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Needing Moore #3
Moore than Forever
"You have no idea of what you do to me, Baby Girl."
"It's smoochal."
Is the love they always dreamed of enough?
Continuing the emotional journey of love and betrayal that began on a college campus in Searching for Moore and turned their worlds upside down in Moore to Lose, handsome, California entrepreneur Schooner Moore and sharp and sassy, New York advertising agency owner Mia Silver continue to be confronted with the harsh reality of the remnants from the lives they lived apart for 24 years.
Now, Schooner Moore and Mia Silver face the ultimate challenge - were they really meant to be together or will their pasts continue to tear them apart?
On the heels of the birth of their newborn son, Nathaniel, Schooner and Mia must decide if their love and loyalty to one another is strong enough to learn to grow together as a couple or if the life they always dreamed of sharing was better left as a teenage fantasy.
This is the third and final book in the Needing Moore Series and is not meant to be read as a stand alone. Book 1 - Searching for Moore and Book 2 - Moore to Lose should be read prior to reading Moore than Forever.
"It's smoochal."
Is the love they always dreamed of enough?
Continuing the emotional journey of love and betrayal that began on a college campus in Searching for Moore and turned their worlds upside down in Moore to Lose, handsome, California entrepreneur Schooner Moore and sharp and sassy, New York advertising agency owner Mia Silver continue to be confronted with the harsh reality of the remnants from the lives they lived apart for 24 years.
Now, Schooner Moore and Mia Silver face the ultimate challenge - were they really meant to be together or will their pasts continue to tear them apart?
On the heels of the birth of their newborn son, Nathaniel, Schooner and Mia must decide if their love and loyalty to one another is strong enough to learn to grow together as a couple or if the life they always dreamed of sharing was better left as a teenage fantasy.
This is the third and final book in the Needing Moore Series and is not meant to be read as a stand alone. Book 1 - Searching for Moore and Book 2 - Moore to Lose should be read prior to reading Moore than Forever.
265 pages, Unknown Binding
First published February 19, 2014
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Julie A. Richman
24 books1,877 followersUSA Today Bestselling author Julie A. Richman is a native New Yorker living deep in the heart of Texas. A creative writing major in college, reading and writing fiction has always been a passion. Julie began her corporate career in publishing in NYC and writing played a major role throughout her career as she created and wrote marketing, advertising, direct mail and fundraising materials for Fortune 500 corporations, advertising agencies and non-profit organizations. She is an award winning nature photographer plagued with insatiable wanderlust. Julie and her husband have one son and a white German Shepherd named Juneau.
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April 25, 2015
"Your first and your last, Baby Girl. Your first and your last."
Moore Than Forever starts at the hospital with Mia giving birth. At the previous book we had something that was about to blow things between Shooner & Mia. So this one starts pretty intense, making us wonder what's going to happen between these two. After all these years apart, are they going to break things off so easily? Or are they going to fight for the love they share? And how about their son who comes in life so early and unexpected?
I really enjoyed the final instalment of this series. Even though it started rough, it moved quite smoothly and I loved reading their journey. I liked the parts in Zambia. Really enjoyed Mia's & Shooner's bonding with Msikana, Zac's character development & his relationship with his younger siblings. I don't think that there was something that I didn't enjoy once again, so I'm quite satisfied with their HEA ending.
A totally recommended series :)
January 18, 2015
Due to time restrictions, I’d like to give a brief review covering all three books…..
Julie Richman has produced an intriguing trilogy following the relationship between two teenage college freshmen on into their early forties. From the first book, the author skillfully weaves a poignant tale of first love gone bad, leaving in its wake heartache and despair.
Mia and Schooner’s journey began in their freshman year of college. After a hard, bumpy road they finally connect and page time is given to the exciting aspects of finding that special someone who “gets you,” the one who loves you faults and all. Realizing theirs is the kind of love that last forever, they cherish their time together and make happy plans for the upcoming summer. However, their bubble soon burst, resulting in choices made that leave both devastated. The setting is before the days of cell phones or internet, and over twenty years will pass before they meet again…..
The author cleverly brings to life the complex make up of each of these characters. From the choices made as young adults to the maturity of forty year olds, the character growth is wonderfully portrayed. Richman’s talent for storytelling easily pulled me into this journey and I didn’t want to stop until all three books had been read. She easily keeps her theme up front as the years are filled with current happenings as well as the deep seated memory of that special someone. I very much enjoyed her writing style and the cast of secondary characters further enhanced this pleasurable read.
In this last installment, Schooner and Mia finally do get their HEA, with a few more surprises and additions along the way.
Needing More is an emotional as well as very romantic second chance at love series, perfectly balanced with happiness and laugh out loud moments. I enjoyed it all and without a doubt I’ll be searching for more by this talented writer.
Julie Richman has produced an intriguing trilogy following the relationship between two teenage college freshmen on into their early forties. From the first book, the author skillfully weaves a poignant tale of first love gone bad, leaving in its wake heartache and despair.
