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The Last Letter: A Novel Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Rebecca Yarros (Author), Teddy Hamilton (Narrator), Jennifer Stark (Narrator),
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 54,496 ratings
#1 Best Seller in Military Romance
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“The Last Letter is a haunting, heartbreaking and ultimately inspirational love story.“ (InTouch Weekly)

Beckett,

If you’re reading this, well, you know the last-letter drill. You made it. I didn’t. Get off the guilt train, because I know if there was any chance you could have saved me, you would have.

I need one thing from you: get out of the army and get to Telluride.

My little sister Ella’s raising the twins alone. She’s too independent and won’t accept help easily, but she has lost our grandmother, our parents, and now me. It’s too much for anyone to endure. It’s not fair.

And here’s the kicker: there’s something else you don’t know that’s tearing her family apart. She’s going to need help.

So if I’m gone, that means I can’t be there for Ella. I can’t help them through this. But you can. So I’m begging you, as my best friend, go take care of my sister, my family.

Please don’t make her go through it alone.

Ryan

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  1. Listening Length
    13 hours and 23 minutes
  2. Author
    Rebecca Yarros
  3. Narrator
    Teddy Hamilton, see all
  4. Audible release date
    April 23, 2019
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Audible Studios
  7. ASIN
    B07QP97BKW
  8. Version
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    Audiobook
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Listening Length 13 hours and 23 minutes
Author Rebecca Yarros
Narrator Teddy Hamilton, Jennifer Stark
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date April 23, 2019
Publisher Audible Studios
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B07QP97BKW
Best Sellers Rank #134 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#1 in Military Romance (Audible Books & Originals)
#5 in Contemporary Romance (Audible Books & Originals)
#10 in Military Romance (Books)

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Customers praise the book for its engaging story about love, loss, struggle, and resilience. They find the writing quality excellent, with words that come right off the page. Readers connect with the well-developed characters and feel an instant connection with them. The book is described as lighthearted and humorous, making readers laugh and smile at various points. Overall, customers describe the book as a great read that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

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1,143 customers mention "Story quality"1,128 positive15 negative

Customers enjoyed the story. They found it engaging, emotional, and a must-read. The book was described as beautiful and well-written.

"Emotionally draining at times but such a great read! Beckett is my hero. He was the perfect boyfriend and husband" Read more

"Rebecca Yarros delivers a profoundly moving and unforgettable story in The Last Letter...." Read more

"...Splendidly done and well worth reading. I have no regrets and feel glad to have gone on this journey through loss and life with Ella and Beckett." Read more

"...You will need a box of Kleenex near you. And Gentry is wonderful. I would love more stories from his unit." Read more

354 customers mention "Love story"312 positive42 negative

Customers enjoy the love story. They find it touching, with a good romance and heartache. The book restores hope in love and life. Readers appreciate the parental love expressed in the book. Overall, the book is described as family-oriented and romantic.

"...Beckett is my hero. He was the perfect boyfriend and husband" Read more

"...All while at the same time restoring hope in love, life, fate and destiny...." Read more

"...This story isn’t just a romance—it’s an emotional gut punch that leaves you wrecked in the best, most cathartic way...." Read more

"...And thankfully she threw in some good romantic parts and a little laughter. I couldn’t put the book down. Nor the tissues as I just kept crying...." Read more

283 customers mention "Writing quality"263 positive20 negative

Customers enjoy the writing quality of the book. They find it well-written and emotional, with an unexpected ending. The narration is appreciated. Readers find the characters relatable and easy to love. The story touches on various topics including military, medical, trauma, romance, and action.

"...its characters navigating life’s highs and lows in a way that feels deeply authentic...." Read more

"I cried. Beautifully written. Absolutely numb after reading it. Will be needing a few days (possibly weeks) to recover. ❤️❤️❤️" Read more

"...What a beautiful story— well written and relatable, pulls through all the emotions. A top fave of mine!" Read more

"...Rebecca Yarros is an amazing writer and really brings her characters to life. You won’t be disappointed- make sure to have tissues." Read more

207 customers mention "Character development"193 positive14 negative

Customers enjoy the well-developed characters. They feel an instant connection with them and appreciate the author's gradual exploration of their personalities. The characters seem realistic, even though they are fictional.

