In this unforgettable suspense novel that combines the storytelling talents of Academy Award-winning actor Reese Witherspoon and internationally bestselling author Harlan Coben, a woman is trapped in a deadly conspiracy—where uncovering the truth could cost her everything.
"Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben have delivered a winner. Gone Before Goodbye is a dynamic, riveting and twisty thriller—complete with a heroine that you’ll absolutely love." —Laura Dave, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me
Maggie McCabe is teetering on the brink. A highly skilled and renowned Army combat surgeon, she has always lived life at the edge, where she could make the most impact. And it was all going to plan ... until it wasn’t. Upside down after a devastating series of tragedies leads to her medical license being revoked, Maggie has lost her purpose, but not her nerve or her passion. At her lowest point, she is thrown a lifeline by a former colleague, an elite plastic surgeon whose anonymous clientele demand the best care money can buy, as well as absolute discretion.
Halfway across the globe, sequestered in the lap of luxury and cutting-edge technology, one of the world’s most mysterious men requires unconventional medical assistance. Desperate, and one of the few surgeons in the world skilled enough to take this job, Maggie enters his realm of unspeakable opulence and fulfills her end of the agreement. But when the patient suddenly disappears while still under her care, Maggie must become a fugitive herself—or she will be the next one who is ... Gone Before Goodbye.
"A tour de force thriller that delivers a killer premise and thundering plot with serious emotional punch. Maggie is flawed, compelling and utterly real. Coben and Witherspoon are a dream team! " —Lucy Foley, New York Times bestselling author of The Guest List
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"I found this to be an entertaining story. Although the plot was somewhat unrealistic and a little over the top with a bit of a James Bond feel, it was a thrilling read with a few good twists and a satisfying surprise ending. I enjoyed the characters, especially Maggie and Porkchop, and the various luxury settings were fun to read about. It left open the possibility of a sequel, and I suspect there will be a movie adaptation in the future. This is not great literature, but sometimes page turning entertainment is enough. 4. 25/5"
— Mpcacher1 (4/5)
A must read!
"Amazing book. Loved all the twists and turns and kept me wanting to read more. Read it in under 2 days."
— PrissyPrincess (4/5)
rather boring
"Its a bit of a tough read due to being a bit boring, and along the lines of the Hilary Clinton story, which was also terribly boring . . . difficult to get interested in."
— MAWC (2/5)
Book Club Thriller
"While my book club members were excited to read this new release, the story line fell a little flat to impress us all. I thought that the story had exciting twists and turns, but perhaps one too many that made it difficult to navigate from start to finish. Interesting topic for a story, however! Great debut, Reese!"
— Small R. (3/5)
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"I was very disappointed in the quality of the writing. I have been a Harlan Coben fan since his first novel but this did not meet his usual standards. There was too much unnecessary dialogue and needless description."
— Anon (1/5)
Gone Before Goodbye
"What an incredible read! Couldn’t put the book down. Had it read in a day. Many twists and turns and wondering what really did happen or has someone lied? What is going to happen next? Extremely well written and the plot was quite explosive. I would like to see a movie made out of this book. Enjoy if you get a chance to read the book."
— Joan M. (5/5)
Incredible & Fast Paced
"4. 5 stars What a wild and thrilling read! This book packed a punch when it came to action and adventure. It read like a fast-paced action movie similar to “Mission Impossible”, “James Bond” or “Jason Bourne” but in novel form. I absolutely loved how unique of a story this was. I can honestly say that I have never read a story that has a similar storyline. I found multiple facets of this book fascinating but can’t mention some due to spoilers. One that I can vaguely mention was the use of AI. This was especially interesting due to its prevalence and introduction into society today. I can only imagine the degree of AI usage in the future and this book showed me a way of how it could possibly be used (both beneficially and detrimentally). From start to finish, this book had me wondering what was going to happen next and continuously in shock. Even after certain revelations, there was more to come. I went into this book with minimal expectations and yet I’m left in awe. It was an amazing read and one that will stay in my mind for a long time to come."
— @brooklynnnnereads (4/5)
Coben and Witherspoon are a match made in heaven!
"An unputdownable thriller that was brilliantly written. I thoroughly loved this book!"
— Shauna (5/5)
What a disappointment!
"I'm actually really surprised Coban agreed to write this book. It starts off strong but as has been mentioned by others, there are just TOO MANY plot twists and turns that there really doesn't seem to be a plot in the end. There is no real climax to this one - I kept waiting for the AHA moment that actually says what this book is about. And it never came. REALLY disappointing as I had high hopes. I think Reese must have been high to come up with 20 different concepts and throw them all together for one story with no true identity."
— Amanda101 (2/5)
Perfect title.
"I love the way we were introduced to the main character. They gradually show all sides of him and the many women he’s connected to. He is complex, charismatic, manipulative and utterly without a conscience. Gripping story."
— Lynn S. (5/5)
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Published date: Jun 09, 2026
Language: English
No. of Pages: 400
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
ISBN: 9781538781272
Dimensions:
5.25" W x
0.901" L x
7.85" H
“Breathlessly accomplished with a plot that surprises and moves in equal measure.”—Gillian McAllister, New York Times bestselling author
Reese Witherspoon is an award-winning actress, producer, New York Times bestselling author and founder. In 2016, she established the media brand, Hello Sunshine, which puts women at the center of every story across all platforms– from scripted and unscripted television, feature films, animated series, podcasts, audio storytelling, and digital series. Hello Sunshine is also home to Reese’s Book Club, a community propelled by meaningful connections with stories, authors, and fellow members. Witherspoon is best known for her roles in feature films like Walk the Line, Wild, Election and Legally Blonde as well as Emmy award-winning TV series Big Little Lies, Little Fires Everywhere, and The Morning Show.
Harlan Coben is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of the world’s leading storytellers. His suspense novels are published in forty-six languages and have been number one bestsellers in more than a dozen countries, with ninety million books in print worldwide. His Myron Bolitar series has earned the Edgar, Shamus, and Anthony Awards. Coben is also the creator and executive producer of many television shows, including adaptations on Netflix of the #1 global hits Missing You and Fool Me Once, Stay Close, The Stranger, The Innocent, Gone for Good, Hold Tight, and The Woods. His forthcoming TV series include Run Away, I Will Find You, and Lazarus.
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