This was a very good book, I am not going to go into details, as I DETEST spoilers, but I read this in a day. There were some things I would change, but that it just personal preference.

WOW! Audrey J. Cole’s latest, The Last Hunt, was an absolutely exhilarating sequel to The Final Hunt.

The book picks up right where the first one left off. Cameron thought she left all of the death and murders behind her when she moved to Tok, Alaska. But, shortly after her move, more people begin getting murdered and she thinks the past is repeating itself.

This book sucked me in just like I knew it would!! I could easily read at least 5 more books with these characters.

Thank you to Audrey J. Cole, NetGalley, and Rainier Publishing for this ARC. The Last Hunt will be on sale on June 25, 2024.

Excellent sequel, picking up where the previous story left off. Cameron thought her serial killer husband was dead, but when similar killings begin, she’s worried. Copycat or the real thing? Lots of room for thought and lots of action.

What a thrill ride this book was. There were lots of twists and turns. Quite a few surprises. I was totally engrossed in this tale. Cameron is such a strong character. I kept rooting for her throughout the book. Such amazing writing. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced free copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I received a copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

I read the first book The Final Hunt back in 2022, and I had no idea that it was actually the first book of a series. I really enjoyed my time with this intense serial killer slash survival thriller, so I wasn't mad at all when this sequel popped up promising more time with Cameron and an Alaskan setting. And I have to say that this was exactly the type of fast-paced and dark thriller I was craving! At least one serial killer, a detective thriller vibe, a bout of bad weather, lots of action and intrigue along the way... The Last Hunt turned out to be the perfect thriller cocktail.

The Last Hunt can technically be read as a stand-alone, but I personally wouldn't recommend it as Cameron's character just doesn't have the same effect if you don't know everything she went through in the first book. Sure, there is some background given to help refresh memories, but the references will have so much more impact if you know what happened in the first book. This sequel has less survival scenes than the first book, although we do get a good dose of bad weather and a hostile Alaskan environment to enhance the experience. The setting makes for such a great backdrop for this story!

I don't want to give away too much and spoil the plot, but what I can say is that the development of the plot and twists are cleverly done. There are a couple suspects along the way, and while I did guess right who was behind it all, the other suspects were all still pretty plausible. What I particularly liked is how The Last Hunt is a perfect blend of different thriller subgenres, with for example Tanner giving us the typical detective thriller chapters and other POVs providing a serial killer, psychological or survival thriller vibe. The switches work really well and are helped by the multiple POV structure of the plot.

As for the characters... I liked some more than others, but this personally didn't hinder me at all because the main focus of The Last Hunt is without doubt on the plot and everything that is happening. It was still interesting to learn a bit more about the main characters in play, and it was surprisingly easy to root for some of them. The writing style and pace made it extremely easy to keep turning those pages, and I basically finished most of it in less than a day. And what a way to end the story with a bang! Those final chapters are intense indeed.

If you are looking for an engaging and suspenseful serial killer slash detective slash survival thriller series, I can recommend both The Final Hunt and The Last Hunt with my eyes closed. They might not be completely credible, but the books are without doubt extremely entertaining and real pageturners.

an awesome thriller about escaping your past nightmare but feeling a looming sense of unfinished business and questions!!! excellent work!

This was a great book. Super fast paced, very quick read as you want to know what happens. It was very well written and hard to see coming. I can't wait to read more from this author.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC**

After her husband John goes missing while hunting, Cameron’s finds out he’s connected to the serial murders and find pictures to prove it. The whole world turns on her. She moves to Alaska and murder seems to follow her there.

The book is fast paced and was hard to put down. The story was interesting and had just enough twists to keep my attention. I enjoyed most of the characters and even though this is the second book in a series, it’s the first I read and I didn’t feel lost or lacking info. Perhaps more back story on Cameron would be nice so I’m looking forward to reading the first book.

First of all, I hadn't read the first book, so I was a little hesitant if I would be able to understand this book, but this book was so well-written that there was nothing I felt missing. The character development, the plot twist, the locations, evidence, timing, everything made so much sense that I couldn't stop myself from flipping the page. On the whole, a great murder mystery.
Thankyou to Audrey J. Cole for such an amazing book and NetGalley for the opportunity to read the ARC. Hoping to read more!