"This book is good and pulled me in from the beginning. The characters are well developed and you find yourself wanting the relationships to work and..." Read more

"...Rebecca Yarros is an amazing writer and really brings her characters to life. You won’t be disappointed- make sure to have tissues." Read more

"...The characters are so raw, so real, and so easy to love that you can’t help but root for them, even as you brace yourself for what’s coming...." Read more

"...Nor the tissues as I just kept crying. I loved this book, the characters, the hurt, the happy. All of it." Read more

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Customers find the book engaging. They describe it as lighthearted, romantic, and well-written. The book has moments of humor, romance, and warmth that captivate them. It puts life in perspective and makes them think about wasted time.

"This was a beautiful novel, full of all those good feelings, laughter and sorrow...." Read more

"...There is so much loss and heartache yet hope and love that keeps you turning the pages...." Read more

"...I shed more than a few tears and had many laughs. This is a must read!" Read more

"...And thankfully she threw in some good romantic parts and a little laughter. I couldn’t put the book down. Nor the tissues as I just kept crying...." Read more

123 customers mention "Readability"94 positive29 negative

Customers enjoy the book's engaging narrative that keeps them hooked from start to finish. The author draws readers in and makes them care about the characters.

"...is as heartfelt as it is compelling, weaving a narrative that keeps you enthralled and emotionally invested...." Read more

"This book is good and pulled me in from the beginning...." Read more

"...The characters are so raw, so real, and so easy to love that you can’t help but root for them, even as you brace yourself for what’s coming...." Read more

"...Beautiful story telling. Hard read if you are a parent, but worth it." Read more

1,159 customers mention "Emotional content"803 positive356 negative

Customers have different experiences with the emotional content of the book. Some find it heartwarming and full of good feelings, while others find it heartbreaking and numbing. The ending is unexpected for some readers.

"...Her ability to evoke such powerful emotions and create characters who feel like real people is a testament to her skill as a storyteller...." Read more

"...and you find yourself wanting the relationships to work and feeling the love all around. This book is heartbreaking and will make you cry...." Read more

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"Emotionally draining at times but such a great read! Beckett is my hero. He was the perfect boyfriend and husband" Read more

142 customers mention "Pacing"99 positive43 negative

Customers have different views on the pacing of the book. Some found it fairly fast-paced and enjoyed the journey, while others felt it left them devastated and sobbing.

"Rebecca Yarros delivers a profoundly moving and unforgettable story in The Last Letter...." Read more

"...There is so much loss and heartache yet hope and love that keeps you turning the pages...." Read more

"...This book is greatly written, but I was not prepared to have my heart ripped out and stomped on...." Read more

"...makes you understand the power of survival in tough times and a great reminder that love can conquer all even the greatest demons within ourselves...." Read more

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The love they all had for each other came through in this story. Was not prepared for the ending. It ripped my heart out and had tears running down my face to the very last page and beyond. This story will stick with me for a while. Beautifully written!
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  • Norma L. Heidrich
    5.0 out of 5 stars Tear jerker but worth every tear
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2025
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    This has just become one of the best books I’ve ever read. It is very well written. The character are so real and relatable. I definitely recommend this book but make sure you keep the tissues handy. I wish I could write more but right now I’m at a loss for words.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars This book will rip your heart out
    Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2025
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    This book is good and pulled me in from the beginning. The characters are well developed and you find yourself wanting the relationships to work and feeling the love all around. This book is heartbreaking and will make you cry. You will need a box of Kleenex near you. And Gentry is wonderful. I would love more stories from his unit.
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  • Jennifer Redeker
    4.0 out of 5 stars Heartbreaking
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2025
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    This book took me forever to read cause I could just feel what was going to happen, and I didn’t want it to. Still a good read:)
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  • MARLENE SLATER
    5.0 out of 5 stars excellent gripping novel
    Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2025
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    Emotionally draining at times but such a great read! Beckett is my hero. He was the perfect boyfriend and husband
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  • CreedReads
    5.0 out of 5 stars Book Review: The Last Letter by Rebecca Yarros
    Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2024
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    Rebecca Yarros delivers a profoundly moving and unforgettable story in The Last Letter. As a first-time reader of her work, I was immediately struck by the power of her storytelling. From the very first page, Yarros masterfully draws readers into a tale that is as heartfelt as it is compelling, weaving a narrative that keeps you enthralled and emotionally invested.

