The First Time I Saw Him (The Last Thing He Told Me Book 2) Hardcover by Laura Dave

Continue the gripping story that captivated millions in The First Time I Saw Him by #1 New York Times bestselling author Laura Dave. As the highly anticipated sequel to The Last Thing He Told Me, this emotionally charged suspense novel reunites readers with Hannah Hall in a thrilling story of second chances, family, forgiveness, and the secrets that refuse to stay buried.

Five years after the shocking disappearance of her husband, Owen Michaels, Hannah Hall and her stepdaughter, Bailey, have finally built a peaceful life in Southern California. Together, they've begun healing from the events that forever changed their family and are determined to leave the past behind.

Then Owen unexpectedly reappears.

His return shatters everything Hannah believed she knew and thrusts her and Bailey into danger once again. Forced to flee in a desperate race against hidden enemies and unfinished business, Hannah must decide how much she's willing to risk to protect the people she loves—and whether redemption and forgiveness are still possible after years of heartbreak.

Combining heart-pounding suspense with deeply emotional storytelling, The First Time I Saw Him explores love, trust, family, and the enduring hope for second chances. Laura Dave delivers another unforgettable page-turner that seamlessly blends mystery, domestic suspense, and heartfelt relationships.

This novel is Book 2 of The Last Thing He Told Me Series and is best enjoyed after reading The Last Thing He Told Me.

The First Time I Saw Him – The Last Thing He Told Me Book 2

Perfect for fans of Mary Kubica, Lisa Jewell, Kristin Hannah, Jodi Picoult, Megan Miranda, and Harlan Coben, The First Time I Saw Him features domestic suspense, family drama, emotional mystery, second chances, found family, hidden identities, page-turning suspense, and unforgettable characters.

Product Details

Title: The First Time I Saw Him

Author: Laura Dave

Format: Hardcover

Series: The Last Thing He Told Me Series – Book 2

Genre:

• Mystery
• Psychological Suspense
• Domestic Thriller
• Contemporary Fiction
• Women's Fiction

Pages: 288

Dimensions: 1.06 x 9.16 x 6.41 inches

Publication Date: January 6, 2026

Features:

• The Last Thing He Told Me Series Book 2
• Sequel novel
• Psychological suspense
• Domestic thriller
• Family drama
• Emotional storytelling
• Hidden secrets
• Second chances
• Fast-paced mystery
• Reese's Book Club Pick
• #1 New York Times bestselling author

Author Biography

Laura Dave is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of several acclaimed novels, including The Last Thing He Told Me, Eight Hundred Grapes, and The First Time I Saw Him. Her books have sold more than six million copies worldwide and have been translated into over forty languages. The Last Thing He Told Me was named the Goodreads Mystery & Thriller Book of the Year and was adapted into the hit Apple TV+ series starring Jennifer Garner, with Laura Dave serving as co-creator. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and son.