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Last Chance Rescue #6
Last Chance
Passion is their most dangerous move.
Never Say Die
McKenna Sloan saved Lucas Kanes's life and then vanished. Lucas moved mountains trying to find her again, and finally McKenna relented—for one fleeting night. The truth is, McKenna's life is all about the dark, deception-filled world of Last Chance Rescue, and for her, there's no hope of love or Lucas. But fate, and Lucas' determination, soon change everything.
A kidnapped young woman, a lure to out a killer and the fierce need to bring a criminal to justice combine for one explosive event. For a woman who specializes in staying away from relationships and staying in the heart of danger, this is the most impossible mission of all. Because the odds are deadly, and the passion won't die.
Never Say Die
McKenna Sloan saved Lucas Kanes's life and then vanished. Lucas moved mountains trying to find her again, and finally McKenna relented—for one fleeting night. The truth is, McKenna's life is all about the dark, deception-filled world of Last Chance Rescue, and for her, there's no hope of love or Lucas. But fate, and Lucas' determination, soon change everything.
A kidnapped young woman, a lure to out a killer and the fierce need to bring a criminal to justice combine for one explosive event. For a woman who specializes in staying away from relationships and staying in the heart of danger, this is the most impossible mission of all. Because the odds are deadly, and the passion won't die.
357 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2010
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35 books967 followersAward winning and NYT Bestselling Author Christy Reece lives in Alabama with her husband and a menagerie of pets.
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December 19, 2021
I couldn't wait to start this book because I found McKenna to be fascinating in No Chance. It definitely didn't disappoint.
Quick summary
It was speculated that McKenna had a seriously troubling backstory and seemed to be on the run. Everyone's instincts were correct but they couldn't have imagined how tragic her story really is. When she rescued Lucas Kane after having been kidnapped by Victor Lymes, he was determined to find this woman who he never could get out of his head. He makes it his mission to track her down to thank her and, maybe, just maybe, clear his mind of the woman who they called Ghost.
What I loved about this story
Everything. It begins with the reveal of just how Lucas was rescued and Victor was killed. That opens a whole new set of intrigue and it just never ends in this story. Lucas wasn't even what he seemed on the surface. Both he and McKenna were two of the most interesting, enigmatic characters I've read. Loved him, loved her and loved them together. Their relationship was developed carefully, creating a pretty sensual romance in the midst of all the chaos. Damon, McKenna's ex, was deliciously evil, his unpredictability keeping tension extremely high. While there's a lot in motion, it's all so interconnected you can't get confused.
The bottom line
I love this series as it consistently delivers great suspense and romance with every story. This one is probably close to being my favorite, at least a neck-and-neck second. I've a new book boyfriend in Lucas Kane and McKenna is one kickass heroine. And, the ending was pretty special.
Quick summary
It was speculated that McKenna had a seriously troubling backstory and seemed to be on the run. Everyone's instincts were correct but they couldn't have imagined how tragic her story really is. When she rescued Lucas Kane after having been kidnapped by Victor Lymes, he was determined to find this woman who he never could get out of his head. He makes it his mission to track her down to thank her and, maybe, just maybe, clear his mind of the woman who they called Ghost.
What I loved about this story
Everything. It begins with the reveal of just how Lucas was rescued and Victor was killed. That opens a whole new set of intrigue and it just never ends in this story. Lucas wasn't even what he seemed on the surface. Both he and McKenna were two of the most interesting, enigmatic characters I've read. Loved him, loved her and loved them together. Their relationship was developed carefully, creating a pretty sensual romance in the midst of all the chaos. Damon, McKenna's ex, was deliciously evil, his unpredictability keeping tension extremely high. While there's a lot in motion, it's all so interconnected you can't get confused.
The bottom line
I love this series as it consistently delivers great suspense and romance with every story. This one is probably close to being my favorite, at least a neck-and-neck second. I've a new book boyfriend in Lucas Kane and McKenna is one kickass heroine. And, the ending was pretty special.
July 2, 2022
I don't remember the last time I read this author's book, but I was in the mood for this type of story. Still, at least a few things surprised me.
I've never been a huge fan of the love at first sight theme, and that's exactly what this book is about. I definitely wish McKenna and Lucas had time for their affection to develop normally. I wasn't sure why they wanted to be together so much since they didn't know each other at all and had just met. Only later do they have some time to get to know each other.
I was also surprised how dark this book is. What happened to McKenna when she was a young girl is really terrible. And so was the situation of Janie and the other girls. There are no detailed descriptions in the book, but still it was hard to read about how the characters you've met are abused. If you are particularly sensitive to violence against women, this is not the story for you.
I have mixed feelings about McKenna. On the one hand, she is a very strong woman, on the other hand, I find her blaming herself for Damon's actions completely irrational. Plus, at one point, she makes some really stupid decisions about confronting Damon. She gives him exactly what he wants. This was the moment I rolled my eyes. It adds drama to the story, but makes McKenna less powerful.
I don't think this is a book I will remember, but it was okay. I wonder if Janie and Dylan have their own book. I will probably read other stories in this series, although I have probably already read some of them and just don’t remember.
I've never been a huge fan of the love at first sight theme, and that's exactly what this book is about. I definitely wish McKenna and Lucas had time for their affection to develop normally. I wasn't sure why they wanted to be together so much since they didn't know each other at all and had just met. Only later do they have some time to get to know each other.
I was also surprised how dark this book is. What happened to McKenna when she was a young girl is really terrible. And so was the situation of Janie and the other girls. There are no detailed descriptions in the book, but still it was hard to read about how the characters you've met are abused. If you are particularly sensitive to violence against women, this is not the story for you.
I have mixed feelings about McKenna. On the one hand, she is a very strong woman, on the other hand, I find her blaming herself for Damon's actions completely irrational. Plus, at one point, she makes some really stupid decisions about confronting Damon. She gives him exactly what he wants. This was the moment I rolled my eyes. It adds drama to the story, but makes McKenna less powerful.
I don't think this is a book I will remember, but it was okay. I wonder if Janie and Dylan have their own book. I will probably read other stories in this series, although I have probably already read some of them and just don’t remember.
October 10, 2011
This book deserves more then the usually rating! 5++ STARS!
What an intriguing story!
