One Last Time

By: Corinne Michaels

Narrated by: Andi Arndt, Sebastian York

Length: 9 hrs and 4 mins

Publisher's summary

From New York Times best-selling author, Corinne Michaels, comes a new heartwarming standalone romance.

I'm getting really good at cutting my losses.

First, the husband. Divorcing him was the best decision I ever made. But between single-parenting and job-hunting, I can't catch my breath. When a celebrity blogging position falls into my lap, I'm determined to succeed.

That is, until I get my first assignment and actually see Noah Frazier for the first time...practically naked and dripping wet. My heart races and I forget how to form complete sentences. His chiseled abs, irresistible smirk, and crystal blue eyes are too perfect to be real. So, what do I do? Get drunk and humiliate myself, of course.

I'm ready to forget the awkward night, yet Noah has no intention of allowing me to move on. Instead, he arranges for me to write a feature on him, ensuring a lot more time together. One embarrassing moment after another, one kiss after another, and before I can stop myself, I realize - I'm falling in love with him.

But when the unthinkable happens, can I even blame him for cutting his losses?

What I wouldn't give for just one last time....

©2018 Corinne Michaels (P)2018 Corinne Michaels

A DELICIOUS AND DEEPLY FILLED DELIGHT

Another awesome love story.. delivered by a talented author who certainly knows how to write an emotionally simmering story that captured my interest, my imagination.. and my heart too as two very different worlds collided. Its loveable hero and heroine’s depth of character was a joy to witness as their understanding, mature attitudes.. and growing feelings of loyalty, lust and love for one another was well balanced as they learned how to tentatively co-exist, co-parent and co-habit during emotionally challenging times. The secondary characters of supporting loyal friends, family and little ones was a treasure. I was totally hooked by the rich colorful plot-line as every chapter slowly and deliciously revealed more. The hero and heroine were in their thirties which was a refreshing change.. and both had already experienced a love gone heartbreakingly wrong.. so this was a second chance for both of them to find their HEA.

Corinne Michaels started the book off with the heartbreaking ending of Kristin’s faded marriage and how it impacted on her’s, and her two children’s, lives. Slowly, with the help of her bffs, this strong, but mentally torn down heroine, tries to pick up the pieces of her shattered life.. and that’s when she’s introduced to a sexy, handsome heartthrob of an actor called Noah Frazier (who is VERY swoon, drool, sigh and dream worthy). Despite Kristin’s low self-worth and doubts, their chemistry is undeniable.. and Noah is instantly drawn.. captivated by a beautiful quirky woman who keeps warning that she comes with a lot of baggage. It doesn’t take long for these two wonderful characters to forge a friendship, get closer and have sexy times together.. but Kristin’s no.1 priority are her children’s welfare.. so it’ll take a little while longer (and a drama too) before determined Noah can finally claim his place.

Worth a credit? Yes.. over, and over.. and over again Corinne Michaels has previously wowed me with her Contemporary romances.. and this book was no exception - it was a rich and deeply filled delight that had sweet, heartbreaking, hot, humorous, sensual, sexy, touching, tender and loving scenes. However, there was some angst too created by an ex and drama created another way which caused disillusionment and heartache for a wee while. But, by the end of it all, this dual POV love story left me in a happy place, with a glow in my heart and a smile on my face. The words may have been written by Corinne.. but it was Andi and Sebastian’s fantastic narration that brought all the characters to life, made it sighworthy, made it pop, made it real.. and made it a 5 star perfect listen.

✫✫ 5 Stars ✫✫

I loved this book! This was a breath of fresh air for me because it was a starting over story with mature adult characters and mostly real life situations. Kristin was a great character because no matter what her kids come first and she started off a little beaten down but found herself and became a strong women. Noah is every women's dream, the guys who chases you and reminds you just how great you are. I loved how much he built her up and how mature he was even with her ex. The best part about this book is that the little drama there was, it was not because of immaturity by the main characters. This book left me feeling happy and a little mushy too!