Mia and Schooner’s journey began in their freshman year of college. After a hard, bumpy road they finally connect and page time is given to the exciting aspects of finding that special someone who “gets you,” the one who loves you faults and all. Realizing theirs is the kind of love that last forever, they cherish their time together and make happy plans for the upcoming summer. However, their bubble soon burst, resulting in choices made that leave both devastated. The setting is before the days of cell phones or internet, and over twenty years will pass before they meet again…..
The author cleverly brings to life the complex make up of each of these characters. From the choices made as young adults to the maturity of forty year olds, the character growth is wonderfully portrayed. Richman’s talent for storytelling easily pulled me into this journey and I didn’t want to stop until all three books had been read. She easily keeps her theme up front as the years are filled with current happenings as well as the deep seated memory of that special someone. I very much enjoyed her writing style and the cast of secondary characters further enhanced this pleasurable read.
In this last installment, Schooner and Mia finally do get their HEA, with a few more surprises and additions along the way.
Needing More is an emotional as well as very romantic second chance at love series, perfectly balanced with happiness and laugh out loud moments. I enjoyed it all and without a doubt I’ll be searching for more by this talented writer.
January 8, 2016
The Needing Moore Series by Julie A.Richman
Adult contemporary trilogy. Must be read in order.
FULL SERIES REVIEW
I have been wanting to read the Needing Moore series by Julie Richman for a long time, but never really got a chance to commit to a 3-book series. I have heard so many amazing things, that when I saw it was on audio, I grabbed the whole series ASAP.
I loved the epic story that covered over 25 years. I loved the realistic characters. However, I don't recommend the audio version of this series. At first, I was okay with the male narrator (first and third book), but he got on every last nerve after a little while. It's a testament to how much I enjoyed the story that I was able to continue to listen to the full series.
In Searching for Moore (Book 1) Schooner Moore (Why oh why does he have such a bad name? It totally went with the annoying narrator's voice) was a golden boy. Gorgeous to a fault, tennis star, wealthy, modeling since he was in diapers. CJ was the golden girl. You know the kind...cheerleader barbie bitch. She and Schooner got together in college because that's who they were expected to be with.
But during college orientation (in the 80's), Schooner's family joined up with Mia's family for the tour. Mia was so different from anything Schooner had known. First of all, she was from New York. An east coast, free spirited, little bit bohemian, pot smoking, tell-it-like-it-is 16 year old who was smart enough to start college young. Schooner was fascinated by her, and found that he was able to really be himself with her, not the waspy, tennis playing rich boy he played et every day.
“He was the All-American Boy. Handsome, polite, top student, great athlete, buddy, boyfriend, son, soon-to-be frat brother. Schooner kept everyone happy.
Schooner Moore had no fucking idea who he really was.”
But when CJ went to study abroad, Schooner and Mia finally got to explore what they had. And it was beautiful. Their love affair was fresh and sweet, even when Schooner majorly fucked up.
“And then you came along. And I could be me. I have never felt so connected to another person or so happy.”
The second part of Searching for Moore (Book 1) takes place 24 years later. Schooner and Mia are reconnected after 24 years apart via Facebook, and the love affair begins again.
Searching for Moore ended on a MAJOR cliffy, so I immediately downloaded the second book, Moore to Lose, even though I really couldn't stand the narrator's voice.
Lo and behold, book 2, Moore to Lose , had a woman narrating! Because this was Mia's story. It began really frustrating, because it jumped back 24 years instead of addressing the cliffhanger, but I soon got into it. This story covered the 24 years they were apart, and in many ways this was my favorite of the three books. First of all because I liked the female narrator better than the male (but I still wasn't thrilled). But mostly because it was real. It was such an honest journey that many young New York City women went through in the 90s and early 2000s.
It was heartbreaking to see Mia's unhappiness without Schooner. She wasn't miserable, but she never fully gave of herself. He was always there, in the back of her mind, no matter how much she tried to expel him.
"Where are you? Am I supposed to go through this lifetime without you? Were we just not meant to be together in this lifetime? Would I even recognize you if we were to meet?" As tears streamed down her cheeks, "Or did I already lose you?" You're my go-to, Schooner, she thought.
Mia got a little crazy.
"Suffice it to say it involved two men and a lot of drugs."
But eventually after a few losers, she finally began to let go with a good one. Then Julie Richman pulled the rug out from under me and I bawled my eyes out. It may have been in my top 5 book cries because to me, it was all too real.
But eventually we get back to the present day, and back to Schooner's POV:
"Baby Girl, do you have any idea what you do to me?" There were smiles at either end of the phone at the reprise of the words that started a lifelong love affair.
"Schooner..."
"Yeah, Baby Girl..."
"It's smoochal."
And once again...a helluva cliffy.
Moore than Forever was the culmination of the series and where everything came full circle. I love reading about an older couple in their 40's and I can't get over how much you really bond with the realistic characters.
Moore than Forever really brought them together again and is a much happier book. I felt myself shedding much more happy than sad tears, and it is no where's near as angst filled as the first two. It was a beautiful end to the series.
Series Likes:
•Reading (or listening to) a full series in order really connects you to the characters to begin with, but since Julie introduced a life-long love, there was even more to connect to.
