Jul 09 2019
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Blog Tour & Giveaway: The Last Word by Samantha Hastings

Posted by Jennifer in 4 Stars, Blog Tour, Giveaways, Historical Romance, Review, Young Adult / 2 Comments



The Last Word
Samantha Hastings
Published by: Swoon Reads
Publication date: July 9th 2019
Genres: Historical, Romance, Young Adult

Set against the smoky, gaslit allure of Victorian London, this sweetly romantic historical debut is full of humor and stars a whip-smart female heroine ahead of her time.

Where one story ends, another begins.

1861. Miss Lucinda Leavitt is shocked when she learns the author of her favorite serialized novel has died before completing the story. Determined to learn how it ends, Lucinda reluctantly enlists the help of her father’s young business partner, Mr. David Randall, to track down the reclusive author’s former whereabouts.

David is a successful young businessman, but is overwhelmed by his workload. He wants to prove himself to his late father, as well as to himself. He doesn’t have the time, nor the interest, for this endeavor, but Lucinda is not the type to take no for an answer.

Their search for the elusive Mrs. Smith and the rightful ending to her novel leads Lucinda and David around the country, but the truths they discover about themselves—and each other—are anything but fictional.

Chosen by readers like you for Macmillan’s young adult imprint Swoon Reads, The Last Word by debut author Samantha Hastings is a fun yet intellectual romp through Victorian London—the perfect book for book-lovers.

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Author Bio:

Samantha Hastings has degrees from Brigham Young University, the University of Reading (Berkshire, England), and the University of North Texas. She met her husband in a turkey sandwich line. They live in Salt Lake City, Utah, where she spends most of her time reading, eating popcorn, and chasing her kids. The Last Word is her debut novel.

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Review of The Last Word

Review (4 Stars):  I adored The Last Word!  Lucinda was such a vibrant and fun character that had me laughing at some of the charming things that she did.  I loved her witty dialogue and the way she was able to interject herself in situations that women weren’t allowed to be in at that time.  The Last Word is absolutely delightful and I can’t wait to read more by Ms. Hastings.

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2 Responses to “Blog Tour & Giveaway: The Last Word by Samantha Hastings”

  1. Anne

    What an intriguing and unique story which interests me greatly set during an era which is fascinating. What a creative author. Thanks for this lovely feature and giveaway.