Last Girl Breathing

A Novel

By: Court Stevens

Narrated by: McKenzie Fetters

A USA TODAY BESTSELLER!

Eight years ago, tragedy struck. Eight years ago, Lucy Michaels’ life changed forever. But under the surface of her small town lies a secret that could pull her under.

No one expected it to rain that much. But the rain kept coming, the dam broke, and lives were lost. Including five-year-old Clay Michaels, who was swept away in the floodwaters. Clay’s sister, Lucy, has never forgiven herself for her little brother’s death. She was supposed to hold on to him, to keep him from harm during that terrible night. She was supposed to protect him.

Now eight years later, seventeen-year-old Lucy is focused on two things: making the US Olympic air rifle team and protect­ing everyone in her life from any type of trauma. However, with graduation and the Olympics on the horizon, her world is once again shaken when tragedy strikes Grand Junction, and Lucy is right back in the middle of it.

Two of her closest friends have been hunted down in the nature preserve adjoining the town—the same plot of land where her younger brother died—and the fingers of suspicion are pointing everywhere in the community. The prime suspect? Lucy’s ex-boyfriend. The more Lucy uncovers about the secrets of those around her, the more she realizes that she, too, is a target—and that now is the time to face her past if she wants to have a future.

Last Girl Breathing is a page-turning hunt for the truth as Court Stevens once again creates nonstop suspense with characters who will break your heart.

• A stand-alone young adult thriller
• Perfect for fans of We Were Liars and The Good Girl’s Guide to Murder
• Also by Court Stevens: The June Boys and We Were Kings

Critic reviews

'Last Girl Breathing is a breakneck thriller set along the slow, snaking rivers of the South, a sweet-talking, hard-hitting, heart-wrenching whodunnit that keeps a reader guessing until its very last breath.'

Amazing!

Character development spot on! Amazing story. Didn’t see it coming! Fast story and ready! Wow!!!!!!

Eco crisis and 2nd amendment?

What is needed to protect the dam? Who is going to the Olympics and will this muster be solved? Loved this descriptive depiction of the Tennessee rivier! Well worth the read!

Loved it

This was a wonderful mystery that highlights areas in my hometown. It was easy to follow and it seemed like I was there. I would highly recommend, and I will read it again!

Best book yet by Court Stephens

What did I like? Everything. Great storytelling. Excellent character development and plot. Emotional and heart wrenching. This is the best book yet by author. As always, superb narration by McKenzie Fetters. Looking forward to next book already!