Before We Were Us By Denise Hunter

In She Can’t Remember. He Can’t Forget, Lauren Wentworth wakes up in a New Hampshire hospital with no memory of the last four months. She soon discovers she’s been working at a rustic resort and dating Jonah Landry—her former nemesis turned adoring boyfriend. Despite her initial confusion, Lauren is determined to get her life back on track, ignoring her lost memories and focusing on returning to her dream job in the city.

Jonah, heartbroken that Lauren has forgotten their summer together, is desperate to rekindle the love they shared. As Lauren works to fulfill her commitment to the resort, Jonah patiently hopes she’ll remember their connection. However, Lauren remains resistant, convinced that the summer—and her feelings for Jonah—were a detour she’d rather leave behind.

As the seasons change, Lauren slowly begins to notice the man she once fell for, sparking doubts about her future. She grapples with whether to stick with her big-city plans or give in to the undeniable warmth and affection Jonah offers. In this charming contemporary romance, the journey toward love is filled with tender moments, heartfelt realizations, and the struggle between following the heart and mind.

With a cozy, small-town setting and rich character dynamics, the novel explores themes of memory, rediscovery, and the fear of letting go of carefully laid plans for an unexpected but deeper connection. Perfect for readers who enjoy second-chance love stories, this standalone novel includes discussion questions for book clubs, adding an interactive dimension to the reading experience.