As per usual there's a phenomenal story to every book Christy Reece writes. This novel had me in an allure and turning every page. In the two previous books, I became attached to a character. McKenna Sloan aka Ghost.
With Mckenna's dark persona, I just knew there was something dreadful that had happened in her past; and why she became the way she is.She's very secluded, doesn't make friends, keeps to herself and makes no connections with anyone. She gets involved on jobs with the LCR, but leaves without notice.Her story is dark and revealing.I'm so glad she got her own book, there's so much about her and it was written to perfection. There's one thing I'm grateful for, the Perp (every womans nightmare) no matter what,couldn't steal her heart. She's an astounding Heroine, flaws and all. I'm still sitting here reeling my thoughts on who I loved more, McKenna or Lucas? I can honestly say, I can't choose. Lucas is every womans dreams. Not once did he go all caveman and make Mckenna's decisions for her. My heart just melted for these two characters, they're just down right amazing in every way possible!
Lucas Kane was abducted and McKenna was the young woman who had rescued him. In the midst of his rescuing, Lucas felt a draw to her. Before he could thank her for all her help, she just ups and disappears. The need to find this remarkable woman put him on a mission to search for her. The first place he goes to, is the LCR team. When that fails, Lucas hires a private investigator, before he gets any results, McKenna shows up on his doorstep, but only for one reason. To tell Lucas to stop searching for her. There's a strong attraction between these two, but with Mckenna's past she's afraid to show any kind of emotion to anyone for fear they would be endangered.
8years and McKenna is still living in shadows steering clear from Damon Hughes, the Sickest SOB that was ever created! Her ex-boyfriend not only killed her parents for getting in the way of their relationship but, raped and mutilated her outta anger. He was convicted and sent to jail, then supposedly escaped from prison and died. More like he lived, and is doing everything in his power to regain McKenna back.
Over Lucas's Dead Body! Lucas gets involved and it's the only time he goes all caveman and wants to eliminate the threat that McKenna lives with everyday. He sorta,had the right intentions but he gets between Mckenna's op mission to save a girl Damon aka Sickest SOB ever created, abducts a girl he thinks is McKenna. All hell breaks loose, a lot of twist and turns happens in this novel there's so much to say,but I'll stop here, I don't wanna reveal too much. There's definitely revenge and a sweet HEA!
McKenna finally surrenders to the man who's stolen her heart and gives her everything she well deserves. Lucas, gives her happiness,love and comfort, something she thought she would never feel again.All Lucas wants is a lifetime of Forever. That is exactly what McKenna intends to give him. A fruitful,of all you can eat desserts! Hehehe... This couple is explicitly wicked and wanton. I loved them too pieces!
Favorite Qoute:
"She met him in the middle of the room, her expression one of such wonder and beauty that Lucas's already tight chest constricted even more. He closed the distance between them and said huskily, " You came home." Her smile holding every promise he could hope for, she whispered,"Yes." Pulling her into his arms,he asked "For how long?" Her heart in her eyes,she whispered the word Lucas ached to hear: "Forever."
Awe! Be still my beating heart! I loved this book! I hope the next book can live up to this novel or better :D
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What an intriguing story!
As per usual there's a phenomenal story to every book Christy Reece writes. This novel had me in an allure and turning every page. In the two previous books, I became attached to a character. McKenna Sloan aka Ghost.
With Mckenna's dark persona, I just knew there was something dreadful that had happened in her past; and why she became the way she is.She's very secluded, doesn't make friends, keeps to herself and makes no connections with anyone. She gets involved on jobs with the LCR, but leaves without notice.Her story is dark and revealing.I'm so glad she got her own book, there's so much about her and it was written to perfection. There's one thing I'm grateful for, the Perp (every womans nightmare) no matter what,couldn't steal her heart. She's an astounding Heroine, flaws and all. I'm still sitting here reeling my thoughts on who I loved more, McKenna or Lucas? I can honestly say, I can't choose. Lucas is every womans dreams. Not once did he go all caveman and make Mckenna's decisions for her. My heart just melted for these two characters, they're just down right amazing in every way possible!
Lucas Kane was abducted and McKenna was the young woman who had rescued him. In the midst of his rescuing, Lucas felt a draw to her. Before he could thank her for all her help, she just ups and disappears. The need to find this remarkable woman put him on a mission to search for her. The first place he goes to, is the LCR team. When that fails, Lucas hires a private investigator, before he gets any results, McKenna shows up on his doorstep, but only for one reason. To tell Lucas to stop searching for her. There's a strong attraction between these two, but with Mckenna's past she's afraid to show any kind of emotion to anyone for fear they would be endangered.
8years and McKenna is still living in shadows steering clear from Damon Hughes, the Sickest SOB that was ever created! Her ex-boyfriend not only killed her parents for getting in the way of their relationship but, raped and mutilated her outta anger. He was convicted and sent to jail, then supposedly escaped from prison and died. More like he lived, and is doing everything in his power to regain McKenna back.
Over Lucas's Dead Body! Lucas gets involved and it's the only time he goes all caveman and wants to eliminate the threat that McKenna lives with everyday. He sorta,had the right intentions but he gets between Mckenna's op mission to save a girl Damon aka Sickest SOB ever created, abducts a girl he thinks is McKenna. All hell breaks loose, a lot of twist and turns happens in this novel there's so much to say,but I'll stop here, I don't wanna reveal too much. There's definitely revenge and a sweet HEA!
McKenna finally surrenders to the man who's stolen her heart and gives her everything she well deserves. Lucas, gives her happiness,love and comfort, something she thought she would never feel again.All Lucas wants is a lifetime of Forever. That is exactly what McKenna intends to give him. A fruitful,of all you can eat desserts! Hehehe... This couple is explicitly wicked and wanton. I loved them too pieces!
Favorite Qoute:
"She met him in the middle of the room, her expression one of such wonder and beauty that Lucas's already tight chest constricted even more. He closed the distance between them and said huskily, " You came home." Her smile holding every promise he could hope for, she whispered,"Yes." Pulling her into his arms,he asked "For how long?" Her heart in her eyes,she whispered the word Lucas ached to hear: "Forever."
Awe! Be still my beating heart! I loved this book! I hope the next book can live up to this novel or better :D
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March 28, 2018
“You know where home is, my love.”
