Before the Ever After

Before the Ever After is a novel-in-verse that delves into the effects of CTE on a family, told from the perspective of ZJ, the 12-year-old son of a former NFL player.

The story explores themes of love, loss, and resilience as ZJ navigates his father's declining health and finds solace in music and friendship.

Woodson masterfully portrays the emotional journey of a family dealing with the long-term consequences of sports-related brain injuries.