•Such realistic characters!
•So much emotion.
•Spanning 25 years, we had a New Adult and a very adult book in one.
•Julie was never afraid to "go there".
•Schooner is so alpha sexy (but that part of him was totally ruined by the narrator).
•Mia was so relatable to me (I am about her age with a similar background).
•The writing was excellent.
•Great side characters and people you love to hate.
•Very sexy sexing.
Series Dislikes:
•Schooner--the unsexiest name ever.
•Couldn't stand the audiobook narrators after a while.
•I loved "baby girl" and "smoochal" but either they were used way too much or because I was listening and kept hearing them in the annoying narrator's voice they began to drive me crazy.
•That the cliffy from Book 1 isn't immediately resolved in book 2.
•Schooner was a little too "good". Everyone thought he was perfect.
The Down & Dirty:
The Needing Moore Series is an epic, encompassing read. It covers over 25 years and allows you to really get in deep to the story and the characters. Mia was so realistic, she was extremely relatable. The stories made you FEEL. I went through every range of emotions reading this series. I feel like they need to be read in order start to finish with no books in between. I spent about 5 weeks listening to the series so I felt like they were really a part of me and was very invested in their lives. But I do NOT recommend this as an audiobook series. I think if I read it rather than listened it may be a 5-star favorite series (except for the name Schooner). The male narrator, Paul Woodson, was the most annoying narrator I have listened to, and there was absolutely nothing alpha or sexy about him, and the female narrator in Moore to Lose was almost as bad.
The Needing Moore series is one that will stick with me. There were so many ups and downs. Angst and heartbreak, love, hope, laughs, everything. I cried shocked tears, I cried heartbroken tears, I cried happy tears, and I loved seeing the couple reconnect as mature, older adults. Make sure you block the time to read all three in a row, because those cliffys are intense.
Rating: 4.25 Stars, 4.25 Heat, 2 stars audio
Needing Moore Series Kindle Box Set
Searching For Moore: Kindle | Audible | iBooks | BN.com (FREE at time of posting)
Moore To Lose: Kindle | Audible | iBooks | BN.com
Moore Than Forever: Kindle | Audible | iBooks | BN.com
August 30, 2015
Wow! Julie RICHMAN has outdone herself, MTF was worth waiting for. This is a difficult review to write without giving too much away. Julie you blow my mind with this book, this last book is not as heart wrenching as MTL; but Julie you still had me crying ( sobbing ) and this time I didn't wanna to throw my kindle out the window. lol...remember? This time, i just wanna to keep reading I want the story S & M to go on forever, Is the wrong? What a way to finish a series, we truly got to see how Mia and Schooners lives would turn out, I have loved both of these characters since book 1. I didn't think it was possible for me to fall more in love with Schooner and Mia, but MTF definitely made that happen. M & S have such a strong love for each other- Schooner my darling you're so gorgeous, and such a pretty boy...I know you're not real but I Love you so much ( Julie, he's mine, and I don't like to share) He is such a gentleman, strong, funny, sexy, yes, very sexy ,so dreamy with his sexy All-American smile. He definitely wins the Daddy of the Year award.<3<3<3. Mia: strong, beautiful, intelligent, and proud owner of her own words, "don't mess with Mia". Mia does not let anyone speak for her, the love she feels for Schooner is so true, you can feel love through the words when you are reading, this is how powerful that this book is, when you read this you see how it brings together book 1 and book 2. What about the new characters!!!! wow, wow, what surprise, love, love.... Julie You have never failed to write a good story. Thank you for bringing S and M to our lives. Definitely a "MOORE" to Love book 3. I take my reading very seriously, I appreciate authors and there wonderful forms of literature every day. I do love reading an amazing book, and I am telling you I respect your work and is something I can call perfection.Well done darling!!
March 3, 2014
5 Smoochal stars for Mia and Schooner
This is the conclusion to the amazing story of Shooner and Mia. I would suggest if you have not picked up this series yet that you should. I truly think you will not be disappointed with it.
When Julia first introduced herself to me and asked me if I would be interested in reading and reviewing her first book, I was intrigued by the blurb and thought it was definitely a story right up my alley to read. Well I fell in love with Shooner and Mia in that first novel and I was begging Julia for MORE right away. She never failed to make sure I had the next book right away when it was ready to be read.
Today I am sad to see the end of Shooner and Mia, but I also know I will be getting a little more of them in the next book Julia is working on. Which excites me very much and of course I can not wait for it. ( hint, hint).
This journey with Shooner and Mia has been an amazing journey. Julia brought every single aspect of this story together within three awesome books and she did it so great. Each book is so unique in it's own way, and Julia does an amazing job with the entire series.
With this final book in the series, we pick up where the last one ended with Mia on her way to the hospital in labor and Shooner on the West Coast dealing with the drama. Although Shooner ends up not being there when Nathaniel is born, he truly makes up for it afterwards.
I love how We got to see these two work together to get every aspect of their lives in order so that they could have their happily ever after. I loved each and every moment in this series with these two characters. They will forever hold a special place within my heart.
