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This Could Be Us Hardcover – March 5, 2024

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“Heart-searing, sensual, and life affirming.” ―EMILY HENRY, #1 New York Times bestselling author
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Soledad Barnes has her life all planned out. Because, of course, she does. She plans everything. She designs everything. She fixes everything. She’s a domestic goddess who's never met a party she couldn't host or a charge she couldn't lead. The one with all the answers and the perfect vinaigrette for that summer salad. But none of her varied talents can save her when catastrophe strikes, and the life she built with the man who was supposed to be her forever, goes poof in a cloud of betrayal and disillusion.

But there is no time to pout or sulk, or even grieve the life she lost. She's too busy keeping a roof over her daughters' heads and food on the table. And in the process of saving them all, Soledad rediscovers herself. From the ashes of a life burned to the ground, something bold and new can rise.

But then an unlikely man enters the picture—the forbidden one, the one she shouldn't want but can't seem to resist. She's lost it all before and refuses to repeat her mistakes. Can she trust him? Can she trust herself?

After all she's lost . . .and found . . .can she be brave enough to make room for what could be?

For fans of Tia Williams and Colleen Hoover comes a deeply moving and personal novel about sacrifice, self-reliance, and finding true happiness from “one of the finest romance writers of our age.” ―Entertainment Weekly

"A gorgeously grown-up romance and a story about self-love and reinvention...a great novel for readers who appreciate multilayered romantic fiction with elements of domestic drama, scandal, and inspiration." ―NPR

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“Real. Raw. Magnificent!”―Colleen Hoover, #1 New York Times bestselling author, on Before I Let Go

"A slow burn with a searing payoff."―People

“Kennedy Ryan pours her whole soul into everything she writes, and it makes for books that are heart-searing, sensual, and life affirming. We are lucky to be living in a world where she writes.”―EMILY HENRY, #1 New York Times bestselling author, on Before I Let Go

“Kennedy Ryan has a fan for life.”―Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author

"Kennedy Ryan knows the secret corridors of the human heart better than nearly any other writer working today. She is a cartographer of the soul and she leads us to a place of passion, love and acceptance."―S. A. COSBY, New York Times bestselling author of All the Sinners Bleed

"Kennedy makes the chemistry palpable , , , This sexy and mature romance is another hit for Ryan."―Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Tender, sensual and sigh-worthy.”―BookPage, starred review

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"Ryan is a powerhouse of a writer."―USA Today

"A sensitive look at parenting and desire, This Could Be Us really could be about any of us."―Oprah Daily

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New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kennedy Ryan writes for women from all walks of life, empowering them and placing them firmly at the center of each story and in charge of their own destinies. An EBONY Power 100 Honoree, Kennedy and her writings have been featured in NPR, Entertainment Weekly, USA Today, Glamour, Cosmo, TIME, and many others. Kennedy is an executive producer for her Skyland series, which is currently in development for television at Peacock. The cofounder of LIFT 4 Autism, an annual charitable book auction, Kennedy has a passion for raising Autism awareness. Dubbed the Queen of Hugs by her readers, she is a wife to her “lifetime lover” and mother to an extraordinary son.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Forever (March 5, 2024)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 416 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1538767430
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1538767436
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.12 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 1.25 x 8.5 inches

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New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kennedy Ryan writes for women from all walks of life, empowering them and placing them firmly at the center of each story and in charge of their own destinies. Kennedy and her writings have been featured in NPR, Entertainment Weekly, USA Today, Glamour, Cosmo, Ebony, TIME, and many others. The audio edition of her novel Reel received the prestigious Audie® Award, and her Skyland series is currently in development for television at Peacock. The co-founder of LIFT 4 Autism, an annual charitable book auction, Kennedy has a passion for raising Autism awareness. Dubbed "Queen of Hugs" by her readers, she is a wife to her "lifetime lover," and mother to an extraordinary son.

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Customers find this book engaging and beautifully written, with vivid imagery that immerses them in the characters and story. Moreover, they appreciate its portrayal of self-love and healthy coparenting relationships, while also being emotionally moving and filled with heartbreak. Additionally, the book receives positive feedback for its well-developed characters, particularly Soledad, and its profound exploration of personal growth and healing.

