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Repairman Jack #16
The Last Christmas A Repairman Jack Novel
Jack is back.
Wilson never said he was through with Repairman Jack. He said he was through turning in a new novel every year. He also said when a story came along that was right for Jack, he’d write it.
The Last Christmas is that story.
It’s late December between Ground Zero and Fatal Error, a winter of discontent for Jack who’s perhaps spending too much time hanging at Julio’s. An old contact, Edward Burkes, convinces him to take on a missing-person fix.
As usual, nothing is as it seems and the missing person isn’t exactly a person. In fact, it’s like nothing anyone has ever seen.
And in the middle of all this, the mysterious Madame de Medici hires him to safeguard a valuable object. Simple, right?
Not even close.
Yep, Jack is back and, as usual, weird trouble is on his heels.
Wilson never said he was through with Repairman Jack. He said he was through turning in a new novel every year. He also said when a story came along that was right for Jack, he’d write it.
The Last Christmas is that story.
It’s late December between Ground Zero and Fatal Error, a winter of discontent for Jack who’s perhaps spending too much time hanging at Julio’s. An old contact, Edward Burkes, convinces him to take on a missing-person fix.
As usual, nothing is as it seems and the missing person isn’t exactly a person. In fact, it’s like nothing anyone has ever seen.
And in the middle of all this, the mysterious Madame de Medici hires him to safeguard a valuable object. Simple, right?
Not even close.
Yep, Jack is back and, as usual, weird trouble is on his heels.
370 pages, Hardcover
First published September 20, 2019
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About the author
F. Paul Wilson
421 books1,995 followersFrancis Paul Wilson is an author, born in Jersey City, New Jersey. He writes novels and short stories primarily in the science fiction and horror genres. His debut novel was Healer (1976). Wilson is also a part-time practicing family physician. He made his first sales in 1970 to Analog and continued to write science fiction throughout the seventies. In 1981 he ventured into the horror genre with the international bestseller, The Keep, and helped define the field throughout the rest of the decade. In the 1990s he became a true genre hopper, moving from science fiction to horror to medical thrillers and branching into interactive scripting for Disney Interactive and other multimedia companies. He, along with Matthew J. Costello, created and scripted FTL Newsfeed which ran daily on the Sci-Fi Channel from 1992-1996.
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February 10, 2020
Repairman Jack is back!! F. Paul Wilson has inserted written a story, which takes place after Ground Zero (Book 13) and Fatal Error (Book 14.) Set in the week before Christmas, Jack is feeling sorry for himself , following the deaths of his father and brother the previous year. When an old acquaintance suggests a job tracing a missing person, he is reluctant, but concludes it may help him out of his funk. However, the clients are not being honest about who/what he is hunting. Meanwhile, a mysterious woman asks him to safeguard a priceless object from a rival collector, whose thugs will stop at nothing to get it from her. It was great to see Jack's moral compass still points north, and that he will always do the right thing.
June 27, 2019
It's December, and Jack isn't thinking about his next job. It's been a year since his dad was gunned down, and his brother was taken by an Infernal object.
Until an old associate with a missing person case he can't handle offers it to Jack to get him out of his slump.
Jack should really know better. The missing isn't a person, it's something that shouldn't exist....and the people who want it found aren't telling the truth.....about anything.
You really shouldn't lie to Repairman Jack.
And to make matters worse, a mysterious woman with secrets of her own wants Jack to keep a unique item hidden from a man seeking to take it from her.....and she knows way too much about Jack...including where he lives.
And the item is another Infernal.
Set between GROUND ZERO and FATAL ERROR, The Last Christmas is a fine edition to the Repairman Jack story......weaving Plum Island, the Montauk Monster and other players who are anything but human into this epic series, as F. Paul Wilson and Jack do what they do better than anyone else.
This was an eARC from NetGalley and Crossroad Press/Gordian Knot
Expected publication date: November 15th 2019
Until an old associate with a missing person case he can't handle offers it to Jack to get him out of his slump.
Jack should really know better. The missing isn't a person, it's something that shouldn't exist....and the people who want it found aren't telling the truth.....about anything.
You really shouldn't lie to Repairman Jack.
And to make matters worse, a mysterious woman with secrets of her own wants Jack to keep a unique item hidden from a man seeking to take it from her.....and she knows way too much about Jack...including where he lives.
And the item is another Infernal.
Set between GROUND ZERO and FATAL ERROR, The Last Christmas is a fine edition to the Repairman Jack story......weaving Plum Island, the Montauk Monster and other players who are anything but human into this epic series, as F. Paul Wilson and Jack do what they do better than anyone else.
This was an eARC from NetGalley and Crossroad Press/Gordian Knot
Expected publication date: November 15th 2019
July 2, 2019
If you haven’t read any of the Repairman Jack series – or if you’ve been away from it for a while – I would suggest that you go back and read the other books prior to this one. While you can enjoy Jack without the other books, there’s a ton of world building that’s simply critical to understanding all the players and some of the plot intricacies here.
Now, for the seasoned Repairman Jack readers, hold on to your hats. This is a wild and thrilling ride!
Jack is at his best here and Wilson brings back some beloved (and fascinating characters). He also brings us a new character to love. This is a thriller through and through, with so many tense moments and things to keep you guessing!
I’m so happy Wilson brought us another Jack book and I truly hope there’s more to come!
*ARC Provided via Net Galley
Now, for the seasoned Repairman Jack readers, hold on to your hats. This is a wild and thrilling ride!
Jack is at his best here and Wilson brings back some beloved (and fascinating characters). He also brings us a new character to love. This is a thriller through and through, with so many tense moments and things to keep you guessing!
I’m so happy Wilson brought us another Jack book and I truly hope there’s more to come!
*ARC Provided via Net Galley
June 9, 2019
I've always enjoyed F. Paul Wilson's Repairman Jack stories and I adore anything that's Cosmic Horror. So I leaped to read this novel but at the same time, I read trepidatiously: because "the last" always implies Finality...and if not "the last" for Jack, then for whom? Or "the last" what?
Thankfully, despite a number of scares, close calls, tragic events, and humans behaving despicably, the novel provided me with tremendous satisfaction, the perception of "a job well done," of loose ends successfully interwoven, of numerous examples of the achievement of poetic justice.
If new to Mr. Wilson's work, you can still read and enjoy "The Last Christmas," but I think you will find yourself inspired to delve deeper into his oeuvre.