“I love you. I have always loved you. I have never stopped loving you. I will never stop loving you. You are the love of my life, you always have been, you always will be.”
This is the conclusion to the amazing story of Shooner and Mia. I would suggest if you have not picked up this series yet that you should. I truly think you will not be disappointed with it.
When Julia first introduced herself to me and asked me if I would be interested in reading and reviewing her first book, I was intrigued by the blurb and thought it was definitely a story right up my alley to read. Well I fell in love with Shooner and Mia in that first novel and I was begging Julia for MORE right away. She never failed to make sure I had the next book right away when it was ready to be read.
Today I am sad to see the end of Shooner and Mia, but I also know I will be getting a little more of them in the next book Julia is working on. Which excites me very much and of course I can not wait for it. ( hint, hint).
This journey with Shooner and Mia has been an amazing journey. Julia brought every single aspect of this story together within three awesome books and she did it so great. Each book is so unique in it's own way, and Julia does an amazing job with the entire series.
With this final book in the series, we pick up where the last one ended with Mia on her way to the hospital in labor and Shooner on the West Coast dealing with the drama. Although Shooner ends up not being there when Nathaniel is born, he truly makes up for it afterwards.
I love how We got to see these two work together to get every aspect of their lives in order so that they could have their happily ever after. I loved each and every moment in this series with these two characters. They will forever hold a special place within my heart.
“I love you. I have always loved you. I have never stopped loving you. I will never stop loving you. You are the love of my life, you always have been, you always will be.”
February 28, 2014
I love this series and have been hopelessly in love with it since book 1!!! Schooner and Mia make the perfect team and nothing can come between them. This book brought the much needed closure for the characters and a great HEA. On the tail of book 2 ending in a cliffhanger when Mia and Schooner have a huge fight and Mia's water breaks with him in California. There are many ways Richman could have taken this story and she chose the perfect route, it may have been a bit dramatic but I would have expected anything else from Mia. She let him suffer for not being there for his family he created with her as would any other pregnant woman. The drama with CJ and the divorce and with Zack and his behavior yep there are a lot of ups mad downs in this book. The whole book ... No the whole series is on my top 10 best ever list and anyone who reads it I hope you love it as much as I do!
February 25, 2014
“September 27th
My wishes on a million twinkling stars come true today.”
*sniffs* That is the most touching ending for Mia & Schooner. I absolutely love every page of it. It was not as drama filled unlike the first two books, it was light and the message of family was the main point, and in made up for all the drama that wasn't in the story. I cried tears of joy and I was also so touched by a lot if parts. Mia & Schooner knows how to make me cry and swoon at the same time. They really are one soul in two bodies.
“Moving his cheek against hers he took a few deep breaths filling his lungs up with the cool night air and whispered, “I promise I’ll love you forever.”
“That’s not long enough,” she whispered back, holding his head against her tight.
“God, you’re a greedy little thing,” he was smiling into her ear.
“Yes, I am. And I want you to love me for more than forever.”
“It’s a deal, Baby Girl.”
The beginning scared me at first, I thought Mia & Schooner won't make up but given the blessing of a little baby, I knew that they would not let the option of not being a family happen.
I also love the part wherein they paid tribute to Michael. It brought tears to my eyes. From Mia opening up to Schooner in Zambia up until they were at the 9/11 memorial.
Witnessing how their family grew and be surrounded by a lot of people who support them, it was very heart warming. How I wish soon I'll also meet my own Schooner Moore and be surrounded by friends that treat me like family.
“There are some things I never forget.”
The look in his eyes was melting her, “Oh really, what else haven’t you forgotten.”
“A promise I made to myself when you were just sixteen.”
Reaching out to lay a hand on his cheek, “And what was that promise?” she whispered.
With a look that summed up twenty-five years of love, heartbreak, loss and utter bliss, as he carried her over the threshold onto their boat, he whispered back, “Your first and your last, Baby Girl. Your first and your last.”
Zac and Lily though, I can't help but feel that there would be a story there soon. If ever there will be, I'll be waiting! I think Seth or CJ deserves a story or a novella. Either way, I know that Julie A. Richman has now climbed up to my favorite authors list.
5 SMOOCHAL STARS!!!
February 22, 2014
SPOILER
I really looked forward to this book. In general, serials when they're nut finished before I discover them drive me crazy. But I waited patiently for this. The author left if fast the end of book 2 in such a precarious position I was buying my nails. Book 3, however, wraps everything up almost immediately and then proceeds to give us a love rest for the remainder if the story. I was bored. Maybe if the conflict had continued longer I would have preferred it but with very little fan fare all is forgiven and they head off to Africa to build things and adopt a child. I felt it was very okay and a disappointment after the first two
I really looked forward to this book. In general, serials when they're nut finished before I discover them drive me crazy. But I waited patiently for this. The author left if fast the end of book 2 in such a precarious position I was buying my nails. Book 3, however, wraps everything up almost immediately and then proceeds to give us a love rest for the remainder if the story. I was bored. Maybe if the conflict had continued longer I would have preferred it but with very little fan fare all is forgiven and they head off to Africa to build things and adopt a child. I felt it was very okay and a disappointment after the first two
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 4, 2014
I am once again completely blown away by Author Julie A. Richman! 5 stars just aren’t enough; this book is truly amazing and something very special. After reading this book for the first time, I was so utterly speechless. I had to sit down and re-read the book before I could even start writing my review!
