Book Brief
325
Novel • Fiction
USA • 2010s
2017
YA
13-18 years
HL700L
Super Short Summary
In Always and Forever, Lara Jean by Jenny Han, Lara Jean navigates the final months of high school, dealing with college admissions, family dynamics, and her relationship with Peter. After discovering she didn’t get into UVA, she plans to transfer from William and Mary but later decides on UNC. The novel highlights themes of love, change, and growing up as Lara Jean faces her and Peter's uncertain future, culminating in them committing to a long-distance relationship.
Romantic
Heartwarming
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
278,486 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Jenny Han's Always and Forever, Lara Jean is celebrated for its heartwarming romance and relatable portrayal of teenage life. Readers appreciate the growth of Lara Jean's character and the charm of her family dynamics. However, some feel the plot is predictable and lacks the intensity of the previous books. Overall, it offers a satisfying conclusion to the series.
Who Should Read Always and Forever, Lara Jean ?
Readers who would enjoy Always and Forever, Lara Jean by Jenny Han are typically young adults, especially those who appreciate heartwarming, coming-of-age romance stories. Fans of Stephanie Perkins’ Anna and the French Kiss and Rainbow Rowell’s Fangirl will find similar themes of love, self-discovery, and transition in Han's work.
278,486 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
325
Novel • Fiction
USA • 2010s
2017
YA
13-18 years
HL700L
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