I am a fan of Audrey J. Cole books, and The Last Hunt does not disappoint. I was able to read this book in one sitting; I could not put it down.

Cameron Prescott hopes the past stays buried. After believing her murderous husband is finally dead, the fierce survivor longs to start over with her state trooper boyfriend. But her illusion of peace shatters when she hears of a fresh killing that resembles her late husband’s grisly signature.

Horrified to learn the evidence points to a member of law enforcement, Cameron questions how well she knows her new man. And as the lies and bodies pile up, Cameron is convinced she's being stalked by a killer.

I was able to determine who the culprit was, but it did not distract me from finishing the book or enjoying how it all came together. The storyline was good, the characters were likable and well-developed, the plot was intriguing, and the author did a great job of unraveling the mystery to hold my interest.

I would recommend this book and this author.

#TheLastHunt #NetGalley @LOPBryan

This is a sequel to The Final Hunt. I am so happy there was a sequel because the first book left me wanting for me. Rarely do I enjoy the second book better than the first, but this is one of those times. I think it shows the growth of the author, but also I feel like this brought me the closure I was looking for after reading the first. While I'm left satisfied, I would never be upset about having more books in this series! I just love the setting of Alaska and the main character Cameron. She has such an interesting past.

I appreciated the recap of the first book scattered throughout to refresh my memory. It included enough details to remember specifics, without being repetitive. Although this is one of those rare instances where I remember the details of the first book which is saying a lot because I don't usually remember. Technically this could be read as a stand alone, but it will be more enjoyable if you read the first book of the series before. This is one series not to miss! It's full of wilderness, adventure, suspense and twists.

Thanks to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for a digital ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I vowed never to make this mistake again - however I have once more fallen into the trap of reading a sequel without realizing its part of a series! Thankfully I think Last Hunt works just fine as a stand-alone however I will mention series elements further down.

Overall I would say the plot is fairly standard thriller, however with a quite pleasant (well pleasant from a enjoyable read POV) twist that the majority of the book is focussed on the MC and her experiences as a survivor, there are some police procedure type scenes but they mostly consistent of Detective Tanner eating gum and trying to talk on the phone while others interrupt him.

No the majority of the story is about Cameron, trying to balance the guilt of some her past actions, with the paranoia that her past might still be coming for her. Because I was unaware of the first book I genuinely thought that the author was trying something a bit different and placing their thriller story in the aftermath of a serial killer investigation - and strangely either way it works. I think readers of the first book might be a little more connected with Cameron, whereas as a new reader I was more sucked in by the complexities of her past and her life (and I confess to the point where for a moment or two I though 'gasp maybe she's the killer' a thought that wouldn't work if you knew this book was a sequel right?)

I liked that the book leaned more into the psychological than the action - the final scenes were I thought a little tropey but not disappointing. A good book. .

The Last Hunt by Audrey J Cole is book number two in the series, and I was thrilled to receive an ARC. Unfortunately, the copy that I downloaded is completely unreadable. This is beyond being a case of an 'uncorrected proof' and is almost as if it is written in another language. Based on the first book, which I loved, I am confident that this would be a five star read, so I have awarded it as such. I would love an opportunity to read this in the future.

Thanks to NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for granting my request for an ARC.

This was an amazing sequel! I enjoyed the story line and could not put it down. Audrey Cole is descriptive to the point you can almost believe you are actually there watching things unfold.

I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves a good thriller!

This book is well written and Audrey Cole is just like HOLY CRAP ... the writing is fantastic.

The book picks up where the first one left off and set in Alaska :) Once she moves there its like Groundhog day all over again.

The book had me at page one and easy to read and follow. Hope the series continues.

Thanks NetGalley for letting me read and review.

Title: The Last Hunt
Author: Audrey J. Cole
Publisher: BooksGoSocial-
Genre: Thriller
Pub Date: June 25, 2024
My Rating: 3.7 rounded up
Pages: 312

In "The Final Hunt" John Prescott and his friend are on a hunting trip and he is attacked by a bear. His friend seeks help but arrive too late and John cannot be found and assumed dead.
John’s wife Cameron finds crime pictures that link John to the notorious ‘Teacher Killer’. At first Cameron is shocked but soon considers John isn’t dead but is hiding from his crimes.

