MY THOUGHTS ON THIS BOOK 

I loved this book. So much so that I hated having to put it down for the non important things such as cleaning house or cooking dinner! Just Let Go was so realistic, so much like people everywhere today. And I love the Title because letting go and Letting God in on our problems would be so much easier than trying to fix them ourselves.

Quinn and Brady both had so many issues to fight through. But first they have to like each other because they didn’t get off to a very good start. Both had anger issues caused by heir past and they just didn’t want to let the past go. Would a real relationship work for the two?

Along with my love of  story, the characters are fantastic and they make the story so much  more  interesting. Ms. Walsh deals with a lot issuess that so many people face today, it’s  hard to pinpoint just one.  And the plot flows so smoothly. I appreciate that this book is full of love and redemption, caring and loving people. This is an amazing Contemporary Fiction for anyone looking for a good clean fun read.

A  copy of this book was provided by Celebration Lit Tours and the author for me to read and review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions in this review are mine only.

If there were a crown for the Queen of Small Town Romance, I'm convinced Courtney Walsh has earned it, several times over.

For starters--they say you can't judge a book by it's cover. Psh. I was sold on this one because of the cover, which I loved even more after reading the book. The words inside matched the same whimsical beauty on the outside and I was just as captivated by both the characters and setting as I was by the font and colors on the jacket.

As for the story itself, I've read several versions of the opposites attract trope, but it's been awhile since I've come across one that I truly enjoyed. It was quirky (the good way) and humorous, and there was definitely a lot of small town flavor (which I love.) And--a first for me--I actually related more to the hero than the heroine, which I found refreshing and a welcome deviation from my usual takeaway from Inspy romances.

When it comes to authors I could list whose books just make me smile, Walsh rates pretty high on said list. I can't wait for the next one!

“Sometimes, Quinn, we have to get out of our comfort zone in order to see what else God has for us.”

Oh how I love Courtney Walsh’s novels, and Just Let Go is one of my new faves! Authentically flawed (even the Christians – gasp!), real characters whose weekly brunch you absolutely want to crash, people you want to hang out with as friends. A quaint town with shops you want to visit and a Winter Carnival you’re itching to attend. A gentle-but-convicting (and not preachy) message about letting go of our illusion of control and placing our lives in God’s hands.

Has anyone claimed Grady as their next book boyfriend yet? Because if not, I call dibs. He’s swoony and endearing and flirty, and his ‘devil-may-care-bad-boy’ facade masks the vulnerability and inadequacy that’s been building in his heart for a long while. He’s the antithesis of the “typical” (whatever that means) “Christian” hero, but there is something in him that is completely lovable. Especially when he begins to allow God in. And he’s the perfect counterpart for Quinn’s predictable, no-risks personality – a wall she’s built around her own vulnerability and hurt. Together, these two just may break down each other’s walls – if they don’t kill each other first! Cue some fabulously delightful Grady-has-fun-riling-Quinn scenes and a sizzling kiss or two (or three or… ) and I’m all a-swoon. Especially as the cracks in each facade begin to widen and crumble – Walsh does a wonderful job with their conversations as they slowly open up to one another, perhaps as they never have anyone else. So tender.

I loved the cast of secondary characters as much as I loved Grady and Quinn, especially Gus (her dad) and his gang of friends. What a solid group of people that bring humor and heart to the story, exactly where and when it’s most needed. The importance of community is portrayed so beautifully here.

And oh how I can relate to Quinn, at least on some levels. I know what it’s like to avoid risks, to stick to the predictable. But I also know how life begins when you step outside of that tightly-held comfort zone and let God do His thing. Grady and Quinn both have control issues – and they both need to learn how to surrender that to the only One who is really in control. I loved that Walsh allowed Quinn – a Christian – to struggle with this element of faith. Because I’ve certainly been there, and I enjoy seeing characters who mirror my own battles , not just the more obvious ones that Grady faced. The ones that may not show up in a reckless lifestyle… just the opposite in fact … but are just as detrimental to our souls.

