About the book
2026 Rainbow Book List “The queer young adult story that I’ve been desperately craving for years!” —Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, New York Times bestselling author of Ace of Spades and Where Sleeping Girls Lie
In this YA contemporary fantasy, the teen son of the local mortician accidentally reanimates the dead body of the boy he had more than friendly feelings for, but can he keep him alive for good before their time runs out? Perfect for fans of Cemetery Boys and The Taking of Jake Livingston!
When you grow up in a funeral home, death is just another part of life. But for sixteen-year-old Jaxon Santiago-Noble, it’s also part of his family’s legacy. Most dead bodies in the town of Jacob’s Barrow wind up at Jaxon’s house; his mom is the local mortician, after all. He doesn’t usually pay them much mind, but when Christian Reyes is brought in after a car accident, Jaxon’s world is turned upside down.
There are a lot of things Jaxon wishes he could have said to his once best friend and first crush. When he accidentally resurrects Christian, Jaxon might finally have that chance. But the more he learns about his newfound necromancy, the more he grasps that Christian’s running on borrowed time—and it's almost out.
As he navigates dark, mysterious magics and family secrets, Jaxon realizes that stepping into an inherited power may also mean opening up old family wounds if he wants to keep the boy he may be falling for alive for good.
One resurrected crush. A magical legacy he doesn’t understand. And time is almost out.
- An MM Paranormal Romance: Jaxon works in his family’s funeral home, but he never expected his first crush to end up on the embalming table—or for a desperate wish to bring him back to life.
- Forbidden Necromancy: An inherited power Jaxon never knew he had is the only thing keeping Christian alive, but every secret he uncovers suggests his magic comes with a terrible price.
- Childhood Friends to Lovers: They were once inseparable but drifted apart years ago. Now, with Christian resurrected and their second chance on the clock, Jaxon must finally tell him how he really feels.
- A Small Town with Big Secrets: In the quiet town of Jacob’s Barrow, death is a family business. But Jaxon is about to discover his family’s legacy is darker and more dangerous than he could ever imagine.
Editions of Till the Last Beat of My Heart
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780063296725
- EBook
- ISBN 9780063296749
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2026 Rainbow Book List “The queer young adult story that I’ve been desperately craving for years!” —Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, New York Times bestselling author of Ace of Spades and Where Sleeping Girls Lie
In this YA contemporary fantasy, the teen son of the local mortician accidentally reanimates the dead body of the boy he had more than friendly feelings for, but can he keep him alive for good before their time runs out? Perfect for fans of Cemetery Boys and The Taking of Jake Livingston!
When you grow up in a funeral home, death is just another part of life. But for sixteen-year-old Jaxon Santiago-Noble, it’s also part of his family’s legacy. Most dead bodies in the town of Jacob’s Barrow wind up at Jaxon’s house; his mom is the local mortician, after all. He doesn’t usually pay them much mind, but when Christian Reyes is brought in after a car accident, Jaxon’s world is turned upside down.
There are a lot of things Jaxon wishes he could have said to his once best friend and first crush. When he accidentally resurrects Christian, Jaxon might finally have that chance. But the more he learns about his newfound necromancy, the more he grasps that Christian’s running on borrowed time—and it's almost out.
As he navigates dark, mysterious magics and family secrets, Jaxon realizes that stepping into an inherited power may also mean opening up old family wounds if he wants to keep the boy he may be falling for alive for good.
One resurrected crush. A magical legacy he doesn’t understand. And time is almost out.
- An MM Paranormal Romance: Jaxon works in his family’s funeral home, but he never expected his first crush to end up on the embalming table—or for a desperate wish to bring him back to life.
- Forbidden Necromancy: An inherited power Jaxon never knew he had is the only thing keeping Christian alive, but every secret he uncovers suggests his magic comes with a terrible price.
- Childhood Friends to Lovers: They were once inseparable but drifted apart years ago. Now, with Christian resurrected and their second chance on the clock, Jaxon must finally tell him how he really feels.
- A Small Town with Big Secrets: In the quiet town of Jacob’s Barrow, death is a family business. But Jaxon is about to discover his family’s legacy is darker and more dangerous than he could ever imagine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Till the Last Beat of My Heart about?
2026 Rainbow Book List “The queer young adult story that I’ve been desperately craving for years!” —Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé, New York Times bestselling author of Ace of Spades and Where Sleeping Girls Lie
In this YA contemporary fantasy, the teen son of the local mortician accidentally reanimates the dead body of the boy he had more than friendly feelings for, but can he keep him alive for good before their time runs out? Perfect for fans of Cemetery Boys and The Taking of Jake Livingston!
When you grow up in a funeral home, death is just another part of life. But for sixteen-year-old Jaxon Santiago-Noble, it’s also part of his family’s legacy. Most dead bodies in the town of Jacob’s Barrow wind up at Jaxon’s house; his mom is the local mortician, after all. He doesn’t usually pay them much mind, but when Christian Reyes is brought in after a car accident, Jaxon’s world is turned upside down.
There are a lot of things Jaxon wishes he could have said to his once best friend and first crush. When he accidentally resurrects Christian, Jaxon might finally have that chance. But the more he learns about his newfound necromancy, the more he grasps that Christian’s running on borrowed time—and it's almost out.
As he navigates dark, mysterious magics and family secrets, Jaxon realizes that stepping into an inherited power may also mean opening up old family wounds if he wants to keep the boy he may be falling for alive for good.
One resurrected crush. A magical legacy he doesn’t understand. And time is almost out.
- An MM Paranormal Romance: Jaxon works in his family’s funeral home, but he never expected his first crush to end up on the embalming table—or for a desperate wish to bring him back to life.
- Forbidden Necromancy: An inherited power Jaxon never knew he had is the only thing keeping Christian alive, but every secret he uncovers suggests his magic comes with a terrible price.
- Childhood Friends to Lovers: They were once inseparable but drifted apart years ago. Now, with Christian resurrected and their second chance on the clock, Jaxon must finally tell him how he really feels.
- A Small Town with Big Secrets: In the quiet town of Jacob’s Barrow, death is a family business. But Jaxon is about to discover his family’s legacy is darker and more dangerous than he could ever imagine.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Till the Last Beat of My Heart?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Action and adventure stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Thrillers / suspense
Where can I read a sample of Till the Last Beat of My Heart?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780063296725
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Till the Last Beat of My Heart?
Louangie Bou-Montes
Who is the Publisher of the book Till the Last Beat of My Heart?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Till the Last Beat of My Heart is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780063296725) and ebook(ISBN 9780063296749)
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