It's quite violent and graphic but I liked the story ot this nightmarish characters and this world where there's no piety or friends.
it's intriguing and well plotted. Loved the original world building.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

After reading several reviews for this book, I have decided not to read it, since the content will be very triggering for me. I was unaware of the content warnings for SA and child SA when I requested it. It may be a great book, but the triggers are too much for me.

Thank you BHC Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC.

I don't even know where to begin with this review. When I read the summary I thought it was going to be more of dark gothic horror book. Once I actually started reading though it all I got was dark and horror but not in a good way. I LITERALLY forced myself to finish this book. Not only that but it took me weeks to actually finish it. Now that I'm done I wish I had just DNFd the book. The only good thing I can say about this book is the author finished it. The plot went from horrifying to making me feel so sick to my stomach that I had to vomit. The amount of grotesque SA scenes is absolutely insane. This included but not limited to CSA scenes. These scenes in my opinion did not add anything to the plot other than highlight the author's capabilities on writing pedophilia into a book. I wish I could say the characters were at least interesting but they weren't. They were all one dimensional and at no point did anything they do make sense. The plot was messy to say the least. I had to reread several pages over and over again because it was not clear what was happening in certain scenes. I definitely was not the target audience for this book and I'm beyond grateful for that fact. I wouldn't recommend this book or author to anyone. I wish I could get the time back I spent reading this book back or at least have my memories wiped of ever reading it. If I could give it negative stars I would.

I want to thank NetGalley, Publishers BHC Press, and the author Natalie Gibson for providing this e-ARC. Witch, I will be giving my honest and sincere review.

Please make sure you're aware of the trigger warnings this book contains, Some of the triggers include:
Animal cruelty, assault, murder, cannibalism, blood, gore, child sa, childbirth, child death, BDSM, drug use, forced abortion, human skin wearing, incest, mental health issues, pedophilia, reanimated corpse, sa, self-harm.

Lady Ramillia Winmoore is sent to an asylum, convicted of her parent's murder, where her nightmares became with mistreatments and invasive treatments. She only remembers parts of her childhood.
We see mental health representations not only in our FMC but in other patients and society in general.
Ramillia is saved by Sir Julian, whose estates she will soon be married to him.

The book's narrative is mostly filled with our FMC, thoughts, since she was put away from society for most of her living life she's adjusting to all she can absorb. The book evolved at a slow pace.

Heavily graphic and descriptive, full of violence and shocking events for a child to grow up to. Allow for a Gothic Horror I imagined it as the darkness sombre and gruesome of Frankenstein in a Tim Burton atmosphere.
I recommend this book to Gothic Horror lovers, full of twists.

The Last Immortal is not for the faint of heart. It is a heavy book that is very dark. Fans of paranormal and horror will devour this though! It is dark and atmospheric, truly living up to the gothic tag. Prepare to read with your jaw dropped and your head in a tail spin because this book just simply does not stop. I will say though, it is a very trigger laden book. Don't be afraid to take breaks if needed. Some scenes and instances may leave you feeling deeply uncomfortable and that's ok. While I enjoyed this one, it was a little hard to get through some particular parts.

Thank you to NetGalley and BHC Press for this ARC. I am leaving this review voluntarily and all views expressed are my own.

I really liked the idea of this one. The magic system and world building was a little intense for my liking, but I thoroughly enjoyed the overall plotline. Would recommend to anyone who is used to the typical world building / etc.

Loves:
- overall atmosphere of the book
-The FMC not prioritizing love in a way that would have her take the backseat.

Cons:
-there are trigger warnings that are missing
-feels like this should've been more than one book
-the ending feels a bit disconnected from the story, almost as if it was added as an afterthought and the author failed to see if the story pointed in that direction

Overall: A lot of potential but the execution just was not there.
2.5 rounded up

I loved it. I will definitely put this book in my re read pile for gothic horror. It is perfect to read for the spooky season. My favorite time of the year. It was so many twist and turn throughout this book.

First I want to thank NetGalley and BHC Press for this advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

When the summary said dark, I don't think I was prepared for just how dark this book would be. I am not one to shy away from more controversial depictions in literature but it was disappointing that the author hadn't considered to warn about the CSA until several reviewers had to bring it to attention.

I am normally a fan of gothic and historical literature but this one just was too much for me. Perhaps those who prefer very dark content would be the correct audience but I am someone that enjoys more reward for my investment and unfortunately the ending was a disappointment for me.

I'm going to be perfectly honest in this one - I requested this one before knowing the content warnings. However, as a dark romance, extreme horror and splatter horror reader, I continued on.

And then DNF'd at 37%.

For the most part, the writing style was good. The story itself was slow and sluggish though and it just wasn't enjoyable enough to push through the content.

I thank you for the opportunity to read this book, and I have recommended it to people I know who will most likely enjoy it.

