Whenever You're Ready BY Rachel Runya Katz

Whenever You’re Ready by Rachel Runya Katz is a heartfelt sapphic romance about love, friendship, and healing. Nia and Jade were inseparable growing up, thanks to their mutual best friend, Michal. But three years after Michal’s death from cancer and a brutal fight between Nia and Jade, they’re barely speaking. That changes when Nia receives a letter from Michal on her 29th birthday, urging her and Jade to embark on a southern Jewish history road trip they had planned before she passed.

Joined by Michal’s former boyfriend and Jade’s twin brother, Jonah, the group embarks on an emotional journey that rekindles the bond between Nia and Jade. As old memories resurface and the miles pass, it’s clear how deeply the two women have missed each other. Yet, unresolved feelings soon bubble to the surface. Nia has been in love with Jade since their teenage years, while Jade has always kept their friendship separate from romantic possibility.

As tensions rise, Nia and Jade must confront the reasons behind their estrangement, their unspoken feelings, and their complex relationships with Jonah. The road trip becomes a pivotal moment for them to decide whether to take a risk on love or let their fears keep them apart.

Rachel Runya Katz masterfully blends humor, emotion, and slow-burn tension in this poignant romance. Whenever You’re Ready is a beautiful exploration of grief, family, and the courage it takes to seize lasting love.

Perfect for fans of tender, emotional love stories, this novel is an instant favorite.