Bottom Line: Courtney Walsh has once again delivered a smartly-written romance with humor, a little heat, and a lot of heart. Her characters come alive on the page, and her message of letting go is organically woven into the story and touching. Swoonilicious kisses, grin-inducing flirting, and some truly romantic moments make this a must-read, and I wasn’t quite ready for it to end when it did. More, please!!! Perfect for fans of Becky Wade and Melissa Tagg, make sure this series is on your TBR pile!

(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)

This is the second book by Courtney Walsh that takes place in Harbor Pointe, Michigan and I was delighted to revisit this quaint little town and to see some of my favorite characters from “Just Look Up”.

This story follows Grady and Quinn, two broken people who at first glance seem like opposites but after digging deeper, they come to realize they have a lot in common.

I loved the character development that occurred in both of the main characters. It was gradual and felt genuine. I also loved the inclusion of the side characters…Quinn’s dad, her friends, and the judge were developed very well and made a nice addition to the story.

The faith content was great in the story. I loved how Quinn stuck to her morals regarding purity and dating, but there were also discussions about redemption and forgiveness in regards to this.

I enjoyed this story but not as much as the first in the series. I didn’t relate to the characters as much in this book and at times I found that the plot was becoming a bit repetitive.

My Rating: 3 1/2 stars.
I received this book from the publisher to review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Although this is the second book from the beautiful town of Harbor Pointe, it could be read as a standalone (although why would you want to when you have a talented author such as Courtney?). I am a huge fan of small towns, both in the real world and in my books. I can so easily connect with the community and spirit of the town from living in one myself. I could picture myself going to Quinn's flower shop on a regular basis, or grabbing a bite to eat at the diner. I could see how easily everyone got along, and relied on each other. Even the dinners between the judge, sheriff and others - which I found comical by the way - are something I could see taking place in the very town I live in.

That being said, Courtney Walsh makes Harbor Pointe different then your typical small town America. How? Her characters. I think Quinn and Grady just might be my favorite couple this year, and for a good portion of the book they were quick to admit that they "didn't like each other". Yeah, and the sky is green! But truly, the two of them together were a delight to read about. The slight bickering, the holding back, it was all masterfully written in a way to draw the reader in and keep their interest. Sure, the book held a slight Hallmark quality to it (I'm a Hallmark fan, so this didn't bother me a bit), but it was so much more than that.

Quinn and Grady were both unique characters. The fact that Grady was this Olympian gone "bad" was fun to read about. He had this tough guy exterior and did find himself in bad situations, but on the inside he had a good heart. He was doing so much for his brother, and while part of me wished that story had some out sooner in the book, I certainly understand why it didn't. Remember - the author wants to hold our interest! Grady was swoon worthy for sure, but for me it was more about him as a real person, a person who needed growth and acceptance. Then there's Quinn. Bless her heart, she just wanted her mother's approval. But I kind of envied her job a little bit. I love flowers, almost as much as books. It'd be so fun to have a flower shop! But for now I'll just live through Quinn.

This book is more than just a pretty cover (it is gorgeous isn't it?). It's a well crafted story that will leave you wanting more. I cannot wait to see what happens next in this town! I received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to write a favorable review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This book is the second in the Harbor Pointe series. I have to admit that I was attracted to this novel upon looking at the beautiful cover. It spoke to me in a most emphatic demand to pick the book up and read it immediately!! Courtney writes in a beautiful style that appeals to the reader. The setting, characters and plot all are described in such a realistic way that one becomes part of this small town upon reading the first chapter. The rocky road of life became mine! I walked alongside the characters as they met obstacles, challenges and yes, even heartache. This small town became my place of residence for a short while, a unique yet typical atmosphere where everyone knows everyone else
- this can be good or can be horrible!

