The Last Letter was a freaking emotional roller coaster! Ella and Beckett’s story was one of friendship, grief, joy, loss, and hope. I was in tears more times then I want to admit and they were the big, fat, ugly ones! While events didn’t exactly turn out the way I expected, I am glad I took a chance. This isn’t my usual kind of read, but the summary caught my eye, and well...it was worth the Kleenex box I blew my way through.

I wish I could have written a great review to do justice to just how much this story touched me, but I didn’t want to give anything away! The heartbreaking journey it took me on as a reader...indescribable.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Simply this book is five stars. I’m truly gutted deep to my soul.
Be prepared. I mean with the blurb and cover you have a feeling but you don’t really ever know until you read the story.
Be prepared.
I cried! My heart hurt. I felt love. I cried!
There so much feeing in this story. So much love and loss.
You know it’s a good book when you’re mad at the author for writing the story. Im so mad right now and crying ugly tears. It’s just not fair. I’m asking the questions of why.
This is the first book hangover I’ve had of 2018 and it will be my only.
I don’t know how to move on from this story.
I don’t want to give too much away because then you miss all the goodness of this book. I hope no one spoils this for you and you are able to be taken on the emotional rollercoaster that is The Last Letter.

What a great romance. This is a very good book. I was a little surprised about the sad part. I didn’t see that coming! Be prepared to get your Kleenex out!

Rebecca Yarros is an extremely passionate writer you can tell pours her soul into her stories. I loved her writing and how you feel a part of the story, the people and their feelings- the good and the bad.

As far as the story went, it's was definitely a roller coaster. A roller coaster I enjoyed at spots, but at others felt like the twists and turns were too jerking and painful. When I finished the ride, I wasn't sure if it was fun or if it simply caused too much pain.

I cannot adequately describe how amazing this book is. I experienced so many emotions and cried my way through it. This is a story I will never forget.

It was a roller coaster of emotions, but so raw and beautiful! I never expected to cry as much as I did, but the story just captivated me in a sense that I just couldn't stop, to me this is the best book from this author!

' “Say it. I need you to say the words.”
My call sign is Chaos. I miss you and your letters so damn much. I crave your words more than oxygen. I’m so sorry about Ryan. I don’t deserve to be here. He does.
The options played through my head. Instead, I steered to the safest truth I could give her without ripping her to shreds or blowing the most important mission of my life.
“Ryan sent me.” '

The Last Letter is heart wrenchingly wonderful contemporary romance by Rebecca Yarros.

Ella Mackenzie is raising twins alone while trying to keep her Bed and Breakfast afloat.

With her parents and grandparent’s dead, her ex-husband who walked out on her the moment she found out she was pregnant, and her brother Ryan serving in a special ops team in a classified location overseas, the last thing she needs is the knock on the door saying her brother has been killed in action.

Ryan Mackenzie was one of the only people Beckett Gentry, call sign Chaos, cares about. That is until Ryan’s sister Ella starts writing him letters. Initially reluctant to take part in Ryan’s Pen Pal set up, Beckett soon finds that Ella’s letters bring light into his otherwise dark life.

Although he had made plans to visit Telluride, Colorado with Ryan when they were stateside, those plans change when Ryan is killed.

No longer is he going to Telluride with his best friend, to meet the woman who he’d fallen for through the written word, but to look after his battle buddy’s little sister and help her through one of the most challenging times of her life.

Because not only is Ella facing the challenge of losing her brother, she’s at risk of having the remainder of her family torn apart by even more tragic circumstances.

When Chaos stops replying to her letters around the same time as her brother’s death, and the army refusing to answer any of her questions due to the classified nature of their work, Ella is left with no other choice but to assume Chaos was also killed.

Little does Ella know that Beckett Gentry, the man who just booked a cabin at her Bed and Breakfast for seven months, who served in her brothers’ unit; is also Chaos - the man she had been writing to and even starting to fall for.

