Say Goodbye for Now

by Catherine Ryan Hyde
Say Goodbye for Now cover
Good Books rating 4.75
Historical Fiction
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  • ID: 2105
  • Added: 2025-10-12
  • Updated: 2025-10-12
  • ISBN: 9781503939448
  • Published: 2016-01-01
  • Reviews: 3

On an isolated Texas ranch, Dr. Lucy cares for abandoned animals, finding solace in solitude to escape her painful past. Her quiet life is disrupted when a wounded wolf-dog hybrid brings her together with Pete Solomon, a neglected twelve-year-old boy, and Calvin and Justin Bell, a newly arrived African American father and son. Despite the town's hostility towards them, these four outcasts find refuge and friendship in one another. However, societal prejudices force them apart, leaving Dr. Lucy and Pete to hold onto hope for a future where their bonds can be rekindled. Say Goodbye for Now is a heartwarming tale of love, friendship, and resilience set against the backdrop of 1959 Texas. Catherine Ryan Hyde masterfully weaves together the stories of these unlikely friends, exploring themes of acceptance, prejudice, and the enduring power of hope.

Reviews
Novel Gossip · 2016-12-26
beautiful 4.50

The story is both tender and heavy, woven with beautiful emotional depth. It conveys a strong message without feeling overwhelming.

The reviewer at Novel Gossip was struck by the delicate balance of tenderness and heavy themes in the book. They appreciated how the author managed to convey a powerful message without making the story feel burdened by its issues. The emotional depth and character development were particularly noteworthy, making the reading experience both moving and thought-provoking.

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    She wove a story that was both beautifully tender and brimming with heavy issues,

    but she managed to convey a strong message without leaving me feeling overwhelmed.

    The characters are so beautifully flawed and real that you can't help but care about them.

Reading Reality · Marlene Harris · 2016-12-19
lovely 5.00

The story was slow and sweet, drawing the reader in with its quiet beauty. It emphasizes the triumph of hope and the power of connections.

Marlene Harris found the book to be a gentle, heartwarming read that slowly pulls you in. She appreciated the way it highlights the importance of hope and the bonds that form between characters. The story's pacing and emotional depth left a lasting impression, making it a standout read. Harris particularly enjoyed how the narrative balances tender moments with heavier themes, creating a rich and fulfilling experience.

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    This story quietly drew me in, and then blew me away.

    It's slow and sweet and just plain lovely.

    It's about the triumph of hope, and it's about love and loyalty and the power of connections.

Deanna Lynns Letten · 2016-11-22
heartwarming 4.75

The characters are perfectly flawed and endearing, making it easy to care about their journeys. The story is heartwarming and uplifting.

Deanna Lynns Letten was captivated by the characters in the book, finding them perfectly flawed and deeply relatable. She enjoyed how their journeys unfolded, making the story both heartwarming and uplifting. The reviewer appreciated the emotional resonance and the way the characters' struggles and triumphs were portrayed, creating a compelling narrative that stays with the reader.

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    She creates perfectly flawed characters who sneak into your heart and make you care about them.

    It's a story that will make you feel all the feels.

    The message of hope and love that permeates the story is truly inspiring.

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