Quinn and Grady quickly became my best friends. They were described in a believable fashion , faults and weaknesses included. "Just Let Go" describes family life accurately, troubles and messiness abound. It is so hard to find healing while attempting to let go of hurts that have become part of your soul. Only God can heal , as Grady and Quinn discover. Peace is sought but the path to find it, is full of bumps and bruises.

The plot is full of unexpected actions and complications. Is the road to happiness ever easy?? Not until we let God take control!! I was engrossed from the first to the last page! This heartwarming story made me stop and think! Can I let go of the past so that the future is full of happiness? Life will never be free from complications, after all, we are human, but God provides with the strength to fight the battles and wins!

Don't miss this excellent read! This novel is a MUST READ book!

This book was provided by the author and CelebrateLit. The opinions and thoughts expressed are honest and my own.

The small lakeside town of Harbor Pointe, Michigan was not a place down-on-his-luck champion skier Grady Benson would ever want to spend much time. No, it did not have the luxuries and entertainment Grady had become accustomed to in his celebrity lifestyle. Needless to say, he was not at all happy about his enforced community service for several weeks – not when he needed to hit the slopes hard to be assured of a place on the next Olympic team. On the other hand, Quinn Collins had never left Harbor Pointe and did not intend to ever do so. She was so straight-laced that her friends swore they could set their clocks by her routine. She was NOT at all happy to have the full-of-himself Grady assigned to her team for the annual winter festival. I bet most readers can guess what happens between this totally mismatched pair. Of course they can but it is so much fun to follow along their sometimes amusing but always interesting road to the romantic conclusion of their story.

As always, Walsh’s characters are realistic and well-rounded. Both Grady and Quinn have backgrounds that contributed to their fears and outlook on life. I loved how even though they each seemed to rub each other the wrong way, their relationship helped open their eyes to some deep internal truths that helped to start their healing and eventually led to forgiveness and restoration for them both. The spiritual content of the story was strong and could easily be an encouragement to many readers.

I thoroughly enjoyed Just Let Go as well as several other of this author’s books. It was fun to catch up with characters from Just Look Up also. I am certainly looking forward to the next installment of this excellent series.

Well, maybe it’s the delightfully flawed characters that feel so real you want to pick up the phone and call and say, “Hey… yeah. You blew it. But c’mon. The Lord forgives and you’ve got a lot of opportunities to do amazing things. Don’t give up now!

Quinn is still dealing with the pain of hurt and rejection, trying to live life in a self-created, work-driven bubble to protect herself from it. My only real objection to her is her name. Because I kept trying to see her as a guy. No, she’s not perfect.

And isn’t that a relief?

Grady started out a little one-dimensional and overly stereotypical. Yeah, he definitely improves on closer acquaintance. And one thing Walsh did brilliantly was to make him stay the same even as he took a huge journey to self-improvement. Not every author does that well. She did.

And every supporting character stood on his or her own two feet with interesting development and consistent portrayal.

Or, maybe they just like the small-town feel of Harbor Pointe, Michigan.
After all, it does feel as though you could walk down the sidewalk and step into Hazel’s Diner or the Forget-Me-Not Flower Shop. You’d wave at people you’ve known your whole life—or talk to them until they felt as though you’d known them forever.

Walsh captured her setting perfectly with careful attention to detail—but not so much that you choked trying to get it all down. She even made me believe Michigan has skiing. Somehow, downhill skiing in Michigan never entered my imagination.

But I suspect it’s more than either of those.
I suspect, even if they don’t realize it, the real appeal of the book is the subtle, gentle, ever-impressing reminder that we all have things in our past that try to hold us in a death grip. And we all can turn those things over to One who can release us from those memories and grant us a new beginning. And because of that, I'm so glad that I asked for a review copy from Celebrate Lit. I'm looking forward to my next Walsh novel.

Grady and Quinn’s story is an old one—a beautiful redemptive tale of two people, both with baggage weighing them down, and how turning it all over to Jesus made all the difference.

