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Letting Go: An Impossible Love Story
On the quiet shores of Pinecrest Lake, Cyan Keller’s life changes forever as minutes after accepting a proposal, her new fiancé is brutally murdered—shattering her future before it even begins. In the wake of the painful trial, Cyan flees to the refuge of coastal Pacific Grove. There, she slowly rebuilds a life she never planned to live alone.
Two years later, Ryder arrives in Pacific Grove carrying a secret that has haunted him for years. Seeking forgiveness and a chance to move on with his life, Ryder finds a way to meet Cyan.
As he admires the beauty and strength in Cyan, Ryder makes excuses to put off telling her his secrets. As their friendship deepens, Ryder’s past closes in. When tragedy strikes, Ryder must confront the past, setting all of their lives on a collision course with a reckoning that not all will survive.
When some secrets refuse to stay buried, and some losses never stop echoing, sometimes the only way forward is to let the past go.
Two years later, Ryder arrives in Pacific Grove carrying a secret that has haunted him for years. Seeking forgiveness and a chance to move on with his life, Ryder finds a way to meet Cyan.
As he admires the beauty and strength in Cyan, Ryder makes excuses to put off telling her his secrets. As their friendship deepens, Ryder’s past closes in. When tragedy strikes, Ryder must confront the past, setting all of their lives on a collision course with a reckoning that not all will survive.
When some secrets refuse to stay buried, and some losses never stop echoing, sometimes the only way forward is to let the past go.
295 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 23, 2026
About the author
Charity Jackson
8 books49 followersCharity Jackson was a country-raised kid who was at home climbing almond trees and wind machines. As an adult, she's happiest when the ocean breeze surrounds her, and no seagulls are above her. Her contemporary romance novels prominently feature both settings. She enjoys writing second-chance love stories with a deep emotional undercurrent. If she's not making you cry, is she really doing her job?
With over 30 years of experience in the graphic design industry, Charity also owns 26 Letters, a literary-themed online gift store for bookworms and authors. Combining her love of writing, reading, and graphic design, she has created an entire company dedicated to the love of books.
Check out her website www.CharityJackson.com for the latest updates on her writing.
Give her a follow on: Bookbub, Amazon, Facebook, and Instagram
With over 30 years of experience in the graphic design industry, Charity also owns 26 Letters, a literary-themed online gift store for bookworms and authors. Combining her love of writing, reading, and graphic design, she has created an entire company dedicated to the love of books.
Check out her website www.CharityJackson.com for the latest updates on her writing.
Give her a follow on: Bookbub, Amazon, Facebook, and Instagram
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December 1, 2019
Ian had just proposed to Cyan when they were robbed and he was murdered. His killer confessed and was sentenced. But there was another man with him, a man who was never caught. Cyan struggles to move forward, and eventually finds her way. Ryder shows up in her town, and they become friends. But he has a very big secret, one he's not sure she can get past. This is a beautiful story of forgiveness and moving on. (Have tissues handy.) First read from this author, but not the last.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 26, 2020
Forgiveness
A heartbreaking story of love,loss and forgiveness. Cyan lost her first love tragically and spends years trying to move forward. Ryder carries a guilt for the part his family played in Cyan's loss. Forgiveness is not easy to give or receive.
A heartbreaking story of love,loss and forgiveness. Cyan lost her first love tragically and spends years trying to move forward. Ryder carries a guilt for the part his family played in Cyan's loss. Forgiveness is not easy to give or receive.
May 9, 2019
Well written story about love and forgiveness - not your everyday love story. Don't want to give away story. Recommended.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to read and give my feedback on this story. Appreciate it.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to read and give my feedback on this story. Appreciate it.
October 7, 2019
Letting Go by Charity Jackson is a story of a tragic night ,forgiveness and moving on. It is well written.
I received a copy thru a Goodreads Giveaway.
I received a copy thru a Goodreads Giveaway.
November 27, 2019
The book is a good sweet romance read. The story has a good story line. The characters are good, and they have good chemistry. The story is an enjoyable inspirational romance read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 30, 2019
Well written romance. Very interesting plot, excellent character development.
