Best book I've read in ages!

Fab fab story and narration! Not normally my go to genre, but was absolutely gripped by this! Must read!

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Outstanding, gripping novel with the perfect narration

Do buy this. I read the book when it first came out and loved it. Innovative and gripping, People talk about edge of the seat writing but this really lives up to that phrase. The characterisation and journey was profound and engaging. Whoever said it was like fleabag is doing it a disservice, This character is one who will stay with you: she has depth, wit, vulnerability and authenticity. She’s more of an every woman living inside us who we never let others see, a flawed, brave heroine. I was equally gripped by the audible book as the narration breathes life in to this complex character in a perfectly satisfying way. The best audible narration I’ve experienced so far and the acting is every bit as outstanding as the writing. Thank you.

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Loved it

I wasn’t expecting to ever like the main character. But it was a gradual shift towards great fondness for the character. I’m so glad I listen to it on audio rather than having read it as I enjoyed the occasional sound affects and definitely the narration. I did laugh I did have a few tears and the last hour was very tense. Fantastic debut novel👍🏻👍🏻

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Buy this book!!!!

Quite simply the best book on audible. Loved this from start to finish. So invested in this story and the unnamed heroine. An intense roller coaster that I never wanted to get off. I can't wait to see it televised and very much looking forward to a sequel. The narrator was phenomenal too. I will tell everyone to buy this, its fantastic. I could go into detail but simply don't want to give anything away. Just buy it, you won't regret it.

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Glad I stuck it out.

At times I hated the protagonist because she was unbearably whiney, but the ending made it worth it.

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Spellbinding

I read the book. I bought it on Audible . It’s the most original story I’ve read in years. I just loved it; it’s a cracking story filled with wit, wisdom, fear, and humour. Not a fluffy story a proper nail biter. I even shed a few tears along the way. Please, please write a sequel. I beg you. And thank you.

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Loved this

I never write reviews and I'm not really a fan of apocalyptic fiction either but had to write something for this because I absolutely loved it. I found the character maddening and yet relatable, narration was fantastic, I even cried once. I can't wait to read this authors next book.

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Best Book in Ages

I loved this book!! I didn't know how it would land for me, all things considered with the last few years, but it really triggered my imagination. I have struggled lately to find a book that I can stay with, but this is an audible 'page turner'. I recommend it totally and already have put several friends onto it, all are pleased with it so far. Great writer, look forward to her next. Let's hope its not about a world disaster as we will be forced to sit up and take notice.

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Amazing

I’ve read so many end of the world books, never have I been so affected emotionally from laughter to tears. It was unique and so thought provoking. Read it in two days staying up far to late the first day as I couldn’t put it down. I really hope there is a book two!!

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Be prepared - this book will make you want to become a doomsday prepper!

Thank you to Netgalley, Hodder & Stoughton & Bethany Clift for this ARC of Last One At The Party. I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

As fair warning, this may not be the ideal read for those who already have serious anxiety issues about the current COVID-19 global pandemic.

Whilst this does reference covid and the current global pandemic it is in fact about another global pandemic, in the not to distant future, that wipes the face of the earth with something only known as 6DM (6 Days Maximum).

Be prepared - this book will make you want to become a doomsday prepper! I have planned my escape route and what supplies I’m going to need! I’m meeting Bethany in Scotland 😉 join us if you dare 😂

This book says all the things you might think about at the end of the world but also opens up all the doors you think you will leave closed come the end of the world.

The writing of this is perfectly timed and hilarious at just the right points.

I felt akin to all the stages of grief that the narrator seemingly goes through. And all the realisations she has along the way.

It made me wonder how I would fair if the worst happened and I was the last person seemingly alive. This immediately induced a bit of a panic (I watch far too many apocalyptic tv shows/films) and I had to remind myself that I cannot plan for everything.

The writing draws you in and the descriptions give you a little movie in your minds eye.

You follow the narrator on her journey of self discovery and realisation about the life she lead prior to the pandemic and the person she has always wanted to be.

I was almost half way through when I started recommending this book to the book groups I’m part of. I rarely do that (only with my favourite authors generally) so it shows how much I was already enjoying the book!

Definitely one for a book club. For those who are finding the current real life pandemic a bit too anxiety inducing, I would definitely recommend this book for when we are out the other side.

I can’t wait to see what Bethany writes next!

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