The Night We Met: Say You'll Remember Me, Band 2

I loved this book, but for some reason the ending felt a bit incomplete to me. Maybe because it was an extremely slow burn, but i still enjoyed it!

I loved this book, but for some reason the ending felt a bit incomplete to me. Maybe because it was an extremely slow burn, but i still enjoyed it.

The Night We Met ✨ Reading Mood: Tender, emotional, with moments of warmth and ache Author: Abby Jimenez Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 My Review: First, I want to start by saying I’m a longtime Abby Jimenez fan. If she writes it, I’m going to read it. Her stories have a way of reaching into my heart, and several are ones I wish I could experience again for the very first time. So when I saw a signed pre-order for The Night We Met, I didn’t hesitate. This one felt a bit different from what I’ve come to expect, and while I can clearly see the incredible potential within its pages, it left me a little conflicted. At its core, this story holds so much beauty—lovable main characters, emotional depth, and a romance that feels soft, tender, and sincere. However, for me, some of the language and more explicit remarks made it difficult to fully settle into the story. As a Christian reader, that’s something I personally struggle with, and it pulled me out of moments I otherwise would have deeply connected with. That said, there was still so much here that I genuinely loved. Chris and Larissa were both written with such care, and I found them incredibly easy to root for. Their connection felt natural and heartfelt, and their shared love of so many things made me root for them even more—especially their shared love of books. Dreamy. 😍 Their dynamic had moments that were genuinely sweet and easy to get lost in. I do wish their relationship had fewer complications involving Mike, as I would have loved to see their feelings unfold more freely. It was that situation that was a bit harder for me to read emotionally. It brought up some deeply familiar feelings around not being fully chosen in situations where emotions feel divided, and it lingered in a quiet, personal way. Even so, Chris and Larissa themselves were never the issue for me—I truly loved them together. This could have easily been a 5-star read for me if it had focused solely on the two of them. Woofarine (or “Woofie,” as he is affectionately referred to) was such a bright presence—and a bit of a stinker in the best way—which added a touch of humor I deeply appreciated. The moments of Chris and Larissa “co-parenting” him brought a softness and levity that balanced the heavier themes beautifully. The themes of grief, anxiety, and PTSD were handled with honesty and compassion. These are deeply personal for me, and I appreciated the care taken to portray them in a way that felt real and respectful. That thread carried a quiet weight that stayed with me. Even though this wasn’t my favorite Abby Jimenez read, I’m still grateful for every book of hers I’ve read—including this one. Her stories have a way of speaking to my heart in beautiful ways, often reminding me what it means to love well and love deeply. And that is a gift. I’ll absolutely continue picking up her books. If you’re sensitive to language or content (or the triggers noted in the author’s note), this may be one to approach with caution—but her earlier books remain some of my most cherished reads. 🫶