I will start with a warning: Do not attempt to read this book without a full box of Kleenex and a waterproof case for your Kindle or Nook. This book had me laughing one minute and sobbing the next.
I have been dying to read this book since I finished “Moore to Lose” back in September, and I have to say, it was definitely worth the wait! “Searching for Moore” was the heartwarming beginning of their relationship, their devastating separation, and their second chance after being apart for 24 years. “Moore to Lose” was Mia’s story; so full of angst, a real rollercoaster of emotions. “Moore than Forever” is Schooner and Mia’s story; battling their demons, and learning to grow together. It’s a very different level, emotionally, from “Moore to Lose”. While “Moore to Lose” was very gut-wrenching at times and full of angst, this book evokes many more happy tears.
In this book, we get to see many of the characters from the other 2 books in the series, and we’re also introduced to a few new ones. The characters in these 3 books have stolen my heart! Schooner Moore is not only super sexy and swoon-worthy, he’s also just an all-around good guy. He will do anything in his power to protect the ones he loves. Although I didn’t think it was even possible, I fell even more in love with Schooner in this book. We got to see another side of him, an even sexier side! Mia Silver is a kick-ass heroine who you just can’t help but love. She is so strong and has such a big heart. But she’s so stubborn and haunted by the demons of their past. The supporting characters all add so much depth to the story. They are all so real and unique. I sometimes have to remind myself that they are not real; they are just fictional characters!
I am blown away by the amount of research Julie does and the amount of detail that goes into all of her stories. Because of that, it’s not just a book, it’s an all-out experience! She takes you to these places; she engulfs you in her stories.
I honestly didn’t know what to expect from this book because Julie has a knack for surprising her readers. I can definitely say that she has accomplished that! Everything comes full circle, all the puzzle pieces have come together and it’s a complete story. While I am heartbroken that the series is over, all good things must come to an end. I do feel like I got a complete story. This entire series is so beautifully well written. It’s truly original. It’s both sweet and sensual. It’s very REAL. Nothing over-the top, and just the right amount of sexy (and mango butter lotion)! This book is a beautiful finale to an amazing series.
So will Schooner and Mia finally get the “Happily ever after” they’ve waited almost en entire lifetime for? Will there be more cabs in their future? You’re just going to have to read it to find out! <>
Thank you, Julie Richman, for sharing these amazing characters and their heartwarming stories with us. This entire series is one of my all-time favorites, one that I will read over and over again. Although the series has come to its inevitable culmination, I look forward to seeing what Julie has in store for us next.
“It’s Smoochal”
I will start with a warning: Do not attempt to read this book without a full box of Kleenex and a waterproof case for your Kindle or Nook. This book had me laughing one minute and sobbing the next.
I have been dying to read this book since I finished “Moore to Lose” back in September, and I have to say, it was definitely worth the wait! “Searching for Moore” was the heartwarming beginning of their relationship, their devastating separation, and their second chance after being apart for 24 years. “Moore to Lose” was Mia’s story; so full of angst, a real rollercoaster of emotions. “Moore than Forever” is Schooner and Mia’s story; battling their demons, and learning to grow together. It’s a very different level, emotionally, from “Moore to Lose”. While “Moore to Lose” was very gut-wrenching at times and full of angst, this book evokes many more happy tears.
In this book, we get to see many of the characters from the other 2 books in the series, and we’re also introduced to a few new ones. The characters in these 3 books have stolen my heart! Schooner Moore is not only super sexy and swoon-worthy, he’s also just an all-around good guy. He will do anything in his power to protect the ones he loves. Although I didn’t think it was even possible, I fell even more in love with Schooner in this book. We got to see another side of him, an even sexier side! Mia Silver is a kick-ass heroine who you just can’t help but love. She is so strong and has such a big heart. But she’s so stubborn and haunted by the demons of their past. The supporting characters all add so much depth to the story. They are all so real and unique. I sometimes have to remind myself that they are not real; they are just fictional characters!
I am blown away by the amount of research Julie does and the amount of detail that goes into all of her stories. Because of that, it’s not just a book, it’s an all-out experience! She takes you to these places; she engulfs you in her stories.
I honestly didn’t know what to expect from this book because Julie has a knack for surprising her readers. I can definitely say that she has accomplished that! Everything comes full circle, all the puzzle pieces have come together and it’s a complete story. While I am heartbroken that the series is over, all good things must come to an end. I do feel like I got a complete story. This entire series is so beautifully well written. It’s truly original. It’s both sweet and sensual. It’s very REAL. Nothing over-the top, and just the right amount of sexy (and mango butter lotion)! This book is a beautiful finale to an amazing series.