Lucas Kane is having a very bad day. First he suffered from food poisoning, then he was kidnapped by an idiot. But then things started to look better when he was saved by a mysterious woman who calls herself Ghost. But before he could find out more about his Ghost, she vanishes. But Lucas doesn’t give up easily, and he will do anything in his power to find the woman who captured his interest.
Mckenna Sloan made the biggest mistake of her life when she was young. One that cost her everyone that she loved. And for years she has been hiding from the monster who ruined her life. Saving lives makes her feel better about herself. And she doesn’t care what it costs her to rescue them. What she can’t afford is to get close to anyone, especially not Lucas Kane, whom she has admired for years because of the good he does for those in need. But being with him makes her feel safe, something she hasn’t felt in a lot of years. But nothing good can come of it, and she can’t risk another person she loves.
Mckenna is one of the strongest heroines I’ve ever read about. The horrific things done to her by Damon, the monster, would have broken most people. And the fact that she lost her entire family because of him. But she survived all of that, and risks her life to save those who others prey upon. I loved her vulnerability and her strength.
I just love a man who knows what he wants, and goes after it. Lucas Kane is my kind of hero. He’s sexy and charming, and wonderful. The way he pursued Mckenna, and how patient he was with her, knowing her traumatic past, and how difficult it was for her to trust anyone, just made me love him.
The romance was fantastic. The chemistry between these two was so profound and beautiful.
It’s so difficult to find a romantic suspense where the suspense doesn’t overshadow the romance. The balance in this book between suspense and romance was perfect. And the plot regarding Mckenna’s past was wonderfully written and gripping.
I love this book, and would recommend it to anyone who loves RS. A definite must read.
May 2, 2010
LOVED IT!! Definitely the best one of the series! I can't even get all my thoughts in order to write a review right now. I'll try to come back and do one though. But if you have been following this series, do not hesitate to read this one. It's definitely an amazing story!
October 9, 2011
Last Chance by Christy Reece
(Last Chance Rescue #6)
There are certain things I have come to expect when picking up a Christy Reece novel. One, I’m going to get a great story full of suspense or mystery, and great characters with tortured pasts and swoon worthy heroes . Reece does not disappoint, in fact this is arguably (with myself) the best installment in the series so far. Not since Eden St. Claire from Rescue Me has there been a more awesome heroine in this series.
The elusive McKenna Sloan has been hiding from her tortured past, Damon Hughes, who has been searching for her for the past eight years. Taking freelance jobs to keep her from being tied down in one place so that she can run at a moments notice McKenna has taken on some jobs from Noah McCall with the LCR. One of these jobs put her in the position to rescue Lucas Kane, a wealthy English businessman. During the rescue it seems that Lucas didn’t need her assistance much, able to handle himself unexpectedly better than that of a typical business tycoon, in fact he ends up saving her. Because of McKenna’s past she always keeps everyone at arms length, never forming relationships in fear that Damon will find her once again and cause harm to anyone she cares for. McKenna and Lucas have an instant attraction for each other, which is something novel for McKenna since all her experience with men have been horrid, starting with Damon Hughes.
After the rescue op that involved Lucas, he has been unable to get McKenna out of his mind, even sending investigators out in search of her, and finally going to Noah McCall for help in finding her, only to hit a dead end there too. After McKenna finds out he’s looking for her, she goes and finds him. She spends the day with Lucas, and finds herself falling into an easy friendship with him, another novel situation for her. Lucas treads cautiously with her, in fear she will bolt at any given moment. McKenna thinks she can walk away from Lucas and never look back, no matter how much she wants to stay, so that he will be safe from Damon. But like a moth to a flame, she can’t seem to stay away, and that can only lead to trouble in the long run. Finally McKenna says goodbye to Lucas with the promise of never returning, as she sets out on her next assignment….. Finally going after Damon Hughes.
But Lucas has plans of his own, and secrets he’s keeping from McKenna. This can only be a recipe for disaster.
I loved this book so much, it surpassed my expectations, from the story, to the kick-ass heroine, and Lucas Kane who earned his “swoon worthy” title. Reece can also write some really twisted villains, and Damon Hughes is one sick demented puppy. I have read this series slowly, and I’m glad I have because it always pulls me from my book slump. This has been a wonderful series, and I’m really looking forward to the rest. I also liked what I hope is the addition of a new character, and story for Dylan. As I’ve said before, she weaves her books, and characters together nicely. There’s usually a little history on them as you go through the series leading up to “their” book. In my opinion Reece’s writhing gets better with each book. I’m not sure I could get tired of this series, I have enjoyed coming back to it again and again.
(Last Chance Rescue #6)
There are certain things I have come to expect when picking up a Christy Reece novel. One, I’m going to get a great story full of suspense or mystery, and great characters with tortured pasts and swoon worthy heroes . Reece does not disappoint, in fact this is arguably (with myself) the best installment in the series so far. Not since Eden St. Claire from Rescue Me has there been a more awesome heroine in this series.
The elusive McKenna Sloan has been hiding from her tortured past, Damon Hughes, who has been searching for her for the past eight years. Taking freelance jobs to keep her from being tied down in one place so that she can run at a moments notice McKenna has taken on some jobs from Noah McCall with the LCR. One of these jobs put her in the position to rescue Lucas Kane, a wealthy English businessman. During the rescue it seems that Lucas didn’t need her assistance much, able to handle himself unexpectedly better than that of a typical business tycoon, in fact he ends up saving her. Because of McKenna’s past she always keeps everyone at arms length, never forming relationships in fear that Damon will find her once again and cause harm to anyone she cares for. McKenna and Lucas have an instant attraction for each other, which is something novel for McKenna since all her experience with men have been horrid, starting with Damon Hughes.
After the rescue op that involved Lucas, he has been unable to get McKenna out of his mind, even sending investigators out in search of her, and finally going to Noah McCall for help in finding her, only to hit a dead end there too. After McKenna finds out he’s looking for her, she goes and finds him. She spends the day with Lucas, and finds herself falling into an easy friendship with him, another novel situation for her. Lucas treads cautiously with her, in fear she will bolt at any given moment. McKenna thinks she can walk away from Lucas and never look back, no matter how much she wants to stay, so that he will be safe from Damon. But like a moth to a flame, she can’t seem to stay away, and that can only lead to trouble in the long run. Finally McKenna says goodbye to Lucas with the promise of never returning, as she sets out on her next assignment….. Finally going after Damon Hughes.