Thankfully, despite a number of scares, close calls, tragic events, and humans behaving despicably, the novel provided me with tremendous satisfaction, the perception of "a job well done," of loose ends successfully interwoven, of numerous examples of the achievement of poetic justice.
If new to Mr. Wilson's work, you can still read and enjoy "The Last Christmas," but I think you will find yourself inspired to delve deeper into his oeuvre.
November 19, 2019
The Last Christmas is a new book in the intriguing New York-based Repairman Jack urban fantasy series, which ended a few years ago, but the author has inserted a new chapter in Jack’s adventures which sits between Ground Zero (Book 13) and Fatal Error (formerly Book 14.) I have read all 15 main books in the series, but not the related Adversary Cycle books or the culmination of it all, Nightworld. For those who already know Jack, this will be a welcome addition that harks back to the earlier stories, whereas newcomers may find it all a bit confusing.
Repairman Jack is a free-spirited urban mercenary who specialises in solving tricky problems for people who can’t go to the police or other authorities. He has spent his whole adult life under the radar but has still managed to build a life with a girlfriend, Gia, and good friends who help him out with his “fixes”. He has a strong moral code and will always stand against injustice, but is not afraid to use violence when necessary. Many of his adventures have had him facing various supernatural threats, and as the series evolved, his role in the Great Cosmic Battle between the Ally and the Otherness, being played out on earth has become clearer, as his destiny of becoming The Heir is revealed.
TLC is set in the week before Christmas and has Jack moping about the deaths of his father and brother the previous year, and over his powerlessness in the battle against the evil Rasalom. When an old acquaintance suggests a job tracing a missing person, he is initially reluctant, but realises it may help him out of his low mood. Unfortunately the clients are not being honest about who - or rather what he is hunting. Meanwhile a mysterious woman asks him to safeguard a priceless object from a rival collector who will stop at nothing to steal it from her for his own ends, and a massive snowstorm is about to paralyse the city...
I had mixed feelings about this series, which I continued on with despite half only earning 3 stars, because I’d bought them all on special and wanted to know what it was all about - this was before I had quite so many other books on my TBR. This was one of the better ones as it focused on Jack doing what he does best, and didn’t feature the tedious villain Rasalom or annoying teenager whatshername and her baby. It introduces some cool new (as far as I can remember anyway) characters, like Tier Hill, Mohawk tracker/PI, and the enigmatic Madame de Medici.
The writing is sound and the story well-paced with enough action and some pathos, especially Jack’s unfortunate target. There are plenty of odious baddies and I enjoyed the various Point of View changes through the book.
I don’t think this works as an introduction to the series though, and would strongly recommend reading them in order if you like this kind of gritty fantasy.
My thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc which allowed me to give an honest review, and apologies to the author for the delay in providing it.
The Last Christmas is available now.
Repairman Jack is a free-spirited urban mercenary who specialises in solving tricky problems for people who can’t go to the police or other authorities. He has spent his whole adult life under the radar but has still managed to build a life with a girlfriend, Gia, and good friends who help him out with his “fixes”. He has a strong moral code and will always stand against injustice, but is not afraid to use violence when necessary. Many of his adventures have had him facing various supernatural threats, and as the series evolved, his role in the Great Cosmic Battle between the Ally and the Otherness, being played out on earth has become clearer, as his destiny of becoming The Heir is revealed.
TLC is set in the week before Christmas and has Jack moping about the deaths of his father and brother the previous year, and over his powerlessness in the battle against the evil Rasalom. When an old acquaintance suggests a job tracing a missing person, he is initially reluctant, but realises it may help him out of his low mood. Unfortunately the clients are not being honest about who - or rather what he is hunting. Meanwhile a mysterious woman asks him to safeguard a priceless object from a rival collector who will stop at nothing to steal it from her for his own ends, and a massive snowstorm is about to paralyse the city...
I had mixed feelings about this series, which I continued on with despite half only earning 3 stars, because I’d bought them all on special and wanted to know what it was all about - this was before I had quite so many other books on my TBR. This was one of the better ones as it focused on Jack doing what he does best, and didn’t feature the tedious villain Rasalom or annoying teenager whatshername and her baby. It introduces some cool new (as far as I can remember anyway) characters, like Tier Hill, Mohawk tracker/PI, and the enigmatic Madame de Medici.
The writing is sound and the story well-paced with enough action and some pathos, especially Jack’s unfortunate target. There are plenty of odious baddies and I enjoyed the various Point of View changes through the book.
I don’t think this works as an introduction to the series though, and would strongly recommend reading them in order if you like this kind of gritty fantasy.
My thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc which allowed me to give an honest review, and apologies to the author for the delay in providing it.
The Last Christmas is available now.
June 2, 2020
The repairman Jack series may be my all time favorite series. I thought it was over. Now, this book comes out, and reminds me why this series is my favorite and how good the series is. his novel does not disappoint at all. As strong a book in the series as any other. This also gives me hope that there are still more Repairmen Jack novels to come. Hopefully, there is.
February 18, 2020
Oh hurray, Jack is back!
Like all the other Repairman Jack fans, we were totally enthralled. Like meeting up with a long-lost friend and their sidekicks, Julio, Abe, Glaeken, the Lady. Fun to meet the new players in the fight between Ally and the Otherness. Thanks for sharing this new adventure. So clever to slip a new novel into the series. Hoping for more!
If you’ve never read a Repairman Jack novel, you’re really missing out on an awesome adventure.
Like all the other Repairman Jack fans, we were totally enthralled. Like meeting up with a long-lost friend and their sidekicks, Julio, Abe, Glaeken, the Lady. Fun to meet the new players in the fight between Ally and the Otherness. Thanks for sharing this new adventure. So clever to slip a new novel into the series. Hoping for more!
If you’ve never read a Repairman Jack novel, you’re really missing out on an awesome adventure.
February 24, 2020
F Paul Wilson wrote his first Repairman Jack book in 1984, and in spite of it being obviously a part of a series (to everyone but the author) he resisted the temptation to produce a second until 14 years later. Since then he's filled the gaps in Jack's story to bursting point, with a Young Jack Trilogy, a fairly young Jack in the city trilogy and the main sequence literally taking us to the Lovecraftian end of the World. Now he's filling in the main sequence even more with this entry that tells the story of Jack's last Christmas before the apocalypse.
Now, you might think this all looks horribly commercial and exploitative, but the reality is that the books still hold together, provide excellent entertainment and work remarkably well within their own mythology.
