Title: Last Kiss
Author: Jessica Clare
First published May 5, 2015
346 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.11
Overview
Maggie: Survival is my only goal. After a tragic accident takes my family and leaves me alone in the world, I’ll do anything to stay alive.
That’s why I make a deal with the devil. I use my skills as a hacker to help a powerful crime boss, keeping myself out of harm’s way.
But when he’s taken down, I’m left vulnerable and at the mercy of another dangerous man. He’s the leader of the Italian mafia, with a dark past and a fierce determination to keep me under his control.
I can’t deny the attraction I feel towards him, but I won’t be a pawn in his game forever. I’m determined to break free and start a new life, even if it means betraying the man who holds my heart.
As the mafia boss, he needs me to help him take down a rival gang, but his obsession with me is becoming a threat to our mission. I have to choose between my freedom and my heart, but either way, danger is lurking around every corner.
Can I survive the deadly world of organized crime, or will I be consumed by it?
About the Author
Jill Myles has been a hopeless romantic since she was a child. She always flips through the pages of a book to read the “naughty parts” first and searches for a risqué joke in almost everything.
She still believes that the Little House on the Prairie series could have been spicier.
After reading countless romance novels, mythology books, and archaeological texts, Jill decided to try her hand at writing her own stories. She wanted to create tales with exciting adventures, clever banter, and plenty of steamy moments.
Her ideal heroes are alpha and often shirtless, while her heroines are sharp-witted. Jill finds nothing more satisfying than seeing her characters overcome obstacles to finally give in to their desires.
Editoral Review
Last Kiss by Jessica Clare is a contemporary romance novel published in May 2015. Clare has written numerous bestselling romance novels and is known for her ability to set up characters with intense chemistry.
Last Kiss is no different; it’s a sweet, heart-warming story of two people falling in love amidst the challenges that life throws at them. Set in the small town of Hope Springs, Last Kiss follows the lives of Kennedy Sawyer and Bowen Driscol.
Kennedy, a former actress, arrives in Hope Springs seeking refuge from her past. Bowen is a successful businessman in town, and they get off to a rocky start when Kennedy hits his car on her way into town.
Despite this initial mishap, they quickly develop a bond that becomes an intense love affair. However, Kennedy’s past comes back to haunt her, shaking the foundations of their relationship.
Bowen has to decide whether to trust her or to walk away. Despite the familiar themes of a broken past and intense chemistry, Clare’s writing style avoids being clich.
The characters come across as authentic, and the setting of a small town is vividly brought to life. The plot moves at a steady pace, keeping the reader engaged while avoiding becoming predictable.
Clare’s attention to detail when it comes to the characters and their emotional depth is one of the principal strengths of the novel. There is a slight flaw in the book’s pacing towards the end; the resolution feels rushed, and certain plotlines are left unresolved.
However, Clare’s writing style is strong that it doesn’t detract from the overall reading experience. Comparing Last Kiss to other contemporary romance novels, it stands out as a mature and thoughtful take on the genre.
Clare’s characters have substance, and their issues are explored with sensitivity and understanding. Overall, Last Kiss by Jessica Clare is a worthwhile read for fans of the romance genre.
The plot and characters are engaging and exciting, and Clare’s writing style is top-notch. While it may not revolutionize the genre, Last Kiss is a well-crafted, enjoyable romance novel that leaves the reader satisfied.
The Washington Post gives Last Kiss four out of five stars for its ability to balance traditional romance themes with authentic contemporary storytelling.