    The story’s emotional depth is unmatched, with its characters navigating life’s highs and lows in a way that feels deeply authentic. Just as you think you’ve settled into the rhythm of the plot, Yarros delivers a twist that is as devastating as it is brilliantly executed. The raw vulnerability of her characters in the face of heartbreak is gut-wrenching, yet amid all the sorrow, the beauty and resilience of the human spirit shine through.

    Yarros’s writing is nothing short of extraordinary. Her ability to evoke such powerful emotions and create characters who feel like real people is a testament to her skill as a storyteller. Though The Last Letter will leave your heart aching, it is also a poignant reminder of the enduring strength of love and hope.

    This is a book that will stay with you long after you’ve turned the last page. A must-read for anyone who appreciates deeply emotional, beautifully written stories.
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  • Amanda Stuyvesant
    5.0 out of 5 stars gutwrenchingly beautiful
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2025
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    This book broke me in the most heartbreaking, beautiful way. Wonderfully written with fantastic characters. If you’re okay with sobbing hysterically, I definitely recommend.
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  • Su C
    5.0 out of 5 stars What do I say.....
    Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2025
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    This was a beautiful novel, full of all those good feelings, laughter and sorrow. I had to com back to put this tribute on the list because I was so overcome by emotion and the conclusion of this story.
    Anyone who knows me will tell you that I'm not the touchy feely or emotional type, but the pathos and yearning, love and sacrifice reduced me to tears. So, (deep sigh), thank you for a job well done.
    I lost my brother when he was 42 and no one can tell you how to act or handle the overwhelming emotions.....you just put one foot in front of the other and lean on those who are your friends and who love you.
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  • Michele
    5.0 out of 5 stars this broke me
    Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2025
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    Its a beautifully gut wrenching story. Be prepared to sob. Its a story about love, loss, struggle, and resilience. I now have a love and hate relationship towards Rebecca, she broke me with this one.
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  • Annie Tasaka
    5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful & emotional.
    Reviewed in Canada on December 20, 2024
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    4.5⭐️ This book gutted me, I ended up in a puddle of tears. It got me right from the start. By page 40 I had cried already. This book would have been 5 stars for me if it wasn’t for the ending that just felt like too much.

    So just like I was, I am warning you, this is an emotional read and you should check your triggers before reading.

    All that being said it was still a beautiful read. I love Ella and how she would do anything for her kids. I love Havoc, we don’t deserve dogs like her. Beckett, Maisie and Colt. All in my heart forever.

    I have loved all of Rebecca’s writing but I am ready to get back to dragons.
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  • Client d'Amazon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Laugh, cry and feel the story like it’s real
    Reviewed in France on November 30, 2024
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    This novel will get your attention, make you feel real people, make you laugh, cry…a lot and then put you back together in a realistic way. Such a heartfelt story that I completely recommend!
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  • Saida Mohamed
    5.0 out of 5 stars Emotional ending
    Reviewed in Germany on September 22, 2024
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    Cried towards the end, I will never forget this book.
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  • Tanita Dawn De Bruyn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Just buy loads of tissues...seriously!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 25, 2024
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    If you are familiar with military service you know all about the 'The Last Letter'. A letter and a promise to his best friend leads an Army serviceman, Beckett, to a family and a chance at a love that he never thought he deserved.

    Beckett Gentry is stunned when his Army buddy Ryan MacKenzie hands him a letter from Ryan’s sister, Ella. Having grown up in foster homes after being abandoned by his mother, Beckett is wary of attachments—until he reads Ella’s letter. Ella, a single mother, lives with her twins, Maisie and Colt, at Solitude, the resort she runs in Telluride, Colorado. Their correspondence begins, though Beckett can only identify himself by his call sign, Chaos.

    After Ryan’s death during a mission, Beckett travels to Telluride at his friend's request, in his last letter. He bonds with the twins and falls deeply in love with Ella. Reluctant to reveal details of Ryan’s death and risk causing her pain, Beckett chooses not to disclose that he is Chaos. When Maisie needs treatment for neuroblastoma, Beckett formally adopts the twins to support Ella and her children. As Beckett and Ella’s romance blossoms, questions are raised about the adoption, forcing Beckett to confront the truth about the letters from Chaos (AKA himself) and Ryan’s death, risking the loss of the family he loves.

    Beckett and Ella are sympathetic protagonists whose past experiences make them cautious about love. Beckett never knew the security of a stable home life, while Ella’s impulsive marriage to her high school boyfriend ended when he discovered she was pregnant. Their romance unfolds slowly with the letters they exchanged playing a pivotal role in their connection.