This story picks up where that story left off. Cameron thought she left all murders behind her when she moved to Tok, Alaska. But shortly after her move, more teachers are being killed. She is worried that her husband didn’t die.
Cameron, now a widow has the support of Dane her next door neighbor who is with the local police as well as her boyfriend also Detective Tanner from Seattle they all agree that it appears the past is repeating itself.


This is my ninth Audrey J. Cole|. I have been a fan since my first read which was " Only One Lie" a 5 star read!

This was a great fast read!~

Want to thank NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for granted me this early eGalley.
Publishing Release Date scheduled for June 25, 2024

The Last Hunt is the sequel to The Final Hunt by Audrey J. Cole and is as thrillery as you'd expect from this marvellous author. Secrets are buried and dug up. You can't throw a brick without hitting guilt. The pace is quick and snappy and the pages almost turn themselves.

Tok, Alaska, is the ideal setting for critters of all kinds, including humans and bears. The former are more dangerous than the latter and there are enough heartstopping chase scenes and goosebumps to go around. Dentist Cameron Prescott is starting her life anew with her state trooper boyfriend. Her serial killer ex-husband was discovered in a bear trap. Justice served? Then murder again happens with haunting echoes of the past. I was glued to my seat and tasted the fear of the chase.

This author is an automatic read for me, regardless of the synopsis. She has a knack for weaving suspense and mystery into every word. If you seek a super wilderness thriller with just enough grit to make it compelling yet not graphic, this has your name all over it.

My sincere thank you to BooksGoSocial and NetGalley for providing me with an early digital copy of this riveting novel.

This is book 2 of a series but I feel like it could be read as a stand-alone. It’s a fast paced and well written murder mystery. A serial killer is on the loose again and they have to be stopped. I fell right into rhythm with the story. Would I be like Cameron after her two failed marriages. Probably and everyone looked guilty to me. I loved the twists and turns and definitely recommend this.
Thanks Bookouture via NetGalley.

Such a fast-paced, riveting thriller: I could not put it down! As good if not better than the amazing first book in the series. For some thrillers, I find myself waiting to get to the end to figure out the “big twist,” but with this one, I was captivated throughout the entire thing.

Thank you NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for the copy of The Last Hunt by Audrey J. Cole. What a great sequel to The Final Hunt! Imagine thinking your serial killer husband is finally dead, then the killing starts again. Did Cameron’s husband do it or was it her new boyfriend? If you’re looking for a fast-paced book, this one is well-written and will keep you guessing. 4.5 stars rounded up to 5.

Tok, a small town in Alaska, is the last place you expect a violent crime to occur, let alone a serial killer… yet this isn’t the first time a serial killer has murdered in Tok and when another young teacher is murdered, the small town is questioning whether bad things come in threes?

The last hunt is a fantastic book that keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire time questioning everyone’s motives.

The female protagonist Cameron is trying to rebuild her life after discovering her ex-husband was a serial killer targeting and assaulting young, female teachers. When another teacher winds up dead she is convinced her ex-husband is still alive and coming to get his revenge against her.

Cameron’s new partner is a Sargent in the local police force who isn’t convinced the her ex-husband is alive but what he does know is the new victim fits the MO of a serial killer from Tok several decades prior. And the suspected killer was a police officer…

The chapters written from the point of view of the victims are tense and terror-stricken. The emotional response and thought patterns feel very real and human. You can’t help but fall in love with them and grieve their loss and pain.

As Cameron deals with complex emotional trauma, uncovering layers of secrets and things better left alone, you will fall in love with the characters and vow vengeance on their behalf.

The last hunt is a sequel but can be read as a standalone. I highly recommend picking it up.

This one absolutely topped the first one! The characters have more depth. The mystery is more intense. There is action, suspense, and twists. I really enjoyed Tanner. The ending was satisfying yet left it open enough for another story.

“There are some things in life you will never know you’re capable of until you’re faced with it. Killing is one of them.”