So will Schooner and Mia finally get the “Happily ever after” they’ve waited almost en entire lifetime for? Will there be more cabs in their future? You’re just going to have to read it to find out! <>
Thank you, Julie Richman, for sharing these amazing characters and their heartwarming stories with us. This entire series is one of my all-time favorites, one that I will read over and over again. Although the series has come to its inevitable culmination, I look forward to seeing what Julie has in store for us next.
“It’s Smoochal”
February 22, 2014
The Moore Series by Julie Richmond is one of my favorite series ever. Why? Well because she gave me an entire story, from beginning to end. It spanned a lifetime; every detail was there for you to feel every single solitary second of the lives of Schooner and Mia, from their time together when they are young, their time apart in between, and their amazing reunion a decade later. Parts of this series had me crying from the pain and agony that was suffered and other times I laughed and rejoiced with the love I felt.
I want to be Mia, even with all she has been through, I just love her. She is so strong and resilient and she suffered, oh god did she suffer. Mia came out on top but it was not easy. Her bravery and love she continued to have for others is what I admired most. I was able to relate to her. I felt as if I saw her story through her eyes not from the eyes of a reader. Schooner, wow he is just a god. I can picture that movie-star smile and feel as if I was seeing his story through his eyes too. I became both characters from the series not just the girl. I will admit, I was angry at both of them at times, probably more Schooner than Mia. I felt she was justified with most of what was happening. The loves scenes were so much fun, so natural, playful, and true to life. I loved the maturity of the scenes and they were very hot. The supporting characters--and there are a lot of them--helped to make up this entire story; they made the story feel more complete.
Moore than Forever was just fantastic. It slowly closed up the holes of the hearts of these characters and brought past to the present with a shining light to the future for Mia and Schooner. I warn you that you will need tissues on hand at all times. The author Julie Richmond brings back some of the events from the past and you will re-live them again but the way she does it is not a repeat so that you feel you are reading the same thing again, but finding the closure that is needed. It was magical to read and I felt it to the deepest parts of my heart.
If you have read the series you are going to adore the final installment of the series and I believe there might just be more to come with the supporting characters which are some of my favorite characters of the book. I feel a kindred spirit with this author. I believe that as an author you have to believe in what you are writing, at least some aspects. The message in this story is that things happen for a reason and Mia’s and Schooners journey together was exactly as it should have been. I have that same belief--life works in mysterious ways but always for a reason. I am ecstatic with this happy ending and feel my heart missing Mia, Schooner, and the other crazy cast of characters. My heart is happy and full
I want to be Mia, even with all she has been through, I just love her. She is so strong and resilient and she suffered, oh god did she suffer. Mia came out on top but it was not easy. Her bravery and love she continued to have for others is what I admired most. I was able to relate to her. I felt as if I saw her story through her eyes not from the eyes of a reader. Schooner, wow he is just a god. I can picture that movie-star smile and feel as if I was seeing his story through his eyes too. I became both characters from the series not just the girl. I will admit, I was angry at both of them at times, probably more Schooner than Mia. I felt she was justified with most of what was happening. The loves scenes were so much fun, so natural, playful, and true to life. I loved the maturity of the scenes and they were very hot. The supporting characters--and there are a lot of them--helped to make up this entire story; they made the story feel more complete.
Moore than Forever was just fantastic. It slowly closed up the holes of the hearts of these characters and brought past to the present with a shining light to the future for Mia and Schooner. I warn you that you will need tissues on hand at all times. The author Julie Richmond brings back some of the events from the past and you will re-live them again but the way she does it is not a repeat so that you feel you are reading the same thing again, but finding the closure that is needed. It was magical to read and I felt it to the deepest parts of my heart.
If you have read the series you are going to adore the final installment of the series and I believe there might just be more to come with the supporting characters which are some of my favorite characters of the book. I feel a kindred spirit with this author. I believe that as an author you have to believe in what you are writing, at least some aspects. The message in this story is that things happen for a reason and Mia’s and Schooners journey together was exactly as it should have been. I have that same belief--life works in mysterious ways but always for a reason. I am ecstatic with this happy ending and feel my heart missing Mia, Schooner, and the other crazy cast of characters. My heart is happy and full
February 27, 2014
I have just finished Moore than Forever and I have to say that it’s by far the best conclusion to any series that I have ever read. When I started this series I knew I was in for a treat. To watch the lives of these two unfold was a captivating journey from beginning to end. While it wasn’t always pretty but it was their story. It was stunningly beautiful. Not one stone was left unturned; all the things I needed answers to was given to me.
I was given closure on some extremely special parts of this series and to see that come full circle brought me to tears. When Mia finally told her story to Schooner I couldn’t look away. I had to take my time reading it because I didn’t want to miss a thing. When she finally got to Michael I couldn’t hold the tears back anymore. While the tears were flowing out of sadness my heart swelled with love when I heard Schooners response that part of her life, I fell in love with him even more. He truly is an amazing man. The story gave me more than I could ever ask for when all the signs were laid out and the destiny of another was weaved into their future.
The author gave each character in this series a complete story, even the bad ones. The ones that wronged them got exactly what they deserved in the end. I was pleasantly surprised with the turnaround of Zac Moore and I’m looking forward to his story I’m sure it will be a rocky one.
