The Light We Lost

By: Jill Santopolo

Narrated by: Jill Santopolo

The New York Times Bestseller and A Reese’s Book Club Pick

“This love story between Lucy & Gabe spans decades and continents as two star-crossed lovers try to return to each other…Will they ever meet again? This book kept me up at night, turning the pages to find out, and the ending did not disappoint.”—Reese Witherspoon

“One Day meets Me Before You meets your weekender bag.”—The Skimm

“Extraordinary.”—Emily Giffin

He was the first person to inspire her, to move her, to truly understand her. Was he meant to be the last?

Lucy is faced with a life-altering choice. But before she can make her decision, she must start her story—their story—at the very beginning.

Lucy and Gabe meet as seniors at Columbia University on a day that changes both of their lives forever. Together, they decide they want their lives to mean something, to matter. When they meet again a year later, it seems fated—perhaps they'll find life's meaning in each other. But then Gabe becomes a photojournalist assigned to the Middle East and Lucy pursues a career in New York. What follows is a thirteen-year journey of dreams, desires, jealousies, betrayals, and, ultimately, of love. Was it fate that brought them together? Is it choice that has kept them away? Their journey takes Lucy and Gabe continents apart, but never out of each other's hearts.

This devastatingly romantic debut novel about the enduring power of first love, with a shocking, unforgettable ending, is Love Story for a new generation.

“It's the epic love story of 2017.”—Redbook

If it was a movie

If it was a movie I wouldn't see it. The ending is too real and too raw with emotion. I wouldn't be smiling as I left. But it is a good book. I was really half way through before I got pulled in. The selfishness and selfcenterdness of the characters made it hard for me to listen. But Ms. Santopolo's performance was excellent and as I continued to listen I became completely absorbed. In several years I would like to read the rest of the story.

Memorable Story!

This is such a beautiful, unique story. The author wrote in such an authentic way to represent her main character. I found myself reflecting on my own life and relationships as I read. I almost hated to end the book!

Give it time

Slow in the beginning but it will hook you in. I loved it and recommend

So many questions...

I enjoyed this book overall, but I did not enjoy the ending. I have so many questions I need answered. Will there be a sequel?!

Such a wonderful book

The author narrates this story, and she does such a good job! I cried and laughed throughout this book. I didn't want it to end.