Cameron Prescott seems to be on a roll making poor relationship choices. When her most recent and now former husband, John Prescott, is dubbed Seattle’s infamous ‘Teacher Killer’, Cameron changes her identity and location in an attempt to distance herself from John, Seattle’s most prominent criminal defense attorney. In the previous book, ‘The Final Hunt’, Cameron is certain that she’s rid herself of him…forever. Now, she’s not so sure.

A dentist and widow, Cameron has moved to Tok, Alaska, a town of 1200, and tried to move forward with her life. She takes comfort in knowing that the isolated town surrounded by forest land for hundreds of miles allows her anonymity. Adding to her comfort is the fact that her latest boyfriend, Dane, is an Alaskan State Trooper.

Her world is shattered by a fresh killing that is eerily similar to her late husband’s grisly signature. Cameron, confronted by evidence, is now forced to consider that (1) John may still be alive and that (2) she’s in his crosshairs. Can a serial killer come back from the grave? Is there a copycat in this isolated small town?

Audrey J. Cole writes spectacular thrillers. I read this book in isolated Smuggler’s Cove in Skagway, Alaska. My views of a breathtaking fjord and the much-needed solitude did not alleviate my reactions to the heart-pounding thriller Cole masterfully crafted. I heard every twig snap and every stone move as the water lapped the shore. My imagination kicked into high gear and I was convinced someone was watching me and my husband. Cole’s intimate knowledge of her setting and her ability to evoke a strong emotional response is why I keep coming back to her books and eagerly anticipate her next thriller.

This spectacular book will have you re-evaluating who you trust and taking inventory of who you’ve let get close. You’ll definitely reframe ‘final’, have a heightened sense of security, and become very aware of your surroundings.

I was gifted this copy by Audrey J. Cole, BooksGoSocial, and NetGalley and was under no obligation to provide a review.

I love remote/ isolated location storyline. And although books that take place in Hawaii are my favorite, books that take place in Alaska are right behind that. Our family has spent a lot of time in Alaska, so I can picture the beauty and remoteness in my mind.

John is presumed dead. John is a serial killer. Cameron hopes her husband is dead. But when a body shows up with the same MO as John’s, Cameron starts thinking there may be a copy cat killer. And on top of all that Cameron starts thinking her new State Trooper BF may be guilty.

Aack. So good. An easy read. RECOMMEND

I will never pass up an Audrey J Cole book, so when I saw this arc available on NetGalley I freaked out and then fan girled when I was approved to read and review it!

The Final Hunt was the first book I read by Cole, and it got me back into reading! I fell in love with the tenacity of the female main character, Cameron.

The Last Hunt is a sequel, and we follow Cameron as she has gotten into hot water again and the bodies are dropping around her. She is tested to the core as she tries to decipher who she can trust and who she should be weary of. Even though this book is part of a series, it definitely could be read as a stand alone if you picked it up without knowing.

The twists in the Last Hunt kept me on my toes and I was soooo sure of where it was headed, just for it to go far left at the end! I highly recommend Cole for mild thrillers!

An exciting murder mystery. A serial killer. Lots happened prior to the current murders. Most may have been told in The Final Hunt. I didn't read that one, but it seems as if all one needs to know is in this story. Misdirection and clues galore, real or faked. It will keep one guessing. Quite the page turner, especially near the end. Thanks to the publisher for providing a copy via NetGalley. My review is voluntary.

Fantastic thriller! I love a remote location and a murder mystery! Could not put it down. Very suspenseful read.

The Last Hunt is the follow up to the excellent The Final Hunt. (Definitely check that one out, and though The Last Hunt picks up not long after the events of the last book it can also work as a standalone.) Yes, I agree it’s kind of funny that there is a follow up to a book call the Final Hunt, lol. But let me tell you I’m so glad Audrey Cole has continued this series.

Cameron Prescott thought the nightmare was over. Thought her murdering psycho of a husband was dead. But when a new killing occurs, she begins to question everything and everyone she thought she knew. This is an intense, fast paced thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. I’d like to thank BooksGoSocial and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review an eARC of Audrey Cole’s The Last Hunt.

