The Beginner's Goodbye is the sweetest, saddest tale of Aaron and Dorothy, husband and wife. Aaron and Dorothy have the most unique spousal relationship I have known or read about and it seems to work for them. Until it doesn't. Not because of any scandal, but because of a tragedy, the result of which leaves Aaron alone. The story that ensues is Aaron's story as he tries to make sense of his life with his beloved Dorothy gone.
This book hits on my greatest fear in life--Rob leaving me suddenly, with no time for goodbyes or telling him how much I love him and care for him--as well as my second fear--being forced to live without him. In such a sweet and touching way, Aaron realizes both of these fears and he does what I could only hope that I might if I were ever faced with such tragedy. What I love most is that Aaron does it all his own way and on his own time table. He mourns and grieves and eventually he moves on and lives again (of course, he was very young and should've moved on and love again).
I adore the title of the book and should you ever choose to read this wonderful novel, you will learn it's significance then. I won't spoil it for you today!
Happy reading!
-Dodie
I loved this book too! So glad you enjoyed it!
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