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The Forever Girl

Jill Shalvis
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The Forever Girl

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Jill Shalvis

The Forever Girl

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Wildstone, California • Contemporary

Theme
Family
Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Forever Girl by Jill Shalvis, individuals navigate life's complexities as a childhood tragedy reunites a group of friends. Through memories and forgiveness, they explore personal growth and relationships. Set in a close-knit community, the story emphasizes themes of healing and the enduring power of friendship.

Romantic

Heartwarming

Emotional

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.3

8,087 ratings

80%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Forever Girl by Jill Shalvis is praised for its engaging storytelling and well-drawn characters, offering a heartfelt exploration of friendship and family. Readers appreciate the warmth and humor interwoven with emotional depth. Some critics note predictable plot elements, but the novel's charm and relatability largely compensate for these minor detractions.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Forever Girl?

Readers who enjoy The Forever Girl by Jill Shalvis likely appreciate contemporary romance with themes of friendship, forgiveness, and family. Fans of Susan Mallery's Sisters by Choice or Kristan Higgins' Life and Other Inconveniences will find similar emotional depth and character-driven narratives here.

4.3

8,087 ratings

80%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance

Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Wildstone, California • Contemporary

Theme
Family
Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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