The whole series is a terrific genre mash up of noir, urban thriller, science fiction and the aforementioned Lovecraftian horror all tied into Wilson's secret history of the World. This entry is no different, providing a nice bit of body horror, Wilson's horrible (in the sense of loving to hate them) yet three dimensional characters and a nicely convoluted plot. The big reveal isn't that much of a reveal but I have enough respect for the author's writing that he wanted the reader to 'get there first' and be frustrated with the protagonist.
If you like Jack you'll love this. If you haven't met him before you could start here, but I'd really seek out 'The Tomb' and go from there if you can.
Now, you might think this all looks horribly commercial and exploitative, but the reality is that the books still hold together, provide excellent entertainment and work remarkably well within their own mythology.
The whole series is a terrific genre mash up of noir, urban thriller, science fiction and the aforementioned Lovecraftian horror all tied into Wilson's secret history of the World. This entry is no different, providing a nice bit of body horror, Wilson's horrible (in the sense of loving to hate them) yet three dimensional characters and a nicely convoluted plot. The big reveal isn't that much of a reveal but I have enough respect for the author's writing that he wanted the reader to 'get there first' and be frustrated with the protagonist.
If you like Jack you'll love this. If you haven't met him before you could start here, but I'd really seek out 'The Tomb' and go from there if you can.
March 22, 2020
Felt good to be back in Jack’s world!!
May 24, 2020
So love this series and this was not a disappointment.
July 11, 2020
It's been awhile since I read the last book in this series, but I was able to keep up. I really liked this book, Jack is excellent as usual.
August 13, 2024
Repairman jack - F. Paul Wilson's everyman fixer. Leaves no trace....doesn't appear on any governmental list....a ghost.
Who do you call when you have an unsolvable problem? Repairman Jack of course.
The 16th book on Jack.
Grab the first one and start reading.
Jeff mc
Who do you call when you have an unsolvable problem? Repairman Jack of course.
The 16th book on Jack.
Grab the first one and start reading.
Jeff mc
November 28, 2019
I had not read any Repairman Jack books prior to this one. I found this to be a pleasing combination of action, adventure, mystery, with a touch of the supernatural. Aside from the occasional discordant political comments, this is a good read, involving and exciting.
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December 23, 2019While Wilson's characteristic skill and craft are on display I don't think that this was a story that he particularly had to tell. This story completely defanged the Madame Medici character and Jack himself and ultimately it was only a fortunate concatenation of circumstances that enable Jack to survive. It was way full of plot clichés and the creature Jack is hunting comes nowhere near as formidable as a rakosh and the other antagonists simply are just there with neither particularly formidable. It seems that Wilson is running out of ideas as he is using the miraculous healing trope waaay too much. Frankly I found this a little boring and a quick read which adds nothing substantial to the RJ mythos. it was not as bad as his X-Men ripoff but wasn't particularly good. A very average and disappointing read.
November 22, 2019
The Last Christmas is the first Repairman Jack novel published in seven years. By all accounts, Jack’s fans are going to eat this book up with a spoon.
Jack is a fixer. He helps people with difficult problems to find a solution. In this case, he is hired to look for a missing person and safeguard an object. Jack uses his wits more than any weapon to solve these cases. There are a lot of paranormal aspects thrown into this novel. There is extensive alternate history type world-building too.
The series, especially if you include the author’s related Adversary Cycle books, is long. This book is book 13.5 in the sixteen books in the Jack series. I have never read any book from either series until now. To be honest, I felt that I didn’t get all the nuances in the plot and between the characters that a long-time reader would have immediately understood. Still, even from a new reader’s perspective, The Last Christmas is a great genre mash-up of a hard-boiled PI within a paranormal fantasy setting. Therefore, 4 stars!
This book was intriguing enough that I’m going to look for the best book to begin the saga. But that question is harder than it sounds. Should I begin with the book published first in the Repairman Jack series, The Tomb? Or Jack’s chronologically first book, Secret Histories? Or perhaps the first book in The Adversary Cycle, The Keep, which is then followed by The Tomb (at least in most lists) because The Tomb intercepts both series? You can see why I’m confused so please let me know what you think in the comments. Thank you.
Thanks also to Gordian Knot, Crossroad Press, the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America
and NetGalley for a copy in exchange for my honest review.
Jack is a fixer. He helps people with difficult problems to find a solution. In this case, he is hired to look for a missing person and safeguard an object. Jack uses his wits more than any weapon to solve these cases. There are a lot of paranormal aspects thrown into this novel. There is extensive alternate history type world-building too.
The series, especially if you include the author’s related Adversary Cycle books, is long. This book is book 13.5 in the sixteen books in the Jack series. I have never read any book from either series until now. To be honest, I felt that I didn’t get all the nuances in the plot and between the characters that a long-time reader would have immediately understood. Still, even from a new reader’s perspective, The Last Christmas is a great genre mash-up of a hard-boiled PI within a paranormal fantasy setting. Therefore, 4 stars!
This book was intriguing enough that I’m going to look for the best book to begin the saga. But that question is harder than it sounds. Should I begin with the book published first in the Repairman Jack series, The Tomb? Or Jack’s chronologically first book, Secret Histories? Or perhaps the first book in The Adversary Cycle, The Keep, which is then followed by The Tomb (at least in most lists) because The Tomb intercepts both series? You can see why I’m confused so please let me know what you think in the comments. Thank you.
Thanks also to Gordian Knot, Crossroad Press, the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America
and NetGalley for a copy in exchange for my honest review.
September 23, 2019
Review by
Lou J, Reviewer
Last updated on 20 Sep 2019
My Recommendation
What a gem! This is my first dip into the Repairman Jack series …. and still I was able to enjoy this as a standalone … but, I certainly intend on quenching my thirst by delving into Jack's previous fixes. In late December, but before Christmas,, Jack is contacted by an old associate, Edward Burkes... and is cajoled into taking on a missing-person fix …. but not actually involving a person but an ancient object. At the same time, the beautiful, mysterious and seemingly ageless Madame de Medici hires Jack to hide and safeguard a "valuable object"
And, certainly Jack thinks he can do both at the same time. Suddenly he's being hounded by hired thugs sent to retrieve this mysterious object.