But Lucas has plans of his own, and secrets he’s keeping from McKenna. This can only be a recipe for disaster.
I loved this book so much, it surpassed my expectations, from the story, to the kick-ass heroine, and Lucas Kane who earned his “swoon worthy” title. Reece can also write some really twisted villains, and Damon Hughes is one sick demented puppy. I have read this series slowly, and I’m glad I have because it always pulls me from my book slump. This has been a wonderful series, and I’m really looking forward to the rest. I also liked what I hope is the addition of a new character, and story for Dylan. As I’ve said before, she weaves her books, and characters together nicely. There’s usually a little history on them as you go through the series leading up to “their” book. In my opinion Reece’s writhing gets better with each book. I’m not sure I could get tired of this series, I have enjoyed coming back to it again and again.
October 26, 2011
WOW!absolutely wonderful read,loved Lucas-McKenna,the sufferings McKenna had to go through cause of that maniac stalker just creeped me out badly and as rightly mentioned by Lucas,McKenna is a very brave courageous strong woman who endured so much pain and lost her whole family yet she never broke down she carried on and kept fighting,Noah-Samara-Lucas all helped McKenna in healing,loved the way Lucas in the start itself accepts his feelings for McKenna and starts making efforts to bring his love happiness in his life,though i disapprove of Lucas having investigate out McKenna, this book had me glued from start till end with twist n turns at end enjoyed every bit of it
Overall a wonderful read
Recommend it
Overall a wonderful read
Recommend it
April 15, 2010
Absolutly awesome book, the last in Christy Reece's Last Chance series and definatly my favourite. Mckenna has a torrid past which she has been runnng from for years! She helps LCR in their rescues and comes upon Logan.......one man who makes her question her feelings and makes her want to run even more.
If u have read her Reece's other books i urge you to carry on and read this one u will not be dissappointed!!!!
If u have read her Reece's other books i urge you to carry on and read this one u will not be dissappointed!!!!
December 19, 2021
Last Chance
3 Stars
Series note: Once again the focus is on a couple introduced in an earlier book. Nevertheless, Reece recaps all the important points in the prologue, and the book can be read as a standalone.
The story starts out well with the build-up of tension both in terms of Lucas and McKenna's romance and the details concerning McKenna's past. Unfortunately, the plot loses believability in the second half, and the final twist is obvious early on.
Lucas is an intriguing combination of alpha bad-ass and caring lover. His patience and gentleness with McKenna are very endearing. That said, the fact that he is paternalistic and condescending.
McKenna is an appealing heroine. She is strong and resilient, and one cannot help admire the way in which she turns the trauma of her past into an opportunity not only for self-empowerment but also into a method for helping others.
As with the previous villains in the series, McKenna's nemesis is truly vile, but his obsessive and twisted monologues are a bit much after a while. Moreover, it is annoying that .
Overall, a fast-paced and engaging read, but Reece needs to work on the credibility of her endings.
3 Stars
Series note: Once again the focus is on a couple introduced in an earlier book. Nevertheless, Reece recaps all the important points in the prologue, and the book can be read as a standalone.
The story starts out well with the build-up of tension both in terms of Lucas and McKenna's romance and the details concerning McKenna's past. Unfortunately, the plot loses believability in the second half, and the final twist is obvious early on.
Lucas is an intriguing combination of alpha bad-ass and caring lover. His patience and gentleness with McKenna are very endearing. That said, the fact that he is paternalistic and condescending.
McKenna is an appealing heroine. She is strong and resilient, and one cannot help admire the way in which she turns the trauma of her past into an opportunity not only for self-empowerment but also into a method for helping others.
As with the previous villains in the series, McKenna's nemesis is truly vile, but his obsessive and twisted monologues are a bit much after a while. Moreover, it is annoying that .
Overall, a fast-paced and engaging read, but Reece needs to work on the credibility of her endings.
September 24, 2011
4.5 stars--At the urging of fellow GR Reader Shawna, I picked up this book because it's a prequel of sorts to the 8th book, Sweet Revenge> that comes out next month. I'm reading this series out of order, and that doesn't really bother me. I've never been an order purist. And I think these stories can stand firmly on their own.
Last Chance is the story of McKenna Sloan, who at the age of seventeen watched her psycho boyfriend, Damon, murder her parents and little sister, was kidnapped by aforementioned boyfriend, but made a lucky escape. The good news is that Damon was arrested and convicted of murder. The bad news is that he faked his death in a prison fire and now lives a like of wealth and crime while spending every waking moment looking for McKenna, who has been on the run since she realized he was still alive. Whew! That is some serious angsty backstory.
Now McKenna lives in a crappy Paris apartment and works as a freelance operative for Last Chance Rescue, using all of her time and effort to somehow atone for her family's death. When she meets the hero, Lucas Kane, he's the very victim she's been charged with rescuing. Over the course of the rescue some spark is ignited between them, and when he's back home in London, he can think of nothing but the woman who rescued him, the woman who called herself Ghost.
One of the most fascinating aspects of this novel was the parallels Christy Reece drew between creepy obsession and love. Both Damon and Lucas are determined to have McKenna, but there is a big difference between them and their motives and actions. Whereas Damon wants to keep McKenna to do his bidding, and to control her, Lucas wants to cherish McKenna and take care of her. Each man buys clothes for her, but while Damon wants to use the clothes to re-create the McKenna of the past, Lucas just wants her to have nice things. It's a fine line, but their motives make all the difference.
Something I've figured out about LCR books after reading a couple of them is that they are larger than life. Almost like a Harlequin Presents but mixed with romantic suspense. The lives these characters live are not easy. The heroes and heroines in these books are tortured in the most literal sense of the word. Which makes their HEA that much sweeter. Because they deserve it after what they've been through. I can't wait to read the next one. I think I'll read the next from the second trilogy while I wait for Sweet Revenge to come out. I've met enough of the regular players in this series, that I want them all to get their HEA. And isn't that what romance--even romantic suspense--is all about?
Last Chance is the story of McKenna Sloan, who at the age of seventeen watched her psycho boyfriend, Damon, murder her parents and little sister, was kidnapped by aforementioned boyfriend, but made a lucky escape. The good news is that Damon was arrested and convicted of murder. The bad news is that he faked his death in a prison fire and now lives a like of wealth and crime while spending every waking moment looking for McKenna, who has been on the run since she realized he was still alive. Whew! That is some serious angsty backstory.
