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What was meant to be a relaxing and romantic trip away before Calvin and Sadie became parents and spent time as just a couple before their bundle of joy came into their lives… started terribly when Calvin got an unexpected call and some unsettling and shocking news and from there it seems their little holiday away goes downhill.

This book was beautifully written and easy to keep up with and follow along, getting to know details about the characters and it didn’t take long for me to be completely hooked on the storyline and falling in love with the characters and eager to see where the story was going. This wasn’t a bad read. It’s not my typical read, so I was unsure if I’d like it or not but I’m glad I gave it a chance and most definitely will be reading more of the author's books!

I honestly think this is one of those books you need to go blind. You’ll get the best experience that way!


FOUR STARS
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The Last Trip kicks off with a dubious babymoon and escalates into a whirlwind of chaos! This psychological thriller is filled with unexpected twists and turns, offering an entertaining read. While I wasn't particularly fond of the characters, the plot and surprises were quite engaging. Just when you believe you've anticipated the next development, another twist appears, leaving you bewildered. 3.5 star read!

***audiobook review***

I just finished this audiobook, and honestly, it was a pretty solid listen.

First off, it was short. Perfect for a quick commute or a lazy afternoon doing some housework. That's a huge plus for me. It had good pacing and kept things moving, no dragging, just straight to the point.

It also had some twists. I was definitely hooked from the start. The beginning grabbed me, and I was all "Ooh, where's this going?"

Now, here's the "but." The ending... it kinda fizzled a bit for me. Not that it was terrible, just, well, not as exciting as the start.

Overall, it was still a good listen! If you're into quick, twisty mystery thrillers and don't mind if the ending isn't a total knockout, give it a go. You'll probably enjoy it!

Thank you to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for an ALC of this audiobook. I voluntarily listened and gave an honest review.

Kiersten Modglin is always full of crazy twists and turns and this one was no exception. I thought it moved a little slower than I was expecting or hoping for but the twists at the end were worth it. I listened to the audiobook and I liked the narrators a lot, they really brought the characters to life. Sadie and her fiance have planed a short getaway as a last trip before Sadie gives birth. Sadie wasn’t sure she wanted to be a mother but now that she can feel her daughter inside of her she knows this is the most magical thing that has ever happened to her. But nothing about the trip goes as planned and her perfect fiancé seems to have been keeping secrets. This was a super quick book and I definitely enjoyed it.

I'm not sure if my expectations were a little high or what, but this one was not my favorite. I felt it was too far-fetched. It was entertaining but overly unrealistic for me. I couldn't connect with the characters because of this. Calvin's affection irked me. The twist was surprising!
The story has enough to keep readers entertained, though. It just wasn't my cup of tea.
Thank you to the publishers for an ARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I'll still recommend to others!

𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐬𝐢𝐬
Just one final escape before the arrival of their little one… That’s the sole purpose of this getaway. But soon enough, unexpected visitors show up. When Calvin and Sadie opt for a peaceful babymoon in a secluded cabin nestled in the snowy mountains ahead of their first child’s birth, they envision a time to bond, unwind, and celebrate their growing family. However, before they can even settle in, shocking news hits them hard, leaving the couple in a state of disbelief. To complicate matters, their welcome at the rental is overshadowed by the peculiar behavior of the homeowners, and Sadie can’t shake the unsettling feeling that someone is watching her every move. As another alarming revelation surfaces, it shakes the very foundation of trust that Calvin and Sadie had built together. With uncertainty clouding their judgment about whom to rely on and how to proceed, their peaceful retreat spirals into a nightmare. If the couple fails to uncover the truth in time, this last getaway before parenthood could turn into their final adventure.

𝐌𝐲 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬
This book was an exciting and quick-moving domestic thriller infused with psychological suspense. It was filled with secrets, deceptions, and unexpected twists.. I appreciated how I was completely in the dark about the unfolding events. It's tricky to elaborate without giving anything away, but everything is intricately connected and wraps up beautifully! Regarding the audiobook, I enjoyed the dual narration. It complemented the alternating chapters between the two characters perfectly. I also found the blend of past and present timelines to be quite enjoyable.
Thank You @Netgalley and @ Dreamscape Media for allowing me to reviews this ALC.

I really enjoyed this book. The twists worked for me. I actually really liked the two women in this book. I liked their relationship and that they were working together.

Thank you netgalley for the ALC. The narrator was.exactly what I wanted and brought the story to life.

Kiersten Modglin fans, listen up. Her latest book, The Last Trip is coming soon. I just finished the audiobook and it was gripping.

4.5 ⭐️ | I should have know known Kiersten Modglin would throw in a crazy & unexpected twist!! The Last Trip was a GREAT suspense thriller that keeps eye brows raised, and forehead frowned as you try to decipher what is actually happening! Calvin a Sadie are newly engaged and expecting their first child. They decide to take a trip, sort of a last hoorah before the baby arrives, as they know their lives will change forever soon. Soon after they arrive at their cabin, Sadie begins to question is she in danger. Between the odd couple that owns the cabin continuing to show up and Calvin’s long lost adult daughter surfacing, Sadie beings to question those around her. But per usual in true Kiersten fashion, you won’t know what’s going on “until you know.” Abigail Reno & Jay Myers did great with the narration!

Highly highly recommend this novel. Thank you Dreamscape Media and NetGalley for this advanced listening copy. All opinions are my own.

Wow wow 😮 some big twists in this book. Most of it is packed in the last 30-25%

Another thriller by this author that I couldn’t put down. I could have easily read another book with these characters had the ending been a little different that left that door open.

