The First Time I Saw Him

By Laura Dave

Hannah Hall #2

A FASCINATING AND FAST-PACED SEQUEL

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SUMMARY

Five years have passed since Hannah Hall’s husband, Owen, went missing. Following his disappearance, Hannah and Bailey, Owen’s daughter, have built a new life in Southern California. They've developed a close bond with Nicholas, Bailey’s grandfather, and are gradually moving forward. However, when Owen unexpectedly appears at Hannah’s new art exhibition, she realizes that she and Bailey are in jeopardy. Consequently, they must go on the run once more to escape the reach of their past.

REVIEW

'THE FIRST TIME I SAW HIM' is a fast-paced and fascinating sequel to the bestselling book and streaming series 'The Last Thing He Told Me.' This gripping continuation keeps readers on the edge of their seats as Hannah and Bailey run for their lives.  Author Laura Dave has delivered another best-seller that is worth the wait.

My favorite part is Hannah’s strong, smart, and quick-thinking character.  She is the pillar of the story.  The book left me absolutely breathless.  The big question is whether Hannah and Owen will ever be together again.  You read it, you’ll love it!

Thank you to Netgalley and Scribner for providing an advance copy of this book. All opinions expressed here are my own.

Publisher    Scribner

Published   January 6, 2026

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