Wilson treats us to an exciting twisty plot infused with well fleshed out fascinating characters and boundless action and adventure. Jack continues to "fix" what's wrong with the real and supernatural world.. The tension is mercilessly ratcheted up to an overflowing level of excitement.,
Thanks to NetGalley and Crossroad Press for providing an Uncorrected Proof of this gem in exchange for an honest review..
October 22, 2019
I was super excited to discover a new Repairman Jack novel, and I was ecstatic to discover it's just as fantastic as the rest of the series. The characters I grew to love over the course of more than a dozen novels are here and Jack's fixes are as satisfying as ever.
There are two things that keep me from rating The Last Christmas five stars: first, and I'll admit this is a little nit-picky, it seems to take place around 2019 while the rest of the series seems to be set about a decade earlier. Time has always been a little wonky in the series, but it really stands out here.
My second reservation is that it can't quite decide if it's a stand-alone entry or not. While it doesn't focus so much on the Adversary and the ongoing cosmic battle that are central to the later books, which should make it work as a stand-alone, The Last Christmas contains many references to and major spoilers for the earlier books.
On the whole, I greatly enjoyed this one and do recommend it to fans of Repairman Jack, even though I wouldn't suggest it as a good place to start the series.
Received via NetGalley.
There are two things that keep me from rating The Last Christmas five stars: first, and I'll admit this is a little nit-picky, it seems to take place around 2019 while the rest of the series seems to be set about a decade earlier. Time has always been a little wonky in the series, but it really stands out here.
My second reservation is that it can't quite decide if it's a stand-alone entry or not. While it doesn't focus so much on the Adversary and the ongoing cosmic battle that are central to the later books, which should make it work as a stand-alone, The Last Christmas contains many references to and major spoilers for the earlier books.
On the whole, I greatly enjoyed this one and do recommend it to fans of Repairman Jack, even though I wouldn't suggest it as a good place to start the series.
Received via NetGalley.
December 26, 2019
Jack is back and he's kicking ass like he'd never left. I was really nervous about picking up a new book after all this time, but I was not surprised. As usual, F. Paul Wilson delivers a well-written, fast-paced, and highly-engaging book. Lots of the standard Jack escapades. The only difficulty that I had with the entire story was trying to remember all of the characters and the general timeframe that the story took place. It would have been useful to go back to some of the other Repairman Jack books and skimmed through them just to figure those things out.
This was a great book and I hope that FPW decides that Jack deserves more stories.
This was a great book and I hope that FPW decides that Jack deserves more stories.
December 24, 2019
What an unexpected holiday treat! F. Paul Wilson returns to his signature Repairman Jack series, and we find there is still life in the old dog (the series, I mean, ha). I was late to Repairman Jack, coming in less than a year after the final book before this one dropped. It was a crash course for me, read largely back to back, and it was both a rewarding experience as well as frustrating at times. Let's just say that even in the books I liked there could be some real hit or miss moments. I didn't mind Wilson's over reliance on coincidence because he somewhat defused the issue by making it part of the over all theme. What always bothered me were the other instances of laziness that tend to be a staple of book series' in general. That's to say heretofore smart characters playing into the needs of the plot structure and making mistakes that get spun as "thrilling."
Wilson is one of the more regularly guilty of this approach, rather shamelessly so. Most often this comes about by using Jack's girlfriend and her daughter as pawns. They're used ham handedly as a means of softening the occasionally cold and brutal (for a hero, ya know?) thug Repairman of the streets. I can't complain about that too much this time because there is a slightly different approach to the formula (eh, kinda, haha, no spoilers...). If you've enjoyed previous Repairman Jack books, this one is more of the same and solid besides. These books are the best of the things I like most from crime and horror and sci fi tales all turned into one thriller.
I recommend fans NOT to read this entry in the body of the original line-up. Those books largely flow well from one to the other. Not just that, if you're like me, I tore through the books desperately wanting to slide into the end game and know what happens. I often tempted myself to skip entries if reviewers on Amazon or Audible hinted that such and such held little info on the over reaching arc of the series. Seriously, the sequels got to the point where you could set your watch by the structure of the stories.
I like this one as an after meal dessert. If you're new to the series, while this isn't an ideal place to start, you very well could. It stands on its own. The central plot holds up without the Nighworld doom and gloom. Incidentally, my favorite Repairman Jack books are the three taking place as a young man when first arriving in NYC. Those held nary a whisper of the supernatural and, surprisingly, operated exceedingly well as crime stories. Why Wilson doesn't give us more of that, who the hell knows?
Frankly I'm just glad to have something other than F. Paul's Panacea series. That's really just a Repairman series flipped on its other ear. What if Vicky were the main protagonist and her Jack like beau, crossed with a dash of roguish Harrison Ford seen from younger days. The first two Panacea books are alright. Like every other writer at this moment, F. Paul decided he could hide the veggies in the potatoes and remind us unwashed that, guess what! Trump isn't popular! What a shock. Oh, well. Hey, it's not like I resent entertaining somebody else's view point. I'm not threatened or triggered, haha. I'm just tiiiiiiiiired of the whole thing. But whatever. N'ver mind.
The Last Christmas is a fun throwback. You don't need to read this in order of canon. Yes, you'll miss things. But for me, someone who liked many of the later books in the series better than the less fun, awkward initial books, you'll get a truer sense of what you're in for.
Now let's hope for more books in the younger Repairman Jack books.
Wilson is one of the more regularly guilty of this approach, rather shamelessly so. Most often this comes about by using Jack's girlfriend and her daughter as pawns. They're used ham handedly as a means of softening the occasionally cold and brutal (for a hero, ya know?) thug Repairman of the streets. I can't complain about that too much this time because there is a slightly different approach to the formula (eh, kinda, haha, no spoilers...). If you've enjoyed previous Repairman Jack books, this one is more of the same and solid besides. These books are the best of the things I like most from crime and horror and sci fi tales all turned into one thriller.
I recommend fans NOT to read this entry in the body of the original line-up. Those books largely flow well from one to the other. Not just that, if you're like me, I tore through the books desperately wanting to slide into the end game and know what happens. I often tempted myself to skip entries if reviewers on Amazon or Audible hinted that such and such held little info on the over reaching arc of the series. Seriously, the sequels got to the point where you could set your watch by the structure of the stories.
I like this one as an after meal dessert. If you're new to the series, while this isn't an ideal place to start, you very well could. It stands on its own. The central plot holds up without the Nighworld doom and gloom. Incidentally, my favorite Repairman Jack books are the three taking place as a young man when first arriving in NYC. Those held nary a whisper of the supernatural and, surprisingly, operated exceedingly well as crime stories. Why Wilson doesn't give us more of that, who the hell knows?
