I struggled with this one. I think that there’s just been something missing from RS Grey’s writing lately. I feel like we just jump into love without seeing any growth or development

Your last resort from R.S. Grey, Paige Young is a girl who likes nature and is always on the move, with a non-traditional upbringing she finds herself longing to be in one place, to be able to create connections and have friends, this takes her to Turks and Caicos Island to work in a luxury resort as part of the group in charge of the resort's activities, there she has managed to achieve a bit of that stability she wanted, co-workers and a few friends who have accepted her with her peculiarities, but there is a colleague from work, who is almost his boss, whom since she met when she arrived at the resort and it was inevitable to notice how handsome he is, but it seems that they can't get along and are constantly pushing each other's buttons. Cole Clark is in love with numbers, his parents are strict and they hoped that Cole's decisions would lead him to a life just like theirs, but Cole doesn't want that, he feels that color is needed in his life, so he still even when he enjoys numbers he decided to pursue a career in hospitality which took him to Turks and Caicos and he is now the assistant director of the Siesta Playa resort, there he met Paige when she arrived at the resort and left him speechless, but it seems that there is noth he says to make Paige like him and they are constantly arguing, but it's indisputable that he feels attracted to her but he doesn't know how to overcome that barrier from “archenemies” to friends and then to something more. Paige's friends joke every time they witness these battles that this is the way they flirt, but Paige is afraid to believe them, and when they start firing people, she approaches Cole to see if she can get more information only that she accidentally ends up listening to a conversation that was not meant for her ears and finds out that she is next on the layoff list. Disappointed and upset, she feels that she was wrong with Cole, but a storm hits the island and they are forced to share a room and it's there where Cole must talk about everything he is doing to prevent her from being fired and especially be honest and accept the feelings they have for each other.
This story is fresh, funny, sweet and full of love, with wonderful characters with whom you will identify and you will be betting that they will soon realize what they feel and be able to witness their love. This author is quickly becoming an author to follow because I endlessly enjoy her stories for their freshness and unique characters. A beautiful story that you will enjoy from beginning to end and that will leave you with a smile on your face. Totally, and Absolutely Highly Recommended!

En bref, même si j'ai passé dans l'ensemble un bon moment avec Paige et Cole, il n'y a pas eu de grosse étincelle les concernant. Ils sont sympathiques, drôles et touchants, on ne peut que dévorer les pages pour en savoir plus mais il n'y a aucune surprise dans l'intrigue et certaines choses vont bien trop vite pour que j'ai vibrer en entier avec eux. L'historie nous fait vivre quand même de chouettes moments en leur compagnie et le final nous permet de les laisser avec le cœur qui vibre à l'unisson avec eux. Une lecture fraiche et légère qui ne sera pas marquante mais qui a le mérite de faire passer un bon moment.

“Their Last Resort” is another fun rivals to lovers romance from R.S. Grey! Rachel is the queen of romcoms, and is an auto read author for me. It’s been a hot minute since she wrote in a tropical location (not that “A Place in the Sun” was really tropical, but just go with it), so that was an interesting background to set the story at, and it added to the plot.

The book didn’t strike me as being all that different from her other romcoms, but I didn’t really expect it to be going in. It’s a relatively quick read, only about 250 pages, and was an enjoyable read overall. It contains a lot of tropes that we all know and love, such as he falls first and only one bed. It’s meant to be a fun little escape, and I think it accomplishes that.

If you like this one, I’d highly recommend reading another one of her books, “Enemies Abroad,” as I really loved that one and it contains a lot of the same tropes!

Special thanks to Greys Promotions and Netgalley for the ARC!

Their Last Resort was a super cute romantic comedy. It had an amazing setting, great banter, and an interesting cast of side characters. I have not read R.S. Grey in a long time, and I had a great time with this romance, which is crazy because I am not the biggest fan of romantic comedy books.