Insert many swoony moments and even more kisses (or dreams of them) here.

Readers who love romances with a story that offers more than a dozen roses on a Saturday night will probably love this one.

Grady Benson is a big-name big-ego Olympic skier who has landed in the small tourist town of Harbor Pointe, Michigan … and finds himself staying longer than planned after an unfortunate run-in with the law. Now he’s stuck in town paying his debt to society with various do-good community service projects when he should be on the slopes, qualifying for the next Olympics.

Quinn Collins is the small-town girl who’s never gone anywhere, and tells herself she doesn’t want to. What she wants is to win Best Design at the upcoming Michigan Floral Expo, in the hope that a win will enable her to reconnect with her mother—the mother who deserted her family years ago.

I have to say that I didn’t like either character at the beginning of the book. Grady was too full of himself, and I didn’t understand Quinn’s obsession with reconnecting with a mother who abandoned her husband and two small daughters. First, has she never heard of Facebook? Second, many parents have days when they want to abandon their families (or is that just me?). It’s a test of character that we don’t.

Both characters changes and grow as the novel progresses, but it was Grady’s change that most impressed me. By the end of the story I was half in love with him myself, and he’d almost converted me to skiing (I like the concept, but I can no longer deal with the cold). Anyway, Grady’s redemption was definitely the high point of the story.

Just Let Go follows Just Look Up in the Harbor Pointe series, but can easily be read as a standalone (and I preferred Just Look Up). Thanks to Tyndale House and NetGalley for providing a free ebook for review.

I've always enjoyed Courtney's books and was excited to read this latest book of hers. I loved the premise - a washed up Olympic skier meets and falls in love with a flower shop owner. Quinn made me mad, though. She was so self-absorbed and couldn't see beyond herself. I'm surprised Grady could see past this and still pursue her. She struggles with feeling rejected all of her life due to her mom walking out on the family when Quinn was young. The entire book focuses on her need to win her mother's approval. Grady has some issues of his own to work through. Overall, a pleasant read.

Float through a garden of flowers and let yourself fall into the story in the latest from Courtney Walsh. Feel the emotions of the characters and fall in love with the setting of Harbor Pointe. I never knew what I was missing until I read this book, now I can fully say I am a Walsh fan and will gladly purchase all her books and read them.

Can you imagine how our lives would be if we could "Just Let Go"?

Quinn and Grady had to learn this before they could ever be happy. They each had a part of their past holding them prisoner. They were allowing their past to dictate their future.

I think we all do this in someway. Our past (good or bad) can shape our personalities. We ultimately have control. Our childhood messages can interfer. We don't realize that sometimes the messages we thought we received were incorrect.

Grady and Quinn felt that they needed to seek approval and prove something to their parent. They wouldn't be completely free until they allowed Jesus to accept their burden and let go of the negativity and baggage they were holding onto for years. With this comes peace. from

I loved the message of this story. We can't do it alone. We don't have to do it alone. GOD is there. He will give us strength. He will comfort. He will guide us and keep us safe.

I received this free to review.

It was the first time I had heard the name Quinn for a girl and at first I got confused and was also one named Lane. So I had keep reminding myself for the first few chapters of some of the ones that were female. Grady is an professional skier and was passing thru a tourist town in Michigan but while in a restaurant gets in a fight and then gets sentenced to do community service by the judge there. I really enjoyed Grady Benson especially when he helped Jaden the nephew of Quinn. Loved how close Quinn’s family was but was minus their mother that left when they were young. Quinn always had a hard time dealing with her mother being gone. Quinn just brought the flower shop and has memories with her mother there. Both Grady and Quinn had past issues to get over. I enjoyed the book. I received an complementary copy of the book from the publisher through Celebrate Lit. I was not required an positive review and this is my honest opinion.