Frankly I'm just glad to have something other than F. Paul's Panacea series. That's really just a Repairman series flipped on its other ear. What if Vicky were the main protagonist and her Jack like beau, crossed with a dash of roguish Harrison Ford seen from younger days. The first two Panacea books are alright. Like every other writer at this moment, F. Paul decided he could hide the veggies in the potatoes and remind us unwashed that, guess what! Trump isn't popular! What a shock. Oh, well. Hey, it's not like I resent entertaining somebody else's view point. I'm not threatened or triggered, haha. I'm just tiiiiiiiiired of the whole thing. But whatever. N'ver mind.
The Last Christmas is a fun throwback. You don't need to read this in order of canon. Yes, you'll miss things. But for me, someone who liked many of the later books in the series better than the less fun, awkward initial books, you'll get a truer sense of what you're in for.
Now let's hope for more books in the younger Repairman Jack books.
June 25, 2019
F. Paul Wilson once stated that he was through with Repairman Jack. He has reconsidered and brought him back for another great story in the life of Jack. This book fits in toward the end of the Repairman Jack story, and clues about people, situations and events allow you to quickly determine where in the timeline this fits in. In a refreshing return to basics The otherness is not included this time. LAST CHRISTMAS fits smoothly into the series as once again Jack takes on not one but two "Fixes" to occupy his time. It also includes references to the short story INFERNAL NIGHT from the anthology FACEOFF (Heather Graham/F. Paul Wilson writing together).
It was great to get back to a basic Jack story and how he adheres to his own code. Our fixes are separate, but as expected, will cross paths along the way. The story is set at Christmas time, and the title "Last Christmas" will apply in multiple ways as the story keeps the reader interested. The synopsis centers on Jack, who is waiting on events to move along against "The One" (Never say his name) Jack agrees to take on 2 cases. One is a referral from an old friend, one from a stranger who knows of him, and has previously recommended him to another.. Jack must balance these 2 jobs and suspects that each has more to it than appears on the surface. While chasing down one solution, a team of mean are after him on his second fix. His pursuers have a simple instruction. Jack is in the way, and his second fix must be stopped, if that means stopping Jack permanently, then do it. Can Jack elude his pursuers and complete both fixes? And of course, will Jack complete his fixes in a manner that is never expected?
I enjoyed this from beginning to End. Previous adventures and characters are referenced, but in a manner that does not impact the completed series. It is well paced and as we have grown used to, broken up into major sections by day. Our usual band of characters from the series take minor roles, or will only be mentioned. Abe will take his usual role of advising Jack . The fixes are unusual, and fit in with Jack's current views of the world where nothing is impossible. As for a new character, they will reveal something that became a "HOLY HELL" moment for me.
F. Paul Wilson delivered again on characters, story, and the Repairman Jack Legacy..
If you are a fan of RMJ, this is a must read, and if you are in the midst of reading and want to keep this story in order, it will fit in between FATAL ERROR and DARK AT THE END.
It was great to get back to a basic Jack story and how he adheres to his own code. Our fixes are separate, but as expected, will cross paths along the way. The story is set at Christmas time, and the title "Last Christmas" will apply in multiple ways as the story keeps the reader interested. The synopsis centers on Jack, who is waiting on events to move along against "The One" (Never say his name) Jack agrees to take on 2 cases. One is a referral from an old friend, one from a stranger who knows of him, and has previously recommended him to another.. Jack must balance these 2 jobs and suspects that each has more to it than appears on the surface. While chasing down one solution, a team of mean are after him on his second fix. His pursuers have a simple instruction. Jack is in the way, and his second fix must be stopped, if that means stopping Jack permanently, then do it. Can Jack elude his pursuers and complete both fixes? And of course, will Jack complete his fixes in a manner that is never expected?
I enjoyed this from beginning to End. Previous adventures and characters are referenced, but in a manner that does not impact the completed series. It is well paced and as we have grown used to, broken up into major sections by day. Our usual band of characters from the series take minor roles, or will only be mentioned. Abe will take his usual role of advising Jack . The fixes are unusual, and fit in with Jack's current views of the world where nothing is impossible. As for a new character, they will reveal something that became a "HOLY HELL" moment for me.
F. Paul Wilson delivered again on characters, story, and the Repairman Jack Legacy..
If you are a fan of RMJ, this is a must read, and if you are in the midst of reading and want to keep this story in order, it will fit in between FATAL ERROR and DARK AT THE END.
July 23, 2019
Hooray - Repairman Jack is back and as strong a character as ever! Honestly, I didn't expect to see more from Wilson's Repairman Jack series. There are a lot of books in multiple series that all interweave into this fabulous and incredible world, and I've thoroughly enjoyed them all. The last appeared some time ago, and given how things were tied up (well, as much as they ever are/were in Jack's world) I rather assumed that was the end.
What a delicious surprise it was to find a new title announced on here, and I jumped at the chance to request/review it. I was a little apprehensive - not that I expected nonsense from Wilson, mind you, but because it had been a while since I'd read them all and they were VERY involved and intricate plots, interwoven across storylines in such a way that I wasn't sure I'd be able to fall back in without a significant time-commitment for a refresher course. Not so at all! I jumped right back in with both feet, rather like Jack, and thoroughly enjoyed the ride. I'm sure there were some connections that I missed; in a very detailed world-building exercise like Jack's universe there is likely always something you miss. But I found myself falling right back into the rhythm of these remarkable stories almost from the opening pages. Sure, it took me a minute (and occasionally a Google search) to remind myself of character backstories and relationships, but I never felt like I was lost or meandering - and that's testament, I think, to Wilson's excellent and crisp storytelling. It sticks with you, as do his characters, and that means that you can take a vacation - even for years - and still fall right back into the swing of things with relative ease.
There were a few new characters who added depth to the story/series, but I was mostly interested in the return of the characters I knew and loved - particularly Abe, Glaeken, and Vicky and Gia (who didn't play a big role, unfortunately). The plot felt like a continuation of things, but also offered a fresh story that was engaging and entertaining in its own right. I think you probably could read this one if you hadn't read any of the others, but you'd be missing a lot of what makes the Jack books so phenomenal: namely, the incredible breadth of the world that has been crafted by Wilson over the course of decades and dozens of books. Every book feels original and fresh, yet every book slowly and inexorably builds toward a conclusion that we still haven't quite reached... Here's hoping Wilson doesn't decide to stop here - I'd love to see more from Jack as soon as possible!
