The Last Song
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
480
Novel • Fiction
Wilmington, North Carolina • Contemporary
2009
Adult
14-18 years
The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks follows seventeen-year-old Ronnie Miller, who spends a transformative summer in North Carolina with her estranged father, Steve, and ten-year-old brother, Jonah. Initially rebellious, Ronnie reconnects with her father through their shared love of music and forms a romantic relationship with Will Blakelee. Sensitive topics such as terminal illness and divorce are explored in the story.
Romantic
Emotional
Bittersweet
Melancholic
Heartwarming
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Nicholas Sparks' The Last Song is praised for its emotional depth and heartwarming portrayal of familial bonds, particularly the father-daughter relationship. Critics appreciate the strong character development. However, some feel the narrative is formulaic and predictably sentimental. Overall, it is a touching read, appealing to fans of romantic and family dramas.
Readers who enjoy heartfelt romance, emotional journeys, and themes of family reconciliation will be captivated by The Last Song by Nicholas Sparks. Fans of Sparks' own The Notebook and works by Jodi Picoult and Richard Paul Evans will find this novel equally compelling and poignant.
567,357 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
480
Novel • Fiction
Wilmington, North Carolina • Contemporary
2009
Adult
14-18 years
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