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lisam0183_bookworm's review against another edition
5.0
Wow, where do I begin. Jake and Leila's love story - I laughed, I cried, I got angry and I smiled.
I loved this story and just didn't want it to end. 2 people broken in different ways who are linked by a charm bracelet. The story just sucked me in from the beginning and I kept picking it back up to find out more of what happened and if Leila ever got the bracelet back.
I loved this story and just didn't want it to end. 2 people broken in different ways who are linked by a charm bracelet. The story just sucked me in from the beginning and I kept picking it back up to find out more of what happened and if Leila ever got the bracelet back.
jesstckr's review
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
hmorgz11's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
a_hutchinson19's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
I have no words. This was beautiful and heartbreaking and funny all at once. It showed true love with sensitivity and hope.
thathappyreader's review against another edition
4.0
The Last Charm is one of my favourite romance stories of 2020. It is heart-warming, emotional and memorable: the kind of read that will have you thinking about Leila and Jake for a long time afterwards.
The story surrounds Leila’s charm bracelet, which was given to her by her mother prior to leaving Leila and her father. On the heart is a single charm. By the time Leila loses the bracelet years later, it is full of unique and beautiful charms. Each charm represents a special time in the romance between Leila and Jake: a story she has to tell the stranger who has found the bracelet in order to have it returned. The story is told in a series of memories starting when Leila is 13 until she is 30.
I respect that this romance does not happen immediately. Both Jake and Leila have a dysfunctional parent which impacts their identities and self-respect. As a result, each of them has personal growth to experience before they can commit to one another. These issues are presented with impact, and sensitivity.
I absolutely love the theme of the book for its originality and sentimentality. I appreciated learning about the story behind each of the charms. These characters are well developed and likeable. In summary, I found the story to be very engaging and I had a hard time putting it down.
I listened to the audiobook version which was narrated by Sarah Lambie who does a fantastic job as bringing Leila’s voice to the story. I found her voice to be youthful, sweet and joyous in all the right places. Her articulation and cadence made this book a joy to read. If you are a fan of audiobooks, I would definitely recommend this version of the book which enhances an already wonderful story.
Thanks to Netgalley, HarperCollins Audio UK and One More Chapter for the ARC of this book in exchange for the honest review provided here.
The story surrounds Leila’s charm bracelet, which was given to her by her mother prior to leaving Leila and her father. On the heart is a single charm. By the time Leila loses the bracelet years later, it is full of unique and beautiful charms. Each charm represents a special time in the romance between Leila and Jake: a story she has to tell the stranger who has found the bracelet in order to have it returned. The story is told in a series of memories starting when Leila is 13 until she is 30.
I respect that this romance does not happen immediately. Both Jake and Leila have a dysfunctional parent which impacts their identities and self-respect. As a result, each of them has personal growth to experience before they can commit to one another. These issues are presented with impact, and sensitivity.
I absolutely love the theme of the book for its originality and sentimentality. I appreciated learning about the story behind each of the charms. These characters are well developed and likeable. In summary, I found the story to be very engaging and I had a hard time putting it down.
I listened to the audiobook version which was narrated by Sarah Lambie who does a fantastic job as bringing Leila’s voice to the story. I found her voice to be youthful, sweet and joyous in all the right places. Her articulation and cadence made this book a joy to read. If you are a fan of audiobooks, I would definitely recommend this version of the book which enhances an already wonderful story.
Thanks to Netgalley, HarperCollins Audio UK and One More Chapter for the ARC of this book in exchange for the honest review provided here.
lauralikescats's review against another edition
5.0
"we didn't get enough time together"
SCREAMING CRYING THROWING UP
SCREAMING CRYING THROWING UP
books_brownies_etc's review against another edition
4.0
The Last Charm
by Ella Allbright
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Make yourself believe the truth of my words – that certain moments are torn from us, that some are gently removed, and that others glide beyond our reach.”
by Ella Allbright
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Make yourself believe the truth of my words – that certain moments are torn from us, that some are gently removed, and that others glide beyond our reach.”
mrsjoylovesbooks's review against another edition
4.0
The Last Charm has a unique timeline as it moves through the story with special dates and charms on a charm bracelet. This is not just a love story, but also a story of friendship, family, and personal growth through life experiences and hardships. There are some sad elements like abandonment, abuse, and grief in TLC. I’m not usually a fan of emotional/sad books. I prefer funny romcoms. I didn’t like the ending of this book, but overall, I enjoyed discussing it with the book club.
Jake is a sweetheart who never gives up on being a true friend to Leila. From the beginning and especially as he matured, it was obvious that Jake is a good man. Leila, on the other hand, is very immature. This is a direct quote from the book that explains their love story in a nutshell- “He loves her but she needs to grow up.” Although Leila was frustrating, I think reading about a broken heroine causes us to take time to empathize with a character who has experienced realistic pain. There are some beautiful lines that highlight our human flaws and the results of being hurt. There are stark difference in how the main characters choose to move forward and what they believe of themselves as a result of their painful experiences.
Jake is a sweetheart who never gives up on being a true friend to Leila. From the beginning and especially as he matured, it was obvious that Jake is a good man. Leila, on the other hand, is very immature. This is a direct quote from the book that explains their love story in a nutshell- “He loves her but she needs to grow up.” Although Leila was frustrating, I think reading about a broken heroine causes us to take time to empathize with a character who has experienced realistic pain. There are some beautiful lines that highlight our human flaws and the results of being hurt. There are stark difference in how the main characters choose to move forward and what they believe of themselves as a result of their painful experiences.
annarella's review against another edition
4.0
A beautiful story that I found engrossing and entertaining.
It's a bit slow at the beginning but if you persevere it's a well written story well told.
The characters are interesting and I liked the style of writing.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
It's a bit slow at the beginning but if you persevere it's a well written story well told.
The characters are interesting and I liked the style of writing.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.