The Truth About Forever by Sarah Dessen

About the Book:

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Rating: Really Good

Pages: 391

Released: 2004

Published by: Penquin Group

 

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Synopsis:

Macy Queen is struggling to cope with her father's death and the fact her boyfriend has gone to "Brain Camp". She's smiling her way through her day to day life but on the inside she's falling apart. She only starts to live her life again when she meets a new group of friends who gradually bring her out of her shell. Especially Wes. Wes is artistic and sexy and Macy finds she can be herself with him. But because she's lost so much can Macy see what she has to gain?

 

First Line:

"Jason was going to Brain Camp."

 

Review:

This was a bittersweet story. I really enjoyed Macy as the lead character and her point of view proves very emotionally provoking. The way she copes with her father's death is so heart breaking that I actually shed a tear. Sarah Dessen has a gift for writing realistic situations that are completely believable. Macy and her family's responses to her fathers death and Macy's gradual budding relationship with Wes makes for a truly good read. I absolutely loved Wes's character, he is one of those characters you long to be real. Overall, this was a truly lovely read.  

 

Recommended Audience:

Any lovers of YA and contemporary.