Now McKenna lives in a crappy Paris apartment and works as a freelance operative for Last Chance Rescue, using all of her time and effort to somehow atone for her family's death. When she meets the hero, Lucas Kane, he's the very victim she's been charged with rescuing. Over the course of the rescue some spark is ignited between them, and when he's back home in London, he can think of nothing but the woman who rescued him, the woman who called herself Ghost.
One of the most fascinating aspects of this novel was the parallels Christy Reece drew between creepy obsession and love. Both Damon and Lucas are determined to have McKenna, but there is a big difference between them and their motives and actions. Whereas Damon wants to keep McKenna to do his bidding, and to control her, Lucas wants to cherish McKenna and take care of her. Each man buys clothes for her, but while Damon wants to use the clothes to re-create the McKenna of the past, Lucas just wants her to have nice things. It's a fine line, but their motives make all the difference.
Something I've figured out about LCR books after reading a couple of them is that they are larger than life. Almost like a Harlequin Presents but mixed with romantic suspense. The lives these characters live are not easy. The heroes and heroines in these books are tortured in the most literal sense of the word. Which makes their HEA that much sweeter. Because they deserve it after what they've been through. I can't wait to read the next one. I think I'll read the next from the second trilogy while I wait for Sweet Revenge to come out. I've met enough of the regular players in this series, that I want them all to get their HEA. And isn't that what romance--even romantic suspense--is all about?
August 7, 2011
Just finished Christy Reece's latest book in the LCR series. The best one yet!! I intend to write a glowing review when I have time to get my thoughts and feelings in order. Amazing though - you don't want to miss this one!
April 28, 2010
Fantastic Book. I could not put the book down.The sad thing is I now have to wait until her next book comes out.
July 27, 2012
This is my favorite in the series so far. I like how Ms. Reece doesn't hold back on the gory details, no matter how uncomfortable it makes the reader. She has a knack for not only making me root for the good guys, but really, REALLY want to torture the bad guys. The villain in this book is truly evil.
Lucas is a sweetheart of a man and isn't afraid to show it. He feels an instant attraction to McKenna and though he knows she is in hiding, he keeps on trucking until he finds her. When he realises what she's hiding from, *shivers* that's when his protective, chest beating male tendencies start to become apparent. I LOVE the part of a story when the hero stakes his claim. And Lucas not only does it when he saves McKenna, but he also does it in the bedroom. The sex is HOT in here, people! Surprisingly, actually. I wasn't expecting it, which made it even hotter.
Nice solid romantic suspense, heavy on the emotion. Loved it!
Lucas is a sweetheart of a man and isn't afraid to show it. He feels an instant attraction to McKenna and though he knows she is in hiding, he keeps on trucking until he finds her. When he realises what she's hiding from, *shivers* that's when his protective, chest beating male tendencies start to become apparent. I LOVE the part of a story when the hero stakes his claim. And Lucas not only does it when he saves McKenna, but he also does it in the bedroom. The sex is HOT in here, people! Surprisingly, actually. I wasn't expecting it, which made it even hotter.
Nice solid romantic suspense, heavy on the emotion. Loved it!
August 18, 2012
If you need a good romance this is the book to choose. You can't help but to fall in love with both the main characters. You will also get your sizzling hot romance, suspence, and emotions pulled to a great ending! It was a keeper for me and a hope that the writer will keep the books coming!
May 10, 2010
4.5 stars. A great finish to the 'chance' series! Best of the three. Looking forward to more!
November 26, 2017
This was a great addition to this series. I loved the twist at the end for McKenna. She deserved some additional happiness on top of the romantic resolution. I also liked that although Lucas was not part of LCR, he factored majorly in her rescue.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 21, 2010
Review by C.M. Lessard for RomanceNovelNews.com
British Billionaire Lucas Kane is more than just a successful businessman. He’s a skilled assassin, at least he was until his father’s death made him change careers and focus on the family business.
But when he is kidnapped from his hotel and held for ransom in South America, it’s a young blond beauty named McKenna Sloan who saves him. Known as the Ghost, she disappears without a trace. Unable to put the mysterious woman out of his mind, Lucas utilizes his resources to track her down.
He discovers McKenna is on the run from dangerous stalker named Damon Hughes who killed her family in an effort to completely possess her. He was also extremely brutal, leaving physical and mental scars.
Damon, a fugitive believed dead, is even more powerful and determined to find her. Damon’s men abduct a woman who is a dead ringer for McKenna. With the life of an innocent at risk, McKenna comes out of hiding to face her biggest fear.
Christy Reece provides a thrilling storyline about a couple who are operatives with separate covert agencies. McKenna feels betrayed when she learns Lucas took matters into his own hands to draw Damon out of hiding.
Reece provides an extraneous secondary storyline about a longtime associate who embezzled money from Lucas’ company. Although the storyline is not necessary to the plot, it is an opportunity to show Lucas is compassionate.
Reece’s characters use unique techniques, such as a martial arts throat caress that can temporarily incapacitate and a new drug that freezes vocal chords and renders a victim unable to speak.
This story is filled with twists and turns with an ending readers may not expect.
Christy Reece is also the author of “No Chance,” and “Second Chance.”
British Billionaire Lucas Kane is more than just a successful businessman. He’s a skilled assassin, at least he was until his father’s death made him change careers and focus on the family business.
But when he is kidnapped from his hotel and held for ransom in South America, it’s a young blond beauty named McKenna Sloan who saves him. Known as the Ghost, she disappears without a trace. Unable to put the mysterious woman out of his mind, Lucas utilizes his resources to track her down.
He discovers McKenna is on the run from dangerous stalker named Damon Hughes who killed her family in an effort to completely possess her. He was also extremely brutal, leaving physical and mental scars.
Damon, a fugitive believed dead, is even more powerful and determined to find her. Damon’s men abduct a woman who is a dead ringer for McKenna. With the life of an innocent at risk, McKenna comes out of hiding to face her biggest fear.
Christy Reece provides a thrilling storyline about a couple who are operatives with separate covert agencies. McKenna feels betrayed when she learns Lucas took matters into his own hands to draw Damon out of hiding.
