Why did I love this book?
The Last Exchange has everything — memorable characters, a driving plotline, stunning twists, and—an extra delight for me as an author — writing that sometimes feels poetic without being pretentious.
This is the kind of storyline that makes you care. Real-world situations (like opioid addiction) are handled thoughtfully and portrayed realistically. Readers will find themselves invested in the compelling characters, rooting for their happy endings.
I've already recommended this book to a wide range of reader friends because I was so impressed with it. This was definitely a standout read of 2023 for me.
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"Here's the catch-even if I make it out of here alive, I need a reason to breathe again."
When MacThomas Pockets finished his last tour as part of the Scottish Special Forces, he was hired to consult for a film director to finesse some scenes that weren't working. In a twist he never saw coming, he ended up moving to L.A. to work as the bodyguard for movie star Maybe Joe Sue.
It didn't take long for Pockets to realize there were two Joe Sues: The Joe Sue the public saw with her perfect life and her Hollywood husband. And…