I really enjoyed this romantic story. I look forward to more stories set in Harbor Pointe. I liked Grady from the beginning but am so glad that he learns to grow up. I love the name of the book because we do all need to learn to just let go in life. I had a hard time putting this book down. Everyone needs to learn to do what they enjoy not what you think someone else wants you to like. I received a copy of this book from Celebratelit for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.

After loving so many other books by Ms. Walsh, I could not wait to read this one! Happily, I was anything but disappointed. Ms. Walsh has a way of writing characters that stay with me. I can't "let go" of them! (Sorry, couldn't resist. ;) Their emotions are always so relatable and somehow I find myself easily connecting with them. They feel real, with hardships, happinesses, confusing relationships, and all manner of ups and downs. So kudos to you, Ms. Walsh! I am most certainly a big fan.

I think one of the biggest things I related to in this story was the fear both Quinn and Grady have to learn to handle. Each one has a tremendous amount of growth to go through in that area. And isn't fear such a real thing in our lives? I don't think anyone is exempt from having a few to work through. There's just something about watching even a fictional character overcome their anxiety that inspires me to keep working through my own. :) Plus I simply liked Quinn and Grady a great deal, so it wasn't a hardship at all to journey with them through all their hurt and fear!

I do have to admit that the romance bits, while super adorable at times, didn't develop as naturally as I'd hoped. I could always feel their attraction, but it felt as if they jumped a step or two ahead a little too quickly at a couple different points in the story. That being said, I wasn't put off by it (and perhaps I read too quickly and missed something somewhere). Either way, I was pleased to see them making progress! And I definitely loved how they both had to learn to be brave and put themselves out there, make themselves vulnerable. It wasn't an easy lesson for them, but a necessary one. By the final pages, I was completely comfortable with their development and happy to see the growth they both needed!

Also, I can't forget to mention how much I loved Ryan and Lane's cameos! It was so much fun to see how they were as adorable as ever. :) Overall, this is simply a story with lots of charm and depth. Grady and Quinn, while delightful, also felt normal. They didn't always make the best choices, yet slowly wormed their way into my heart with all the hurts they had and their vulnerability they tried so hard to cover. More than once I wanted to jump in the book and tell them it really would be okay if they could just hang in there. Isn't that a sign of great writing? I think so too. Which means, this is a story you should certainly check into yourself, reader friends!

**I received a complimentary copy via Netgalley & the author. All opinions expressed are my own.

Surprisingly this was my first book by author Courtney Walsh but it won’t be my last. Just Let Go is a charming read that got better as the book progressed. By the final few chapters I couldn’t put it down or turn the pages fast enough.

The characters were well developed and enjoyable to get to know. Walsh’s description of small town Harbor Pointe made me want to live there. Or at least go visit. I loved it!

There were a few threads to follow which kept the story moving fairly quickly. I appreciated how the characters had to come to grips with their struggles and allow God to work in their lives. However at no time did anything come across as preachy. It just flowed naturally.

If you enjoy clean, charming stories of small town life with romance thrown in then you’ll enjoy this book. I highly recommend it.

I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review.

For Quinn Collins, buying the flower shop in downtown Harbor Pointe fulfills a childhood dream, but also gives her the chance to stick it to her mom, who owned the store before skipping town twenty years ago and never looking back. Completing much-needed renovations, however, while also competing for a prestigious flower competition with her mother as the head judge, soon has Quinn in over her head. Not that she’d ever ask for help.

Luckily, she may not need to. Quinn’s father and his meddling friends find the perfect solution in notorious Olympic skier Grady Benson, who had only planned on passing through the old-fashioned lakeside town. But when a heated confrontation leads to property damage, helping Quinn as a community-service sentence seems like the quickest way out—and the best way to avoid more negative press.