Reece provides an extraneous secondary storyline about a longtime associate who embezzled money from Lucas’ company. Although the storyline is not necessary to the plot, it is an opportunity to show Lucas is compassionate.
Reece’s characters use unique techniques, such as a martial arts throat caress that can temporarily incapacitate and a new drug that freezes vocal chords and renders a victim unable to speak.
This story is filled with twists and turns with an ending readers may not expect.
Christy Reece is also the author of “No Chance,” and “Second Chance.”
April 20, 2011
I read a review that someone else wrote that said the last chapter of this story was unnecessary. I completely disagree. The last chapter of the book is an important part of the happy ending. McKenna went from being a sweet 16 girly girl to living in the shadows always afraid and hiding her feminity as a way to keep people from noticing her. Giving McKenna a "cinderella story" ending was something the character dererved, and I absolutely think Reece did the story justice by providing it. If you don't believe in true love, romance and happy endings in your books, then don't read romance novels, duh!
The Last Chance Rescue Organization (LCR)is a brilliant foundation for this series. It provides sexy, strong, compassionate heroes to do dangerous things and either fall in love with other operatives, or sometimes the ones they have to save. This series has the potential to go on for a lot of books.(let's hope it does) I also like that Reece provides all the excitement and suspense of the rescue missions without getting too wrapped up in the details of how. Cause if she did that, it would be just another Jason Bourne story. Passionate intimate moments shared between characters, but not overly done or too wordy. The passion in the story comes more from the situation, the build-up of sexual tension between characters and the inner/outter monologue than the description of the sex acts themselves. So basically it is enough to get you heated and connected to the characters passion but not make you feel like your reading a porn script, he he.
And that's my take on this author, this series, rather than this particular book, but the important part is to read this series if you have not already done so :0)
The Last Chance Rescue Organization (LCR)is a brilliant foundation for this series. It provides sexy, strong, compassionate heroes to do dangerous things and either fall in love with other operatives, or sometimes the ones they have to save. This series has the potential to go on for a lot of books.(let's hope it does) I also like that Reece provides all the excitement and suspense of the rescue missions without getting too wrapped up in the details of how. Cause if she did that, it would be just another Jason Bourne story. Passionate intimate moments shared between characters, but not overly done or too wordy. The passion in the story comes more from the situation, the build-up of sexual tension between characters and the inner/outter monologue than the description of the sex acts themselves. So basically it is enough to get you heated and connected to the characters passion but not make you feel like your reading a porn script, he he.
And that's my take on this author, this series, rather than this particular book, but the important part is to read this series if you have not already done so :0)
August 25, 2017
Lukas let this down for me.
So McKenna aka the Ghost has been mentioned a few times in recent books. She has some terrible secret that makes her afraid to let people touch her but she is a valued associate of LCR. She helped rescue Lukas from the evil Victor (although Luke apparently also helped himself quite a lot) and since then he has been trying to find her.
At the start I really liked the Luke McKenna dynamic. He was portrayed as a bit of a superhero: part of a secret organisation that even LCR has never heard of; billionaire playboy; CEO of multinational company; and uncanny ability to read people's emotions/faces. But, notwithstanding that, he could see that McKenna was really skittish and he gave her everything she needed.
Then about two-thirds of the way through the book he decided he would fix things for her. He knew best, he would do this "for her own good". In fact he made an almighty cock-up. And McKenna's reaction did not work for me. She went from being a kick-ass LCR associate to a little woman who needs to be looked after!
Otherwise the story was great. Damon was a truly scary villain - although I question how he amassed his wealth in eight years.
I also thought the "twist" at the end was a bit trite - think about it for 5 minutes and it is a bit implausible. Guess we know who's coming up next?
So McKenna aka the Ghost has been mentioned a few times in recent books. She has some terrible secret that makes her afraid to let people touch her but she is a valued associate of LCR. She helped rescue Lukas from the evil Victor (although Luke apparently also helped himself quite a lot) and since then he has been trying to find her.
At the start I really liked the Luke McKenna dynamic. He was portrayed as a bit of a superhero: part of a secret organisation that even LCR has never heard of; billionaire playboy; CEO of multinational company; and uncanny ability to read people's emotions/faces. But, notwithstanding that, he could see that McKenna was really skittish and he gave her everything she needed.
Then about two-thirds of the way through the book he decided he would fix things for her. He knew best, he would do this "for her own good". In fact he made an almighty cock-up. And McKenna's reaction did not work for me. She went from being a kick-ass LCR associate to a little woman who needs to be looked after!
Otherwise the story was great. Damon was a truly scary villain - although I question how he amassed his wealth in eight years.
I also thought the "twist" at the end was a bit trite - think about it for 5 minutes and it is a bit implausible. Guess we know who's coming up next?
July 17, 2010
McKenna works for Last Chance Rescue and makes her living by saving lives. She has a history of disappearing and only reappear when someone is in danger. When a woman is kidnapped, McKenna decides to help.
She rescued Lucas and then wasn't heard from again. He spends half a year trying to find this "ghost". When she finds out that he is searching for her, her curiosity gets the best of her.
McKenna isn't looking for a relationship. She doesn't even like to be touched, and she has a very valid reason. When she disappears again, Lucas sets off to find her once again.
Last Chance is the first book that I have read by Christy. It certainly won't be the last! I love McKenna and her strong nature. She's one of those characters that you fall in love with.
She rescued Lucas and then wasn't heard from again. He spends half a year trying to find this "ghost". When she finds out that he is searching for her, her curiosity gets the best of her.
McKenna isn't looking for a relationship. She doesn't even like to be touched, and she has a very valid reason. When she disappears again, Lucas sets off to find her once again.
Last Chance is the first book that I have read by Christy. It certainly won't be the last! I love McKenna and her strong nature. She's one of those characters that you fall in love with.
May 17, 2013
A truly traumatized heroine on the run from an obsessive psycho who robbed her of a life for years. An undercover bada$$ hero who gave up his deep undercover government work to take his fathers place in charge of a billion dollar company. He gives her a Cinderella life and she give him something to look forward to in his life. The lack of crazy misunderstandings and the strength of their relationship was a nice change from the last few I've read so I went with them all the way.
This was really a lovely romance wrapped up in a creepy sadistic story. We finally get an op that goes awry (that never happens! Lol) and we also get to meet the next hero&heroine who are of course another messed up.
