The Last Siren

I found this book very easy to get in to, and I loved following its path. The story opens in a beach bar/club in Florida where a band, The Gospel, is playing a gig on the nightclub circuit. The Gospel’s lead is Eric, the keyboardist and frustrated songwriter is Matthew St. James. There are more band members, and a colorful crew of roadies, who flirt with the patrons, and staff alike. Matt, long- haired and handsome sees a young woman, Nadine, with a delicate and ethereal beauty and they strike up an unlikely friendship outside the club.
For the two weeks of a gig, the reader witnesses infighting among band members, one night stands, frequent alcohol and drug use, yet also a sweet love story. In the midst of daily jam sessions, and life in general, the band has highs and lows, struggling for fame and a record contract. The Florida club scene and the characters are totally believable and real - some likable, some angry, some flirty.
Without giving spoilers, let’s say there is religion, holistic medicine, faith, family and ambition as themes.
Two quotes stood out to me as constants in everyone’s lives: “Change comes with a price, and life always changes.” And “Time can’t be bought, borrowed, or banked.” Always good lessons to remember.
I loved the book beginning to end, and recommend it for those who don’t mind reading about sex, drugs, and rock’n’roll..
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley and my review is unbiased and my own opinion.