There is a serial killer in Tok, Alaska. His victims are similar to those of murderer John Prescott. But Prescott’s wife Cameron killed him. He’s dead. Isn’t he?

Cameron doesn’t think so. Now that the “Teacher Killer” is back, she urges both her new partner, State Policeman Dane and Tanner, the officer who solved the earlier crimes, to look for John. He must be responsible and Cameron fears that she will be his next victim. More deaths have the police convinced that there is a new killer, possibly a police officer, in the area, stalking women. Cameron’s beliefs will put others in danger and endanger her.

Although The Last Hunt can be read as a standalone thriller, it is a sequel to The Final Hunt. Cameron is a strong character and a fighter. She dealt with John before and she will again. Risking her own life, she helps both Tanner and Dane solve the teacher murders. Alaska is a character itself, with its cold summer nights and wild storms. Audrey J. Cole is talented writer and I look forward to what she writes next. 5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, BooksGoSocial and Audrey J. Cole for this ARC.

Cameron Prescott believes her murderous husband, John, is finally dead. She starts a new life for herself in Tok, Alaska as the local dentist. She even starts dating a state trooper. However, the peaceful life she has built for herself is quickly shattered when a murder occurs matching her late husband’s signature. Is her husband still alive and out for revenge or did a member of the Tok law enforcement commit this murder? Cameron is determined to find out.

This is the second book in The Final Hunt series. The first book is a must-read as this second installment builds on the first. I’ve come to really enjoy Audrey J. Cole’s writing. She does not disappoint with this second installment. I found myself on the edge of my seat with every jaw-dropping twist. I continued to enjoy Cameron as a character and the setting of the small town of Tok, Alaska was perfect. I highly recommend this series to anyone that enjoys thrillers! I give it 4/5 stars.

My Review
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I absolutely loved this book.

Nothing like a serial killer book
They are my favorites.

you always have to look over your shoulder. You don't know when they're going to pop up them Serial killers.

These are the absolute best books in my eyes.

This book is loaded with twist that keep you guessing. Such a fabulous book.

Cameron,
Hoping she left some things in her past, but will they come back to haunt her.
That's the question.
Man this was a good book.
I could give this book ten stars.

Don't miss the final hunt.
The book right before this.
Two books you could actually Binge.

This author's books are absolutely fabulous.
Each book I have read. I have absolutely loved.

Audrey J Cole

A character-driven, fast-paced and exciting thriller. The story centers around Cameron, a tough survivor who happened to marry a murderer. Believing he's dead, she tries to move on, but then a dead body is found with her husband's signature all over it. She then starts to wonder about her new beau Dane. With all this happening, you can't help but be glued to the page. Although this one works as a standalone, I wish I had read the first book in the series, The Final Hunt first.

Cameron is trying to start a new life for herself. She wants to leave her horrific past in the past. Her husband committed some horrible crimes and she thought that he was dead. Cameron starts a new life with a new partner and everything is going great for her. Suddenly some crimes have been committed and the clues hold the signature of her thought to be dead husband. An exciting thriller, fantastic storytelling, and a great plot. This is book two in the Final Hunt series.

Disclaimer: Thank you NetGalley and BooksGoSocial for this review copy and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

I was aware when I requested The Last Hunt that it was the second book in the series. My mistake was not reading the previous book, The Final Hunt, first. I will advise that this is not a stand-alone as it opens immediately after the events of the previous book thereby giving away the end to that book.

Cameron Prescott is attempting to move on when she learns of a murder reminiscent of those attributed to her dead? husband. As facts are revealed signs point to the killer possibly being in law enforcement. How well does Cameron really know, Dane, an Alaska State Trooper and romantic interest? The bodies increase and Cameron believes she is being stalked.

This is a well written mystery/thriller. The setting of Tok, Alaska creates a mysterious backdrop to the plot. The author keeps up the pace and the story moves along.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher, Rainier Publishing, for an ARC. The review is my own.

This novel is a sequel and would be best appreciated if the earlier one in the series is read first. Much of the content of the plot in this novel is based on the events from the previous one.