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"This Could Be Us is a magnificent, poignant, and intense story about the deep-seated love we should have, not for others, but for ourselves...." Read more

"...All that said, I feel Kennedy is a good and strong writer with tremendous heart and the facility to convey it, and I wouldn't be surprised to..." Read more

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"...there’s so much i admired about this book. the genuine art of sisterhood, soul sister friendships, heartbreak, betrayal and starting over...." Read more

"...In this scintillating and sanguine work of fiction, we see Soledad Charles go from the life of a glamorous housewife to the life of a struggling..." Read more

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"...Soledad is a woman of incredible inner strength, compassion, and fortitude who is surrounded by friends and family that cherish and fortify her...." Read more

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another beautifully written masterpiece . . .
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this book exposed the most vulnerable depths of womanhood and motherhood. too often women lose themselves to the arms of becoming a mother . at the expectations of being the perfect partner, wife.

this book is NOT JUST a phenomenal read, it’s a healing to all women. a comfort in seeing parts of ourselves, our daily struggles both mentally, physically and emotionally with our children, our families being expressed so precise.

i enjoyed how soledad not only found her voice but grew to love herself authentically by appreciating herself through the art of content, reassuring her girls the value of being a SAHM, showing up for not just her friends but for those who are in need and trusting her heart again.

there’s so much i admired about this book. the genuine art of sisterhood, soul sister friendships, heartbreak, betrayal and starting over. autism and raising a child or children who are autistic. being expressive of what you do and don’t deserve in a relationship and understanding that you can be a parent and still live life.

thank you kennedy ryan again for this outstanding, mature read, looking forward to reading hendrix’s book. in the meantime i will explore you other book series !

IT IS SUCH A WORTHY READ!!! GET YOURSELF A COPY or x 2

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Clarissa Pham
Uplifting and Inspiring
Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2025
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This Could Be Us is a magnificent, poignant, and intense story about the deep-seated love we should have, not for others, but for ourselves. It's a story about the impassioned and ardent love of the self. This novel is life-affirming, uplifting, and inspirational.

In this scintillating and sanguine work of fiction, we see Soledad Charles go from the life of a glamorous housewife to the life of a struggling single parent provider just trying to keep a roof over her head after her husband not only cheats on her but is jailed for embezzling money from his employer. During Soledad's sojourn of self-discovery, she has to tackle finding a way to survive and ultimately thrive on her own as the divorcee of an ex-con. While confronting the devastation her ex-husband has left her with, she falls in love with Judah Cross, the man who put her husband in jail.

Soledad is a woman of incredible inner strength, compassion, and fortitude who is surrounded by friends and family that cherish and fortify her. Relationships with the women in her lives are aspirational and inspirational. Frequently books geared towards women, especially romance, feature toxic love interests and harmful relationships. You won't find any of that negativity in this refreshing narrative.

I loved everything about this book from its cover to the last page. The book is a fast-paced page turner that even those who aren't into romance will love. It's the most inspirational and empowering work of fiction I've come across. I can't recommend this novel enough; every woman should have a copy of This Could Be Us on her shelves.

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Is it just me or could this have been a great Judah & Tremaine's Second Chances book?
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2025
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The book starts strong with Judah, Tremaine and their twins with autism.
Then we are introduced to Soledad, whom the story ends up being about. Considering this point, I feel it should have started with Soledad.

For the first third, or so, of the book, I felt the writing was strong and the story very much captivated me.

Unfortunately, the longer it went on--too long, I fear--the looser, or maybe it's uneven, it got. Until the last four chapters, which I thought were strong again

I felt this book would have been better as two different stories. One, a divorce story in which the character of Soledad is betrayed by her criminal husband and then puts her life back together with her children.
Those sections had some great writing.

The second story could have been a second chances romance between Judah and Tremaine in which the children with autism temporarily have the heartbreak of losing the family unit and then regain it because Judah and Tremaine find each other again when the boys are a little older and don't take all the bandwidth.

I read the book on Kindle, so I'm not sure how much of it I skipped through, but it feels like close to half. And then I read the last four chapters which, to me, were mildly satisfying.

