Before I Do

One of Reader’s Digest‘s 30 Most-Anticipated Books of 2022

“A thoughtful and romantic story about the moments and choices that change our lives in unexpected ways….Cousens has created something special with this lovely tale.” —Washington Independent Review of Books

“[R]efreshing…Cousens masterfully switches between past and present to deliver a satisfying love triangle that will pull in even those who don’t normally gravitate towards love stories with this theme. Witty and heartfelt, Before I Do takes a familiar trope and turns it on its head, and readers will find themselves tearing through this book to find out how it ends.” —Booklist

“Cousens puts a clever spin on the standard rom-com trope of the love triangle….The true heart of the story is about her struggle with her past and whether she’s willing to create a new, more honest future for herself. A charming and surprising take on a classic love-triangle formula.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Cousens…charms with this witty and emotionally rich story… [and] enhances this lighthearted rom-com with some truly touching moments as the authentic characters grapple with tough decisions. Readers will be especially drawn to Audrey, a woman unafraid to chase her own happiness and face challenges head-on. This is sure to charm.” —Publishers Weekly

“[R]eaders will cheer Audrey on as she disentangles herself from the what-might-have-been love triangle….Cousens (Just Haven’t Met You Yet) offers up a chaste, heartwarming romance.” —Library Journal

“The perfect feel-good book.” —Reader’s Digest

“I am the biggest fan of Sophie Cousens! She always delivers a true, laugh-out-loud, romcom with a ton of depth, and Audrey may be my favourite heroine. Before I Do could easily be her best book yet!” —Lizzy Dent, author of The Setup

“Utterly charming, clever, and truthfully romantic, Before I Do is a breath of fresh air. Sophie Cousens’ books always surprise and delight.”  —Lauren Ho, author of Lucie Yi Is Not a Romantic and Last Tang Standing

“I adored this novel! Funny, clever, poignant, with characters that just leap off the page. I loved how I was never sure quite how it was going to end, and I kept thinking about it even when I wasn’t reading. Thoroughly recommend!” —Emily Stone, author of Always, In December

“A total page-turning—with an endearing protagonist and packed with humor and warmth, Before I Do is a dazzling romance. This book is definitely ‘the one’!” —Beth Reekles, author of The Kissing Booth