Reviews

The Last September by Nina de Gramont

amandae129's review against another edition

5.0

I checked out a bunch of books set in or about Cape Cod to prep for my upcoming vacation. So far I have been pleasantly surprised by the quality of what I found.

The simple way to classify this is as a psychological thriller, but it is so much more. It's a story of friendship, love, mental illness, and how small choices can have a big effect on your life. I was up way past my bedtime because I couldn't put it down. This would be a great beach read.

4.5 stars because the main character made some questionable choices that didn't always seem realistic.

shspencer's review against another edition

dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

carlylottsofbookz's review against another edition

4.0

I totally thought that I knew what was happening In this book. I was totally digging it. Then the last 10 pages blew my socks off.

Very well written!!

nixieknox's review against another edition

3.0

Here's what I was confused about - was I supposed to like Brett? Because I really, really did not. Every step of the way she was self-absorbed, thoughtless with other people's feelings, and just generally annoying.

ldv's review against another edition

4.0

A good novel, well written without being too gimmicky or categorical. Brett is married with a young daughter working on her dissertation on Emily Dickinson, but leaves the house because her brother-in-law is coming and he suffers from mental illness. Brett is concerned for the daughter. Most of the book then is flashback to explain how she met the two brothers and became involved in their lives and to explore their relationships. All the secrets slowly come out, but it's really just about book about life, love, family, choice, loyalty, and the interplay of all those entities. It was very enjoyable reading.

take2teach's review against another edition

5.0

A friend and writing instructor. Really wonderful book.

jackielk2020's review against another edition

emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

mefrost's review against another edition

dark mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

katykat3's review against another edition

dark emotional slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.0

amckinley92's review against another edition

4.0

This was a good and engaging book. A quick read as well. The story line though I wasn’t too impressed with. The ending had me feeling like I was wanting a bit more. But I would definitely recommend for some light quick reading.