Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781459293953 |
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| Publisher: | Harlequin |
| Publication date: | 05/17/2016 |
| Sold by: | HARLEQUIN |
| Format: | NOOK Book |
| Pages: | 304 |
| Sales rank: | 73,251 |
| Lexile: | HL630L (what's this?) |
| File size: | 660 KB |
| Age Range: | 14 - 17 Years |
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The Problem with Forever: A compelling novel
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This was so good, love the way she writes!
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Can't wait for the next book she writes!
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OMG, another amazing book.!
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This book has said so many things I never knew how to say it was Beautiful and Real, in a way not much out there is. I Love it and thank you to J. Lynn for writing it.
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Jennifer l. Armentrout is one of my favorite authors. It's the none paranormal books that stick with you the real word a person can relate to stuff, don't look back, wait for you series, frigid are few examples that keep the book or eReader in your hand from page one to the last page. Not the the lux series and wicked and covenant weren't equally excellent reads; but, Mallory and Rider fit this real world feel. They were together in a bad situation and they never thought they'd see each other again and four years later they can't believe they have been wrong. Mallory found a good path while Rider life a harder road. I was hooked the minute Rider asked " Mouse?"
This is good read and not one to be passed up.
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THIS BOOKWAS AMAZING AND SUPER CUTE AND MADE ME FEEL ALL GUSHY
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I read this book in two days, I couldn't put it down!
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This was both emotional and amazing. The strength that Mallory finds in others, as well as herself, is inspiring. If it could get through the approval process, it would be an excellent required reading book for high schools. So many life lessons shared in such a beautiful story.
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I was hooked from the 1st sentence. This book is a must read! ?
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I would love to read a sequel!
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I loved it from beginning to end! I would love to read a sequel :)
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Wonderful book. It’s been a while since I’ve read a book that has had the gritty, raw feel that parts of this story have. The typical ‘boy from the wrong side of the tracks loves girl from privilege’ is twisted here; they both come from the same starting point, and serendipitously find one another again. Mallory’s silence (symptoms of ptsd and anxiety) are believable and you can imagine how difficult it is for her to do things we take from granted. The one thing that kept this from being five stars for me was that while I understand Mallory’s problem with being assertive and it is very justifiable, I usually prefer my heroines sassy and outspoken- so really, just personal preference there.
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This was a pretty powerful story. Mallory had more character growth than most fictional characters out there, and I felt empowered for her as she found her voice, literally. Along with survival, friendship is a big theme within this book. Blood is strong, but sometimes a true friend is just as strong, if not stronger. Rider had some growth of his own, and I was so proud of him. I think it was harder for him in some ways than it was for Mallory. This was a truly beautiful story.
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Wonderfully written story that is worth rereading again and again.
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This book was so hopefull. The characters were well written and the story flowed. A must read. 355 pages. No cliffhanger .
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Ive reread it sooooo many times and it never gets old!
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The Problem With Forever is the type of book that makes me want to cry at the end. I'm not sure if it's from happiness, from feeling all the emotions the characters are experiencing, from the heartache of the events, or all of the above. All I know is that this book was one heck of a story and I loved every world-shattering part of it.
We start off with our protagonist, Mallory, who essentially is a shell of a person. She's completely intact however, after a traumatic childhood, she keeps everything inside and is extremely introvert. She finally decides, after having a break through couple years to go to a brick and mortar high school. It's there that she is bombarded with social situations she didn't imagine but also comes face to face with her past.
I must admit, I truly enjoyed being inside of Mallory's head as odd as that sounds. There was one point semi-early in the book where a quote she says just hit me and has haunted me since I read the words.
"My name is Mallory... Dodge." I drew in a deep breath, speaking to no one. "And I like... I like reading. And I don't like... I don't like who I am."
I feel like these words just shook me to the bone. Without a doubt, everyone has felt this at some point in their life. For me, I adore reading and there has been so many times that I have questioned myself or didn't like what I have seen in the mirror. These words truly made you feel what she was feeling not just in that moment, but essentially her whole life. Following her was unlike any other character I have read and I adore every moment of watching her grow and change.
With our other characters, you cannot help but love them all in some way. Each friend and adult somehow finds their way into their heart. I'd go into specifics but, Rosa, Jayden, Hector, Kiera, Ainsley, and even Paige all affect you in some form or another. Then, there's Rider. Oh Rider. The sexy, smart knight in shining armor who deserves the world and doesn't see it. You cannot help but root for this boy every step of the way.
Overall, I adored every piece of this story. There were so many parts that shattered me, some that made me melt, and some that made me smile with happiness. The Problem With Forever is definitely a story worth reading and I would recommend it to everyone.
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The Problem with Forever, is the first book I’ve read of Armentrout’s. I see her books everywhere and was ready to fall into one. The Problem with Forever is at times hard to digest. Mallory went through so much. She had Rider to protect her, through the worst parts of her life.
Though, I felt that this story was heartbreaking but also heartwarming. I never fell into the characters. I didn’t find the connection with them that I desperately wanted. It’s a good/enjoyable story of a girl who turned from this meek little mouse, to a girl who knew what she wanted. Who wasn’t afraid to fight for what she wanted.
Some things just seemed a little glossed over. Like, oh yeah this happened but there was no emotional pull for me. I was honestly, slightly disappointed because I truly wanted to love this. The writing is done well, the characters develop through out the story. The story itself was intriguing and I wanted to see what happened next.
Overall, I give this book Three Boundless Stars. It was a good story....Lissa
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She's one of my favorites (if not my number one) so she did not disappoint with this book. The plot is beautiful, the story one people can connect with and the characters are very very real. Another AMAZING BOOK!!!!
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You know when you read a book that's so good that when something cute of awkward happens you have to close the book and take a moment to scream eternally? That's this book and I loved every minute. So happy I read it and got obsessed!
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This book is amazing and well written. It is about overcoming fear and people trying to break away from there past.
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Great book and such a strong message.
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This book is about growing up in a foster home where children are abused and the long lasting effects it leaves behind.
Mallory was just a child when she suffered a terrible trauma and ended up in hospital. She was separated from her best friend and protector who wasn't much older than she was. Now, four years later, she is settled with loving adoptive parents who are somewhat overprotective. Quite understandable! After being homeschooled for four years with only Ainsley as her best friend, she faces the challenge of attenting High School. She is quiet and stays in the background to stay unnoticed. This, she learnt in foster care. Keeping quiet equates to not being abused! Conditioned from a young age to protect herself.
Rider hasn't seen Mallory aka "Mouse" to him since that terrible incident but it wasn't for the lack of trying. He is now in a decent foster home, where he is treated as family. He hasn't forgotten about her and can only hope that she is in a good place. He is a talented artist but doesn't give himself credit. He is still the caring and protective boy from his childhood.
On Mouse's first day at the school, she meets Rider. Neither of them can believe that their paths have crossed once again. This reunion is like a dream and they find that their friendship has not faded over the years. With that friendship comes another form of mutual attraction. As the story unfolds, they both find that there are still some hurdles to surmount. They are both still fighting with their own demons in different ways. As strong as their bond is, they are in a situation which could make or break them. Can they overcome these hurdles to make the most of this second chance that they have been given?
This story brings out the long term effects of childhood abuse. It's heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time. Watching Mouse struggle to fit in and have the life that she deserves brings out all kinds of emotions. Rider copes in a totally different way and until he admits to these feelings which hold him back, he can't really move forward.
I love both Rider and Mouse. They have this unconditional love for each other despite their emotional and psychological scars. It's a story that goes straight to the heart and quite likely never to be forgotten.
I was kindly issued with an advanced ecopy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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