I actually really enjoyed this book. It was different from what I expected and that was a welcome discovery.

I'm gonna be honest, I did not read this one because I wasn't aware of all of the trigger warnings when I requested it. That's on me for not looking into it more before requesting. I did start to read it, and from what I read I liked the writing style, I just was dreading all of the dark content to come, as well as the length of the book. I don't mind long trigger warning lists, but I want the story to be good, not drawn out just for shock value, which I feel like this would have been. I feel bad rating it one star not having read it, but I really don't have any interest in it after reading other reviews, again, which I should have looked at beforehand. I am so deeply sorry to this author for wasting your time and having to bring down the rating, I will look more in depth into books in the future before requesting. Thanks so much to the publisher and to NetGalley for giving me an eARC. Maybe I will be in a better headspace to read it down the line and I can edit my feedback.

I recently had the pleasure of delving into this book, and I am beyond impressed with the mesmerizing world that the author has crafted. From start to finish, the intricate plot weaves a tapestry of suspense, emotion, and unexpected twists that kept me eagerly turning the pages.

One of the standout features of this book is undoubtedly its characters. Each one is meticulously developed, breathing life into the narrative with their unique personalities, motivations, and flaws. The protagonists are not just names on paper; they are relatable, complex individuals with whom readers can form a genuine connection. The antagonist, too, is not a mere foil but a multi-dimensional force that adds depth to the story. The author's ability to create such well-rounded characters is a testament to their storytelling prowess.

The plot unfolds seamlessly, drawing the reader into a richly layered narrative that expertly balances tension, drama, and moments of poignant reflection. The pacing is impeccable, maintaining a perfect rhythm that keeps the reader engaged without sacrificing the depth of the story. The author skillfully navigates through various plot arcs, interweaving them with finesse to create a cohesive and satisfying whole.

What sets this book apart is its ability to tackle profound themes while maintaining an accessible and engaging narrative. The book seamlessly combines suspense and emotional depth, making it a truly immersive experience. The author's prose is both elegant and evocative, painting vivid imagery that lingers in the reader's mind long after the final page is turned.

As I reached the conclusion, I found myself yearning for more from this talented author. Their ability to craft a gripping plot and bring characters to life is truly commendable. I eagerly anticipate future works and would wholeheartedly recommend this book to any reader who appreciates a masterfully told tale. If you're searching for a book that seamlessly blends captivating characters with a compelling plot, this is a shining example. I can't wait to explore more literary worlds crafted by this exceptional storyteller.

Check trigger warnings and really evaluate if you can handle a book like this. If you can handle a very dark, gothic thriller, give it a shot. This book continues to change in my head - sometimes I liked it, other times I did not. Parts were very slow, and its mostly vibes over plot.

DNF at 30%
Unfortunately I was unable to finish this book.

I was really looking forward to reading The Last Immortal, however, I found it to be unnecessarily long and the writing felt very stilted to me.

I would recommend looking up content warnings before reading.

DNF at 22% because I lost interest due to the lack of direction with the plot. The premise absolutely had me hooked, but I just felt like the delivery wasn’t there. Life is too short to read books you aren’t enjoying, and unfortunately this one is not for me.

I struggled through this book, the triggers weren't what got me, but it was the pacing of the book. I was kind of just vibing through it and it never felt like anything happened at the end, I always expect growth to some extent, but I wasn't feeling it. It's definitely for someone, but just not for me.

DNF at 20%.

This book is dark as hell and the copy that I received from the publishers through NetGalley does not have a clearly labeled content warnings list. The content warning list is also incomplete, which according to other reviewers, is completed for the final copy that went into print. Check out other reviews for this book to find the full list before checking out the book if you're interested in it.

The author is a good writer, but the book is extremely dark. What seems like what is in store for the protagonist's future as her memories begin to return (and was confirmed by another reviewer's comprehensive trigger warnings list that they shared), it will be getting 100 times darker and will also be triggering as I am a SA survivor myself.

Quick Synopsis

This is a story about cruel immortals. Even after reading it, I could not describe it better.

My Review

I gave this book 2 out of 5 stars. I didn’t even know what was happening most of the time. There were jumps and random characters. It was also very weird and creepy. Especially the hand gloves. I didn’t understand about the other people Ramilia had inside her. The book dragged on. I also don’t understand the ending. It didn’t really do anything to help me understand the story. I have a very vague idea of the plot but even that didn’t help me to understand. I would not recommend this book to others.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

thank you to Netgalley and BHC Press for providing me with an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

while i was initially really excited to read The Last Immortal (being a lover of the horror and gothic), i unfortunately found myself DNF-ing this one. while the writing style was captivating, the gratuitous presence of certain triggering topics left me wanting to take a break from the book, and i'm not sure if i will come back to it again.