    Rebecca’s writing is crisp and sharp, with poetic passages that avoid being extravagant. While the love story is the book’s focus, the subplot involving Maisie’s illness is equally well-developed, and the bond between Beckett and the twins is heartfelt and sincere. His relationship with Colt already had me from the beginning and I was not prepared to have my heart ripped from my chest with that storyline. I still can't think about it with crying.

    I hope all the talk of tears and sadness doesn’t deter anyone from reading this story. There's an abundance of hope and laughter in The Last Letter, and while the sad parts are impactful and harsh, so is the happiness. I love that, no matter what challenges they face, neither Beckett nor Ella ever give up. Their shared experience of loss makes their determination even more heartening and reassuring.

    I can believe why this book made such an impactful mark and it will forever hold a very special place in my heart. It's an absolutely fantastic read—a heartbreaking yet realistic portrayal of romance, military life, and the unexpected trials life throws at you. I can't imagine a world without this story. I loved every minute of it and I am off to as many of them as I can from Rebecca because apparently, I never learn.
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    Tanita Dawn De Bruyn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Just buy loads of tissues...seriously!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 25, 2024
    If you are familiar with military service you know all about the 'The Last Letter'. A letter and a promise to his best friend leads an Army serviceman, Beckett, to a family and a chance at a love that he never thought he deserved.

    Beckett Gentry is stunned when his Army buddy Ryan MacKenzie hands him a letter from Ryan’s sister, Ella. Having grown up in foster homes after being abandoned by his mother, Beckett is wary of attachments—until he reads Ella’s letter. Ella, a single mother, lives with her twins, Maisie and Colt, at Solitude, the resort she runs in Telluride, Colorado. Their correspondence begins, though Beckett can only identify himself by his call sign, Chaos.

    After Ryan’s death during a mission, Beckett travels to Telluride at his friend's request, in his last letter. He bonds with the twins and falls deeply in love with Ella. Reluctant to reveal details of Ryan’s death and risk causing her pain, Beckett chooses not to disclose that he is Chaos. When Maisie needs treatment for neuroblastoma, Beckett formally adopts the twins to support Ella and her children. As Beckett and Ella’s romance blossoms, questions are raised about the adoption, forcing Beckett to confront the truth about the letters from Chaos (AKA himself) and Ryan’s death, risking the loss of the family he loves.

    Beckett and Ella are sympathetic protagonists whose past experiences make them cautious about love. Beckett never knew the security of a stable home life, while Ella’s impulsive marriage to her high school boyfriend ended when he discovered she was pregnant. Their romance unfolds slowly with the letters they exchanged playing a pivotal role in their connection.

    Rebecca’s writing is crisp and sharp, with poetic passages that avoid being extravagant. While the love story is the book’s focus, the subplot involving Maisie’s illness is equally well-developed, and the bond between Beckett and the twins is heartfelt and sincere. His relationship with Colt already had me from the beginning and I was not prepared to have my heart ripped from my chest with that storyline. I still can't think about it with crying.

    I hope all the talk of tears and sadness doesn’t deter anyone from reading this story. There's an abundance of hope and laughter in The Last Letter, and while the sad parts are impactful and harsh, so is the happiness. I love that, no matter what challenges they face, neither Beckett nor Ella ever give up. Their shared experience of loss makes their determination even more heartening and reassuring.

    I can believe why this book made such an impactful mark and it will forever hold a very special place in my heart. It's an absolutely fantastic read—a heartbreaking yet realistic portrayal of romance, military life, and the unexpected trials life throws at you. I can't imagine a world without this story. I loved every minute of it and I am off to as many of them as I can from Rebecca because apparently, I never learn.
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  • Aakansha
    5.0 out of 5 stars HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
    Reviewed in India on August 11, 2023
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    With the world obsessing over The fourth wing, and no means of getting my hands on it, I decided to read another Rebecca Yarros book just to experience her writing.
    The last letter is a beautiful military love story. I was hooked from the very first page. Beckett and Ella's story unfolds slowly. Their lives intertwining in the best way possible. There is just so much substance in this book. I cannot put into words the magic this book weaves. I only hope you experience what I did when you read this book, because it is truly one of the best books I have ever read.
    It makes you smile, it makes you believe in second chances and true love, it breaks your heart into a million pieces
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