Rave reviews for "Before I Go":

"Riley Weston is no novice at writing, and she proves it again and again with this amazing debut novel. Readers should prepare for a journey into deeply developed characters, a fast-paced plot, and an emotional explosion of tears, laughter and everything in between. Though aimed at young adult females, this novel will move the hearts of pre-teens through age 100 and beyond. The focus on the mother/daughter relationship and the special bond between Madison and Jackson make this book a potential award winner."
- Reviewed by Chris Shanley-Dillman, author of FINDING MY LIGHT and THE BLACK POND

Riley Weston has created a novel that no synopsis can describe.  Ms. Weston is a talented writer that has left this reviewer speechless.  Nothing that can be written in a review can describe the emotional impact her novel had on this reader’s heart and mind…Anyone looking for a novel that brings tears to the eyes will find BEFORE I GO one of the best novels of 2006.”
- Angie, Love Romances and More

“This was one of the most powerfully written books I have read in a long time. It will definitely be in my top ten for 2006.”
- Sheryl Root, Armchair Interviews (click for full review)

Beautifully written, incredibly moving, with characters so strong I wanted them to be real.  Filled with humor and triumph in the midst of tragic loss, I couldn't put it down, and couldn't stop thinking about it after I finished.”  
- Kim Childress, Girls’ Life Magazine

“Before I Go, Riley Weston’s first novel, is sure to invite comparisons to Nicholas Sparks, in particular, A Walk to Remember.”   
- Kimberly Pauley, YA Books Central

“Before I Go is by far the best book I’ve read this year, if not these past years. If I had to summarize it in one word I’d just say: Brilliant!”  
- Eveline Soors, Euro-Reviews (click for full review)

“I had a hard time putting this book down once I started reading it.   As I was finishing it at 3 a.m. with a box of tissues in hand, I did not want the story to end.  I look forward to reading Riley Weston’s future novels.  This book is not just for teenage girls; all women, especially mothers with teenage girls would enjoy reading it.” 
- Cherie Fisher, Reader Views (click for full review)

“This book captured me like one of those books you read as a teenager in one summer afternoon. For those of you who cried in the old movie “Beaches”, this book will have a similar effect.”  
-Kristen K., Coolgrrrls.com

"Before I Go is a timeless story that teenagers will connect to as well as adults."
- ChristinePeters, film producer, “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.”

“Before I Go, Riley Weston’s first novel, is an amazing story of love, life, and loss that will touch any reader.  It is a brilliant first novel from a writer who is sure to publish many other great books.” 
- Jocelyn Pearce, TCM Reviews (click for full review)












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