All that said, I feel Kennedy is a good and strong writer with tremendous heart and the facility to convey it, and I wouldn't be surprised to discover that she has written stories that are more of a piece than this one.

I started out with three stars, then changed it to four, because writing is dang hard, even for the best. And you don't always have all the time in the world to make your book everything it could be.

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This book is a beautiful story
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2025
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This story is written beautifully and shows how everyone has a story. I love Soledad shows us how you have to not only love yourself first but how you can find yourself after a marriage has gone downhill. Judah showed us how to be patient in life and not rush into anything just let things flow. I also love the facts about how it talks about autism and how we need to educate ourselves and see how parents who have children who have autism go through. I don't have any negative thoughts about this book. I love how it's written and how it takes you to a rollercoaster. I love this author and I recommend people to read this book 😁.

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love this book!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2025
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The flow of this author!!! The way she makes you feel like you are there and can feel, taste, and smell everything around you. You really feel for the characters. You get so attached. I switched back and forth between audible and kindle!! Both would recommend.

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sweetromee
Wow, could not stop reading
Reviewed in Germany on March 20, 2024
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I love all of Kennedy Ryans
this one is my favorite thus far. How Soledad fought for herself, her girls. I felt that. And Judah just OMG. The love he gives is just like a beautiful fairy tale.

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Theresa
Favourite book of the year
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 29, 2024
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I absolutely loved this book. It was very relatable and you really fall in love with the characters. Great balance between plot and romance. I knew I wanted to know about Soledad from the prequel ‘Before I let go’. I would say it has made me a big fan of Kennedy Ryan. I also love that she added a playlist for this book. I can’t wait to read her next one !!!

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 29, 2024
I absolutely loved this book. It was very relatable and you really fall in love with the characters. Great balance between plot and romance. I knew I wanted to know about Soledad from the prequel ‘Before I let go’. I would say it has made me a big fan of Kennedy Ryan. I also love that she added a playlist for this book. I can’t wait to read her next one !!!

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Love yourself
Reviewed in France on December 24, 2024
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Kennedy Ryan has a way of taking my heart, breaking it, and piecing it back together in the most beautiful way possible. This Could Be Us is no exception. It's not just a story—it’s an emotional experience.

This novel follows two deeply flawed yet profoundly lovable characters as they navigate love, heartbreak, and second chances. Ryan’s writing doesn’t shy away from the messiness of relationships—the fights, the misunderstandings, and the moments where love isn’t enough… or so it seems. Every page is drenched with raw, real emotion that made me laugh, cry, and hold my breath all at once.

What truly sets this book apart is its unflinching portrayal of healing. The characters are layered and complex, carrying burdens that feel heartbreakingly real. Their struggles are not magically fixed but are addressed with honesty and care. You feel every moment of their journey, rooting for them even when the odds seem impossible.

Ryan’s prose is nothing short of poetic. There were lines I had to stop and reread because they were so beautiful and full of truth. The romantic tension? Off the charts. The chemistry between the characters is electric—equal parts fiery and tender, leaving you desperate for them to find their way back to each other.

This book isn’t just a romance; it’s a story of resilience, forgiveness ( forgive yourself), and choosing love (love yourself) even when it’s hard. It’s about fighting for what truly matters and finding the courage to open your heart again.

If you’re looking for a love story that will wreck you in the best possible way and leave you clutching your chest by the final page, This Could Be Us is a must-read. Kennedy Ryan has delivered yet another masterpiece that I won’t stop thinking about anytime soon.

✨ Rating: 5/5 stars
📚 For fans of: Emotional, character-driven romances with second chances and unforgettable love stories

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Another fantastic story by Kennedy Ryan!
Reviewed in Spain on July 29, 2024
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Kennedy Ryan writes deep and meaningful stories that touch my soul. I LOVE all her books. I am an intense user of Kindle Unlimited but never doubt to spend the euros to purchase her books because I know it will be worth it.

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Awesome delivery, great book!
Reviewed in Canada on March 4, 2025
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Delivery was so fast. And the books is a great sequel to Before I Let Go

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another beautifully written masterpiece . . .

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