The Light We Lost

Jill Santopolo’s The Light We Lost is a captivating and heartfelt story of love, loss, and the choices that define our lives. It follows the story of Lucy and Gabe from their college days to the present day, where their lives have taken them in different directions. With its beautiful writing style and complex characters, this novel will leave you breathless as you follow their journey towards finding each other again. Readers will be captivated by both the realism and hope that inspire Lucy and Gabe’s story.

The narrative takes us through the couple’s tumultuous relationship that has spanned over a decade. Lucy’s decision to move away from Gabe after college had left an emotional scar on both of them, causing them to struggle with letting go of their past mistakes and moving on with their lives. At the same time, they are constantly reminded of what could have been if they had chosen differently. As they reminisce about their past together, readers will find themselves becoming emotionally invested in each of their individual stories.

The detailed characterization allows readers to connect with both Lucy and Gabe on an intimate level as they explore how life can change when two people face tough decisions. Despite being apart for so long, they are still deeply connected to each other, something that becomes more evident as the novel progresses. The Light We Lost is a powerful reminder of how our choices can shape our lives for better or worse.