The Last Party

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars | 19,298 ratings

Price: 26.33

Last update: 01-20-2025


About this item

A loving mother. A notorious murderer. They both have reasons to hide their secrets in a novel of escalating shock and suspense by New York Times bestselling author A. R. Torre.

Perla Wultz lives with her husband, Grant, and their precious daughter, Sophie, in a gated Pasadena community. Affluent, sociable, and accomplished, Perla plays the part of loving wife and mother to perfection. It seems an ideal life, if not for a decades-old crime that has become Perla’s dark and consuming secret obsession.

Twenty-three years ago, Leewood Folcrum confessed to murdering two young girls during a birthday party. Though he’s been condemned to a life sentence, his crime is not forgotten. Not by Perla, nor by an inquisitive doctoral student interviewing Folcrum for his dissertation. He’s getting the killer to open up—about his motives, his confession, and the truth of what really happened on that horrible night.

As the past and the present entwine, the deceptions behind the infamous murder begin to surface. But who’s deceiving who now? And why? And as an ingeniously twisted plan is set in motion, who will be the next to die?


Top reviews from the United States

  • JanfromNJ
    5.0 out of 5 stars incredible heart pounding thriller.
    Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2025
    A psychological thriller, a rollercoaster ride you won’t soon forget. Perla is a villain like no other I’ve ever read. I warn you, she truly has no soul.

    I couldn’t put this book down. The continual terror you just know is coming. The revelations that keep popping up and making you go WHAT??? so many times. The twists and turns. Even the humorous moments because Perla is THAT outrageous of an evil character. It’s all here.

    Outstanding writing. Captivating, gut wrenching story. Brilliant.
  • Rachel H.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Perla Wultz is one party planner you won’t forget!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2025
    I’m a little late to the party with this book ???? However, after seeing all the raving reviews for it- I could not pass this book up! I also have to say that I think the cover for this book is one of my all time favorites!

    This book focuses on the life of Perla Wultz, and her family. Perla has an eleven year old daughter Sophia, and a very handsome husband, Grant.
    Perla is obsessed with the Folcrum Party murders that happened 22 years ago, in which two young girls were murdered at a sleepover and Lee Folcrum is in prison for life for the murders.

    Through this story we get the multiple POV’s from Perla, Grant, and Lee Folcrum. We also get to see Sophia’s journal entries and her many thoughts as a young girl.
    This story was fast-paced, and Perla’s character was so repulsive it was hard not to keep reading to see what she would do next.

    Now, I will say that I did see where this story was going from the get-go (maybe it’s because I read too many books in this genre), but I still found it very entertaining and I do recommend reading this.
    (3.5 stars rounded up)
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars intriguing
    Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2025
    Quick little chapters. Easy to follow. Kind of predictable, but at this point I think I’ve just read too many books. It was entertaining and I appreciated the writing style.
  • Rebel Lyn
    3.0 out of 5 stars slooooow burner
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2025
    There was a lot of hype about this book, so my expectations were high. The story was good, and the characters were well developed, I do feel that the book is way over hyped.  As a thriller, it is a slooooow burner  until finally hits a dash to the finish line. The ending was pretty good, but I just wish it didn’t take 90% of the book to get to the good stuff.
  • Kylie Eason
    4.0 out of 5 stars Dark but I wanted more?
    Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2025
    The Last Party is another well written, enticing novel by A.R Torre, and the premise was one I don’t remember having come across previously.

    It’s one of those books where once you know the something big, you want to go back and read it again to see all the little clues that you missed the first time around- because they’re abundant.

    I guess some part of me is left wanting more information or closure(?) so to speak? I’m not entirely sure why but this book just ended up leaving me unfulfilled.

    Even with that being said it still was a messed up, fun book and I would recommend it :)
  • Andre donegan
    5.0 out of 5 stars "SLIP OF THE MASK"
    Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2024
    In "The Last Party" by A.R. Torre, readers are invited to delve into the thought-provoking debate of "Nature versus Nurture." The narrative raises profound questions about the essence of humanity: Are individuals inherently evil, or are their dark tendencies a reflection of their upbringing and environment? Torre masterfully crafts a gripping and unsettling plot, brimming with rich details and unexpected twists that not only capture your attention but also provoke a visceral reaction. As the story unfolds, its complexity keeps you on the edge of your seat, eager to uncover the truth behind the characters’ motivations and the societal influences that shape them.
    In A.R. Torre's gripping narrative, you'll encounter a character whose true nature blurs the lines between protagonist and antagonist. Perla Wultz initially presents herself as the quintessential matriarch and a beloved community leader. However, as the story unfolds, her fascination with a true crime podcast uncovers the unsettling truth: she has been skillfully masking her true self from everyone, including her family. This masterfully crafted facade invites readers to question the very essence of Perla, making for an intriguing and thought-provoking experience.
    While the novel may be perplexing at certain points, the journey is ultimately rewarding. The author elegantly weaves together the various plot threads, creating a sense of clarity that makes you feel your time invested was truly worthwhile. The concluding chapters are especially fulfilling, leaving readers with a sense of closure and underscoring the idea that, in time, all secrets have a way of coming to light.
  • Nique
    4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining
    Reviewed in the United States on December 22, 2024
    I like this author a lot and this book is pretty good. It’s an easy read that keeps you on your toes. The main character is exceptionally unlikable, but the story is entertaining.
  • Kristin Sian
    5.0 out of 5 stars a must read :\
    Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2025
    Suspenseful the story had my anxiety through the roof. The characters so intriguing in their own ways . I really liked how the pov for each character flowed in and out as they did. Nice touch . Over all I really liked the book . This was my first book by A. R. Torre , I will be diving into some more ..

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