From Cynthia Hand comes a heartfelt and emotional young adult novel about grief, guilt, family, and learning how to keep living after an unimaginable loss.

Lex used to have a life that felt whole. She had a family, friends, a boyfriend, and a future that seemed clear. But everything changes after her younger brother, Ty, dies by suicide, leaving Lex and her family shattered.

Now Lex is trying to hold herself together while everyone around her looks at her differently. Her mother is drowning in grief, her friendships feel strained, and the life she had before feels impossible to return to.

But Lex is carrying something else too. A secret.

On the night Ty died, he sent her a text message—one that makes her question what she could have done, what she missed, and whether she will ever be able to forgive herself.

Raw, tender, and deeply moving, The Last Time We Say Goodbye explores grief, survivor’s guilt, family heartbreak, forgiveness, and the painful process of finding hope after loss.

✨ Genre: Young Adult / Contemporary / Mental Health
🌶️ Spice Level: Moderate (heavy themes)
📚 Series: Standalone

Heartbreaking, honest, and emotional—perfect for readers who appreciate powerful YA stories about grief, healing, family, and learning to say goodbye 💔📖