I didn't think there was anything special or anything that stood out about this book. But I did have a hard time putting it down so I'm giving it four stars for that fact alone. Once I started reading-- I was hooked!

*The biggest part to remember when you read this book is you will need to realize that some of the things that happen-- are very unbelievable. Or maybe even questionable. And of course that is just my personal opinion.* 

I also wouldn't classify this as a "domestic thriller". I have read those types of genres before and I just don't think I can compare The Last to See Her as that type of book. I also want to say that this is one of the few times that I actually LIKE the female main character. A lot of times I have a hard time connecting but with Gen I found myself completely captivated!

I will end with this: the ending was my favorite part. The epilogue gave me goosebumps and I smiled so damn big. 

I always love the type of stories Courtney comes up. Whether she's writing as Courtney Cole or Courtney Evan Tate, they're original and creative and keep my pages turning everytime I pick one of them up! The Last to See Her was no different than her others. This book will be a hit with a lot of people.

On a cold night in New York City, Genevieve was out celebrating her divorce with her sister Meghan. After one too many drinks Genevieve throws her ring off the balcony then decides to go for a late evening walk by herself. The next day her sister grows worried when Gen doesn’t return from her walk. After waiting twenty four hours to report her missing Meghan realizes her sister might’ve been taken.
Police question Meg as she was the last to see her. Perturbed by the investigating detectives progress Meghan barges into the police station demanding action.
Meghan was Genevieve’s younger sister. She was married to Joe her high school sweetheart. They had a five year old son.
Thad was Genevieve’s husband. They had no children. His wife was an author who spent her days writing about her characters fictional lives. She was a good doting wife who tried to please her husband. She lived in the fiction-world where she got caught up in her characters lives.
Detective Hawk was assigned the missing persons case. He’s good at his job. He’s a man who goes with his gut instinct. He follows procedure and protocol. Meghan the sister is quite persistent with him. It’s this persistence that allows them to spend time piecing Genevieve’s live together.

Overall:
The hook began from the moment Genevieve went missing. Courtney’s writing style pulled me into the story. She took the reader into Genevieve’s past revealing the secrets about her marriage while also progressing forward in the present with Meghan.

Courtney dropped Easter eggs here and there creating suspicion. She gave the reader just enough to build a connection to these characters but not too much as to give too much away. The execution was ideal for this storyline. The story encompasses more than a missing person it’s about the failed marriage, the cheating, the secrets, and the relationship between sisters. Basically a story about sisterly friendship and love between spouses.

This was a steady read with Courtney bringing mystery and romance into the mix. It was also a character driven story with every character fully developed and essential to the storyline.

“Divorcing a lawyer was the only thing worse than being married to one”

Gen, a romance novelist is about to sign the divorce papers which will dissolve her marriage to her cheating husband, Thad.

She accompanies her sister Meg, a renowned Physician attending a convention in NY, to celebrate.

After a decadent dinner and too much to drink, they return to their hotel suite, where Gen proceeds to throw her very expensive wedding ring off of the hotel balcony.

Needing fresh air after her defiant act, she decides to take a late evening walk alone, and vanishes without a trace.


I would categorize this novel as Domestic Suspense, and the writing was stronger on the “domestic” than the “suspense” aspects of the book.

The author captures the nuances of relationships well, those between sisters, and those between spouses.

On the suspense side, you will have to suspend some disbelief, as to what initially happens, once Gen disappears into the night.

And, I don’t believe the police could demand you remain in NYC because your sister has gone missing, without proof of a crime-nor would the Detective become so chummy with Meg, the sister being investigated, since she was the last to see her...

BUT, I really liked Gen, and sympathized with her as her marriage crumbled, and she began her descent into madness.

Meg, though, often seemed too girlish and immature to be a renowned Doctor to me.

Despite a few flaws with the sometimes simplistic writing, I was completely engaged in the story, and I looked forward to returning to the book whenever I had a chance to sit down to read.

And, I actually really enjoyed how the story ended!

I would like to thank Mira books for providing a digital arc through NetGalley in exchange for a candid review!

This book will be publish on December 15, 2020.