July 26, 2019
This book had me hooked right from the start. The way the author goes back and forth on POV is done so beautifully. There was mystery, suspense and romance! I loved it and I hope there will be more stories involving these characters. A great read!
July 25, 2019
I won this book through a good reads give away. It was a heart warming story and i could barely put it down.
April 5, 2019
A must read! This novel is a perfect combination of heartwarming and heartbreaking! I loved the character development and the way it was written and flowed.
A story that will resonate with you long after you’ve finished reading it. I highly recommend reading this debut novel from Charity Jackson. I look forward to seeing what she publishes in the future for her readers.
This is a page turner that hooks you in the first chapter. I don't recommend picking it up right before bed, because you may get so wrapped up in the book that you forget to sleep!
A story that will resonate with you long after you’ve finished reading it. I highly recommend reading this debut novel from Charity Jackson. I look forward to seeing what she publishes in the future for her readers.
This is a page turner that hooks you in the first chapter. I don't recommend picking it up right before bed, because you may get so wrapped up in the book that you forget to sleep!
April 4, 2019
This was an emotional book. I loved the characters and it captured my attention right from the beginning. I felt like I was right there in the moment with each character. Highly recommend!
December 23, 2020
Letting Go is a contemporary romance novel written by the author Charity Jackson. It is the first book in the Pacific Grove series but it's a standalone with no cliffhanger.
Cyan Keller was at the lake with Ian, a guy who has just proposed her. Two guys who had witnessed the proposal are threatening Ian and Cyan now to give the ring to them but when the couple tried to protect the ring, a knife was stabbed into Ian and he lost his life. Two years later, Cyan saw a guy Ryder and her heart skipped a beat. Since Ian's death, she hasn't felt anything for any guy. Ryder is seeking out forgiveness but for what? Will he get the forgiveness he is seeking out for? Grab a copy of this interesting story to unveil the suspense yourself.
This is such a beautiful story that I enjoyed every bit of it. I loved the way story has ended. Language of the book is simple so even beginners could enjoy it. Cover photo is nice. It's a great tale of love, loss, forgiveness, guilt, grief, etc. It's difficult to let go of the past but we should not let it affect our future. If you like reading romance novels then go ahead with this without thinking twice.
Cyan Keller was at the lake with Ian, a guy who has just proposed her. Two guys who had witnessed the proposal are threatening Ian and Cyan now to give the ring to them but when the couple tried to protect the ring, a knife was stabbed into Ian and he lost his life. Two years later, Cyan saw a guy Ryder and her heart skipped a beat. Since Ian's death, she hasn't felt anything for any guy. Ryder is seeking out forgiveness but for what? Will he get the forgiveness he is seeking out for? Grab a copy of this interesting story to unveil the suspense yourself.
This is such a beautiful story that I enjoyed every bit of it. I loved the way story has ended. Language of the book is simple so even beginners could enjoy it. Cover photo is nice. It's a great tale of love, loss, forgiveness, guilt, grief, etc. It's difficult to let go of the past but we should not let it affect our future. If you like reading romance novels then go ahead with this without thinking twice.
January 30, 2020
This was a hot steamy erotic romance story perfect for a quick afternoon read.
A great heart pounding read. The story was very well written with great characters. It drew me in and I had it finished in one sitting. I would highly recommend this read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
A great heart pounding read. The story was very well written with great characters. It drew me in and I had it finished in one sitting. I would highly recommend this read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 3, 2026
So much heartache and heartbreak 💔 I cried so much for the loss and suffering the moms endured!!
All I can say is hold your loved ones tight and close to your heart as life is so short and unpredictable and it can end within seconds!!
All I can say is hold your loved ones tight and close to your heart as life is so short and unpredictable and it can end within seconds!!
November 7, 2026
Letting Go: An Impossible Love Story
Cyan and Ryder have a very rough start but they do solve every problem that tries to take them apart. I love the setting in Pacific Grove and Pinecreast where I have spent many trips. Great and intriguing love story.
Cyan and Ryder have a very rough start but they do solve every problem that tries to take them apart. I love the setting in Pacific Grove and Pinecreast where I have spent many trips. Great and intriguing love story.
February 8, 2023
3.5 ⭐️ I couldn't put the book down, and yet I felt like something was missing. I'm still not sure what it was.
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