The last beginning by Lauren James
Walker Books, 2016. ISBN 9781406358063
(Age: 13+) Recommended. Clove Sutcliffe is determined to solve the
mystery of Katherine and Matthew who vanished 16 years ago only to
be reincarnated at every key point in history. As Clove follows her
quarry from life to life, historical era to historical era, it seems
that she too is being stalked. Ella is as enigmatic as the mysteries
Clove must solve to unravel the past and secure her future.
The sequel to The Next Together, Lauren James's debut novel,
The Last Beginning, is a fitting follow on. The characters
are believable and the literary devices used at the beginning of
each chapter add credibility and interest. The book also provides
satisfying links with its prequel allowing for a truly satisfying
conclusion.
Ros Lange