This was really a lovely romance wrapped up in a creepy sadistic story. We finally get an op that goes awry (that never happens! Lol) and we also get to meet the next hero&heroine who are of course another messed up.
March 25, 2011
Damon - The most despicable evil villain. Lucan and McKenna - the sweetest couple. Found myself rushing though the book because I couldn't wait to find out what happened. The only downer is now I have to wait until August for the next book. Lucas and McKenna are definitely worth a re-read just to savor their relationship unfolding. Each of the LCR operatives has overcome adversity which makes for an exciting page turning story. Last Chance was just a WOW!!! Looking forward to reading about Honor, and especially Dylan and Jamie in the next installments.
October 1, 2012
I have been the hugest fan of LCR since I won my 1st book in one of Christy's competitions and I am a forever fan.
Out of all of the LCR books this is my favourite for 2 reasons:-
1. I absolutly love the characters, they come alive on the page and I love their chemistry and...
2. Because my name is in the back of the book - :-) Oh yeah!
This book takes pride and place on my bookshelf and NO-One is allowed to touch it! lol
Out of all of the LCR books this is my favourite for 2 reasons:-
1. I absolutly love the characters, they come alive on the page and I love their chemistry and...
2. Because my name is in the back of the book - :-) Oh yeah!
This book takes pride and place on my bookshelf and NO-One is allowed to touch it! lol
August 29, 2015
4.5 stars
This one just may be the best of the series so far. I adored Lucas Kane - where can I get a man like that?
This one just may be the best of the series so far. I adored Lucas Kane - where can I get a man like that?
December 25, 2012
Once again I'm in love.....
December 27, 2021
I gave Christy Reece 4/5 go. Only one book I liked. I'm a fan of romantic suspense. But she's kinda ruining it for me. Nope no more Christy Reece for me. I can't stand her characters. Specially her Hs. They're so egoistical and obnoxious. And all heroins melt like a goo whenever they appear. McKenna was supposed to be the assassin, strong, wraith full character. But she became so dumb later it was annoying. All she does is go to Lucas and tell him "she shouldn't have come" "she should go" while doing nothing. It became repetitive at one point. And Lucas's action bothered me so much. He broke her trust more thn once. He was manipulating McKenna. He searched her history without respecting her privacy. And he never even admitted it. Pretended when she finally trusted him and revealed everything. The audacity! And his plan on being the white knight? Handling her like a little girl? Boyyy do I hate CR Hs? They tame all strong hs. Why? Yes I do. They don't even grovel!!!! They had sex and heroins forgive everything. Yep that's it I'm not reading anything else from her. Gave enough thoughts.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 2, 2012
Sixth in the Last Chance Rescue romantic suspense series revolving around the employees of Last Chance Rescue (LCR), an organization that is the last chance to get back loved ones. The couple focus is on Lucas Kane and McKenna, the Ghost.
My Take
What is it with psychopaths like Damon?? Reece writes so credibly about his character and his motivations...and I don't get it. Intellectually, yes. I understand that people like him do exist. Is there any chance a test could be developed to weed people like this out in their childhood?? I know, I know, how very Hitler-esque of me! Eeeeeek. It may be we simply need to license parents. Be sure that they are psychologically able to want and raise a child. Heck, we require a license to drive a car. Raising a child for 18 years or thereabouts before turning them loose on society ought to require an ability to not abuse that child! Emotionally and morally, I don't get it. It just blows my mind how Damon justifies everything he does.
This story expands upon Lucas' rescue in No Chance and it is an interesting tale of a partial rescue and a definite escape. We also finally learn about McKenna's past.
Oh, I love how playful Samara and Noah are. Samara notices chocolate on Noah's chin and he suggests she come lick it off, but then realizes that a meeting is about to start. Instead, Samara promises that they can pick up some more chocolate for later…
This sums Damon up: "...he would never regret killing McKenna's parents. They'd deserved to die. He did, in his weakest moments, wish that he hadn't made her watch."
It's a story of extremes. Damon and his obsessions. Lucas and his fascination. *Laughing*, McKenna with her appetite! Lucas could watch her eat forever. He amazes me with his patience. I also love his business goals: taking care of his employees, helping the helpless, and making the world a better place. It's both heartwarming and frustrating to watch McKenna want and fear a relationship as she veers back and forth between desire and terror.
Lucas' plan is a good one and he seems to be a very skilled operator from his past and training with IDC so why he is suddenly so stupid is absolutely beyond me.
The Story
It has to stop. Lucas Kane has got to stop looking for her. McKenna simply cannot have friends lest they be destroyed. It seems the only way to get Lucas to stop his search is to be found. But it doesn't do any good. If anything Lucas is more involved with this "captivating and enchanting McKenna" who is "absolutely terrified".
It will be a slow, painful courtship. Lucas is taking a long view for he wants her in his life forever. First he needs to become her friend. They are well on their way until Noah calls about a kidnapping. A woman who looks exactly like McKenna has been taken. It's McKenna's fault and she has to find her.
Lucas has his own plans to stop Damon Hughes. Neither LCR nor Lucas are paying attention to how smart the pervert is and they will pay for that.
The Characters
McKenna Sloan is the Ghost. Not a regular employee of LCR, she slips in and helps out when she can. Her primary goal is to escape the notice of Damon Hughes. The man who destroyed her family.
Lucas Kane of Kane Enterprises was kidnapped in No Chance and was given the chance to escape by McKenna. Something about her caught his eye. And his heart. Now, he'll do whatever is necessary to find her again. A billionaire's son, Lucas has some very hidden depths. Philip Kane was Lucas' father. A man always searching to replace his beloved wife. Stanley Humphries is/was his father's friend and employee. Now, he's Lucas' problem. Lucas met Jared Livingston when they both worked for IDC, now Jared is Lucas' main investigator. Conrad is Lucas' butler and very much approves.
Noah McCall was one of the men who started up Last Chance Rescue. Now, he's married to Samara Lyons (Return to Me) who handles the counseling for their operatives and they have a son, Micah. Dylan Savage and Aidan are LCR employees and Raphael wants to work for them.
Jamie Kendrick just happens to look a lot like McKenna. A resemblance that is both a curse and a blessing. Special Agent Honor Stone (Second Chance) gets a mention.