Quinn finds Grady reckless and entitled; he thinks she’s uptight and too regimented. Yet as the two begin to hammer and saw, Quinn sees glimpses of the vulnerability behind the bravado, and Grady learns from her passion and determination, qualities he seems to have lost along the way. But when a well-intentioned omission has devastating consequences, Grady finds himself cast out of town—and Quinn’s life—possibly forever. Forced to face the hurt holding her back, Quinn must finally let go or risk missing out on the adventure of a lifetime.



My Thoughts: What do an Olympian skier, a flower shop and a small town have in common? a storyline for a wonderful novel "Just Let Go". When Olympian skier Grady Benson comes to town no one knows the trials he has been going through, but like most people, they assume he lives and acts a certain way. With the help of a judge, a teenage boy and Quin, all help him realze what he's been missing in life. Sometimes God does put people in our lives to either help us or four us to help them. This s a story about not judging a book by its cover. Learning to take time to get to know someone. We all have a life, a past; burdens we carry with us and sometimes we have to learn to let it all go and move on with the future. That is the theme of this novel. Well written, and hard to put down. The reader can easily identify with the characters. The characters in the novel all work well and interweave in the storyline that compliments the narrative.


I truly enjoyed this story and Courtney Walsh's writing.

Keep the tissues close by as you are reading JUST LET GO by Courtney Walsh. She will have your emotions all over the place. Once I started reading, it was very hard to stop! The twists and turns made it impossible to put down, as I had to know what was going to happen to Quinn after being abandoned by her mother when she was a child. What an awesome story. All of Courtney's characters feel genuine and relatable and put your emotions on one heck of a roller coaster ride. Quinn owns the local flower shop, the same store her mom used to own. Grady Benson is an Olympic skier that finds himself stuck in Quinn's small town of Harbor Pointe, Michigan. Grady can't wait to get out and Quinn can't imagine living anywhere else! As you are reading, you will find yourself cheering for all of them, praying they can work out their problems and be happy once again.

JUST LET GO is all about family and the past and the secrets that come out are heart tugging. It had me flipping through the pages like a woman on a mission. I had to know what was going to happen to Quinn and Grady and all the secondary characters. Quinn's father is the sherif and he has quite a sense of humor. Anyway, Quinn and Grady couldn't stand being in the same room, but over time they help each other and I loved watching them grow. I really wanted to reach in to the story and give them both a hug. The bantering between these two is hysterical and I was giggling out loud more than once. JUST LET GO is a heart tugging story that will hold you hostage until the very last page. Once you start reading, it will be very hard to put down!

JUST LET GO is without a doubt one of the best emotional books I've read in 2018 so far. I was instantly emotionally invested in all of the characters. My heart broke for Grady and Quinn and for all they were dealing with. Courtney Walsh really knows how to write about family drama, heartbreak, faith and forgiveness. I can not wait to read more by this wonderful and heart tugging author. I have never read a book by this spot on author but I have many of her older books to read and that brings me so much joy and happiness to know they are waiting for me! She has the most beautiful covers! Check them out!!

Courtney Walsh is a new-to-me author that I can’t believe I waited so long to discover! Her writing is smart with well-developed characters to fall in love with, perfectly crafted prose with just enough humor to bring some fun to the novel, and an underlying message that brings romance to a new level. I loved Just Let Go — highly recommended!

I’m not sure you could find two characters more opposite than Quinn Collins and Grady Benson. But they do have one thing in common — they are stuck in the past. Oh, they function in the present, but caution on Quinn’s part and recklessness on Grady’s keep them from really living the lives they could have if they just let go. Another altercation lands Olympic skier Grady in Harbor Pointe, Michigan, a quaint tourist town not known for skiing. Five weeks of community service gives him plenty of time to re-think his choices. And although Quinn can’t stand him, his constant presence begins to grow on her. But as in most romances, this couple’s course is not smooth. Grady wrestles with guilt, and Quinn craves validation, yet they cling to their pasts. The two are so real! Walsh gives the two characters great support in the friends and family this story is filled with. One character, 15-year old Jaden, is especially insightful — a fun surprise! I loved how Grady and Quinn’s story unfolded, but Walsh leaves a bit of their lives unfinished. But messy is certainly how real life looks, and Just Let Go is a love story set in the real world. Surrender to God is a natural part to the novel. The characters finally get it and just let God!