What a delicious surprise it was to find a new title announced on here, and I jumped at the chance to request/review it. I was a little apprehensive - not that I expected nonsense from Wilson, mind you, but because it had been a while since I'd read them all and they were VERY involved and intricate plots, interwoven across storylines in such a way that I wasn't sure I'd be able to fall back in without a significant time-commitment for a refresher course. Not so at all! I jumped right back in with both feet, rather like Jack, and thoroughly enjoyed the ride. I'm sure there were some connections that I missed; in a very detailed world-building exercise like Jack's universe there is likely always something you miss. But I found myself falling right back into the rhythm of these remarkable stories almost from the opening pages. Sure, it took me a minute (and occasionally a Google search) to remind myself of character backstories and relationships, but I never felt like I was lost or meandering - and that's testament, I think, to Wilson's excellent and crisp storytelling. It sticks with you, as do his characters, and that means that you can take a vacation - even for years - and still fall right back into the swing of things with relative ease.
There were a few new characters who added depth to the story/series, but I was mostly interested in the return of the characters I knew and loved - particularly Abe, Glaeken, and Vicky and Gia (who didn't play a big role, unfortunately). The plot felt like a continuation of things, but also offered a fresh story that was engaging and entertaining in its own right. I think you probably could read this one if you hadn't read any of the others, but you'd be missing a lot of what makes the Jack books so phenomenal: namely, the incredible breadth of the world that has been crafted by Wilson over the course of decades and dozens of books. Every book feels original and fresh, yet every book slowly and inexorably builds toward a conclusion that we still haven't quite reached... Here's hoping Wilson doesn't decide to stop here - I'd love to see more from Jack as soon as possible!
November 25, 2019
Some thirty-six years ago, I read an interesting book titled The Tomb by F. Paul Wilson. It was a quick read, frankly nothing memorable, but it kept me interested right through the end. It also introduced me Repairman Jack, He is a 'fixer' who lives off the grid and repairs other peoples problems. He has no last name, no social security number, works only for cash, and does whatever is necessary to make sure the job gets done.
Little did I know that I was beginning a lifelong relationship with one of the most intriguing literary character I've read. So here I am, after 17 or so books, three related series, and a string of YA fiction featuring Repairman Jack, and now ANOTHER one pops up. I couldn't be happier!
Wilson's many book deals with a history of the world that remains undiscovered, unexplored, and unknown to most of humanity. An Otherness. There are Gods and monsters, conspiracies, sacred objects and much more. The world is hurtling toward an inevitable war of good versus evil incarnate. Jack finds himself right in the middle of it, discovers that nobody can be trusted—and that few people are what they seem. The Last Christmas, which I read courtesy of Net Galley and Crossroad Press is exchange for an objective review, is a prequel to Wilson's Nightworld, the last book in series (and the world).
Jack is asked to hunt down a wolf-like beast that actually shouldn't exist. At the same time, he is being chased by two gangsters whose boss desperately wants an ancient artifact (supposedly with healing powers) Jack has been hired to protect. by a very mysterious and magical lady. And, of course, the world is coming to an end. Not complicated at all!
Does the book stand alone outside the word of Repairman Jack? Absolutely, These are great characters, unexpected humor and creepy darkness. Wilson sets a great pace with all his books and this is no difference. While the book is self-contained, I suspect it will send you to reading the first one, as well you should. What a fantastic holiday present from the author.
Little did I know that I was beginning a lifelong relationship with one of the most intriguing literary character I've read. So here I am, after 17 or so books, three related series, and a string of YA fiction featuring Repairman Jack, and now ANOTHER one pops up. I couldn't be happier!
Wilson's many book deals with a history of the world that remains undiscovered, unexplored, and unknown to most of humanity. An Otherness. There are Gods and monsters, conspiracies, sacred objects and much more. The world is hurtling toward an inevitable war of good versus evil incarnate. Jack finds himself right in the middle of it, discovers that nobody can be trusted—and that few people are what they seem. The Last Christmas, which I read courtesy of Net Galley and Crossroad Press is exchange for an objective review, is a prequel to Wilson's Nightworld, the last book in series (and the world).
Jack is asked to hunt down a wolf-like beast that actually shouldn't exist. At the same time, he is being chased by two gangsters whose boss desperately wants an ancient artifact (supposedly with healing powers) Jack has been hired to protect. by a very mysterious and magical lady. And, of course, the world is coming to an end. Not complicated at all!
Does the book stand alone outside the word of Repairman Jack? Absolutely, These are great characters, unexpected humor and creepy darkness. Wilson sets a great pace with all his books and this is no difference. While the book is self-contained, I suspect it will send you to reading the first one, as well you should. What a fantastic holiday present from the author.
October 1, 2021
As a Repairman Jack adventure that slots in between Ground Zero and Fatal Error this was a fun, albeit predictable story. As the big return for F. Paul Wilson to this character and world, I found it more disappointing. The supernatural element is a fun part of this series, but I don't think it's necessary for telling a good Jack story. Here, the supernatural element was so much a part of the story it entered Jack Reacher territory where I found myself asking "how much of this crap can Jack keep wandering into?"
The Last Christmas features two different fixes Jack gets involved in that have a supernatural component. The first is a task hunting down a missing wolf human hybrid. Jack doesn't believe the story that his clients give him, and readers will likely figure out the twists well before Jack does. The title of the book also comes from this story, which added a little bit of fun holiday magic.
The other fix involves a mysterious woman entrusting Jack with one of the seven infernals (magical objects connected to the otherness). The object doesn't look like much (a bronzed avocado) but it's rumored to be able to cure any illness or injury. While Jack has the object, a criminal with terminal cancer hires two men to find the object and retrieve it. One is a native American tracker who occasionally hears signal sounds that nobody else can hear.
I'm torn on whether to recommend people read this book in the order it takes place or by the order of publication. I'd lean on the order it takes place in the series (essentially book 13.5) as it feels like a let down to read it after completing the rest of the series. On the flip side, I don't know that this book will help the momentum the series had as it progressed toward its conclusion by adding yet another supernatural detour.
