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    The Last Boyfriend
    The Last Boyfriend
    The Last Boyfriend
    Audiobook10 hours

    The Last Boyfriend

    Written by Nora Roberts

    Narrated by MacLeod Andrews

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    About this audiobook

    Owen is the organizer of the Montgomery clan, running the family’s construction business with an iron fist—and an even less flexible spreadsheet. And though his brothers give him grief for his compulsive list making, the Inn BoonsBoro is about to open right on schedule. The only thing Owen didn’t plan for was Avery MacTavish.…

    Avery’s popular pizza place is right across the street from the inn, giving her a firsthand look at its amazing renovation—and a newfound appreciation for Owen. Since he was her first boyfriend when they were kids, Owen has never been far from Avery’s thoughts. But the attraction she’s feeling for him now is far from innocent.

    As Avery and Owen cautiously take their relationship to another level, the opening of the inn gives the whole town of Boonsboro a reason to celebrate. But Owen’s hard work has only begun. Getting Avery to let down her guard is going to take longer than he expected—and so will getting her to realize that her first boyfriend is going to be her last.…

    “No one writes relationships as well as Ms. Roberts, with the subtleties and quirkiness of the give-and-take of friendship and romance.” —Fresh Fiction

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBrilliance Audio
    Release dateMay 1, 2012
    ISBN9781455806973
    The Last Boyfriend
    Author

    Nora Roberts

    Nora Roberts is the bestselling author of more than two hundred romance novels. She was the first author to be inducted into the Romance Writers of America Hall of Fame. Since her first bestseller in 1991, Nora’s books have spent more than two hundred weeks in the number one spot on the New York Times bestseller list. There are more than five hundred million copies of her books in print, published in over thirty-four countries.

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    • 3/5
      This second book took me a bit longer to finish then the fantastic "The Next Always." While I love Avery, she seemed to be dragged down by way too much emotional baggage and had lost some of her sparkle that she showed in the first book. Owen felt like a stock character to me as well. With little moving this story forward, I only felt compelled to finish it because of the Lizzy story line, but even that felt bland compared to the first book. I hope the final book in the series has a little more zap to it, since Ryder and Hope definitely deserve to have a fireworks-laden affair. Recommended for those that want to make it through the trilogy.
    • 5/5
      Avery and Owen's story is such a fun one of friends for life turned to lovers. I so enjoyed how they began to see each other in a new light and how their relationship began tenuous at first - but quickly heated up. Avery's spunk is the perfect balance to Owen's organization in his own life and I thoroughly enjoyed reading about them.
    • 5/5
      Wonderful! Just as great as the first one. The narrator is amazing!
    • 4/5
      The Last Boyfriend is Nora Robert’s second book in the Inn BoonsBoro Trilogy. Since reading the first of this series, I have been anticipating the release of this book and wasn’t disappointed in the least. The Last Boyfriend was filled with such sweet romance that left me feeling fulfilled and wanting more long after the last page was turned. Owen and Avery have sparks that light up the sky and chemistry that leaves your blood sizzling. I’d completely recommend this book to anyone searching for a new romance and give it 4 out of five stars. Blurb: Owen is the organizer of the Montgomery clan, running the family's construction business with an iron fist - and an even less flexible spreadsheet. And though his brothers bust on his compulsive list-making, the Inn BoonsBoro is about to open right on schedule. The only thing Owen didn't plan for was Avery McTavishAvery's popular pizza place is right across the street from the inn, giving her a first-hand look at its amazing renovation - and a newfound appreciation for Owen. Since he was her first boyfriend when they were kids, Owen has never been far from Avery's thoughts. But the attraction she's feeling for him now is far from innocent.As Avery and Owen cautiously take their relationship to another level, the opening of the inn gives the whole town of Boonsboro a reason to celebrate. But Owen's hard work has only begun. Getting Avery to let down her guard is going to take longer than he expected - and so will getting her to realize that her first boyfriend is going to be her last.
    • 2/5
      O dear. Another sales/decorating brochure. If I wasn't a long time fan of NR I would have given up on this book before page 40. Luckily it improved a little bit after a while, but it was still far, far below her usual standard. Too much research, not enough emotion, tension etc.
      Again - apart from a short scene nearly at the end of the book - there's no tension between the main characters. They glide into love effortlessly... boringly. There's barely any story there.
      Sniff, I want the old Nora back.

