Book Release Calendar » The First Time I Saw Him by Laura Dave

In The First Time I Saw Him, Laura Dave continues Hannah Hall’s journey in this sequel to the book The Last Thing He Told Me.

Five years after Owen vanished without a trace, Hannah Hall has rebuilt her life in Southern California alongside her stepdaughter, Bailey. The two have found a steady rhythm, strengthened their bond, and even formed a connection with Bailey’s grandfather, Nicholas. Slowly, it feels like the chaos of the past is finally behind them.

But everything changes when Owen suddenly reappears in Hannah’s life. His return isn’t a reunion, rather it’s a warning. Hannah immediately knows that the danger they escaped is back, and this time, it’s closing in fast.

With no time to waste, Hannah and Bailey are forced to run again. As the threat grows and new secrets are discovered, Hannah will do anything to protect Bailey, even if it means risking her own life. In the middle of the fear and uncertainty, Hannah begins to realize that a life with Owen may not be lost to her forever, and there could still be a path back to the second chance she thought was gone.

Age Recommendation: Adult (18+)
The First Time I Saw Him by Laura Dave is best for adult readers (18+), since it’s marketed as adult fiction (not YA).