The Truth About Forever

The Truth About Forever

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15

I've now read 4 Sarah Dessen books and I think I can confidently, that eventually I will read all of them. Insta-read author here. I'm not sure if I'll love any as much as Just Listen, but you know what? This book was honestly spectacular.

It has a fantastic message about allowing yourself not to be perfect, to try new things, live for yourself, and about people grieving differently. Absolutely fantastic and I wish I had read this book as a teen. Sometimes it is nice to be reassured that the world doesn't rest on your shoulders.

I loved the characters, even the side characters which is something I think Sarah Dessen does really well with her books – bring life into all the characters. I will say that as much as I liked Wes, this personality is a bit... bland? He feels more like the cliche bad boy outside, but good guy inside, instead of an actual character.

What keeps this from being a five star is that the book felt really anti-climatic. There is some build up and things happen (of course), but everything is just sort of... handled. I don't need Macy yelling at her mom, but I could have done with a more impactful, emotional scene between the two of them showing that things were going to change.

It is cute, sweet, has quirky characters, and is definitely worth the read.

December 1, 2018