Book Rec

Last Line by Harper Fox

My rating: 4 of 5 stars



John Griffin has fallen hopelessly in love. He's trying to hide it, because the man he loves is also his partner in a renegade counterterrorism agency, and John loves the job too. Michael, the most loyal of friends and partners, doesn't return John's passion. Nor that of anyone else, as far as John can see. Sexy and handsome as hell, Mike is a chained-up man, haunted by memories of a mission gone wrong during his time in Russia for MI5. Their one sexual encounter only drives them apart: Mike's guilt has left him needing a violence John isn't prepared to deliver.

Enter Anzhel Mattvei, a charismatic secret-service agent who held Mike captive in Russia and has now apparently changed sides. The psychological programming he instilled soon has Mike in sexual thraldom, fighting for possession of his will and his soul. Only John's love can call him back from the brink. The Russian war criminal Anzhel serves has hidden a nuclear device in London, and Anzhel has set Mike up to detonate it. John must find a way to help Mike overcome his programming, or millions of lives will be the price.(less)

4.5 Stars. Last Line is a dark and mysterious read that kept me glued to my Kindle for hours. The paranormal element was unexpected and added yet another layer to this wonderfully complex novel. Be prepared for some pretty graphic scenes that you may end up reading through fingers. The ending felt more like a pause, which is why I left off half a star. There are too many unanswered questions. Rumor has it that this is the first in a series. I sincerely hope so. I'm completely invested in these characters and would love some answers. Despite these minor niggles, I really enjoyed the novel. Recommended.