The Last Flight is an extremely popular book right now. Julie Clark has done a great job writing a plot that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat until you are finished. Though is not my usual style of book and I thought it would not be in my comfort zone, I read it for a book discussion group and ended up really enjoying it. Though I would say, I did not want to read it at night alone in the house.
This is a story of two women who are stuck in relationships that are damaging to their wellbeing. For all the world to see, Claire Cook looks like she has the perfect life, a wealthy attractive husband, everything money can buy and working the charity circuit of social events. But under the makeup and beautiful clothes are the markings of an abusive marriage and Claire wants to escape.
When she runs into Eva who is also running away from a secret unhappy life she thinks she has found the answer to her problems. The two women decide to switch places and start their lives over.
Reading this psychological thriller is entertaining, but this novel is so much more. The topics of spousal abuse and love, family and a place to belong and feel needed are so strong throughout this novel. This book keeps looking at how the each decision you make along the way can change the trajectory of your life so easily.
It is always interesting when a fast well paced thriller can also give you something to think about as you enjoy the tantalizing plot.
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