Holly Kennedy is a young and vibrant woman with a deep love for her husband Gerry, but her world crumbles when he suddenly passes away. Terrified at the idea of facing life without him, Holly feels lost and overwhelmed by grief. However, what Gerry had planned before his death becomes her salvation: a series of letters he left her, filled with love and encouraging phrases that guide her through her mourning process.
As Holly follows the instructions of each letter, she begins to rediscover her own identity and reconnect with her circle of friends and family. The first letter leads her to an unexpected night out partying with her friends, while the subsequent ones urge her to accept her situation, even encouraging her to date other men. On her path to recovery, the protagonist confronts her fears, insecurities, and what it truly means to love and lose.
The story is a poignant reminder that love transcends even death. Through laughter and tears, Holly discovers that although Gerry is no longer physically present, his love lives on in the memories and lessons he left her. In this way, she learns to open herself up to new experiences and the possibility of a future, even amid anguish. It is an adventure of self-discovery, friendship, and the immortal power of love.