Title: Always Forever
Author: Cheryl McIntyre
First published July 22, 2014
216 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.07
Overview
Luke Walters proposes to Misty Handlin with a question that any woman would say “yes” to, but Misty isn’t so sure. Conflicted by her unanswered questions and unrequited love for her first love, Kellin Patel, Misty takes Luke’s advice and decides to sow her wild oats during the summer.
Misty hopes that the time away will help her get over Kellin and maybe finally give her the clarity she needs to answer Luke’s proposal. But when Kellin unexpectedly re-enters her life, Misty realizes that her feelings for him have never truly faded.
As Misty and Kellin spend one last wild summer together, they both come to the realization that their memories of their first love and unspoken regrets have kept them from moving on. Always Forever is a heartwarming New Adult novel that will have you rooting for Misty as she chooses between her past and her future.
*This book can be read as a standalone novel, but it is also a companion novel to Sometimes Never. Recommended for readers aged 17 and up.
Editoral Review
Always Forever by Cheryl McIntyre is a contemporary romance novel that was first published in July 2014. McIntyre is an American author who has written several bestselling novels in the romance genre.
The author’s writing style is known for its emotional depth, relatable characters, and engaging plotlines. The book explores themes of love, loss, grief, and the power of second chances.
The story revolves around two main characters, Silas and Charlie, who have been best friends since childhood. They grew up together in a small town in Ohio and were inseparable until Charlie moved away to pursue her dreams.
Years later, they are reunited when Charlie returns to her hometown after a devastating loss. Silas, who has never stopped loving her, sees this as an opportunity to win her heart once and for all.
However, Charlie is hesitant to let him back into her life, as she is still struggling with her grief.
The setting of the book is a small town in Ohio, which adds to the overall charm of the story. The author does an excellent job of capturing the essence of a small town, with its close-knit community, familiar faces, and comforting routines.
The conflict in the book arises from the two main characters’ struggle to come to terms with their past and move forward into their future. McIntyre’s writing is poignant and heartfelt, which makes the reader empathize with the characters and root for their happy ending.
The book doesn’t have any historical or cultural significance, but it does touch on issues that are relevant to modern society. The book highlights the importance of mental health and shows the impact of grief on a person’s life.
It also explores the power of forgiveness, how it can heal old wounds, and bring people closer together.
Always Forever is a well-crafted novel that showcases the author’s mastery over the romance genre. McIntyre’s writing is engaging and emotionally resonant, which makes the reader invested in the story from the first page.
The author’s character development is one of the book’s strengths, as the characters are relatable and multi-dimensional. The pacing of the book is also excellent, as the story moves at a steady pace that keeps the reader engaged.
The book’s major flaw is that it relies heavily on clichés and predictable plotlines. The story’s outcome is evident from the beginning, which makes the book less exciting and more formulaic.
The book’s themes, while relevant, have been explored in other romance novels, which makes it less original.
Overall, Always Forever is a well-written novel that is recommended for fans of the romance genre. It is an emotional and heartwarming story that will make the reader feel good.
The book receives a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, as it is an enjoyable read but lacks originality.