The Last Christmas features two different fixes Jack gets involved in that have a supernatural component. The first is a task hunting down a missing wolf human hybrid. Jack doesn't believe the story that his clients give him, and readers will likely figure out the twists well before Jack does. The title of the book also comes from this story, which added a little bit of fun holiday magic.
The other fix involves a mysterious woman entrusting Jack with one of the seven infernals (magical objects connected to the otherness). The object doesn't look like much (a bronzed avocado) but it's rumored to be able to cure any illness or injury. While Jack has the object, a criminal with terminal cancer hires two men to find the object and retrieve it. One is a native American tracker who occasionally hears signal sounds that nobody else can hear.
I'm torn on whether to recommend people read this book in the order it takes place or by the order of publication. I'd lean on the order it takes place in the series (essentially book 13.5) as it feels like a let down to read it after completing the rest of the series. On the flip side, I don't know that this book will help the momentum the series had as it progressed toward its conclusion by adding yet another supernatural detour.
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August 28, 2019I'm quite happy I decided to give The Last Christmas by F. Paul Wilson a chance. When I first read the book description I was intrigued but upon further research I found it it was part of the Repairman Jack book series and I had second thoughts. Not because I had heard bad things but because it was part of a series that I had never read let alone heard of. Luckily some reviews said while helpful, it was not necessary to have read any of the previous books. It is true, The Last Christmas does work as a stand alone; there were times I did wish for clarification of some terms used but in no way was my enjoyment impeded. I do intend to read the rest of the series but that is because of the high quality of the writing and well, dang it, I really liked it!
I found the characters to be well written, I liked the majority of them. The ones who were jerks were jerks but they were supposed to be; the good guys were good, the most interesting were the ambiguous ones. They really got my attention. It can be difficult for an author, in my opinion anyways, to draw that fine line that keeps the reader wondering. What makes that character tick? Are they good, bad, indifferent? What will they do next? The author makes us care and keeps us guessing. They earn our interest by keeping us on tenderhooks. Not every author is up to the job but Wilson is.
I like mysteries, I like them even more when there are hints of myths (real or made up by the author). I like a book that keeps me guessing. I like my heroes to have a code. This book has all that and more. I recommend this book. Don't let the fact it is part of a series stop you. It is a well written story, you won't regret it.
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I found the characters to be well written, I liked the majority of them. The ones who were jerks were jerks but they were supposed to be; the good guys were good, the most interesting were the ambiguous ones. They really got my attention. It can be difficult for an author, in my opinion anyways, to draw that fine line that keeps the reader wondering. What makes that character tick? Are they good, bad, indifferent? What will they do next? The author makes us care and keeps us guessing. They earn our interest by keeping us on tenderhooks. Not every author is up to the job but Wilson is.
I like mysteries, I like them even more when there are hints of myths (real or made up by the author). I like a book that keeps me guessing. I like my heroes to have a code. This book has all that and more. I recommend this book. Don't let the fact it is part of a series stop you. It is a well written story, you won't regret it.
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January 25, 2020
Welcome back, Jack! In The Last Christmas Jack has returned (mostly) the way I met him: a "repairman" who fixes "things".
While I am not given to reading science fiction or other world conspiracy, Jack brought me devotedly into his world. In The Last Christmas Jack does what he does, with a bit of the science fiction mystery brought in. Jack has two 'fixes' and of course they both have predictably unpredictable twists. Jack continues to live up to his morals, his integrity and his innate sense of right and wrong. Even though it's been 5 years since I read the last 'Repairman Jack' book, it was not difficult to remember the context of the other world mentions, especially with the little reminders provided.
I started reading F. Paul Wilson with some of his earlier books (Diagnosis: Terminal, Mirage, Deep as the Marrow and Nightkill,) which led me to 'Repairman Jack'. All the F. Paul Wilson books I have read subsequent to those early books, I read in the order in which they were published, which is not the order in which the stories occur. Not all the "Secret History of the World" stories are about Jack and I have not read them all but I have read some and have read all the 'Repairman Jack' books. Confusing? YES. However, you can enjoy the 24 'Repairman Jack' stories without the the rest, even though you may not want to. They all are interesting and will keep you engaged, even the ones that take place in Jack's childhood and teenage years.
5 stars. We know Jack will be back. Hurray!
While I am not given to reading science fiction or other world conspiracy, Jack brought me devotedly into his world. In The Last Christmas Jack does what he does, with a bit of the science fiction mystery brought in. Jack has two 'fixes' and of course they both have predictably unpredictable twists. Jack continues to live up to his morals, his integrity and his innate sense of right and wrong. Even though it's been 5 years since I read the last 'Repairman Jack' book, it was not difficult to remember the context of the other world mentions, especially with the little reminders provided.
I started reading F. Paul Wilson with some of his earlier books (Diagnosis: Terminal, Mirage, Deep as the Marrow and Nightkill,) which led me to 'Repairman Jack'. All the F. Paul Wilson books I have read subsequent to those early books, I read in the order in which they were published, which is not the order in which the stories occur. Not all the "Secret History of the World" stories are about Jack and I have not read them all but I have read some and have read all the 'Repairman Jack' books. Confusing? YES. However, you can enjoy the 24 'Repairman Jack' stories without the the rest, even though you may not want to. They all are interesting and will keep you engaged, even the ones that take place in Jack's childhood and teenage years.
5 stars. We know Jack will be back. Hurray!
September 6, 2019
Jack aka Repairman Jack is depressed. He has lost his unborn daughter Emma and misses her. He is sitting in Julio’s bar when an old friend comes in and gives him a job to find a missing person. Jack says no first but is talked into it by the two men who is “lost” him. Just as he starts working on that job, a lady (Madame de Medici) comes to his home and has him take care of the “infernal object” so it doesn’t get stolen by a man who is desperate to get it. Jack needs to keep it safe until the man dies. Why? What is so special about this “infernal object?” Jack discovers that the missing person is a man who has been turned into a wolf/man hybrid. Will Jack find him? If so, what will Jack do with the hybrid man?
The story is excellently written. I couldn’t help being involved with is book as I am a big fan of Repairman Jack novels. The author wrote about Repairman Jack as if he hadn’t written a story about Repairman Jack in what seem to be years to me. I hope this won’t be the last one he writes. There are twists and turns in the novel that I didn’t expect. You can read this novel as a stand-alone and enjoy it. However if you read the other books in the series, you will perhaps understand the “infernal objects” better.