When I finished I closed the book and just smiled and felt complete. Thank you Julie Richman for the amazing story of Schooner and Mia, it left me in such an amazing place even though I will miss them because their story is over. This series goes to show it may take a while to reach your forever but you will get there.
I was given closure on some extremely special parts of this series and to see that come full circle brought me to tears. When Mia finally told her story to Schooner I couldn’t look away. I had to take my time reading it because I didn’t want to miss a thing. When she finally got to Michael I couldn’t hold the tears back anymore. While the tears were flowing out of sadness my heart swelled with love when I heard Schooners response that part of her life, I fell in love with him even more. He truly is an amazing man. The story gave me more than I could ever ask for when all the signs were laid out and the destiny of another was weaved into their future.
The author gave each character in this series a complete story, even the bad ones. The ones that wronged them got exactly what they deserved in the end. I was pleasantly surprised with the turnaround of Zac Moore and I’m looking forward to his story I’m sure it will be a rocky one.
When I finished I closed the book and just smiled and felt complete. Thank you Julie Richman for the amazing story of Schooner and Mia, it left me in such an amazing place even though I will miss them because their story is over. This series goes to show it may take a while to reach your forever but you will get there.
February 27, 2014
***** I received an ARC copy for an honest review *****
WOW I am loving these series, I am glad that I got to read all three books on the same week, let me just say that I couldn't put the books down and I just want more, I love the characters and love how they turned out to be. I am gone keep this short since I don't want to give anything away.
Holy Smoke what can I say their is So much happened in this book, this was the perfect ending to the series, Moore Than Forever starts off right where Moore to Lose left off, After the horrible phone call between Mia and Schooner, Mia is in labor in New York and Schooner is in California, and let me just say that once Mia goes into labor she don't call Schooner to let him know.
She is hurt and feeling neglected, after she realizes that Schooner wants to be there for his son, their friend realized this an make the called to let him know, after the call he does everything to make sure that he will get their in time for the arrival.
I love how this book end, love how they act with each other and love it that after all they being through the love they have for each other it just kept on growing stronger. Author Julie A. Richman have to say did and AWESOME job with these series, and cant wait to read more of her books.
I really enjoy and love the series and I hope that once you read it that you get to love it and enjoy it as much as I did.
WOW I am loving these series, I am glad that I got to read all three books on the same week, let me just say that I couldn't put the books down and I just want more, I love the characters and love how they turned out to be. I am gone keep this short since I don't want to give anything away.
Holy Smoke what can I say their is So much happened in this book, this was the perfect ending to the series, Moore Than Forever starts off right where Moore to Lose left off, After the horrible phone call between Mia and Schooner, Mia is in labor in New York and Schooner is in California, and let me just say that once Mia goes into labor she don't call Schooner to let him know.
She is hurt and feeling neglected, after she realizes that Schooner wants to be there for his son, their friend realized this an make the called to let him know, after the call he does everything to make sure that he will get their in time for the arrival.
I love how this book end, love how they act with each other and love it that after all they being through the love they have for each other it just kept on growing stronger. Author Julie A. Richman have to say did and AWESOME job with these series, and cant wait to read more of her books.
I really enjoy and love the series and I hope that once you read it that you get to love it and enjoy it as much as I did.
September 4, 2016
Moore Than Forever is now live on Amazon so it is safe to post my review. NO SPOILERS HERE!
When we last closed the chapter on Mia, she was on her way to the hospital, alone in a cab and in labor. I felt so conflicted with Schooner not being there for her, I was crying. These are fictional characters, I kept saying to myself. The problem is that Julie Richman has the gift of writing such real characters, you cannot possibly separate fiction from reality. You become immersed in the story to that extent and a full range of emotions are engaged.
Now the final installment of Mia and Schooner has been be told. If you have been following this series, you will not be disappointed. Like any new couple, Mia and Schooner need to find their balance. With a baby in the mix, this is not so easy to do when the obstacles that separated them before still exist. Schooner needs to settle his personal demons so he can freely love Mia the way she deserves.
I have enjoyed this journey. I love the writing, the plotline and the characters who are so real to me. To Julie Richman I say Bravo! You hit this one out of the ballpark, lady! For me, it felt like coming home to a warm fire and the security that is implied in the word HOME. Thank you for sharing this journey with us. It was well worth all the emotions and waiting for the final outcome.
When we last closed the chapter on Mia, she was on her way to the hospital, alone in a cab and in labor. I felt so conflicted with Schooner not being there for her, I was crying. These are fictional characters, I kept saying to myself. The problem is that Julie Richman has the gift of writing such real characters, you cannot possibly separate fiction from reality. You become immersed in the story to that extent and a full range of emotions are engaged.
Now the final installment of Mia and Schooner has been be told. If you have been following this series, you will not be disappointed. Like any new couple, Mia and Schooner need to find their balance. With a baby in the mix, this is not so easy to do when the obstacles that separated them before still exist. Schooner needs to settle his personal demons so he can freely love Mia the way she deserves.
