Before saying goodbye

by Toshikazu Kawaguchi

First published 2024

Yuta and Haruka have been inseparable for years. But now, Yuta's time is running out. As they cherish their last days, they revisit cherished memories and grapple with the pain of their impending separation. Yuta is determined to make the most of the time they have left, even as Haruka struggles to accept the cruel reality. In this tender, bittersweet story, the couple navigates the complexities of love, loss, and the human need for connection. Taken in by the couple's unwavering bond, readers will be moved by their poignant journey.

Genres: drama, romance, literary-fiction, family-life, contemporary

Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking

Tropes: found-family, friends-to-lovers

140 pages · Paperback · PAN MACMILLAN

Content warnings: terminal-illness

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