN, New York Times bestselling author

'A heartbreaking story about families and how far they will go to save the ones they love. Kelly Rimmer's characters are captivating.' — DAILY TELEGRAPH

'Bestselling Australian author, Kelly Rimmer, serves up a heart-pounding dilemma.' — MARIE CLAIRE

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Before I Let You Go by Kelly Rimmer is praised for its heartfelt portrayal of the bond between sisters and its deep dive into pressing issues like the opioid epidemic and the justice system. Reviewers commend Rimmer's authentic voice and her ability to convey the complexities and emotional dilemmas faced by women, capturing both heartbreak and hope. The novel challenges social judgements, weaving a compelling story about love, addiction, and the enduring connections of family.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733639173

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 February 2018

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hachette Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 151.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 490g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

Kelly Rimmer is the author of historical and contemporary fiction, including The Warsaw Orphan, The Things We Cannot Say and The Secret Daughter, with 3 million books sold. Her books have been translated into dozens of languages and have appeared on bestseller lists around the world, including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today. Since 2022, Kelly has owned and operated Collins Booksellers Orange, the last remaining bookstore in the regional city she calls home.

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