Title: The Final Piece
Author: Maggi Myers
First published November 13, 2012
312 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 3.99
Overview
Maggie Myers’ The Final Piece tells the story of Beth Bradshaw, a woman whose life has been haunted by a traumatic past. For years, she has struggled to rebuild the pieces of her shattered life.
But when a new tragedy threatens to destroy everything she has worked so hard to build, Beth decides to embark on a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, she reconnects with Ryan, the boy who showed her what it means to truly live.
As they work together to pick up the pieces of her life, Beth must confront her deepest fears and trust Ryan with a piece of herself. Can they find the missing pieces of her life and put them back together again?
Find out in this moving and inspiring tale of love, loss, and redemption.
About the Author
Maggi grew up in West Des Moines, Iowa and Miami, Florida. She has a passion for the Heartland and delicious Cuban cuisine.
Maggi enjoys writing about characters who have faced hardships and still manage to find the beauty in life. When she’s not writing, you might catch her reading or singing her heart out with her hairbrush.
Maggi is a strong and witty woman, with a hint of mischief.
She currently lives with her family in the Quad Cities. If you want to keep up with Maggi’s latest adventures, you can follow her on Facebook or Twitter @Magnolia_B_My.
Editoral Review
Maggi Myers novel, The Final Piece, is a stunning exploration of grief, loss, and the power of love. Published in November 2012, it is a contemporary work of fiction that provokes thought and emotion in equal measure.
The story follows the life of Addison, a troubled and broken young woman who lost her parents at a tender age. In her pursuit of inner peace, she falls for the enigmatic and magnetic Sam, who, like Addison, is haunted by his own demons.
Myers writing style is poetic and evocative, creating an atmospheric ambiance that draws the reader into the inner workings of the characters minds. The setting of the book is also exceptionally vivid, with the lushness of Southern Louisiana wrapping around the story’s backdrop, immersing readers in a world rife with cultural significance.
Despite the book’s pacing being slow at times, its character development is both poignant and finely tuned. Addison and Sam’s personalities are fleshed out with artful precision, bringing readers face to face with their hopes, fears, and vulnerabilities.
The novel is raw and authentic, with Myers lending a voice to the thoughts and feelings of characters that so many of us can relate to. The characters’ relationships with one another are not merely superficial, but rather deeply rooted in their shared grief and loss.
The Final Piece is an apt reflection of modern-day society, emphasizing the importance of mental health and self-care. Myers skilled writing implores us to confront the uncomfortable issues and conflicts that we must address in life, rather than paper over them.
That said, at times, the book’s symbolism can seem heavy-handed and blurred with a lack of originality, and readers may find the ending contrived and predictable. Nonetheless, The Final Piece is a heart-wrenching, frank, and emotional piece of writing that belongs on anyones to-read list.
The novel explores deep issues that many of us face, and despite its imperfections, it remains an essential read. With that, we give The Final Piece a score of 8 out of 10, recommended for anyone eager to delve into compelling characters grappling with tough life circumstances.