Cole does a good job of building up suspense by giving us initially what we think is a murder scene. Cameron has finally rid the world of a serial killer. Or has she? She thinks he might have survived and is killing again. As we near the end of the novel, we are still in the dark as to who is committing the murders.

There is a good deal of suspense as we near the conclusion of the novel. I was unsure of the true murderer and, like Cameron, did not know who was trustworthy. The aftermath of the suspenseful situation may have been a little too neatly tied up but I still enjoyed this novel.

I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My comments are an independent and honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Wow! I LOVED this book so much! I loved that there was a lot of action in this book and so many chapters ended on cliffhangers. This book kept me guessing and had me on the edge of my seat. I loved that the book started off in the middle of one of the murders and was so action packed that it pulled the reader right into the book. I really enjoyed this reading experience and want to read more books from this author.

The Last Hunt is the second book in The Final Hunt series. I have been a fan since The Pilot's Daughter which was the first book I read by Audrey J. Cole. Each of these books are well written heart pounding thrillers

Cameron is trying to build a life in Nok, AK after her serial killer husband supposedly died. Cameron begins to question whether he is really dead when bodies start turning up in some cases similar to her husband's m.o.

Cameron suspects that her husband is killing again. But these murders are similar to cold cases from the 90's. Only time will tell if her husband has started killing again or if it is someone from the past.

I really enjoy the writing style of the author. Each of the ones I have read can be stand-alone reads. I am instantly pulled into the story from the first few pages. This one is no different with several twists and turns until the killer is revealed. I highly recommend reading this and all of the others.

The Last Hunt is the final book in Audrey J Cole’s The Final Hunt duology and OMG was is a crowd pleaser, at least for this crowd of one it was. Cameron is living in Alaska and is dating the sheriff for the past six months when The Seattle detective shows up at her home. It seems they found the hidden cabin a bunch of blood and the bear trap she had John trap then when she called the wolves and although she tries to play it off her fingerprints were on the door knob. I don’t want to give anything away just know if you liked The Final Hunt this book is way better even the eyerolling was at a very reduced minimum as opposed to the first book I really enjoyed this book. And definitely recommend it. Please forgive any mistakes as I am blind and dictate my review.#BooksGoSocial, #NetGalley, #AudreyJCole, #TheLastHunt, #TheFinalHunt,

Following the events of the first book, Cameron Prescott (now using her family name of Jenkins) is living in Tok, Alaska full-time. As well as working as the town's new dentist, Cameron is now neighbours with new boyfriend, state trooper Dane. It's a new start but it looks as if the past might be catching up with Cameron once again when a new murder takes place which has similarities to those committed by her (serial killer) late husband, John Prescott aka the Teacher Killer. John is dead though. Isn't he?

I really rather enjoyed the first book so I was eager to read the sequel & it was not a disappointment. Fast-paced with a few brutal scenes, the story grips the reader from the start & doesn't let go. Again, yes after a certain point partway through, it's fairly easy to work out what is going on & Cameron on occasion makes questionable decisions, but it doesn't really matter. Overall verdict: a tad predictable but a truly riveting thriller.

TWs: violence scenes, murder, stalking.

My thanks to NetGalley & publishers, BooksGoSocial, for the opportunity to read an ARC.

Out now! Thank you to the publisher for the copy to read via netgalley (even though it was literally unreadable, the text was jumbled letters that didn't make sense). This is also on KU so luckily I could read it there :-D

I read this so fast! This was fast-paced, tense and thrilling. The short chapters kept me reading in a rush (and well past bedtime LOL).

Technically this can be read as a standalone but do yourself the favor of reading The Final Hunt before jumping into The Last Hunt. There is enough backstory included in this one (without being repetitive) to give you a gist of what happened prior to the start of this book but it isn't the same as reading that whole book too!

I knew who the killer would be but it was a wild ride getting to the big reveal. I think the author did a great job of putting juuust enough doubt on several characters that it could have turned out a few ways. But I was hoping I'd be right (because the alternative would be too hard to bear!) and turned out it was a correct line of thought.

I'm excited to see there will also be a prequel story set in the same series!
Audrey J. Cole is an auto-read author for me!

