Every main character lives happily ever after in this almost entirely predictable romantic perspective on breast cancer. Not realistic, in my experience. ( )

Title: Never Say Goodbye
Author: Susan Lewis
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Reviewed By: Arlena Dean
Age Recommended: New Adult-Adult
Rating: 5
Review:

"Never Say Goodbye" by Susan Lewis was quite a read and the first thing I will say is that this read was of a terminal illness. I believe that needs to be said up front, now this doesn't take anything away from this excellent read. "Never Say Goodbye" was beautiful well written by this author that was 'sensitively and humorously told' with some well portrayed, colorful, depicted, believable and defined characters with each one having their own story and problems that were to be dealt with.

Even though this was not for the most part a happy heartwarming read for it was sad at times, but still it was a good read that did have some amusing moments. I found this a gripping story that once

I got into this read I found it hard to put down because in the read I found out so much more than just about 'the cancer' but more about 'friendship, love, family bonds, even romance and how people are sent to you just at the right time when you need them the most.' ( )

I had not realised that this story was about a terminal illness. I do not usually knowingly read books on this subject as I find them disturbing. However, this one is sensitively and humorously told. It's beautifully written with some great, well defined and believable characters. They each have their own story to tell and their own problems to deal with.

I like Susan Lewis as an author and have read quite a few of her books over the years. I have always enjoyed them and Never Say Goodbye is no exception. Even though there is a serious thread at its heart and it is sad at times, it is by no means a miserable tale. There are some amusing moments and I liked that the story was left on a positive note.

A moving and heartwarming, but at the same time heart wrenching, story which I would have no hesitation in recommending as a thoroughly enjoyable read.

Many thanks to Netgalley and Random House publishers for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book. ( )