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The Last One at the Wedding by Jason Rekulak
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The Last One at the Wedding by Jason Rekulak
Expertly narrated by John Pirhalla
11 hrs 13 minutes at 1x speed
7 hrs 29 minutes at 1.5x speed
5 hrs 37 minutes at 2x speed

This book is COMPLETELY different from “Hidden Pictures� ( no Supernatural vibes) but equally as SURPRISING!

Frank Szatowski has been estranged from his daughter Maggie for three years.

So, he is shocked when she calls him to invite him to her wedding. And, he is even more surprised when he finds out that she is marrying Aidan Gardner, the son of the famous tech billionaire, Errol Gardner.

When they meet for dinner at the young couple’s luxury apartment, Aidan is withdrawn, and evasive. He doesn’t show any interest in getting to know his new father-in-law to be. The red flags 🚩 start waving.

The wedding will be held at a secluded private estate—which can host the 300+ guests with ease. Frank, a UPS driver feels completely out of his league, and just wants to spend time with his daughter to make up for the past three years but Maggie doesn’t seem to have any time for him.

When he receives an anonymous warning about Aidan, he tries to get answers from Maggie about the accusations being made-but she brushes him off. He becomes more and more exasperated, fearing that Maggie is about to make a terrible mistake-but he can’t risk pushing her away again so soon after getting her back!

He will have to do some digging on his own�

The book sets up the family dynamics in the first half, with Frank, your likable “everyday� kind of father, narrating. And, around the 50% point the book delivers its FIRST shocking revelation! And, they keep on coming!

Be prepared to now question everything you thought you knew.

I was riveted-a book I definitely couldn’t wait to return to-every chance that I got.

And, best of all-you don’t have to wait long to find out exactly what was happening for yourself-

AVAILABLE NOW!

Thank You to Macmillan Audio for the gifted ARC provided by NetGalley Shelf. As always, these are my candid thoughts!
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Reading Progress

May 2, 2024 – Shelved as: to-read
May 2, 2024 – Shelved
May 9, 2024 – Shelved as: horror
May 9, 2024 – Shelved as: mystery-suspense
May 9, 2024 – Shelved as: netgalley
September 18, 2024 – Shelved as: audible
September 23, 2024 –
page 1
10.0% "Next listen!"
September 26, 2024 – Started Reading
September 26, 2024 –
50.0% "Listening Now!"
September 27, 2024 –
99.0% "RTC"
September 27, 2024 – Finished Reading

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Shelton Holt I can't wait to read this! I hope it's going good so far!


Jayme Shelton wrote: "I can't wait to read this! I hope it's going good so far!"

It is! Review up very soon!


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Rosh Terrific review, Jayme! ❤️


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Tina This sounds like a really good one. A fab review Jayme!! 💫


Jayme Rosh wrote: "Terrific review, Jayme! ❤️"

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Jayme Tina wrote: "This sounds like a really good one. A fab review Jayme!! 💫"

Thanks Tina! 😘


Darla Fabulous review, Jayme. This is next for me after I finish listening to "Mistletoe Seaon."🎧


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Suzy Great review Jayme! Ok since you say it’s different than Hidden Pictures (I wasn’t really a fan) I may give this a try! 💚


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Yun Great review, Jayme! I can't wait to read this one! :)


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Paromjit Terrific review, Jayme! 💚


Jayme Darla wrote: "Fabulous review, Jayme. This is next for me after I finish listening to "Mistletoe Seaon."🎧"

Looking forward to your thoughts! ☺️


Jayme Suzy wrote: "Great review Jayme! Ok since you say it’s different than Hidden Pictures (I wasn’t really a fan) I may give this a try! 💚"

Thanks Suzy! I hope this one works for you! 🤞🏻


Jayme Yun wrote: "Great review, Jayme! I can't wait to read this one! :)"

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Jayme Ceecee wrote: "Looking forward to reading this! Fantastic review Jayme 💖"

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Srivalli Rekha Fab review, Jayme. I already see extreme reviews for this, so glad that it worked well for you. :)


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Jayme Srivalli wrote: "Fab review, Jayme. I already see extreme reviews for this, so glad that it worked well for you. :)"

Thanks Srivalli! He had very polarizing reviews for his first book as well, but I enjoyed that one also.


