"You can never visit the same place twice. Each time, it's a different story. By the very act of coming back, you wipe out what came before." (Virginia Blackstone)
I enjoyed The Last Little Blue Envelope more than 13 Little Blue Envelopes.
The plot is more linear and makes more sense. In 13 Little Blue Envelopes, Ginny traveled from one country to another following instructions from a bunch of letters. There wasn't any goal. In The Last Little Blue Envelope, there's a mission and items that need to be found - almost like a continent treasure hunt.
Ginny feels like a real character in The Last Little Blue Envelope, but she, along with the other characters, lack depth. Keith's jerk tendencies are brought to light and I prefer Oliver, the new love interest, over him. However, I couldn't get behind Oliver as a love interest because firstly, he blackmails Ginny and secondly, Oliver and Ginny only have one meaningful conversation. Ellis is a fun and quirky character, but I don't understand what she sees in Keith. The only character that I like is Richard and wish that he had more scenes in The Last Little Blue Envelope. He's kind and considerate and I love the family-relationship that he and Ginny have.
The Last Little Blue Envelope is a light-hearted sequel to 13 Little Blue Envelopes. Although I enjoyed it a little more, it's ultimately unmemorable.
"It's always easier to say good-bye when you know it's just a prelude to hello." (Virginia Blackstone)