      2,5 stars
    • 4/5
      This was a OK book. I like the first one in the trilogy better. This one didn't have as strong a plot as the last one and it seemed to move more slowly. Usually I zip through Nora Roberts' books but this one was slow for me. The characters were OK. I liked Sean better than Avery.
    • 3/5
      I'm enjoying these audiobooks a lot. I love the way Roberts writes the couple's stories but at the same time includes the entire family and friends stories too; so we're not having to lose any of our couples. And this setting around the Inn Boonsboro is just perfect. These books have been the perfect getaway during the day making my work life so much more relaxing.
    • 3/5
      This second book in The Inn Boonsboro Trilogy was a bit better than the first. All the characters have been fleshed out--even, to some degree, the ghost. I have my ideas as to how the third book will tie up the loose ends, but we'll have to wait to see if I am anywhere near the mark.
    • 4/5
      I really enjoy Nora Roberts. You can always count on her for delivering a nice romantic novel. This is the second book of the Montgomery brothers trilogy, at least that is what I call it. The trilogy is about three brothers and each book one of them falls in love. This trilogy is enjoyable because they are builders and they are improving the town. They are a very close family which makes it fun reading a family that has each other's backs but don't let you get away with anything. Throw in three female friends and it's a great mixture. I also like the added bonus of Lizzy the resident ghost at the Inn and how they all believe she is there and how they want to help her. I couldn't wait for this book to be published and can't wait for the third. I will be sad once I'm done with these characters. But it's a nice read and a nice escape.
    • 4/5
      Almost got four stars. It's a romance, but it rings true to life, both in the brothers' interplay and the types of misunderstandings between the lovers. I've been impressed by the amount of loving accurate detail given over to the renovation process. I thought the author must have experience; and so she has! She owns the real Boonsboro Inn and was involved with it's renovation. Turns out the whole downtown is true-to-life as well. That is sweet.
    • 3/5
      This second book in the series is an easy, light, enjoyable read. The edge from the first book didn't seem to materialize in this one. I think Hope and Ry could be an interesting story.
    • 4/5
      "Owen is the organizer of the Montgomery brothers, running the family's construction business with an iron fist - and an even less flexible spreadsheet. And though his brothers bust on his compulsive list-making, the Inn BoonsBoro is about to open right on schedule. The only thing Owen didn't plan for was Avery McTavish... Avery's popular pizza place is right across the street from the inn, giving her a first-hand look at its amazing renovation - and a newfound appreciation for Owen. Since he was her first boyfriend when they were kids, Owen has never been far from Avery's thoughts.

      Great read and falling in love with the characters and the setting of this quaint town! Read the excerpt of Book 3 -the Perfect Hope) -can't wait to read the book when it comes out in Nov to see what happens to the ghost Lizzy, and hopefully a little romance between Hope and Ryder! A great read! "
    • 5/5
      Loved this 3 book series!
    • 3/5
      I did like the male protagonist, Owen, but felt the female protagonist, Avery, was held back by her emotional baggage. I felt they were a good match, but I wish the author didn't focus so heavily on the inn. I understand she owns the real Inn Boonsboro, but I don't particularly care about every single suite in her inn or every tagged item of furniture. I am eagerly awaiting the final book in the trilogy, featuring the innkeeper and the eldest Montgomery brother.
    • 4/5
      Really great--some parts were laugh-out-loud hilarious! Likeable, interesting characters with witty, real dialogue!
    • 3/5
      Second one in the series this one about Avery and Owen.

