Synopsis
One More Chance by Reno R. Mist is a dark, emotional, and breathtakingly tense psychological romance that fuses heartbreak with hope in a way that will leave you gutted and glued to the pages. After dying in a car crash, Levi wakes up twelve years in the past — right at the moment he made the biggest mistake of his life: walking out on Sloane, the love of his life. With the knowledge of what’s to come, and everything he’s lost, he’s given one impossible gift: a second chance.
This time, Levi will stop at nothing to win her back. But second chances aren’t free — and as betrayal, revenge, and the end of the world itself loom, Levi must fight for his family, his marriage, and a love worth dying for… again.
Detailed Review
From the very first line — LOVE IS A DAGGER — you know One More Chance isn’t just another romance. Reno R. Mist delivers a high-stakes, emotional rollercoaster wrapped in grit, danger, and desperate hope.
What truly sets this book apart is how it blends deep emotional angst with dark psychological suspense. Levi isn’t a perfect hero — far from it — but that’s what makes his redemption arc so powerful. His groveling is intense, authentic, and raw. You can feel the weight of his past mistakes in every page, and the sheer determination in every second chance moment he creates.
Sloane is the perfect counterbalance. Strong, guarded, and deeply scarred, she isn’t going to fall for Levi’s words without proof. Watching her slowly, reluctantly let her guard down is like watching a fortress crack stone by stone — immensely satisfying and beautifully painful.
The dystopian and paranormal time-bending elements are seamlessly woven in, creating a constant sense of urgency. The looming “end of the world” backdrop raises the stakes beyond just a relationship — it’s love as survival, love as defiance.
If you enjoy:
- Gut-wrenching betrayal and raw redemption arcs
- Second-chance romance that actually earns its happily-ever-after
- A slow burn laced with danger and high emotional payoff
…you will not be able to put this down.
About the Author
Reno R. Mist writes romance with bite — emotional, edgy, and impossible to forget. Specializing in dark psychological romance and intense redemption arcs, Mist’s books take readers to the emotional edge and pull them back with just enough hope to keep their hearts racing.
Spice Rating: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️/5
The spice in One More Chance is emotional as much as physical. Scenes are heated but carry an undercurrent of vulnerability, love, and desperation. It’s not about quantity — it’s about how much they mean.
Books Similar to This One
If you loved One More Chance, try:
- Before We Were Strangers by Renée Carlino
- The Edge of Us by Jamie McGuire
- A Thousand Boy Kisses by Tillie Cole
- All Your Perfects by Colleen Hoover
Why You Should Get a Copy
Because love stories like this don’t come around often. It’s a second-chance romance that truly makes the second chance feel earned — with scars, sweat, and tears. The mix of psychological tension, dystopian stakes, and deep emotional payoff makes this a book that stays with you long after “The End.”
🌀 Interactive Corner: Dive Deeper into One More Chance
This section is where you — dear reader — get to play, reflect, and connect with the themes of Levi and Sloane’s journey. Whether you’re here for the heartbreak, the redemption arc, or the delicious slow-burn tension, there’s something for you.
1. Quiz: How Would You Handle a Second Chance at Love?
Time travel not included… probably.
Question 1:
If you could go back in time and change one thing in your relationship history, would you:
A) Take back hurtful words you said in the heat of the moment
B) Walk away sooner from someone toxic
C) Make that risky confession of love
D) Leave it all exactly as it happened
Question 2:
If your partner betrayed you, but you knew the future without them was worse, would you:
A) Fight to forgive and rebuild
B) Move on for your own peace
C) Take a long break before deciding
D) Seek revenge (no judgment here, this is a safe space!)
Question 3:
When life gets dark, your first instinct is to:
A) Lean on your loved ones
B) Retreat and heal alone
C) Make a bold move to change everything
D) Pretend it’s fine until it’s not
📌 Results:
- Mostly A’s: You’re the Hopeful Rebuilder — Levi would be lucky to have you in his corner.
- Mostly B’s: You’re the Independent Survivor — no nonsense, no settling.
- Mostly C’s: You’re the Bold Gambler — willing to risk everything for love.
- Mostly D’s: You’re the Silent Strategist — you bide your time until the perfect moment to act.
2. Book Club Discussion Questions
Perfect for group chats, wine nights, or virtual meetups.
- If you were Levi, would you tell Sloane right away about your “second chance” situation, or keep it secret?
- Do you believe true love can survive betrayal?
- Time travel aside — what does redemption really mean in a relationship?
- How did the dystopian undertones change the stakes for the romance?
- Was Levi’s groveling enough for you, or would you have made him work harder?
- If Sloane had been the one to travel back in time, how would the story have been different?
- Which moment between Levi and Sloane hit you the hardest emotionally?
3. Reader Challenge: The Redemption Playlist 🎶
Make your own One More Chance soundtrack. Start with these, then add your own:
- “From the Ground Up” – Dan + Shay
- “All Too Well” (10-Minute Version) – Taylor Swift
- “Fix You” – Coldplay
- “I Won’t Give Up” – Jason Mraz
- “Unsteady” – X Ambassadors
💬 Share your playlist with the hashtag #OneMoreChancePlaylist so other fans can hear it!
4. Mini Game: Redemption or Ruin?
Think fast! For each scenario, decide if you’d fight for redemption or let it go.
- Your partner lies about something small but meaningful.
- They ghost you for a week without explanation.
- You find out they made a life-altering decision without you.
- They saved your life but betrayed your trust in the process.
👀 Your answers will tell you if you’re more of a Levi (fighting for love no matter the cost) or a “Nope, goodbye forever” type.
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- Love stories where the stakes are both deeply personal and terrifyingly large
Final Verdict: Reno R. Mist delivers a story that’s equal parts love letter and battle cry. It’s intense, unforgettable, and impossible to read without feeling something deep in your chest crack open. If you believe in second chances—or even if you don’t—this book will challenge you, break you, and maybe even put you back together.
Highly recommended.
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