November 9: A Novel

A gripping tale of love, secrets, and betrayal perfect “for fans of Gillian Flynn” (Library Journal, starred review) from the beloved #1 New York Times bestselling author of Reminders of Him and It Ends with Us.

When Fallon meets Ben, an aspiring novelist, their connection defies logic, sparking an instant bond that seems almost too perfect. But perfection often hides cracks, and as their unconventional arrangement unfolds, the pair agrees to meet only once a year on November 9th—with no contact in between. What begins as an intriguing exploration of love and trust quickly turns into something stronger with more twists than either of them imagined.

Beneath their romance lies a tense undercurrent and Fallon begins to question Ben’s true intentions. With each passing November, the web of truth and lies grows tighter, and what started as a love story teeters on the edge of obsession.

Pulsing with intense chemistry and heart-stopping revelations this riveting novel dares to ask: Can love survive when the truth is the ultimate plot twist

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Published Nov 10, 2015

320 pages

Average rating: 7.98

1,821 RATINGS

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Readers say *November 9* is an emotional, gripping romance centered on love, trauma, and self-acceptance. They praise Colleen Hoover’s engaging writin...

The.readrose
Jan 28, 2026
8/10 stars
4.5
Doodlebugsjuju
Jan 26, 2025
6/10 stars
This was an easy read for me. I liked the story line up to the plot twist. I will recommend but not a favorite of mine for Colleen Hoover
Nicki O’Barton
May 18, 2026
10/10 stars
I took several months to think about how I can describe this book... And here I am still speechless. This book by CoHo is everything you want it to be and everything you don't want it to be. Her final twist will leave you numb, crying, and in need of a bottle of wine (or two).

In this novel, Fallon meets her future boyfriend, Ben, at a restaurant while she is eating with her father. As her father warns her that her acting career is over because of the burn scars she wears as a result of a fire that broke out at her father's home when she was young. Previous child actress, Fallon feels lost with her life. Just before moving across the country, she meets Ben.

Ben and Fallon make a deal about meeting each year on November 9th, the anniversary of Fallon's accident and the day they officially met. And, well I will just let you read the rest of their sticky ooey gooey love.
Meggu09
May 03, 2026
6/10 stars
At first I was like 🙄 then I was like 😏 some parts were 🥰 and 🤭 and then 😨and then the ending was kind of 🤨. Sorry that’s the best way I can describe it. Overall enjoyable but not realistic.
Bree F
Feb 23, 2026
8/10 stars
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