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The Last Thing I Remember

Andrew Klavan
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The Last Thing I Remember

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009

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Andrew Klavan

The Last Thing I Remember

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Details
Pages

346

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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Super Short Summary

The Last Thing I Remember follows Charlie West, a teenager with aspirations of becoming an air force pilot, who wakes up in a torture chamber with no memory of how he got there. He escapes and discovers he is being sought by law enforcement for the murder of his best friend and a government conspiracy connected to the Director of Homeland Security. Charlie evades capture, determined to piece together the lost year of his life. This book contains scenes of physical violence and intense situations that may be distressing to some individuals.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Adventurous

Dark

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.2

8,021 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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The Last Thing I Remember by Andrew Klavan, commonly praised for its fast-paced and compelling narrative, engages readers with its suspenseful plot and well-developed protagonist. However, some critiques note the story’s occasional predictability and uneven pacing. Overall, it’s a gripping read for fans of thrilling, young adult fiction.

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Who Should Read The Last Thing I Remember?

The Last Thing I Remember by Andrew Klavan is ideal for readers who enjoy high-stakes thrillers with a young adult protagonist. Fans of the Jason Bourne series or James Dashner’s The Maze Runner will appreciate the fast-paced action, suspense, and themes of memory and identity. This book is perfect for those who enjoy gripping, edge-of-your-seat storytelling.

4.2

8,021 ratings

74%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

The Last Thing I Remember is the first book in the Homelanders series, which is a young adult thriller series by Andrew Klavan.

Author Andrew Klavan has won multiple Edgar Awards, which are prestigious awards given annually by the Mystery Writers of America.

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The book presents themes of perseverance and resilience, often inspiring young readers to reflect on their own lives and the importance of determination.

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Book Details
Pages

346

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Publication Year

2009

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

HL690L

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