Exciting twists and turns in The Last To See Her by Courtney Evan Tate. The storyline was a bit sad but a good glimpse into lies, deception, and mental anguish. The story is told from the two main characters, sisters Meg and Gen. the first part of the story was a bit slow, but once Gen goes missing, the story and action pick up. I figured out how it would end, but it didn’t detract from my finishing the book. Overall, a fair.y solid story and mystery.

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Thank You NetGalley, Publisher & Author for this gifted E-ARC!

Summary
Gen is on the verge of a divorce from her cheating husband. When her sister, Meg, has a convention to attend in the Big Apple, she invites Gen along to celebrate her newly found freedom. But the perfect sisters’ getaway quickly goes awry when a tipsy Gen defiantly throws her wedding ring off the hotel room’s balcony. Then, wanting some fresh air, she decides to take a late-evening walk alone and vanishes without a trace.

Review
WOW This was a really great book to read!!!
The story was like WHAT?!?!?
The absorbing story of love, friendship, and grief... I really liked.
This was a mystery read. I think some will really enjoy.
I know I Loved it. And will be reading more from Ms. Tate!

Rating- 4/5

A great read. I LOVED this book. It was riveting and I had to finish it before I could go to sleep. Highly recommend, Definitely a ten star read!

This was such an addictive read.
I was so invested in Gen and Meg- the sisters are having a girls weekend in NYC when suddenly Gen goes missing and Meg is the last person to see her.

This book was so full of shocking twists and turns on every page.
My only complaint is the ex husbands name was Thad- ugh it reminded me of a bad 90s book or show. I hated the name!

A very quick thrilling read!

Thanks to Netgalley for my advanced ebook copy.

Meg and Gen are sisters and each other best friends. Gen is creative and a writer: whereas, Meg is more scientific. She's a surgeon. On a trip to New York City, Gen disappear in the middle of the night.

Meg and Gen might be sisters and best friends, but they both have kept secrets from each other. The characters are real and I dove headfirst into the story. It did start out slow up until Gen goes missing. The story is told through both sister's point of view by chapters. So you get a snippet of each sister's explanation as well as what they are hiding. It's intriguing in the way the story is written. That way the mystery keeps ongoing. I found the most intriguing character was Thad. That was a surprise. However, I don't think his character was complete. There's more to him than what was told in the book. Perhaps because he's a supporting character. The ending was a little muddle to me. I had to re-read the ending and yet there was still a big gap of what the heck just happened, kind of thinking. I can't go into details as it would give away the ending. After reading it, you'll see what I mean. This is a great read. I found a new author that I like.

Thank you to Harlequin-Trade Publishing and NetGalley for letting me read this fabulous ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This is a complicated novel about a woman who is about to get married but at the last minute she changes her mind she goes for a walk and disappears into the night leaving a mystery that will keep you can found it until the last page of the book. I highly recommend this exciting thriller.

I am a little conflicted. I found this to be a very engrossing story up until the last few chapters and the epilogue. At that point there were too many unanswered questions.

The Last to See Her by Courtney Evan Tate is a thrilling and addictive read that will have you on the edge of your seat and keep you guessing until the very end.

Gen and her sister Meg are having a girls weekend in New York where Meg is attending a medical conference. Gen is in the process of divorcing her husband, Thad, and is looking to blow off some steam. After an alcohol- fuelled night out, the sisters return to their hotel with emotions running high. After hurling her wedding ring from the balcony, Gen sets out alone to clear her head, and will disappear without a trace, leaving Meg as the last person to see her.

Full of lies, deceptions, twists, and shocking revelations, this is a compulsive read that will not be easily put down. Looking forward to reading much more from this author. 4.5 stars

Many thanks to NetGalley and HARLEQUIN - Trade Publishing (U.S. & Canada) for this ARC.

Sisters Gen and Meg are getting together for a girl’s night in New York City. Gen is celebrating freedom from her cheating husband, so when Meg is in town for a conference the two get together to party. After letting off some steam, Gen leaves Meg alone in their hotel to go for a walk to clear her head, but she never comes back. What happened to Gen and who’s to blame? A twisted story with a surprise I didn’t see coming