The narration of course was great, both Andi and Sebastian are amazing narrators and they are music for my ears with any book.

The main character comes off as pathetic.

The way the character is written is already severely flawed in how one second she has no confidence and the next second she is all over a man she just met. Her inner dialogue comes off very pathetic and it made it difficult to listen to. The voice actor played into the “woe is me” dialogue and sealed the deal that the heroine is anything but. Even in the parts where she was trying to be strong, the voice actor still made her sound timid and as if she was questioning herself in her confident moments. The male actor- I just didn’t think is voice matched the description of the male lead, but I preferred his chapters because they weren’t laced with insecurity. I felt the plot was lacking, moved far too quickly and the main character wasn’t likable. I lost interest and struggled to finish the audible book. I preferred re-listening to other books rather than this new one.

'A-' rating...

My Review:
Overall: 4.25
Performance: 4.25
Story: 4.0

I've really enjoyed the books that I've read from Corinne Michaels and I can say with honesty that if you've enjoyed any of her other books, that you'll probably enjoy this one, too. It definitely has the same type of feel to it that the others have had. (Note: I've listened to most of her books on audio with these same two narrators and that may have helped all her stories have the same, similar feel to them that really may not be there if reading them without the audio.)

Something that Corinne Michaels does very well is the broken down, scorned woman and giving her a hero who can truly build her back up. This book was that same story line. When the book begins, it's at the beginning of Kristin's marriage blowing up, so we get an up close and personal about what a jerk her ex was and just how verbally abusive he was to her.

But that's where Noah comes in...the perfect guy. He's a movie star with gorgeous good looks who's never even been tempted into a relationship before...until he meets our heroine and then he's swept away.

I'll admit, the story felt a little far-fetched this time around, but that may be because I've read it all before...or the familiarity to the narrators like I mentioned before. I truly do NOT believe it is a fault within the book. I've just read several of these stories before, but honestly if I'd read this one first, I have no doubt I would have adored the story. And I did still really enjoy it...don't get me wrong. The writing is tight and entertaining and I liked listening to the audiobook.

This is every woman's fantasy...have the perfect movie star (our american version of a prince, right?) come in and fall at the normal, housewife's feet and fall helplessly in love with her. What's not to love?

One last time

This story was written well. Brought back some real memories of my divorce. Loved the audible too. I didn’t plan on a non stop read. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Worth the credit 🔥

Noah is such a good hearted character, how could you not get into this single mommy romance? Andi Arndt's narration was superb, but Sebastian York takes this male character to another yummy level. Even with the baby daddy/new girlfriend drama this was one sexy listen.

GREAT LOVE STORY FROM BEGINNING TO END

I loved ever minute of this book. I was pleasantly pleased and surprised with the ending and this one is worth the credit. Great narration as always and I can listen to this book over and over👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

A Must Listen Book!

Anytime that I select a Corinne Michaels book I know that I’m in for a treat. I just devour her stories up and can’t stop reading/listening until the end. Noah and Kristin’s story was beautiful, heartfelt and just what I needed right now. As always Andi Arndt and Sebastian York sizzled, bringing these characters to life as only they can.

Boring

Sorry, the whole storyline and plot fell flat for me. Everything was very predictable. There is nothing exciting about the romance, no real tragedy, no passion, nothing for me. Thumbs down. Wasted my audible credit on this book.

Addicting! Amazing!

What a wonderful love story! It’s played out perfectly! Readers do a great job. It’s a recommendation by far!

Noah and Kristin!

Kristin has spent years trying to be the perfect wife and the perfect mother to give her kids the family she believes they deserve even when her husband consistently belittles her. Their marriage reaches a breaking point, and she finds herself on the cusp of divorce as she tries to create a new life for her and children while keeping peace with her ex-husband which is proving to be more difficult than she imagined.

