Last One at the Party

Name: Last One at the Party
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SKU: 9781529332162
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An intriguing post-apocalyptic survivor's tale full of dark humour and wit

By Bethany Clift

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Last One at the Party by Bethany Clift explores the journey of one woman who appears to be the sole survivor after a deadly virus decimates humanity. Set in a hauntingly empty world, she embarks on an introspective quest for meaning, grappling with loneliness and her past as she attempts to forge a new life among the ruins. The narrative blends elements of science fiction and existential exploration, revealing deep insights into the human experience.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you enjoy post-apocalyptic narratives with a unique twist, focusing on the resilience and growth of a lone survivor navigating a transformed world. The compelling narrative combines emotional depth with a darkly humorous tone, ideal for readers who appreciate character-driven stories set in desolate yet thought-provoking settings.

Fleabag meets I Am Legend in this extraordinary novel of one woman's survival in the face of the end of the world. Who will she be now that she is completely alone?

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'A riotous, black-humoured tonic' Independent 'A masterpiece of modern fiction' Sophie Cousens

December 2023. The human race has fought a deadly virus and lost. The only things left from the world before are burning cities and rotting corpses.

But in London, one woman is still alive.

Although she may be completely unprepared for her new existence, as someone who has spent her life trying to fit in, being alone is surprisingly liberating.

Determined to discover if she really is the last survivor on earth, she sets off on an extraordinary adventure, with only an abandoned golden retriever named Lucky for company.

Maybe she'll find a better life or maybe she'll die along the way. But whatever happens, the end of everything will be her new beginning.

'Fresh, frank, funny' Elizabeth Kay 'Brilliant. Creepy, witty, laugh-out-loud and shudder-inducing' Harriet Walker 'Harrowing, unflinching and uplifting' Jennifer Saint 'Original, brutal, funny and hugely addictive!' Emma Cooper

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Last One at the Party by Bethany Clift receives high praise for its unique take on post-apocalyptic fiction, blending humour with haunting themes. Reviewers highlight its witty, darkly comedic approach to a pandemic scenario, often likening it to a dystopian Bridget Jones' Diary. The novel is commended for being both unsettling and laugh-out-loud funny, offering readers a fresh, emotional, and surprisingly uplifting narrative.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529332162

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 368

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Bethany Clift Fiction General Fiction Humour Sci-Fi & Fantasy Science Fiction

About the Author

Bethany Clift is a graduate of the Northern Film School and the Director of her own production company, Saber Productions. Her debut novel, Last One at the Party, was published in 2021 and the television rights have been optioned by Scott Free Films. Love & Other Human Errors is her second novel.