Gone Before Goodbye by Harlan Coben, Reese Witherspoon
on October 14, 2025
Genres: Fiction / Action & Adventure, Fiction / Mystery & Detective / International Crime & Mystery, Fiction / Thrillers / Crime, Fiction / Thrillers / Medical, Fiction / Thrillers / Suspense
Pages: 352
Format: Hardcover
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Gone Before Goodbye is everything I want in a thriller — twisty, fast-paced, and impossible to put down. Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben make a powerhouse team, blending his signature suspense with her sharp, character-driven storytelling. The result? A high-stakes, cinematic ride that hooked me from the very first page.
The Story
Dr. Maggie McCabe has always lived on the edge. As a celebrated Army combat surgeon, she thrives under pressure — until tragedy strikes and her life unravels. After losing her medical license and her sense of purpose, she’s offered one last lifeline: a secretive job from a former colleague catering to ultra-wealthy clients who demand absolute discretion.
When Maggie accepts an assignment halfway across the world to treat one of the world’s most mysterious men, she quickly realizes this isn’t just another surgery. The opulent setting, the security, the secrecy — something about it all feels off. And when her patient suddenly vanishes under her care, Maggie is thrown into a deadly conspiracy that forces her to go on the run to save herself.
My Thoughts
This book had me completely hooked. The pacing, the tension, the emotion — it all hits at full speed and never lets up. Every time I thought I had it figured out, another twist came crashing in, leaving me wide-eyed and flipping pages as fast as I could.
Maggie is such a fantastic lead — bold, flawed, and full of grit. She’s the kind of heroine you root for instantly. And while the story delivers plenty of edge-of-your-seat action, it also has humor and heart, thanks to a few unforgettable side characters who bring levity to all the chaos.
By the time I reached the ending, I had so many questions and theories swirling in my head. This is one of those books that you immediately want to discuss with someone — the kind that keeps you thinking long after you finish. And honestly? It needs to be a movie. The visuals, the suspense, the globe-trotting energy — it would translate perfectly to the big screen.
Final Thoughts
Gone Before Goodbye is a thrilling, high-octane story that combines razor-sharp plotting with emotional depth and unforgettable characters. If you love fast-paced suspense with heart and humor woven in, this one’s a must-read.
(5/5)
Read this if you like:
Smart, fearless female leads
High-stakes, international thrillers
Stories that feel ready for the big screen
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