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The Problem with Forever

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Grace P.

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Grace P., Teen Board Member

Jennifer L. Armentrout is the author of so many excellent novels falling into the young adult, new adult and adult categories. Armentrout is the author of the popular Lux series and she is an International and New York Times bestselling author. Many of her books tackle tough subjects like in THE PROBLEM WITH FOREVER.

"THE PROBLEM WITH FOREVER hits as close to a home run as possible. I rarely ever see the foster system discussed in YA, and I wish it was represented more often."

THE PROBLEM WITH FOREVER is about characters Mallory and Rider, who were foster once siblings who were separated after a tragic event. This story involves not just foster care and death abuse, but, surprisingly, romance. Mallory and Rider unite in their final year of high school after years of no contact. The result of their reunion is beautiful, messy and full of all the right twists and turns.
 
Let me begin by stating that Jennifer Armentrout is my favorite author of all time. I have met her three times in person and she is just as awesome as her books! THE PROBLEM WITH FOREVER hits as close to a home run as possible. I rarely ever see the foster system discussed in YA, and I wish it was represented more often. It is something that really interests me, and I believe it is a very important issue.
 
I really loved the emotional depth that this book explored, and it so felt raw and real. I love a good realistic and flawed character, and I definitely got that with this book. I also loved the length of this book, because it allowed for so much emotional development as well as a developing romance. One thing that I didn’t find that realistic was the pacing of the romance, but that wasn’t a huge deal. I think this book definitely exceeded in shining light on the broken foster care system and really makes you reflect on the injustices.
 
THE PROBLEM WITH FOREVER is an important book for everyone to read, but it definitely deals with more mature, serious content and is probably best suited for mature teens. I would recommend this book if you are looking for something moving and emotional.

Teaser

For some people, silence is a weapon. For Mallory “Mouse” Dodge, it’s a shield. Growing up, she learned that the best way to survive was to say nothing. And even though it’s been four years since her nightmare ended, she’s beginning to worry that the fear that holds her back will last a lifetime. Now, after years of homeschooling with loving adoptive parents, Mallory must face a new milestone --- spending her senior year at public high school. But of all the terrifying and exhilarating scenarios she’s imagined, there’s one she never dreamed of --- that she’d run into Rider Stark, the friend and protector she hasn’t seen since childhood, on her very first day.

Promo

For some people, silence is a weapon. For Mallory “Mouse” Dodge, it’s a shield. Growing up, she learned that the best way to survive was to say nothing. And even though it’s been four years since her nightmare ended, she’s beginning to worry that the fear that holds her back will last a lifetime. Now, after years of homeschooling with loving adoptive parents, Mallory must face a new milestone --- spending her senior year at public high school. But of all the terrifying and exhilarating scenarios she’s imagined, there’s one she never dreamed of --- that she’d run into Rider Stark, the friend and protector she hasn’t seen since childhood, on her very first day.

About the Book

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes a riveting new story about friendship, survival and finding your voice.
 
For some people, silence is a weapon. For Mallory “Mouse” Dodge, it’s a shield. Growing up, she learned that the best way to survive was to say nothing. And even though it’s been four years since her nightmare ended, she’s beginning to worry that the fear that holds her back will last a lifetime.
 
Now, after years of homeschooling with loving adoptive parents, Mallory must face a new milestone --- spending her senior year at public high school. But of all the terrifying and exhilarating scenarios she’s imagined, there’s one she never dreamed of --- that she’d run into Rider Stark, the friend and protector she hasn’t seen since childhood, on her very first day.
 
It doesn’t take long for Mallory to realize that the connection she shared with Rider never really faded. Yet the deeper their bond grows, the more it becomes apparent that she’s not the only one grappling with lingering scars from the past. And as she watches Rider’s life spiral out of control, Mallory must make a choice between staying silent and speaking out --- for the people she loves, the life she wants and the truths that need to be heard.
 
Audiobook available, narrated by Amy Landon.