"Riley Weston is no novice at writing, and she proves it again and again with this amazing debut novel. Readers should prepare for a journey into deeply developed characters, a fast-paced plot, and an emotional explosion of tears, laughter and everything in between. This novel will move the hearts of pre-teens through age 100 and beyond. The focus on the mother/daughter relationship and the special bond between Madison and Jackson make this book a potential award winner."

"…Highly Recommend."

“This is a book in the spirit of The Notebook, one that you will remember for along time after you finish the final line.”

“Every mother, daughter, sister and friend must read this book. Our book club absolutely loved it!”

"Before I Go is a timeless story that teenagers will connect to as well as adults."

“A poignant love story that is an amazing tale of life and love. I couldn't put it down. The pages seemed to turn themselves.”

“Before I Go is by far the best book I’ve read this year, if not these past years. If I had to summarize it in one word I’d just say: Brilliant!”

“Before I Go, Riley Weston’s first novel, is sure to invite comparisons to Nicholas Sparks, in particular, A Walk to Remember.”

“Beautifully written, incredibly moving, with characters so strong I wanted them to be real. Filled with humor and triumph in the midst of tragic loss, I couldn't put it down, and couldn't stop thinking about it after I finished.”

“This was one of the most powerfully written books I have read in a long time. It will definitely be in my top ten.”

“I hope every girl in America reads this book.” Riley Weston paints a picture for the reader's mind with her words.”

“This is a wonderful debut novel from author/screenwriter Riley Weston. I greatly enjoyed this emotional novel with the complex, loving bonds between the characters and the different struggles they all faced in the end. Overall, it was a heart-touching read in the same style as Lurene McDaniel's & Nicholas Sparks's novels.”

“Riley Weston has created a novel that no synopsis can describe. Ms. Weston is a talented writer that has left this reviewer speechless. Nothing that can be written in a review can describe the emotional impact her novel had on this reader’s heart and mind. Anyone looking for a novel that brings tears to the eyes will find BEFORE I GO one of the best novels."

"It's simply beautifully written and evokes a lot of emotion. Riley Weston has a gift of writing in a way that young adult readers can relate to and adults can appreciate.”

"For those who cried in “Beaches,” this book will have a similar effect.”

“Amazing. This book should definitely be put on your list."