Paige works in guest relations at a resort in Turks and Caicos. She loves her job and the found family she has at the resort. She has a frenemy type of relationship with Cole, the Assistant Director of Operations. Paige and Cole have obvious chemistry and amazing banter. They are complete opposites, and they have been circling each other for the year under the guise of disliking each other. This was not really an enemies to lovers book, as it was marketed, because they were obviously using the dislike and banter to constantly interact with each other. Paige could not admit she was into Cole for most of the book and even tried to pursue a bartender on the island that had zero interest in her.

A hurricane is set to hit the resort around the same time Paige discovers she is going to be fired. Cole is being pressured to get rid of employees from his boss, but he refuses to fire Paige. He draws the line with the girl he has been smitten and obsessed over. Things finally get interesting between them when they have to share a room and bed due to the hurricane.

I really loved the setting and island vibes in this book. Cole was a perfect, sexy cinnamon roll hero. It was pretty slow burn, and I was dying for them to admit their feelings. However, I will say they went from slow burn, denying their feelings to saying "I Love You" super quick. I wanted to see them together more and felt like the ending was a little rushed, but otherwise, I had a great time.

If you are looking for a fun, easy to read, and sexy romantic comedy, this is the book for you. This might be one of my favorite R.S. Grey romances!

Thank you to Grey's Promotions and NetGalley for providing the ARC.

Their Last Resort by R.S. Grey is a captivating read that delves into the story of two resort workers, Cole and Paige, as they navigate their enemies-to-lovers journey amidst a storm. The book is filled with banter and wit, offering moments of laughter, yet some readers found the narrative to be somewhat disjointed, lacking a smooth flow and depth in its development. Despite this, the novel shines in portraying the evolving relationship between the main characters against the backdrop of a resort setting, adding a layer of intrigue and romance to the plot. With its engaging storyline and dynamic characters, Their Last Resort is a compelling read that keeps readers hooked from start to finish, making it a recommended choice for those who enjoy a blend of romance, humor, and a touch of drama.

A lighthearted, enemies to lovers romcom where the protagonists have absolutely nothing in common. Set at an exclusive resort in Turks and Caicos, the heroine Paige is a free spirited, fly by the seat of her pants kind of girl. In fact, taking the job of activity organiser was her idea of settling down. In contrast the hero Cole was a buttoned-down number cruncher with a penchant for spreadsheets, his parents were both accountants and it was only the thought of living the same kind of grey life that they did that had forced him into his one act of rebellion was doing hospitality at grad school which had led him to the colourful resort and an assistant manager’s position. On paper they are complete opposites but one solitary kiss months before and Cole had fell hook, line and sinker for Paige. Unfortunately for him, she was more enamoured with a toy-boy barman named Blaze.

I loved the concept of this story. I mean enemies to lovers trapped on a tropical isle in the face of a storm and when you throw in a group of preppers as guests, Their Last Resort should’ve been great. I even liked the hero and heroine especially Cole who was giving off definite Clark Kent vibes to Paige’s Lois Lane but while I enjoyed the banter between them, I didn’t really get any real spark of passion or any emotion from Paige towards Cole other than irritation. By the end of the book I felt Paige was simply looking for some action and, after Blaze washed out, it was any man in a storm or hurricane in this case. I so much wanted to love this book but can’t help but feel a bit let down and flat after finishing it so for that reason I’m giving it 3.5 stars.

Paige has spent her life looking for the next adventure as she explores the world one place at a time. When she found herself at Siesta Playa it was no longer about finding the next place to explore but to find a way to stay. When you combine a dangerous weather event, her job being her jeopardy and her antagonistic relationship with Cole the sparks are going to fly.

Cole is Paige’s opposite as where she is adventurous, he believes in following the rules. Even though she may infuriate him she also intrigues him and the one thing that can’t be disputed is she makes him feel alive. When circumstances force them together, he might just find out that being with her is all the adventure he could ever need.

The banter between them was humorous and the situations they find themselves in will finally force them to face the fact that they are meant to be lovers rather than adversaries.

DNF

I can't believe I am saying this about a RS Grey book! I am a MASSIVE fan and have read and loved every one of her previous books!

