The Last Resort

Marissa Stapley
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Marissa Stapley
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Overall rating: 4.5 / 5 from 6 reviews.

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Review topics: ["resort","story","miles","prose","lies","thriller"].

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Over The Top Reading Fun!

"If you are looking for a soap opera-esq drama read of a book, then THIS IS IT for you! 100% juicy, dramatic, over the top fun that will make an afternoon of reading FLY BY. I was completely sucked into the premise of this book, and while the characters were certainly wild, and the story was a little bananas, I have to say I just devoured it from start to finish as I simply NEEDED to know what would happen in the end! I very easy, quick and light read for anyone looking for a good time."

Candice (4/5)

A totally engrossing, compulsive page turner by the talented Canadian author.

"The Harmony Resort, a breathtakingly beautiful and luxurious resort on the Mayan Riviera, serves as the backdrop for a couple's retreat run by Doctors Miles and Grace Markell. As renowned marriage councillors, they have the perfect marriage and through intensive therapy sessions try to impart their relationship advice to struggling couples. But not everything is as it seems, and as a hurricane barrels towards the resort, secrets and dangerous, untold truths threaten to destroy them. Don't let the serene, bright, sunny cover fool you! This story is tumultuous and dark, just like the storm clouds brewing in the distance. The writing gave me a creepy, unsettling vibe and the constant feeling of an ax about to drop. A totally engrossing, compulsive page turner by the talented Canadian author. Thank you to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster (Simon & Schuster Canada) for providing a digital copy in return for an honest, unbiased review."

Sandra (4/5)

More than a murder story

"The novel starts with a man filled with anger, and a suspicion that he is dying. The story continues with the events that lead up to the climax: Stapley slowly releases the knowledge we need to know in order to come to an understanding of the story and the characters who play an important role in the events. The murder that has occurred has a reason; and it is a reason that will surprise you. The Last Resort is not the typical murder story. Instead it is a story that highlights some issues for the reader to think about: the grieving process and the loss of a child; the need to embrace ourselves for what we are; the relationship between spouses; abuse in a marriage. These issues are intertwined in a story that is fast-paced and keeps one reading. Stapley keep me feeling a range of emotions while reading her writing; and she kept me engrossed in a story that was more than what I had expected. The Last Resort is an expertly crafted story that readers of murder mysteries will enjoy. The subtle twists will keep you guessing and the ending will give you a sense of satisfaction."

Colline (5/5)

Sinuous, compelling, and timely!

"The Last Resort is an ominous, character-driven novel that takes us to the idyllic Harmony Resort where the illustrious marriage counsellors Miles and Grace Markell are once again ready to help another group of struggling couples find their way back to each other. But like most things involving money, power, and privilege everything is not always as it seems, and hidden away behind those polished, flawless exteriors lies an abundance of lies, secrets, adultery, greed, abuse, subjugation, and manipulation. The prose is tight and intense. The characters are troubled, deceptive, and vulnerable. And the plot, including all the subplots, keep you engrossed from start to finish with a multitude of twists, turns, obsession, deception, jealousy, familial drama, revelations, violence, and murder. Overall, The Last Resort is an atmospheric, intricately woven, engrossing mystery by Stapley that is highly entertaining and devilishly satisfying."

ZoeCalgary (4/5)

Loved it

"I loved this book! It was a gripping thriller that reminded me of Big Little Lies. I’ve only watched the TV adaptation of Big Little Lies, but this story had a lot of the same elements of mystery. The story opens with the report of a character’s death, and possible murder. The mystery throughout the story was finding out who killed him. It was so difficult to figure out because most characters had a motive. Secrets played an important part in this story. All the characters had secrets, which were slowly revealed. At the beginning, they seemed like ordinary people, but their secrets revealed dark pasts. I was pretty shocked, but looking back on hints given through the book, it all makes sense. The setting played an important part in the story. It was descriptive, with details of the beach and villa, so I could picture the resort vividly. This will be a great beach read for the summer! I highly recommend this shocking thriller! Thank you Simon and Schuster Canada for providing a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review."

Jill (5/5)

WOW

"Finishing this book was like finishing you favorite meal. You sit back, take a deep breath, and feel 100% satisfies with the whole experience. I loved every-single-minute-of-this-book!"

AliasNayNay (5/5)

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  • Published date: Jun 18, 2019
  • Language: English
  • No. of Pages: 320
  • Publisher: Simon & Schuster
  • ISBN: 9781501188046
  • Dimensions: 6.0" W x 0.9" L x 9.0" H
Shortlisted for the Arthur Ellis Award
Marissa Stapley is the New York Times bestselling author of the Reese’s Book Club pick Lucky, soon to be an Apple limited series starring Anya Taylor-Joy, The Lightning Bottles, The Last Resort, Things to Do When It’s Raining, and Mating for Life. Her journalism has appeared in newspapers and magazines across North America. She lives in Toronto with her family. Follow her on X and Instagram @MarissaStapley or like her page on Facebook (Facebook.com/MarissaStapleyAuthor) for updates and contests!

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