I will complain () that the title and cover make zero sense.

I absolutely love Kiersten Modglin thrillers. She also has the uncanny ability to make me question my marriage with her books. And this one is no exception on both parts. There is intrigue, mystery, suspense. And she keeps me guessing. I love trying to figure out the ending, and never do. The twists are just so good. I highly recommend you go in blind. Another fantastic read by Kiersten. And the dual narrative audiobook was A+.

This book was really engaging and I really liked the plot twist. It was outrageous, but believable and I was shocked at the genius of it. It seemed super short, but character and plot development was sufficient to make it a good book. I liked the ending. The best of Modglin’s books I have read in a while! Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!

I’m a big Kiersten Modglin fan. The Last Trip is another short book/quick listen, but unfortunately this one felt a little too disjointed for me. For example, I thought the “last trip” they took was going to be more significant or take up more of the story, but then all of a sudden that was over and done. To me, it felt like a few different storylines forced into one plot. It’s definitely twisty and unexpected, I just didn’t find this one as enjoyable as her other books. I still recommend reading/listening if you enjoy Kiersten’s writing, like dual POVs and timelines, and want a quick book.

The narrators both did a fabulous job! This was actually my second book in a row narrated by Abigail Reno (completely unplanned). The production was well done.

Thank you NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for this ARC. This review will be shared on NetGalley and Goodreads.

Audio Pub Date Mar 04 2025

The Last Trip is a fast-paced thriller that will keep readers guessing until the very last page.

Calvin and Sadie are squeezing that babymoon in at the last minute. With only three weeks before her due date, they escape to a remote snowy cabin for a little rest and relaxation before their world is to be upended. Unfortunately, the cabin owners prove a nuisance the entire time they are visiting, and Sadie senses she’s being watched. Add in another shocking bit of news from her fiancé and this “last trip” is anything but relaxing.

This novel is a bit of a twist on the typical “isolated retreat” setting, with the added layer of a couple on the brink of a major life change. The fact that secrets start to surface definitely adds to the psychological suspense. Though the pacing kept me reading, the character motives lacked depth and some of the plot points felt a little too far-fetched. Sadie’s story is the quintessential beach read that entertains without requiring too much focus.

Thank you to NetGalley, Dreamscape Media, and author Kiersten Modglin for the advanced copy of the audiobook. The Last Trip is out on March 4th. All opinions are my own.

4.5/5
Excellent fast paced, short thriller. I like that Kiersten Modglin never wastes any time in her books.

The Last Trip by Kiersten Modglin

Calvin and Sadie decide to take a trip to a remote cabin shortly before the birth of their firstborn. Things are tense as just the day before, Calvin confessed he just learned he has a daughter. The cabin owners keep coming around and acting strange, adding more tension to their trip. As Sadie is getting more paranoid they decide to cut their short trip but upon arriving home, things are worse than before.

5⭐️

I loved this book, it was quick paced and completely unpredictable.

4.5 rounded up.

I’m a Kiersten Modglin fan so I raced to snap up the ARC when I saw she had a new book out. It didn’t disappoint!

Premise - a twisted love triangle between a creepy professor, his bisexual wife, and his hot young student results in murder when the babymoon of nightmares ends in revelation after unwelcome revelation.

Modglin is a master of plot and voice. The twists were expertly placed, the characters vivid and charming (even the bad guys had a psychopathic seductiveness), and I had to find out how this twisted plan turned out. I couldn’t trust anyone, it was so fun!

I listened to the audiobook, narrated by Abigail Reno and Jay Myers. Their reads were delightful and they each captured the spirit of their characters so well!

Thanks, NetGalley and Dreamscape Media, for the audio ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Title: The Last Trip
Author: Kiersten Modglin
Format: 🎧
Narrators: Abigail Reno and Jay Meyers
Publisher: Dreamscape Media
Genre: Psychological Thriller
Audiobook Pub Date March 4, 2025
My Rating: 4 Stars
Pages: 208

Story is told from the POV of Him and Her Now and then!
We meet Sadie Hawthorn and fiancé Calvin Moon as they are getting ready for their upcoming wedding as well as the birth of their baby daughter. Baby is due when they were planning to go on their honeymoon so decided to go on a on a babymoon in a remote cabin in the snowy mountains. They know life will change when baby arrives and this will be a fun change to relax, and get ready for their future.
It is Friday the 13th and Calvin a college professor comes home to tell Sadie he got some shocking news they need to process and perhaps not go on their vacation. Sadie is not happy with either news and stated she still want to go vacation.
When they arrive at the rental home they immediately experience some strange behavior from the homeowners. Later Sadie believes she is being watched. Weird things are going on that kept ne curious.

I did like this quick read! The ending was a surprise to me.
This is my Thirty-seventh Kiersten Modglin thriller.
Yes! I am a fan.
K-Mod always keeps me wanted to read her next story!

Want to thank NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for this early audiobook.
Publishing Release Date scheduled for March 4, 2025.

I was completely immersed in this short audio, drawn in from start to finish. The story captivated me, and I felt every twist and turn with my whole body, never knowing what to expect next. The unexpected twists kept me on the edge of my seat, making it a thrilling experience. While I didn’t fully anticipate the conclusion, it still left a lasting impression. The creativity and depth of the narrative were impressive, and I appreciated how the story kept me engaged the entire time. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I’m left wanting more!

The Last Trip
Was an excellent read with a very evil main character. Modglin is a master. Narrator was great.