I read and loved this author's first book, The Quiet Tennant, so I was very excited to receive this advanced copy from @netgalley and @knopf.

Frida and her brother Gabriel have arrived at a hotel in the secluded Utah desert, looking for a fresh start. Fifteen years ago, they escaped from a cult and they've since grown apart. After arriving at the hotel as they are trying to reconnect and rebuild their relationship, a body is found. It is that of a beautiful young woman who was with her much older husband. The police arrive, and Gabriel soon comes under suspicion, and this isn't the first time. From here we go back and forth to their time in the cult, the escape and the scandal that followed to the present time trying to prove Gabriel's innocence. Frida has always supported her brother, but as things keep coming to light, she starts to have her doubts. This was definitely a slower paced mystery, not a thriller. I don't always love a cult story, but actually wanted more from that part of the story. Overall, a good read, I just loved the first one more. I will continue to read this author in the future, can't wait to see what she comes up with next!

I was a little late in reviewing this title. I would start and then stop and restart. In the end, I loved the title and my love for this author continues. There were a few slow points that were not unsatisfying, but I think I went into this title expecting the same writing as others by the author. This writing is just as beautiful, yet different. I would recommend.

I was pretty let down by this one. Aside from main characters Frida and Gabriel being unlikable, the pacing was extremely slow so it took me a very long time to get through.
The ending was also extremely predictable, and by the time the book was done I was glad for it to be over. I’m not sure if I’d be inclined to read any other books from this author.

I'll admit that I thought this one started out a little slow but about 30% of the way in I was so invested that I could not put it down. Trauma bonding, murder, mystery, intrigue, and an action packed plot that kept me guessing made this one a real treat! I thought Michallon did a great job on the setting and character development.

I really enjoyed the Quiet Tenant by Clémence Michallon so I was really excited for Our Last Resort, but I was a little disappointed by this one. It was a really slow read for me. Frida and her brother, Gabriel, escaped a cult. They went through unspeakable tragedy that they cannot tell anyone about. It has created a little bit of a divide between the two of them lately. Frida and Gabriel decided to come together at a secluded resort in Utah. It feels like they are starting to get back to how they used to be when one of the guests is murdered. Frida and Gabriel both become suspects. Will all their secrets come to light?

Frida and her brother, Gabriel, have survived more than most. First, a cult. Then, Gabriel being accused of murdering his wife. Now, a millionaire’s wife is found dead at the resort they’re staying at. Told in alternating storylines, mystery after mystery is uncovered.

A great mystery for cult lovers and anyone who loves a thriller where you don’t know who you can trust. While this one sucked me in, it was a smidge predictable at times. Best read poolside at a resort, bonus points if you’re in Utah.

Thanks to NetGalley and Knopf for the ARC in exchange for a fair review.

I love love loved this author’s previous book, The Quiet Tenant. However, this one really fell flat for me. The characters and the plot left my head as soon as I finished it. Some may find it more interesting and memorable than I did, but overall can’t say it’s a recommend for me.

A man and woman who created a family and escaped from a cult get together ten years later to reconnect. A body turns up at the resort, and secrets begin to come out.

I enjoyed Michallon's first novel, and this one was well-written and had some good twists. I just didn't enjoy the dual timeline that much. Still, it was a good sophomore novel.

I loved this author's previous book, however, this one did not have the same impact. The mystery of it all just didn't click with me. I think it would be a good book club option because there are things to discuss but overall, I was disappointed.

A story of a brother and sister who escaped a cult and a murder mystery in present day . This one took a while for the story lines to connect and made me feel like I was reading two different books at times . The conclusion didn’t leave me feeling overly satisfied .

"Our Last Resort" by Clémence Michallon is a captivating and heartfelt story that beautifully blends romance and personal growth. Michallon’s writing is evocative, bringing the setting and characters to life with warmth and vivid detail. The relationships feel authentic, full of emotion and subtle tension that keeps readers engaged. The plot balances moments of joy, introspection, and drama in a way that feels both satisfying and meaningful. Overall, it’s a charming and memorable read that lingers with you long after the last page.

I did a little happy dance when I got approved for an ARC, especially since Clemence Michallon's other book was a winner. But, man, this one was tough to get through - it took forever to finish and I just couldn't seem to get into it. I'll still read more from the author, but this book just didn't click with me.

Anything by Clémence I will read! This was another great book & I flew right this! I stayed up all night the day I started just to find out what happened in the end.