    • 5/5
      I loved this series!
    • 5/5
      So good. This triology is Nora Roberts through and through love it!
    • 3/5
      I really enjoyed book one of the trilogy and couldn't wait to read book two. While the story was nice, in the end, I was a bit bored. I found myself wanting to flip forward pages (never a good sign). Our hero is almost too sweet and perfect, with no edge at all. I think book three has more promise as Ry will be an edgier hero than his brother was. Avery was likeable but it wasn't quite enough to sustain a book of this length. I wasn't bothered by the ghost story line, at least that added a little zest.
    • 4/5
      I didn't love Next Always so I had mixed reservations when I started to read Last Boyfriend and I LOVED this one. It made me almost want to give Next Always another try.

      Owen, the detail man, and Avery, the pizza shop owner and restauranteur, have been friends forever and soon they realize they mean more to each other than they cared to admit.

      There are some surprises which I loved and I have to admit I fell in love with Avery's dad Willy B... how could you not?

      One of my friends mentioned that it was hard to keep the cast of characters straight where I loved it, it made me feel part of the family.

      The first three chapters were a bit slow but once the action started I couldn't put it down.

      Also, Beckett and Claire's story is continued and you get to learn more about Lizzy the ghost.
    • 4/5
      I enjoyed this story more than the first title in this slightly paranormal trilogy by Nora Roberts. Avery and Owen's long history seemed to help speed the story along, plus the Inn is in its' final stages.
    • 3/5
      Exactly what I expect and want from a Nora Roberts novel - this was just what I needed to be reading when I read it.
    • 4/5
      Nora is as Nora does.
      Likeable characters, interesting setup.

      No real conflict, but there is a ghost and some over-50 hanky-panky.

      MacLeod Andrews' narration is enjoyable and smoother than the first in the trilogy.
    • 4/5
      Nora is as Nora does.
      Likeable characters, interesting setup.

      No real conflict, but there is a ghost and some over-50 hanky-panky.

      MacLeod Andrews' narration is enjoyable and smoother than the first in the trilogy.
    • 3/5
      The Inn at Boonsboro is almost finished and ready to accomodate guests. The first wedding at the Inn is Beckett, one of the sons and architect of the building, and Clara. One of the other brothers, Owen, is sweet on Avery. Avery manages The Vesta, which a restaurant specializing pizza and other Italian dishes. Avery's mom left her dad when she was twelve, so she isn't very trusting of people. The ghost of the Inn still makes herself known and the family are doing some research into her past as to who she is and who is the 'Billy" in her past.I can not wait to read the 3rd book to find out who the ghost really is and who might marry next.
    • 3/5
      The second installment in the Inn Boonsboro trilogy features pizzaria owner Avery MacTavish and second Montgomery son Owen. Avery is tiny, red-haired, energetic and scared by her mother's abandonment when she was young. Owen is methodical, fond of schedules and lists, and Avery. The lady ghost makes more appearances, and of course there are sparks between the soon to be matched in a third installment innkeeper Hope and final brother Ryder.This is a sweet, fluffy, not terribly surprising read - good for an afternoon curl-up, but not something you'll find yourself staying up all night to read.
    • 2/5
      Guilty pleasure. All of Nora Robert's heroines and heroes have nearly the same "voice" and ultimately, the story is the same, no matter what the details are. Sometimes it's just nice to read something like this, though...
    • 4/5
      Good vacation read. Relaxing small town story.
    • 4/5
      Owen Montgomery is an organised man, to a fault, however the only thing that can distract him is Avery McTavish. They were childhood sweethearts and although they drifted apart they're now starting to drift together.As usual you know where it's going, it was pretty predictable but the dialogue sparkled and the scene with Owen and his mum and her lover... oh man I laughed out loud at the three of them. Plus the occasional flashbacks he had. I'm smiling at the memory.Fairly typical Nora Roberts fare and you can almost see how she uses reality as a backdrop for forging a story around it.
    • 5/5
      Loved book 1, love book 2. What can I say, Nora Roberts once again knows what she is doing! LOVED IT!