The Last Hunt is a gripping book that I read in one sitting. I literally could not put this book down! Wow, what a ride! Cameron Prescott has survived a lot and relocated to Tok, Alaska to find some peace. Cameron found out that her husband John was a serial killer. He murdered young women that were teachers. Cameron had no idea that she was married to a monster. Cameron's first husband abused her and was violent. Cameron survived both marriages doing what needed to be done. She thought both were in her past, but were they?

Cameron's boyfriend of 6 months is a state trooper named Dane. She really likes Dane and can see a future with him. Cameron is the only dentist in town and has gotten to know most of the people of Tok. When a young woman is murdered in similar fashion to how her husband killed women, Cameron gets a bit freaked out. Is John still alive? Has he found Cameron? Is he coming for her? Dane's wife died in a car crash he told Cameron. When Cameron finds out that's only part of the story, she wants to know why Dane had withheld the truth. What's Dane hiding? Can he be trusted? The murders taking place in Tok now resemble murders from the 90's. One of the suspects was Dane's father, a state trooper at the time. Could Dane be mixed up with these murders?

The Last Hunt is loaded with suspense and it just keeps coming. I rate The Last Hunt 5 stars with my highest recommendation. It's one of the most exciting thrillers I've read this year. The book is now available so what are you waiting for? Don't miss this fantastic book! I can't wait to read more from Audrey J. Cole! I'd like to thank NetGalley and Rainier Publishing for an advanced copy of The Last Hunt in exchange for a fair review. #TheLastHunt

In Book 2 of this series, Cameron Prescott has pulled up stakes and moved to Tok, Alaska, to start over with her state trooper boyfriend Dane Waska following the revelation that her husband John was a serial killer. Although John is presumed dead from a bear attack near his cabin in northern Washington state, a fresh killing in Tok resembles her late husband’s grisly signature. Tok is pronounced "toke" in case you wondered. I was pronouncing it as "tock" throughout the first book but this time I had the audiobook so now I know better.

I enjoyed this book but was getting annoyed by the constant repetition of certain threads, especially the fact that Cameron believes John is still alive and is responsible for recent deaths in the Tok area. Overall though it was a fast-paced read with some pretty tense moments. I loved the setting. This could probably be read as a stand-alone but do yourself a favour and read "The Final Hunt" first.

I had downloaded a copy of the book from Netgalley a couple of months ago but never looked at it until recently and it was impossible to read, like it was written in code. Since it was already archived I couldn't request it be sent again. By a stroke of luck I recently requested and was approved for the audiobook. Whew!

My thanks to BooksGoSocial via Netgalley for the digital copy of this book. I've read other books from this publisher and have never had a problem before so I'm going to start opening the ARCs as soon as I get them. All opinions expressed are my own.
Publication Date: June 25, 2024

This is another unputdownable thriller that had me glued to the pages. It's the second book and the conclusion to the hunt, but it can easily be read as a standalone. I loved the fast pace and short chapters of the story, and the way the author kept adding layers of suspense and casting suspicion and doubt to the characters. There was a lot of unreliability and I loved the cat and mouse feel to the mystery. The setting of a sparsely populated town in Alaska is perfect for creating a wild untamed vibe that lends itself perfectly to a serial murder novel. I loved every minute of it!

I had no idea this was a sequel to The Final Hunt as I started reading it. But right away I recognized those characters and I was excited for where this one would head. And even though I am a fan of books being stand alones, I really think this is better with the first one. The plot really relies on a lot from that first book. And with only two books, this is an easily bingeable series and totally worth the time

I really like Cameron and Dane. They have so much history and yet they can keep going. They are a big part of me loving this series. Along with the supporting cast. I wanted to know more about them and really wanted to root for Cameron to be able to get on with her life,

I am going to be careful so I am not spoiling book one, but the author does such a great job at casting doubt. On everything. I suspected everyone. I would figure it all out in my mind and then back pedal with a new solution. I must have “solved” this one a dozen times. Murders like in book one are happening again and then we find out there have been similar murders over many years. Can Cameron trust Dane or will he let her down like the others have?