Jayme Jennifer ~ TarHeelReader wrote: "Love the review, Jayme!"

Thanks Jennifer! 💞


Kim ~ It’s All About the Thrill So I didn't enjoy Hidden Pictures, but this sounds SO good that I preordered it. I am so excited to see that you enjoyed this. Fantastic review! Now I am really excited.


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Rachel Hanes I absolutely loved Hidden Pictures, so I am now super excited for this book! So glad that you enjoyed this one!! Fantastic review, Jayme! 💗


Cassidy Lovejoy Agree to disagree, I thought everyone was so unlikeable, Frank more so than anyone. The way he treated that poor foster child for most of the book did not sit well, and he gave a bad name to the kid-50’s crowd.

However, happy to see you enjoyed it because I would not wish my 10 hour experience on anyone 😂


Jayme Kim ~ It’s All About the Thrill wrote: "So I didn't enjoy Hidden Pictures, but this sounds SO good that I preordered it. I am so excited to see that you enjoyed this. Fantastic review! Now I am really excited."

Thanks Kim! I hope you enjoy it!


Jayme Rachel wrote: "I absolutely loved Hidden Pictures, so I am now super excited for this book! So glad that you enjoyed this one!! Fantastic review, Jayme! 💗"

Thanks Rachel! Enjoy! 💞


message 28: by Jayme (last edited Sep 28, 2024 07:19PM) (new) - rated it 4 stars

Jayme Cassidy wrote: "Agree to disagree, I thought everyone was so unlikeable, Frank more so than anyone. The way he treated that poor foster child for most of the book did not sit well, and he gave a bad name to the ki..."

No book is for everyone! I hope you are currently reading or listening to a book you love! ❤️


Nancy (playing catch-up) Fabulous review, Jayme! I actually just picked up Hidden Pictures from the library this week. I’ll be adding this one as well. 😊


Jayme Nancy (playing catch-up) wrote: "Fabulous review, Jayme! I actually just picked up Hidden Pictures from the library this week. I’ll be adding this one as well. 😊"

Thanks Nancy! I hope you enjoy them too!


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Mary Beth Terrific review!🧡 Glad you enjoyed it. I can't wait to read it.


NZLisaM Yippee! So glad we felt the same. Definitely an auto-read/buy author for me from now on. Incredible review! 🧡


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KellyJ1028 Fantastic review, Jayme! I pre-ordered this one because I loved Hidden Pictures but thank you for the heads up on it being a different book. This one sounds perfect for a Fall read. So glad you enjoyed.🧡


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Kat Enticing review, Jayme! I need to read Hidden Pictures and this one. They both sound good! 💕


Jayme Mary Beth has lots of catching up to do! wrote: "Terrific review!🧡 Glad you enjoyed it. I can't wait to read it."

Thanks Mary Beth! Enjoy!


Jayme NZLisaM wrote: "Yippee! So glad we felt the same. Definitely an auto-read/buy author for me from now on. Incredible review! 🧡"

Same! Glad you enjoyed it too! ☺️


Jayme KellyJ1028 wrote: "Fantastic review, Jayme! I pre-ordered this one because I loved Hidden Pictures but thank you for the heads up on it being a different book. This one sounds perfect for a Fall read. So glad you enj..."

Thanks Kelly! I look forward to your thoughts!


Jayme Kat wrote: "Enticing review, Jayme! I need to read Hidden Pictures and this one. They both sound good! 💕"

Hidden Pictures with its Supernatural vibe might be a good Spooky Season read for you! 🤔


Margaret M - (having a challenging time and on GR as much as I can) Now I am intrigued. Adding. Fabulous review Jayme 💖


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Thanks Margaret! 💞


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Thanks Jayme! 💞


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