A review by pelicanfreak
My Last Hope by Katie Richard

challenging hopeful fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

OMG this was so good / I couldn’t put it down! Squeeeeee … 

(Sorry, just had to get that out.)

This gripped me right from the start—a broken heroine stuck in a terrible situation and I, sadly, found it so relatable. That said, I can attest to the fact that it was well done, at least in that aspect.

The character development provided a fun dichotomy, as I both rooted for the female lead and felt completely frustrated by her at the same time. I had to actively remind myself not to victim-blame when her reasons for not leaving felt so lame to me—this was a good exercise in remembering to not judge. All situations are different, and feel different to the person actually and actively in them.

Probably, I should mention that this read isn’t for the faint of heart, between the abuse scenes and the lead’s reasons for staying as long as she did. However, as stated above, I do think everyone should read it—with an open/awake mind. 

Domestic abuse.

Trouble conceiving. 

Forbidden vibes. 

Doctor-patient relations.

Loss of limb.

PT  / rehab.

Incredible supportive male lead.

Infertility.

Extortion.

Cheating.

Second chances.

A bit of mystery.

A ‘villain’ I loved to hate.

Overall:

🌟 Great writing, 

🌟 good character development, 

🌟 addictive read. 

🌟 Oh and there were even a couple of minor twists I hadn’t seen coming—this literally NEVER happens for me. 

For that alone, I think 5 stars are in order. Plus, it was thought-provoking.

⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️   

Told in alternative, first-person POVs, the reader gets to see things from all angles—this was well executed.

🎧 Audio:

Excellent. Flawless overall sound quality, and while this wasn’t a graphic audio, it did include a few minor, fitting sound effects. 5 stars.