I was invested from the very first sentence. Seriously. The remote setting is great. Of course there is a storm that hampers travel. (Isn’t there always in books set remotely?) I didn’t know who to trust (again). There is tension from the start that carries over until the end. I did not want to put it down.

Leslie Howard narrates this one and lets the story shine. She does an excellent job of expressing the tension and anxiety Cameron faces. She had the perfect voice to fit Cameron and does an excellent job bringing all the characters to life. Even the male ones.

If you love rich characters, a remote location and a pulse pounding thriller, you need to read this series.

This book definitely sucked me right way, which is how I often feel with Audrey’s books. I really liked the last book in this series and was super excited to see the continuation of it. The audio was really well done. There were a few twists that felt a little predictable but I still really enjoyed reading it

Cameron is breathing a bit easier, now that her husband is finally dead. She saw to that. But when murders begin to happen again, with a signature that is hard to ignore, Cameron panics. She is sure that John somehow survived and is killing again. Everyone tells her it is in her head, and she is seeing things that are not there, but she knows John. She knows he will never stop. Cameron is going to have to trust Dane, and dig down deep to ensure that she takes care of John, once and for all.

Oh, my, goodness! I absolutely LOVED this book. I went through it in one sitting. There was no way I was going to be able to stop once I began. Hopefully there is another book! I enjoyed this little series.

Cameron Prescott, dentist and now widow, is restarting her life in Tok, Alaska. She is settling in with a new relationship with Alaskan State Trooper Dane Waska.
Her husband, John a defense attorney, was the notorious “Teacher Killer”
But is he really or is there a copycat – Cameron’s world gets a new twist when there is a killing with her husband’s signature.
A rather tense page turner.

Wow!. What a amazing psychological thrilling book this was. Splendid job on the writing. I was hooked and I was trapped in the this story. The plot was brilliant. Creating characters to fit the plot great. The background stories to match the characters was next to the high level of brilliant. I loved it all.

Tok, Alaska. Cameron hopes the past stays buried. After believing her murderous husband is finally dead, the fierce survivor longs to start over with her state trooper boyfriend. But her illusion of peace shatters when she hears of a fresh killing that resembles her late husband’s grisly signature. Horrified to learn the evidence points to a member of law enforcement, Cameron questions how well she knows her new man. And as the lies and bodies pile up, Cameron is convinced she's being stalked by a killer. Is trusting anyone just a path to a cold tomb?

THE LAST HUNT is a gripping sequel that executes an exhilarating experience, similar to a game of cat and mouse. Cameron, the protagonist, has endured a series of unfortunate events, including the shocking discovery that her late husband was a serial killer. I mean come on, can we give her a break!? Despite these challenges, she courageously starts a new relationship with Dane. However, a new killer emerges, potentially connected to law enforcement, adding to Cameron's anxiety and raising doubts about Dane's true nature.

The narrative unfolds at a gradual pace, culminating in an action-packed finale. While a faster pace throughout would have been preferable, Aubrey skillfully provides subtle hints and reminders of the first installment, gratefully refreshing my memory. Aubrey's writing excels in its in-depth character development and vivid portrayal of Alaska's enchanting aura. If you're looking for a compelling narrative, I highly recommend The Last Hunt series!

Wow, I could not put this book down! It was outstanding and I read it in one day! The writing style was great and the book flowed really well. It picked up off where the last one ended and that was great.

So I had find book one before I read this one but they were both amazing and I enjoyed them both! Can’t wait to read more by this author

I really liked the first book in the series and this one was just as good! It was fast paced and action packed. I loved the Alaska setting. The remote feeling of the last frontier makes it the perfect setting for a thriller. The story is told in multiple view points, including the victims, which kept me invested in finding the killer. I really wasn’t sure how it was going to end since there were multiple ways it could go. There was something I was hoping for that didn’t turn out to be the case but it didn’t take away my enjoyment of the story. I love all the characters so I’m hoping for another book in the series!

While this could be read as a standalone, I recommend starting with book 1, The Final Hunt. This story is somewhat of a continuation and I think will be more enjoyable if you start at the beginning.

Thank you @netgalley for the eARC of this book. I am behind on my ARCs so I decided to also listen to the audiobook and I really enjoyed the narrator