The Last Chorus in British Book Bash 2022

Apr 10, 2022 Ann (Literary Lust) rated it it was amazing

The Last Chorus is Beau and Simone’s beautifully written, heartbreaking yet heartwarming story. One that I highly recommend to you to read.

This book grabbed and held my attention from the very first chapter - I honestly could not put it down. I knew instantly that this story would hurt my heart and I loved that, at times, I found it to be so emotional that I was reaching for the tissues. Beau’s grief is palpable throughout the narrative. This broken man's journey was perfectly penned by the aut The Last Chorus is Beau and Simone’s beautifully written, heartbreaking yet heartwarming story. One that I highly recommend to you to read.

This book grabbed and held my attention from the very first chapter - I honestly could not put it down. I knew instantly that this story would hurt my heart and I loved that, at times, I found it to be so emotional that I was reaching for the tissues. Beau’s grief is palpable throughout the narrative. This broken man's journey was perfectly penned by the author and I loved how Simone endlessly supported him. For such a young woman she has a mature head on her shoulders but then having experienced a devastating and traumatic event herself, plus dealing with the situations that followed, behaving older than her years is probable. My heart broke for them both.

For me, Ethan stole the show at times. How could he not? You’ll understand why when you meet him.

The Last Chorus took me on an emotional roller coaster ride and I absolutely adored every moment. I found that Nikki Ashton penned the perfect balance of heart aching moments with those that made me smile. I cannot express how much I loved watching Beau and Simone’s relationship develop. This couple couldn’t be more perfect for each other and I prayed that they could find their way through their darkness together.

All of the supporting characters added to the story perfectly – even those who I came to dislike or even hate. Beau is the lead singer of Warrior Creek and I loved meeting his bandmates and witnessing the friendship they share - not forgetting the support they give each other too! I am so pleased that Elliott’s story is being released next, and I also am looking forward to reading the rest of the band member’s stories when published.

I am struggling to write this review whilst trying to not reveal any of the storyline. I will close by saying that this novel is a must-read. The Last Chorus ticked all my boxes which is why I award it 5 stars, and I know that you will love this story as much as I do. ...more

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Mar 15, 2022 Sarah Dale rated it it was amazing

Shelves: contemporary-romance, romance, emotional, ugly-cry, 2022-reads, march-2022

When the first chapter of this book broke my heart I know straight away that this book was going to all-consuming and I was right. It is no secret that I am fan of Nikki's work and this one for me was my favourite. She did a phenomenal job of mixing heartbreak with some humour and some serious heart. Beau, Simone and Ethan totally stole your heart from the very beginning and they have never really let it go.

Simone and Beau have both been through so much, in different ways, and are broken, they a ...more

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Apr 07, 2022 Kirsty Adams - Kindle Freak Book Blog rated it it was amazing

Shelves: 2022-reads, slow-burn, contemporary-romance, wow-reads, tragic-history, bbb2022-authors, rockstar

Nikki Ashton has crafted an extraordinary story that I knew would be incredible and powerful before I had finished reading chapter one! The Last Chorus gave me all the feels and kept me captivated all the way through as I witnessed two broken spirits find hope and healing - Beau and Simone's journey together touched me deeply.

Through Nikki's magic way with words, my emotions were constantly stirred. Several times I shed tears, but I also smiled a lot, especially when Simone's son, Ethan appeared ...more

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Apr 17, 2022 Jan rated it really liked it

4.5 all the emotion stars

The last chorus is a story that touches on grief, healing, friendship, and new beginnings.

Both characters in this story come with baggage that weighs heavy on the soul and heart.

I was instantly pulled in by the heartbreak and sorrow pouring from the pages as I delved into Beau's world and his inner thoughts, what he was going through after the loss of his wife and his little boy. I felt the heartache and despair of his friends as they had obviously tried hard to pull h 4.5 all the emotion stars

The last chorus is a story that touches on grief, healing, friendship, and new beginnings.

Both characters in this story come with baggage that weighs heavy on the soul and heart.

I was instantly pulled in by the heartbreak and sorrow pouring from the pages as I delved into Beau's world and his inner thoughts, what he was going through after the loss of his wife and his little boy. I felt the heartache and despair of his friends as they had obviously tried hard to pull him out of the world of grief for over the year and their efforts had been futile.

Beau was a man drowning in grief and self-blame until a little boy appeared through the fence of his garden to retrieve a ball.

I love a neighbor's kind of romance but this one isn't like any others I have previously read, there isn't an enemy to lovers agenda or any shenanigans. You begin to discover as the story progresses and after a few encounters between Beau and Simone that these two neighbors are exactly where they are meant to be and at the right time in both their lives. Destiny, fate, or whatever you want to call it plays a huge part in the development of Simone and Beau's friendship and relationship.

Although Simone is a likable character, I didn't fully understand her. I can't say I got to know her character all that well, her inner thoughts and how she had allowed herself to get to the point in her life where she was when she met Beau and how had allowed herself to get there weren't all that clear. For some reason to me, she still felt more of a side character. Why? I am not sure, maybe I was all Beau from the first pages. Maybe I wanted her to fight for herself more even if she failed but had at least tried. My perspective of her was that she was just a nice lady with a shitty past and a past she couldn't get rid of because of lack of strength, well until Beau came along anyway and he became the strength she needed.

In summary, The last chorus is a heartwarming story. An ideal Sunday kind of read. I love how diverse this author can be, from rom-com with the laughs and giggles to stories with words that touch the heart. I am looking forward to whatever she brings to my kindle next.

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Jun 15, 2022 Nikki rated it it was amazing

Nikki Ashton you done it again!
You've managed to give us another fab story with not only a unique storyline but a story that is totally different from what you usually write for us!
I was Holy invested in this book as soon as I read the 1st page.. Beau and his grief just managed find its way into my head and heart and didn't want to let go.
To see him start to bloom and come back to life was beautiful.
Simone and son Ethan never knew just how their life would change with a football and a hole in ...more

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