Noah is a successful actor who is friends with her best friend’s husband and has agreed to give her an article for an online celebrity magazine. From their first meeting there was no denying the chemistry between but she raises feelings in him that he hasn’t felt in decades and he wants more. He is falling in love not only with her but her children as well but their pasts could create a challenge they might not be able to overcome.

Noah is the perfect combination of sweet and swoony as he shows Kristin that she is perfect just the way she is and loves her children as her own while although she was cautious in the beginning once she gave Noah her heart she wasn’t about to let anyone or anything come between them. An epic love with all the feels will keep you captivated from beginning to end. The narrators did a great job with not only the characters but with emotion of the story as well.

Excellent

I enjoyed listening to this book it was both funny and sad in parts and I thoroughly enjoyed it .

Pretty fantastic

Lately I've been trying to get my mitts on any of this authors work I can, and when the opportunity came to listen to and review a copy of this fell into my lap, I snapped it up. I was all set for it be a heart wrenching read, but luckily it wasn't, but it was really kinda witty, kinda hot and while the conflict was a bit..far fetched, other than that, this was a sweet, fun time. Kristen is coming out of a marriage when she meets Noah who's a movie star and their connection is instant. Add in the cute kids and always on point voice of Andi Arndt and Sebastian York? You have a winner.

such an amazing audiobook

I loved everything about this audiobook! The storyline was captivating, heartwarming just steamy. I loved every single one of the characters and their roles within the storyline. The pace was perfect, it wasn't dragged out or it wasn't rushed. Everything was realistic and I loved every minute of it The narrators were perfect and fit the characters perfectly.

Overall I loved this audiobook and I would definitely recommend it.

Thank you to Valentine PR to a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

Second chances!

Single mom Kristen finds herself trying to adjust to her new life. Recently separated from her husband, she is beginning a new life with her kids. A writer by trade, she takes a job as a celebrity blogger, and her first interview is Noah Frazier, a popular actor and who happens to be friends with her best friend's fiancé. Little did she know how that chance meeting would change her life. Corinne Michaels writes a life changing story for two people that thought they would never find that special kind of love. She pushes all the buttons for me: single parent, second chance, swoony hero, and perfect fit of hearts. Kristen is one of those you can't help but love. She has been through a lot, her self-confidence battered, but she loves her kids and is a devoted parent, Noah is the perfect man, even with his baggage. Love his ability to adapt and love. This story is all encompassing, full of emotion, turmoil, growing love and fresh starts. I loved it!

Narrated by the impeccable team of Andi Arndt and Sebastian York, I knew I was in for a treat. These two fill the story with their impressive storytelling and let us live Kristen and Noah's journey. Hours of listening fun left my smiling with a full heart.

Excellent storyline

I enjoyed this story. Seemed so real as I can relate to some parts of it. The thing I liked was that it seem so natural and not these boardroom type stuffed up guys you get in most of these romance novel.
Excellent read - read it twice!
Loved the narrators - perfect!
Only thing is the voice for Aubrey kept changing and wasn’t sure if she was 6 or 12 at various stages.
But overall tops for this one!

Love despite hardships

Kristen's life is torn apart when her controlling husband demands a divorce, but eventually she and their two children get settled into another home.
When Kristen's friends encourage more evenings out that's when she meets Noah and sparks begin to fly 💥💥❤❤❤❤❤❤Excellent narration throughout especially from Sebastian with his sexy voice 💋

One last time

Loved the story when I read it and loved it even more on audio the narrator s just bring it to life well worth listening too

Groannnn - rubbish!

Zero build up to the relationship (romance books seriously need some sort of anticipation) and absolutely no chemistry between the characters. A really flat, boring and frustratingly bad read and going to return it. If they beefed up some of the sections to work on how the characters develop together then it could have probably been a decent book - but it’s as if they were on a deadline to release it so they rushed it out without putting enough effort in. What a waste.