" Have you ever loved someone so much, that every time you look at them a piece of your heart swells with joy simply because they're in the world?" Heartfelt, moving, and surprising, The Last Charm is a charming will-they-won't-they story of love and friendship told through the eyes of its protagonists Leila and Jake. The story slowly unfolds beginning with Leila's lost charm bracelet and then taking us right back to young Leila and Young Jake who are on the cusp of their teenage years when they first meet. Both are battling with their own demons but in each other find a focal point and sense of calm. Unbeknown to Leila, Jake spots something in her at first sight, and slowly, patiently works to win her affections. What follows is a beautiful exploration of their relationship, their family, and their journey to find themselves, in order to get back to each other - all cemented into a series of secretly delivered charms. I particularly loved the use of imagery, Leila's expression of herself and feelings through her art, and the way the narrative dealt with some very complex and hard hitting themes. This is no straightforward story and there are number of unexpected twists and turns. Will love win out? You'll have to read it to find out! Thanks to the OneMoreChapter and NetGalley teams for the ARC.
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