'Beckett,
If you’re reading this, well, you know the “last-letter” drill. You made it. I didn’t. Get off the guilt train, because I know if there were any chance you could have saved me, you would have.
I need one thing from you: Get your ass to Tellurid...
… If I’m gone, that means I can’t get home in January like we’d planned. I can’t be there for her. I can’t help Ella through this, or play soccer with my nephew, or hold my niece. But you can. So I’m begging you, as my best friend, go take care of my sister, my family…
Please don’t make her go through it alone.'

The Last Letter is a heartbreakingly beautiful novel with writing and characters so spectacular it’s like the story lifts of the page and comes to life.

This book is a rollercoaster that will have you laughing one moment and reaching for the box of tissues the next, before realising that you’ve used them all already and now need to open another new box.

As emotionally bruising as The Last Letter is I LOVED everything about it.

I have been a fan of Rebecca Yarros’ since the moment I read her debut novel Full Measures back in 2014, and I was so excited about reading The Last Letter.

The Last Letter is spread over a period of about two years, and combines the letters between Ella and Chaos, with present day narration from both Ella and Becketts point of view.

I loved the pacing of this book, which allowed the characters to work through their grief in a realistic manner. It also allowed for their relationship to develop without rushing into it which really allowed the chemistry to build between Ella and Beckett, as we saw them go from a strained meeting, to friends, and to a couple.

' “Don’t let go,” she whispered. Her hands were still between us, but she wasn’t pushing me away, they were simply resting on my pecs. If anything, she leaned in. “I’d forgotten what this felt like.”
“Being hugged?” My voice was sandpaper-rough.
“Being held together.” Never before had a single phrase brought me to my emotional knees.'

There is so much more I want to say about this book, but I don’t want to spoil it for anyone (and partly because I can't actually put into words just how much I loved this book) so I’ll just leave it at this: The Last Letter is a tragically transcendent story about love, loss, and family that will make you feel such a chaotic mix of emotions it leaves you wondering how you’ll ever move on from what you’ve just read, but loving absolutely everything about it.

TEAR JERKER ALERT!
This book completely broke my heart! The story was so sad yet compelling that I couldn’t seem to put it down for a second. At time I felt as if the story was drawn out. A lot. But overall it was unique and kept me in suspense for where the story would go. That ending was a complete shocker! I was not expecting for it to end like that! At all. I haven’t cried that hard over a book in a while!! If you are looking for a book that is going to take you on a roller coaster of of emotions, this is the book for you!

5 Unforgettable Stars, but if I could rate this book higher that would most definitely be the case.


I don't even know where to start, this book leaves me speechless. There are so many things running through my head, that it's so hard to gather all my thoughts. I have so many emotions coursing through my body, that it makes it hard to pin point which one is overwhelming me so much right now, because as I write this, Rebecca Yarros has left a mark on my soul like no other author has done before. The Last Letter is without a doubt an, unforgettable, emotional, roller coaster of a ride. Being my first read from this author, I can guarantee you with all that I am, that Rebecca Yarros has a fan for life. Rebecca has the ability to create a a one of a kind world, and keep you there with the mind blowing plots and amazing characters. She is that author that can make you feel things that you could never imagine, and as a mother no other book could ever compare.

I want keep my review so vague for the simple fact, the blurb is all you need to know going in. The blurb is why the story is what it is. Go in and let this book surprise you, because I assure you, it WILL. Get to know the characters because from my POV, they are sincerely one of a kind, They are so very strong, and beyond brave. This slow burn romance is one that will bring tears to your eyes, but I assure you, the connections that are made are so genuine and real.

For me personally, this is the best book of the year. I will never, ever forget this book, and Ii promise you, you won't either.

*I recommend this book.