Just Let Go is book 2 in a series. I missed the first one, and while this book is easily read as a standalone, I am eager to make Harbor Pointe’s acquaintance again, the town and the people, through Just Look Up. I’m betting you will too. Don’t say I didn’t warn you! 😉

Highly Recommended.

Audience: adults.

I ADORE Courtney Walsh’s novels. She is such a wonderful storyteller. I really, really loved Just Look Up, so I was totally eager to read this sequel. And, boy, does Courtney Walsh deliver with Just Let Go. This book is excellent, and I am definitely adding it to my re-read pile.

One of my very favorite story lines in novels is when the heroine, at first, is NOT impressed by the hero. I like the friction between the two characters, and I love the journey they take to friendship and eventual romance. In Just Let Go, Quinn is definitely not impressed by Grady. In fact, I was not impressed with Grady. He rubbed me the wrong way. But, he really did grow on me. Once I got past his arrogant, tough-guy, cocky persona, I could see his really BIG heart and a ton of pain. Grady’s transformation throughout the story is one of my most favorite aspects. I found it incredibly realistic. He wants to change SO much, but then finds himself falling back into old patterns. He feels guilty and embarrassed by his old patterns, and runs away from people. Some time passes — enough for him to see both sides of a situation — and he knows he needs to apologize for his errors. He apologizes, and then tries again to be the better man. It can be a vicious cycle if these are the only steps we take to “fixing” ourselves. Many times we want to fix ourselves, but we leave out the most important thing — GOD! I can only speak for myself, but I have been there…just like Grady. I’ve been so sure I had changed and grown as a person, only to fall back into old patterns of behavior the second things got stressful or chaotic. I would go back to lashing out. When I finally calmed down, guilt would set in and I would feel so stupid. I apologized to those I had failed, and then swore to do better next time. But until I recognized that I needed God to be successful, the pattern never changed, similar to what Grady experiences in Just Let Go.

The best part to Grady’s transformation, and my most favorite message in this book, is that real change can only happen if we LET GO and LET GOD. There is a moment in the text where Grady admits he has to “let go of any delusion that he was in control.” I absolutely love the word “delusion.” It perfectly describes all humans who think for one second that they have any control over the events in their lives. Grady goes on to explain how he is choosing to let go and is handing it all to God. He even whisper-prays, “You take control.” I admit that I teared up a little at this point. We humans love to believe that we are the ones in control — that we make the plans. Then, we’re shocked when things don’t go our way. It’s a strange kind of arrogance. But, once we realize that God is the Boss and He is in control of all of our steps in this life, we are set free from this delusion; and, life seems to be a little less out of control. God really is a great manager — we just need to let Him do His job and get out of the way.

Reading Just Let Go was a total blessing for me. There’s about 100 things I could talk about in regards to Quinn, who I am pretty sure is my fictional soul sister. Reading Quinn’s character was like staring into a mirror. I won’t say anything about Quinn and her personal struggles because I don’t want to accidentally give anything away, but she is my most favorite character in this book. She is an exceptionally well-written character.

Just Let Go is excellent on many levels. It’s a really engaging story that’s so fast paced, but it’s more than that. I feel like I went on a journey with these characters. As they were going through stuff, I was forced to look at myself and make changes too. I adore books that allow me to interact and wrestle with the subject material, and then come out of the experience a little better and a little wiser. This book is wonderful, and I highly recommend it. I’m going to stop gushing now so you can run to your nearest bookstore and purchase a copy of this fantastic book!

I received a review copy of this novel in eBook form from the author through NetGalley via Celebrate Lit. In no way has this influenced my review. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.