Disclaimer: I received an arc of this book from the author/publisher from Netgalley. I wasn’t obligated to write a favorable review or any review at all. The opinions expressed are strictly my own.
The story is excellently written. I couldn’t help being involved with is book as I am a big fan of Repairman Jack novels. The author wrote about Repairman Jack as if he hadn’t written a story about Repairman Jack in what seem to be years to me. I hope this won’t be the last one he writes. There are twists and turns in the novel that I didn’t expect. You can read this novel as a stand-alone and enjoy it. However if you read the other books in the series, you will perhaps understand the “infernal objects” better.
Disclaimer: I received an arc of this book from the author/publisher from Netgalley. I wasn’t obligated to write a favorable review or any review at all. The opinions expressed are strictly my own.
May 5, 2021
What to say?
If you are familiar with the recurring character “Jack” then this book is for you. If you are not, then I would recommend him to almost all.
I happened to stumble across a book back in early summer 1983 called “The Keep” and I found it so well written I read it twice. The next year, while in college, I found another book by the same author called, “The Tomb”. This is the introduction of “Jack”. I was hooked. I have read “The Tomb” five times and then the updated revision another two times.
When Dr. Wilson brought Jack back in his own books starting with “Legacies”, I was elated. His writing and his characters have continued to excite my library since I discovered that first book.
This book was no exception. It was akin to slipping on a very comfortable sweater or pair of shoes that had been missing for a while and again recently found. I had actually postponed reading this one because I didn’t want it to end too quickly.
Reading about “Jack” and his fixes once again filled a void I wasn’t even aware was there. I have missed him, Gia, Abe, and Julio. Key ingredients to his world.
Thank you Dr. Wilson for once again allowing to follow along with “Jack” and friends. It truly was an excellent Christmas gift to us all.
If you are familiar with the recurring character “Jack” then this book is for you. If you are not, then I would recommend him to almost all.
I happened to stumble across a book back in early summer 1983 called “The Keep” and I found it so well written I read it twice. The next year, while in college, I found another book by the same author called, “The Tomb”. This is the introduction of “Jack”. I was hooked. I have read “The Tomb” five times and then the updated revision another two times.
When Dr. Wilson brought Jack back in his own books starting with “Legacies”, I was elated. His writing and his characters have continued to excite my library since I discovered that first book.
This book was no exception. It was akin to slipping on a very comfortable sweater or pair of shoes that had been missing for a while and again recently found. I had actually postponed reading this one because I didn’t want it to end too quickly.
Reading about “Jack” and his fixes once again filled a void I wasn’t even aware was there. I have missed him, Gia, Abe, and Julio. Key ingredients to his world.
Thank you Dr. Wilson for once again allowing to follow along with “Jack” and friends. It truly was an excellent Christmas gift to us all.
January 12, 2024
Since this was written later, it was a nice interlude from the Conflict, as in the earlier books I liked the more mundane fixits more than the overarching storyline.
Small quibble is I didn't know when to read this. There were a few different suggestions on reading order, and there were references to some previous written stories that I hadn't gotten to. (Read it after Ground Zero and The Touch). Don't have a recommended reading order at this point, but at this point I wish I had waited till after Nightworld, and I'm contemplating not reading Signalz till later too.
A medium quibble was the time jump. All the other books were separated by weeks or months, and this was a jump of 6+ months, which through me off a bit. Though I guess I'd have that same reaction after starting Fatal Error, since the time jump would have been even larger.
Finally, I did not like that some characters were thrown together that didn't really have any interaction since the Tomb, looking at Abe and Vicky having a really friendly relationship. That seemed shoehorned in.
Overall, I really enjoyed the story and especially the mystery woman, though logically I don't think I should since she creates some problems in the narrative of the other books.
Small quibble is I didn't know when to read this. There were a few different suggestions on reading order, and there were references to some previous written stories that I hadn't gotten to. (Read it after Ground Zero and The Touch). Don't have a recommended reading order at this point, but at this point I wish I had waited till after Nightworld, and I'm contemplating not reading Signalz till later too.
A medium quibble was the time jump. All the other books were separated by weeks or months, and this was a jump of 6+ months, which through me off a bit. Though I guess I'd have that same reaction after starting Fatal Error, since the time jump would have been even larger.
Finally, I did not like that some characters were thrown together that didn't really have any interaction since the Tomb, looking at Abe and Vicky having a really friendly relationship. That seemed shoehorned in.
Overall, I really enjoyed the story and especially the mystery woman, though logically I don't think I should since she creates some problems in the narrative of the other books.
January 22, 2020
Wow, it's over? I had to double check that this really had over 340 pages and not a novella. It just sailed by so quick. I have been a fan of Winson's for decades. My first read was 'Nightworld' when a friend gave it to me. This was prior to the major edits that allowed Jack to have a much larger role. Still, even in his limited capacity in the original he caught my attention. The anti-hero many men wish they could be. Kind, caring, moral but willing to do what needs to be done to survive. Also his off the grid skills, something much easier in the 70's and 80's when I was growing up are admirable, impressive even. This story slots in nicely with the entire Adversary arc, Jack wasn't frozen in Carbonite in between major events and this story while happening in the timeline before books that have already been released (you know the major movers and shakers are going to survive) still feels fresh and new. it doesn't come across as 'filler' especially since the series has already completed. Like the early and teenage years (more of teen Jack would be great, Mr. Wilson!) this just gives more insight into the events that culminate in 'Nightworld'.
June 27, 2019
I have to begin by saying that I have not read other Repairman Jack novels by F Paul Wilson, and I might have been better prepared had I.
That is not to say that this book does not hold up as a standalone, it does. I enjoyed the story. I was involved in the story. I think what I wanted was a little more background which might have been provided had I read other books in this series. The story was great. I loved or hated the characters and some I just plain felt for. There were things I anticipated, things I didn't. There were surprises, thrills and chills, good writing!
Read the book and then maybe do what I'm going to do and look for some more!
My copy of this book was provided by NetGalley.com and the publisher and for that I thank them.
That is not to say that this book does not hold up as a standalone, it does. I enjoyed the story. I was involved in the story. I think what I wanted was a little more background which might have been provided had I read other books in this series. The story was great. I loved or hated the characters and some I just plain felt for. There were things I anticipated, things I didn't. There were surprises, thrills and chills, good writing!
Read the book and then maybe do what I'm going to do and look for some more!
My copy of this book was provided by NetGalley.com and the publisher and for that I thank them.
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