This mocktail-sweet romance ticks all the trope boxes
The Last Resort is a debut romance novel by Amanda Hewitt that features familiar tropes and a predictable storyline. The story follows Abbey, a woman navigating life after her husband leaves her, as she embarks on a vacation that leads to an unexpected romance. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and personal growth through the perspectives of both Abbey and her love interest, Nick.
- ▪Abbey, a 42-year-old woman, is on vacation in the Maldives after her husband left her for another woman.
- ▪The novel features a classic romance setup with misunderstandings and a predictable happy ending.
- ▪Abbey's romantic interest, Nick, becomes her boss upon her return to Sydney, complicating their relationship.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
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Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at The Sydney Morning Herald.