This book, I'm sorry I couldn't get into. First of all the characters, both Paige and Cole, I couldn't connect with them, I didn't understand their connection and chemistry.
Secondly the time frame, at times the plot jumped into flashbacks, and if I'm honest because off that, I believe, I lost any interest in their relationship. Any build up was lost.

What I did enjoy was the descriptions, like all of Rachel's books, the scenes, places and graphics were incredible.

Even though this book wasn't for me, I will definitely support and read future RS Greys books. Her writing is incredible.

Thank you to the author, netgalley and publishers for a copy of this e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

“What’s a superhero without a villain? If I died, he’d lose his plot.”
Their Last Resort was such a fun read! Cole Clark is the assistant director at Siesta Playa, he is by the book and serious. He is dedicated to his job and making sure Siesta Playa is running smoothly. Paige Young works in the excursions department and is free spirited. She loves being outside and running excursions for the hotel guests and is always ready to have fun.

Cole and Paige’s relationship was so fun. They constantly bickered, well Paige would bicker while Cole just stood near her. They had a nice rivalry going. However when Paige finds out that Cole is supposed to fire her their bickering becomes all too real. Maybe Cole actually does hate Paige and she always just thought it was joking? But when disaster strikes and they are forced to spend time in close quarters the truth comes out.
“Because every moment of my day is spent the same way. Hour after hour. Minute after minute. I want you, always.”

Every interaction they had I was laughing, their barbs were great and it was clear that even if they were opposites they were attracting!
“No more war. Wave your white flag.”

Thank you @authorrsgrey and @greyspromo for the ARC!
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Cute romcom set on Turks and Caicos. This had everything I love about an RS Grey book. Laughter. Witty banter. A quirky heroine. The grumpy hero. I really enjoyed this book. Loved how the slow burn simmered. I enjoyed the tropical storm survival. Enjoyed the references in regards to the guests at the resort. It was a very cute book.

Their Last Resort by R.S. Grey was a cute, sweet, funny and delightful enemies to lovers story.
Paige and Cole’s chemistry was off the damn charts!
The banter between these two, the back and forth, is utterly hilarious. I don't remember the last time I've laughed that hard.
This story is so well written. RS Grey really did such a phenomenal job here. Both characters are endearing. I couldn't stop swooning. Even when they are being crazy, you can't help but giggle and fall even more in love.
I seriously can’t wait to start Caribbean Crush!

Thank You NetGalley and Montlake for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

This was a cute and fun Island romp of a romance. I was swept away for an afternoon and I had a wonderful time.

Paige and Cole both work at a resort on a beautiful island. They had a missed opportunity to get together a few months back and have since been keeping their distance. But when a tropical storm hits and forces all the employees to double up in the hotel... they end up in an Only One Bed scenario that gets all our blood pumping.

I haven't read an R.S. Grey in a hot minute, so this was a nice little read to kick off the summer. I also listened to this on audio and the performances were fun and comedic and sultry all in one.

”Sometimes—okay, all the time—I look at Paige and think, God dammit, you’re the funniest person I’ve ever met. Simply existing near you makes my day that much better.”

She’s done it again, R.S. Grey has delivered another favorite for my collection. I will never tire of reading her books. Their Last Resort was set on a resort on the Turks and Caicos islands. I loved the tropical setting, it really made me want to take a vacation soon. Our main characters are coworkers at the resort and they live to “hate” each other. I laughed so much with this one.

Cole Clark falls first and hard and Paige Young is completely clueless. Her reactions to Cole had me chuckling. Here she is thinking he absolutely loathes her when all he can think about day after day is how much he loves her. It’s absolutely adorable. I really do enjoy when “he falls first”.

I loved the fun banter in this one. R.S. Grey is queen of banter - it’s what makes her romcoms so much fun to read. And when Paige finally realized that she’s had feeling for Cole for a while… I was smiling ear to ear.

“Every moment of my day is spent the same way. Hour after hour. Minute after minute. I want you, always.”