I have waited awhile to put my review into words after I finished this book. To be perfectly honest, I still don’t have the right ones. I have been anticipating this book for a long time. I can’t tell you how many times I have re read previous Flight and Glory books just to get my fill. I was indeed shocked and delighted to have been chosen to read an advanced copy of this one.
How do you put into the right words when an author and her writing touch so many emotions and places in your heart and soul. Yes I said soul. This is a book that brings to light all the fears of military families. And you appreciate the author’s candor and honesty. There is nothing held back. It was such an emotional read, I cannot fathom how it must have been for her to write it. This is one book that will live with me for tye rest of my life! I am forever grateful for her having written the book and more so grateful to all military families who sacrifice so much!! Some of us don’t realize just how much, but maybe we should.
I proudly voluntarily reviewed an advanced reader copy of this book provided by NetGalley.

(Have also preorderd and will be gifting copies)

This book! I can't even with all the heart wrenching emotions I am still feeling after reading The Last Letter. Rebecca Yarros did an amazing job with Beckett and Ella's story. It completely obliterated and exceeded any expectations I had going into the story. I seriously couldn't put it down. If you only read one book, make it this one. You don't want to miss it!

The Last Letter wasn’t a book; it was an experience. It was an emotional rollercoaster, that as a mom, will rival no other book. This book captured me from the beginning, stole my breath, ripped a chunk of my heart out, and left a deep and heavy ache in my chest. This author has always had an ability to put words together and create masterpieces, with her attention to detail being unmatched. This book especially has the most tragic but majestic formation of words even though Yarros is trying a slightly different genre. No worries to those who love or need a little steam in their books… as usual Yarros hands us some steamy scenes ready to make you reach for that cold beverage. Not to mention… the overall message and theme of this book is one for the ages and was done better than any other like it.

“Love—when it was right—was enough to save you. Beckett taught me that every single day. And ours was more than enough. And so was I.”

Ella is my favorite mom ever written, despite her flaws. Her momma-bear fierceness knows no bounds. Her most interesting characteristic is the simultaneous fearlessness and gut-wrenching fear for her kids. She will slay any dragons that come to her door for her kids, but those very dragons create a fear and anxiety in her that make her rely on Solitude’s (her super awesome B&B/resort) bubble for their safety. That inner conflict is what drives her. She is the most stubborn and dedicated mom I have EVER read.

“Damn, I wanted her. Wanted every aspect of her—her laughter, her tears, her kids, her body, her heart. I wanted everything.”

Beckett is strong, stubborn (makes for some fun adult conversations), and loyal… almost to a fault. This is not the first military man we have had from Yarros, but he is certainly one of the best if not THE best in the honor category. His dedication to his missions and his best friends (Ella’s brother and his dog Havoc) have soared above any others. He is my favorite type of broken: having no family and still finding a way to make his own.

This book will linger long after it has been read. It will dig deep into your heart and nest there. This book is for those who want to read about a mom who loves her children dearly. This book is for those who love characters with burning hot passion for not only their loves, but a deep love for those who surround them. This book is for anyone who loves a book that will make you feel. The Last Letter is for anyone who loves love even through complicated and bittersweet stories.

5 Emotional Stars

I'm struggling to find the right words to express how much The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros touched me.
I cried a lot of tears, I swooned, I laughed, I got angry and wanted to scream why a few times and I fell in love hard for all the characters and now I'm crying writing this review.

I loved Beckett/Chaos, Ella and her beautiful, funny, smart children Maisie & Colt. Those kids truly owned my heart. They shared that special connection twins often share and damn did they bring out the feels!
I also need to mention how much respect and love I have for Havoc, she was such a smart and loyal dog.

It's hard to write a review for a book that you've loved without spoiling it for others. So I'm going to keep it short and just say this is a beautifully, thoughtful, heartfelt read that will touch you deeply.

Rebecca Yarros what can I say other than girl you owe me a few boxes of tissues and THANK YOU for writing this story. Your dedication and acknowledgment shows what a beautiful, gentle and loving woman you are.

The Last Letter is a must read, I can't wait for you all to read it and experience all the emotions I'm currently going through.

*An advance copy was provided by the publisher in exchange for my honest thoughts.*