One Last Chance - (Alaska Air One Rescue) by Susan May Warren

Action, adventure, romance, humor, faith, suspense, murder, what more can you ask for? This story has it all, Flynn Turnquist is a detective whose main focus is serial killers. Axel Mulligan is a former Coast Guard swimmer working for Air One Rescue in Alaska. Flynn's search for answers on her missing sister brings her to Alaska where she meets Axel. The action escalates as the two work together to stop a serial killer. The author does a fantastic job describing the Alaskan wilderness and the action packed adventures. I love the character development as the story moves along and the re-visit of characters from other series.

Susan May Warren has done it again! One Last Chance is a riveting tale of sorrow, suspense, and redemption. You can’t get much more beaten down than Axel Mulligan – unless you’re Flynn Turnquist. Drowning in regret, it’s only the hope of making a difference in the future that keeps them going. That very sense of purpose turns them both into the heroes that we readers love to see striding across the pages, saving lives while they save the day. Axel and Flynn do both in turn, but not without high cost to themselves. It’s that very struggle to determine what the best course of action is, what the right thing to do is, that makes you want to cheer each of them on. Axel’s the kind of hunky, hurting hero you want to sooth, but with Warren dribbling out his sad backstory, you’re not sure whether you’d rather clobber the villain or the author! And that’s the rub: it’s that very ability to draw you into the story and make you feel a part of the action that sets Warren’s novels apart from the rest. She creates the kind of novels that you can’t possibly put down, but how dare she put these loveable characters in such distress? That’s exactly why you need One Last Chance on your TBR list. It’s the perfect summer story, where you can enjoy a fast-paced adventure, whether you’re reading beside the pool, with your book club, or in an Alaskan forest. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. All opinions are my own.

“Now, it’s a race through Alaska to stay alive. And when tragedy strikes again, he must choose between rescue or redemption,” The back jacket explains Axel’s dilemma in Susan May Warren’s novel, One Last Chance. ~ What ~ The second book in the Alaska Air One Rescue series, this three-hundred-and-thirty-six-page advanced reader copy targets those who like a Christian contemporary romance about being on a rescue team in the Alaska wilderness while learning about second chances. Containing the word heck, topics of injury, murder, and death may not be appropriate for immature readers. The ending includes a teaser of the next book in the series, a note to the reader, the author’s biography, and advertisements. In this second book in the series, Alaskan rescue swimmer Axel has always been the hero, saving others while barely saving himself. When Flynn, an out-of-town detective, tries to find her lost sister, Axel has to take more than one chance to save her while keeping them both safe in the wild elements. As the two search for a serial killer, they must deal with their past guilt and blame by leaning on God’s will. ~ Why ~ This sequel is like a raging water that ebbs and tides as Axel and Flynn try to stay alive, be it in on land or in the water. I liked the vivid descriptions of the Alaskan terrain and how one must stay alert to stay alive. I appreciate how both protagonists wanted to always be in charge, yet each had to deal with their past experiences to find their true selves. ~ Why Not ~ Some may not like a series involving cold, dangerous Alaska and serial killers. Others may not care for one or two rather steamy kissing scenes. Like the prior book in the series, I found some of the characters and plot stereotypical at times. ~ Wish ~ Although there are prayers to God for help and answers, there is no mention of Jesus and the eternal plan of salvation, so any religion trusting any god could be construed. I prefer all pronouns of the Almighty capitalized for reverence. ~ Want ~ If you are into contemporary romances that include serial killers getting tracked down in the backwoods of Alaska, chances are you will enjoy this one and look forward to the next one. Thanks to Revell and Interviews & Reviews for this complimentary book. I am under no obligation to give a positive review.