If you enjoy fun banter, frenemies, opposites attract, banter, amazing chemistry, he falls first, and… just one bed. Then I recommend you pick this one up. It’s a fun, light read and checks all these boxes and then some.


*A huge thanks to R.S. Grey and Grey’s Promotions for providing me with an eARC for review. All thoughts are my own.*

Overall this was cute, but definitely not a favorite of mine from R.S. Grey :(

* opposites attract & grumpy/sunshine
* he falls first
* forced proximity / one bed trope
* setting: Island resort
* slow burn
* dual POV

I can't quite pinpoint exactly why I didn't love this, but I feel like maybe it was the character and relationship development - it all felt too fast but also inconsistent? I can usually connect quickly to R.S. Grey's characters, but these two are very forgettable? I hate even saying that...

I was also confused with some of the timeline in the beginning - as I was listening, I thought I had missed something because the jump back in time was just so out of nowhere.

Overall, it's a quick easy and low-angst romcom that I give 3 stars!

loved this romance and how the characters were able to figure things out and find their way to love. Loved the friends .

This book was so cute. I love Paige and Cole together. Their bantering and back-and-forth was adorable. So many good characters!

This is Cole and Paige’s story.
Paige is a feisty, free spirit, who leads guest activities at a luxury resort, where Cole is the numbers guy and is assistant director at the resort. These two know how to push each other’s buttons, and on the day that Cole has been ordered to fire Paige, a hurricane hits the Caribbean.
This is a well written story which opposites attract, close proximity, action, enemies / lovers, emotions, humor, witty banter, combustible chemistry, engaging and realistic characters, drama, passion, and love, which leads to an entertaining, fun, unpredictable, light-hearted, and steamy addictive page turner.
I look forward to reading more from this talented author whose work I highly recommend.

Quick Breakdown

Island Resort
Workplace Rivals
Opposites Attract
Grumpy x Sunsgine
Only One Bed
He Falls First
Slow Burn
Dual POV
Open Door - Mild Details

I’ve been a fan of RS Grey’s writing for years. She writes some of the best inner monologues filled with realistic & hilarious self deprecating humor. While I didn’t love this one compared to her other work, I enjoyed my time here.

Their Last Resort is marketed as an enemies to lovers romance when really it’s more of a mutual “I like you & I don’t know what to do about it, so I’m going to nettle you instead.” This worked for me, especially since it’s clear that he falls first & is just bidding his time.

I’m always up for a destination setting & I love a romance set at a hotel / inn, so a resort set on Turks and Caicos really did it for me. The forced proximity brought on by a hurricane worked & I loved the only one bed tension that followed.

The timeline bounced around a bit at the beginning that left me occasionally confused & having to go back to reread. This is also fairly short which is great as it makes this a quick read, but the romance felt like it was lacking the depth Rachel usually brings leaving me not as connected with the characters.

I listened to this on audio & you can too if you have KU or snagged this as an Amazon first read in April. I loved the narrators & was able to finish this in only one day!

4 stars (happy release day 🥳)

❛❛ Because every moment of my day is spent the same way. Hour after hour. Minute after minute. I want you, always. ❜❜


🌊 romcom
🌊 frenemies
🌊 opposite attracts
🌊 ennemis to lovers
🌊 grumpy X sunshine
🌊 work place romance
🌊 tropical resort setting
🌊 he falls first and harder

R.S. Grey consistently provides the perfect escape whenever I crave a book that seamlessly blends humor, fast-paced storytelling, and excellent writing. "Their Last Resort" was no different—it was thoroughly enjoyable.

Paige Young and Cole Clark, the main characters, embraced a friendship that they had been feuding upon their very first encounter. It oscillated between exquisite banter and entertaining quarrels to heated scenes embossed with unvoiced feelings and toe-curling chemistry. all in all, it was the prefect and most adequate refuge— plate-cleanser— after my last heavy, disappointing read.

many thanks to Grey’s Promotion and NetGalley for providing an arc in exhausting for an honest review.