I was so excited to see a second novel by this author after loving her debut. This is a bit different than the first, with some positives and negatives. I found it to have an interesting storyline and I always love a thriller based around a cult. The main characters, Frida and Gabriel, were children together in a cult in upstate New York. They were very isolated from mainstream society, having no access to the outside world at all until they were teens and could sneak out. They were punished together and developed a lifelong bond after the trauma that they suffered.

Years later, they decide to reunite after several years living apart from one another. They meet at a secluded resort in the desert with the plan to speak to people doing a documentary about their experience in the cult. Events ensue and a new mystery emerges.

Overall, the story was interesting. This did not have the same propulsive narrative that her first book had. My main issue was that I was lukewarm on both of the main characters actually. I didn't really care what happened to them. Also, there were some parts of the story requiring a complete suspension of reality. Who grows up in a cult, lives homeless for a couple of years, has never been to regular school and then :transfers into Columbia University"? Or can feed wild animals in the desert, even though she isn't from the area and has no reason to know how to do this?

These points made this book good but not the level of greatness that The Quiet Tenant achieved.

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This one really caught my attention from the start. It follows Frida and Gabriel, two people who grew up in a cult and managed to escape as young adults. They’re not related by blood, but their bond is deep and unshakable—especially after everything they’ve been through together.

Now, years later, they’re staying at a remote resort when a woman is found dead… and just like that, Gabriel becomes a suspect in another murder, just like he was years ago, when his wife died under suspicious circumstances.

The story moves between timelines, and I really enjoyed how the past and present slowly came together. You learn more and more about what happened in the cult, how they got out, and how it all still haunts them. It’s not the kind of thriller that’s non-stop action, but it does dig deep into the characters—especially Frida—and that made it really compelling.

The atmosphere was also a standout for me. The writing made the settings feel so real, whether we were in the stark desert landscape of Utah or the colder, quieter vibes of upstate New York. I could picture it all clearly, and it added to the tension.

I had a little theory early on about where things might be going, and I ended up being right, but it still hit hard. Sometimes it’s not about the twist shocking you, but about the story making you feel something when it lands.

Overall, it’s a slower-paced, thoughtful thriller with a dark past, a murder mystery, and a sibling-style bond that holds the whole thing together. If you like character-driven mysteries that still keep you guessing, this one’s worth picking up.

Thank you so much to @aaknopf for the complimentary copy of this!

This book was not what I was expecting. I think I expected it to be more mystery but I found it read like domestic fiction a bit, which is not a bad thing! I appreciated the back story and was surprised by the unreliable narrator angle. Overall I like the ending but you do have to pay attention or you will get lost.

This book just wasn’t for me. I gave it a couple of tries after seeing all the glowing reviews and the hype, but I never really connected with the characters or the story. That said, I know a lot of other readers have loved it, so maybe it’ll click better for someone else!

I enjoyed the twists in this book. The story centers on Frida and Gabriel, who grew up on a commune and escaped when they were both 18. Their lives have been full of secrets and dark truths.

When they are vacationing in Utah and another guest turns up murdered, the spotlight shines on their lives and pasts.

Frida is the main POV throughout and goes back and forth between past and present. She starts out seemingly naive and innocent, but her reliability as the narrator becomes suspicious as the story progresses.

Definitely had my attention and was surprising with some of the revelations. This author is definitely one to watch.

To be completely honest, it took me awhile to feel invested in this one.

Our Last Resort has such a unique premise. Two siblings end up at a fancy resort and in the middle of a murder investigation. Oh and by the way, they are former cult members.

I'm a fan of dual timelines but I found myself not really caring as much about the present. I think that fans of cult stories will enjoy this book nonetheless.

Thank you to Knopf for selecting me for this ARC.

This resort fell short for me. Siblings Frida and Gabriel are on vacation at the Ara Hotel, which is supposed to be stunning, however we really don't hear a lot about the resort. What should have been very atmospheric and lush felt only like the desert pressing in on me, much like the well described anxiety attack Frida has beside the pool. We learn right away that Frida and Gabriel are there for a fresh start and to talk, but it took a long time to find out just what they were to be talking about. It's not about the woman who is found dead at the start of the book, although she eventually does play into their troubles. The book alternates between past and present timelines, where we learn that Frida and Gabriel met as children in a cult. This upbringing was quite interesting, and appalling, and I feel like the book would have been better when told from only this cult perspective. Bringing in the drama of the present day vacation mystery just didn't feel cohesive to me. I really loved Clémence Michallon's book, The Quiet Tenant, so I will definitely read more of her work in the future. Unfortunately, I did not relate to either the characters or the story line of Our Last Resort.

Thank you NetGalley and Knopf, Pantheon, Vintage, and Anchor for the DRC in exchange for my honest review.