The Last One

Name: The Last One
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781405923187
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An addictive post-apocalyptic thriller

By Alexandra Oliva

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Summary

The Last One by Alexandra Oliva is a gripping psychological thriller about a reality TV show that turns hauntingly real for its contestants. As the show unfolds in an isolated setting, the line between the game and reality blurs when an apocalyptic event occurs unbeknownst to the participants. This spine-tingling narrative explores survival instincts, the nature of entertainment, and human resilience.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this gripping book if you're a fan of survival thrillers mixed with psychological suspense. It artfully weaves a tale set against the backdrop of a reality TV show that turns dangerously real, exploring themes of isolation and resilience. Perfect for readers intrigued by the blurred lines between reality and artifice.

The Last One

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She wanted an adventure. But what if it never ends?

When Zoo agrees to take part in a new reality TV show, In The Dark, she's hoping for a challenge. Facing eleven competitors, she's prepared for her physical and mental strength to be tested in a series of unforgiving survival tasks.

But as her fellow contestants are overcome by hunger, injury, and psychological breakdown, Zoo becomes increasingly afraid. Because the deserted TV set and gruesome props are starting to feel all too real.

Is there something they're not telling Zoo about the world outside?

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Last One by Alexandra Oliva has received high praise for its innovative blend of reality TV culture and apocalyptic themes. Reviewers admire its gripping narrative and the character of Zoo, whose survival journey is both engaging and thought-provoking. The novel balances critique on media influence with a compelling story, making it an unsettling yet thrilling read that keeps readers guessing.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405923187

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 December 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 245g

Pages: 352

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Alexandra Oliva Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Penguin Books

About the Author

A graduate of Yale University, Alexandra Oliva grew up in a small town deep in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. She earned an MFA in Creative Writing from The New School University and undertook intensive wilderness survival training while researching The Last One. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and their brindled mutt, Codex. The Last One is her first novel.