"A sexy, funny, sweet story about second chances and found family . . . I fell in love with Ridley Falls and everyone in it."--Emily...

"A sexy, funny, sweet story about second chances and found family . . . I fell in love with Ridley Falls and everyone in it."--Emily Henry, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Book Lovers

A music critic stuck in a spiral of epic proportions targets her teenage crush for a career comeback and a chance at revenge. What could possibly go wrong?

Sammy Espinoza's life is a raging dumpster fire. Her desperate attempt to win back her singer ex-girlfriend has landed her in hot water at work, and she has one last chance before her editor cuts her column. Luckily, Sammy has a plan to redeem herself, but it won't be easy.

Rumor has it that Max Ryan, the former rock god, is secretly recording his first-ever solo album years after he dramatically quit performing. And it just so happens that he and Sammy have history: Right before Max got his big break, he and Sammy spent an unforgettable night together.

Exclusive access to Max's new music would guarantee Sammy's professional comeback and, even better, give her the opportunity to serve some long-awaited revenge for his traumatic ghosting.

But Max lives in Ridley Falls, Washington, and Sammy has history there as well: a family that never wanted her and a million unanswered questions. Going back would mean confronting it all--but what else does she have to lose?

Author: Tehlor Kay Mejia
Publisher: Dell
Published: 07/18/2023
Pages: 352
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 7.90h x 5.20w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9780593598771


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 05/08/2023
Booklist 06/01/2023 pg. 42
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2023
Library Journal 06/01/2023 pg. 101

About the Author
Tehlor Kay Mejia is the author of the critically acclaimed young adult fantasy duology We Set the Dark on Fire and We Unleash the Merciless Storm. Their debut middle-grade series, Paola Santiago and the River of Tears, is currently in development at Disney as a television series to be produced by Eva Longoria. Tehlor lives with their daughter, partner, and two small dogs in Oregon, where they grow heirloom corn and continue their quest to perfect the vegan tamale. Sammy Espinoza's Last Review is their adult debut.