Victor Lymes used to have a thriving business buying and selling the people he kidnapped until McKenna.
Damon Hughes is a predator. He delights in schooling a woman to obey his slightest whim. But, he only does it to make her happy. Yeah, right... All the success he's had has all been for McKenna and one day she'll be back in his arms where she belongs gag. Margret is his housekeeper and deeply in love with him. She'll do anything for him. Anything. Elliott and Simon have been with him for years. Carlos Ortez is an investigator Damon employs strictly to find McKenna. Lilly is another of Damon's captives, damaged almost beyond belief, and a willing source.
The Cover
It's a pretty cover with the top fourth a solid purple with the author's name in white. The remaining three-fourths is a gradient moving from orange to yellow affecting the image of Lucas as he bends over McKenna, caressing her arm, kissing her shoulder even as she tilts back and turns her head to kiss him along his jaw.
The title is all about Last Chances for McKenna to resolve her past and Lucas to win the woman he loves.
My Take
What is it with psychopaths like Damon?? Reece writes so credibly about his character and his motivations...and I don't get it. Intellectually, yes. I understand that people like him do exist. Is there any chance a test could be developed to weed people like this out in their childhood?? I know, I know, how very Hitler-esque of me! Eeeeeek. It may be we simply need to license parents. Be sure that they are psychologically able to want and raise a child. Heck, we require a license to drive a car. Raising a child for 18 years or thereabouts before turning them loose on society ought to require an ability to not abuse that child! Emotionally and morally, I don't get it. It just blows my mind how Damon justifies everything he does.
This story expands upon Lucas' rescue in No Chance and it is an interesting tale of a partial rescue and a definite escape. We also finally learn about McKenna's past.
Oh, I love how playful Samara and Noah are. Samara notices chocolate on Noah's chin and he suggests she come lick it off, but then realizes that a meeting is about to start. Instead, Samara promises that they can pick up some more chocolate for later…
This sums Damon up: "...he would never regret killing McKenna's parents. They'd deserved to die. He did, in his weakest moments, wish that he hadn't made her watch."
It's a story of extremes. Damon and his obsessions. Lucas and his fascination. *Laughing*, McKenna with her appetite! Lucas could watch her eat forever. He amazes me with his patience. I also love his business goals: taking care of his employees, helping the helpless, and making the world a better place. It's both heartwarming and frustrating to watch McKenna want and fear a relationship as she veers back and forth between desire and terror.
Lucas' plan is a good one and he seems to be a very skilled operator from his past and training with IDC so why he is suddenly so stupid is absolutely beyond me.
The Story
It has to stop. Lucas Kane has got to stop looking for her. McKenna simply cannot have friends lest they be destroyed. It seems the only way to get Lucas to stop his search is to be found. But it doesn't do any good. If anything Lucas is more involved with this "captivating and enchanting McKenna" who is "absolutely terrified".
It will be a slow, painful courtship. Lucas is taking a long view for he wants her in his life forever. First he needs to become her friend. They are well on their way until Noah calls about a kidnapping. A woman who looks exactly like McKenna has been taken. It's McKenna's fault and she has to find her.
Lucas has his own plans to stop Damon Hughes. Neither LCR nor Lucas are paying attention to how smart the pervert is and they will pay for that.
The Characters
McKenna Sloan is the Ghost. Not a regular employee of LCR, she slips in and helps out when she can. Her primary goal is to escape the notice of Damon Hughes. The man who destroyed her family.
Lucas Kane of Kane Enterprises was kidnapped in No Chance and was given the chance to escape by McKenna. Something about her caught his eye. And his heart. Now, he'll do whatever is necessary to find her again. A billionaire's son, Lucas has some very hidden depths. Philip Kane was Lucas' father. A man always searching to replace his beloved wife. Stanley Humphries is/was his father's friend and employee. Now, he's Lucas' problem. Lucas met Jared Livingston when they both worked for IDC, now Jared is Lucas' main investigator. Conrad is Lucas' butler and very much approves.
Noah McCall was one of the men who started up Last Chance Rescue. Now, he's married to Samara Lyons (Return to Me) who handles the counseling for their operatives and they have a son, Micah. Dylan Savage and Aidan are LCR employees and Raphael wants to work for them.
Jamie Kendrick just happens to look a lot like McKenna. A resemblance that is both a curse and a blessing. Special Agent Honor Stone (Second Chance) gets a mention.
Victor Lymes used to have a thriving business buying and selling the people he kidnapped until McKenna.
Damon Hughes is a predator. He delights in schooling a woman to obey his slightest whim. But, he only does it to make her happy. Yeah, right... All the success he's had has all been for McKenna and one day she'll be back in his arms where she belongs gag. Margret is his housekeeper and deeply in love with him. She'll do anything for him. Anything. Elliott and Simon have been with him for years. Carlos Ortez is an investigator Damon employs strictly to find McKenna. Lilly is another of Damon's captives, damaged almost beyond belief, and a willing source.
The Cover
It's a pretty cover with the top fourth a solid purple with the author's name in white. The remaining three-fourths is a gradient moving from orange to yellow affecting the image of Lucas as he bends over McKenna, caressing her arm, kissing her shoulder even as she tilts back and turns her head to kiss him along his jaw.
The title is all about Last Chances for McKenna to resolve her past and Lucas to win the woman he loves.
August 27, 2017
Good story.
Ms. Reece is on of my favorite authors. Her characters are so well defined. Many times, books in a series are so repetitious that when you read one, you have read them all. Not so with the LCR series. Each book brings along the familiar background characters. And, always, the new character stories each book introduces makes for a truly fresh and enjoyable read.
Ms. Reece is on of my favorite authors. Her characters are so well defined. Many times, books in a series are so repetitious that when you read one, you have read them all. Not so with the LCR series. Each book brings along the familiar background characters. And, always, the new character stories each book introduces makes for a truly fresh and enjoyable read.
June 9, 2017
OMG! Just wow!!!!
Totally loved this book! Knew McKenna's story would be tough going but it was so captivating! Think one of the best in the series so far and who wouldn't love Lucas?! Totally recommend!!
Totally loved this book! Knew McKenna's story would be tough going but it was so captivating! Think one of the best in the series so far and who wouldn't love Lucas?! Totally recommend!!
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