This is the second book in this series, and the town of Last Chance and the people who live there are growing on me. In this story Sarah Cooley has come home to teach in the school at Last Chance. Sarah is not one who likes change, so she is not happy that the new owner of the local diner in town, Chris Reed, wants to change up his restaurant a little. These two are at odds with each other a lot in the story, but Chris has a niece, Olivia, who will come to stay with him, and I feel Olivia is the one that brings them together and helps them each see the true value in each other.

The town of Last Chance and the people who live there are fun to read about. It was a charming story about the "winds of change" and how it can affect everyone. Looking forward to reading more about Last Chance in the next two books in this series. ( )

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I really liked Cathleen Armstrong’s novel, Welcome to Last Chance. But I think I liked this book even more. She introduces three new characters to the already strong cast found in book 1. And while this book may be contemporary romance, the small town feel and the themes of change and fitting in make this more than a simple love story.

Chris Reed is the new owner of the Dip n Dine in Last Chance, New Mexico. He has great hopes for adding creative new dishes to the diner’s menu, but there’s strong opposition from the cook, Carlos, and some of his clientele who think any change is bad. Sarah Cooley has come back to Last Chance to teach second grade and she likes things just the way they have always been. But nothing ever stays the same as the two find out. With the arrival of Olivia, Chris’s seven year old niece, Chris and Sarah are thrown more and more together. Can they stay just friends.

Characters are a strong element of One More Last Chance. I loved the ensemble cast that make their way from the first book, including wise Elizabeth, opinionated Juanita, and stubborn Carlos. Chris and Sarah are highly likable characters that the reader knows from the start are meant for each other. Then there is Olivia, a kid who hides her vulnerability behind a tough veneer. The main characters are believers and take their faith seriously, but are just like the rest of us as they struggle with trust, insecurity and fitting in. The faith message is natural, never preachy. Armstrong also creates a small town feel that makes the reader want to settle in.

One More Last Chance can be read as a standalone novel, but I recommend you start with book 1. You won’t want to miss anything about the people or the place Armstrong has created.

Recommended.

Audience: adults. ( )

This was a book that once I got started, I couldn't wait to see how things were going to work out. It is a story of changes and accepting responsibility for what is right. Sarah has moved back home after completing her teaching degree and takes a special interest in one of her students. Olivia has had a hard time of it after being raised by young mother who tries, but winds up needing extra help. Olivia's uncle Chris does his best to make sure she is taken care of.
Sarah has to sort out some changes in her life and I liked seeing how she made several choices before deciding on the one that was best. I also liked seeing how the town was able to accept some changes, while still remaining a good small town.
I received this book free to review. ( )

ONE MORE LAST CHANCE by Cathleen Armstrong is an interesting Christian Contemporary Romance set in Last Chance, New Mexico. #2 in "A Place to Call Home" series, but can be read as a stand alone. See, "Welcome to Last Chance".

This is Chris Reed and Sarah Cooley's story. Small town life in a big time way. Filled with energy, forgiveness, healing, grace and the power of love. Put on a pair of worn-out jeans, and set back and enjoy your time with the engaging characters of Last Chance. A heartwarming, romantic tale of two people in small town, USA.

Enigmatic and charming characters await you at Last Chance. While, some things never change others change forever. Well written. From the first page to the last you will enjoy "One More Last Chance". A wonderful tale of love and second chances. Received for an honest review from the publisher.r

*Coming in May from Revell Books, a division of Baker Publishing Group*

RATING: 4

HEAT RATING: SWEET

REVIEWED BY: AprilR, courtesy of My Book Addiction and More ( )