I have enjoyed this journey. I love the writing, the plotline and the characters who are so real to me. To Julie Richman I say Bravo! You hit this one out of the ballpark, lady! For me, it felt like coming home to a warm fire and the security that is implied in the word HOME. Thank you for sharing this journey with us. It was well worth all the emotions and waiting for the final outcome.
February 21, 2014
The three books in this series defy any genre in which they're placed. They are truly novels in their own right, with beautifully drawn characters, wonderful dialogue and a story line which carries throughout the entire series, and which ends with all the pieces of the puzzle in place so that one can look back and enjoy the canvas on which they're drawn. We follow the journey of Mia and Schooner, their friends and families, and their adversaries, from their teens to their 40s, all their trials and tribulations, their joys and sorrows, and we begin to visualize them, not as characters on pages of a book, but as real-life people we know and love.
Kudos to Julie Richman for making this a series which will remain with us long after we turn the last page, a testament to her writing ability!
Kudos to Julie Richman for making this a series which will remain with us long after we turn the last page, a testament to her writing ability!
February 26, 2014
A 5 Star Review just isnt enough for this book!!! Julie Richman really nailed it on this book. It was the perfect trilogy. I actually read her books after meeting her in Vegas last fall... When I had the chance to speak with her I just knew that the woman was beyond talented and couldnt wait to read her work. She did not let me down.
I have loved Mia and Schooner from book one and this book was no exception. They are still working through their individual issues, however their love and commitment to eachother never wavers. Its such an amazing love story that had me reaching for tissue several times . This book is just as amazing as the first two! I will tell you that in order to get the full effect of the greatness, you need to read the first books in the series.
Julie... What have you got for me to read next?!?! You officially have a fan for life! <3
~ Cam
I have loved Mia and Schooner from book one and this book was no exception. They are still working through their individual issues, however their love and commitment to eachother never wavers. Its such an amazing love story that had me reaching for tissue several times . This book is just as amazing as the first two! I will tell you that in order to get the full effect of the greatness, you need to read the first books in the series.
Julie... What have you got for me to read next?!?! You officially have a fan for life! <3
~ Cam
February 28, 2014
This was my favorite book of the series! ❤❤
Finally getting the whole story wrapped in one. You're getting the ending you hoped for and crossed your fingers for. Every 'chapter' in their journey to find love and happiness was always with a purpose & meaning. Love is painful, hopeful, happy, enjoyable, emotional but with the right two people its amazing.
I really loved this story and felt as if at times I was there sitting in a corner watching it all unfold before me. Such a beautiful series and full of so much emotion. There are not even enough words to describe in depth how great this series is. Best wishes to Schooner & Mia and may you be blessed with love the way it fits you!!!
Finally getting the whole story wrapped in one. You're getting the ending you hoped for and crossed your fingers for. Every 'chapter' in their journey to find love and happiness was always with a purpose & meaning. Love is painful, hopeful, happy, enjoyable, emotional but with the right two people its amazing.
I really loved this story and felt as if at times I was there sitting in a corner watching it all unfold before me. Such a beautiful series and full of so much emotion. There are not even enough words to describe in depth how great this series is. Best wishes to Schooner & Mia and may you be blessed with love the way it fits you!!!
February 24, 2015
OMG I am an emotional wreck. I think that reading these three books back-to-back was a little too intense.
You MUST read 1 & 2 before you read this final book in the series.
We pick back up where book 1 ended in that MASSIVE cliffhanger and that is only where the crap starts to hit the fan - the poop storm only gets bigger from tehre.
More misunderstandings and miscommunications mixed in with a toxic ex cause yet more problems for Schooner and Mia.
Can they make it through? Is Nathaniel ok?
READ THIS SERIES - It is abso-frickin-lutely AWESOME!!!!
You MUST read 1 & 2 before you read this final book in the series.
We pick back up where book 1 ended in that MASSIVE cliffhanger and that is only where the crap starts to hit the fan - the poop storm only gets bigger from tehre.
More misunderstandings and miscommunications mixed in with a toxic ex cause yet more problems for Schooner and Mia.
Can they make it through? Is Nathaniel ok?
READ THIS SERIES - It is abso-frickin-lutely AWESOME!!!!
February 23, 2014
What a fantastic ending to Mia and Schooners story. Even though I hated all the angst from the first two books, I absolutely adore the way their story ended. You must read Searching for Moore and Moore to Lose before reading this book as it is not a standalone but it is a really great series and you get to go on a wonderful journey with these characters. Highly recommend this series.
April 16, 2014
Sad to say good-bye
I started this book wanting to rip Schooner's eyes out! All that man had to do was open his mouth and speak his heart and he had mine again. Great series and beautiful writing
I started this book wanting to rip Schooner's eyes out! All that man had to do was open his mouth and speak his heart and he had mine again. Great series and beautiful writing
February 24, 2014
ARC provided by the Author in exchange for an honest review.
The Needing Moore trilogy by Julie A. Richman has been an amazing journey. It is a journey that over a twenty year period proves that true love triumphs and happily ever after is not just a fairytale. It is the story of two young college lovers who are torn apart and find each other again. It is the story of two young and naive individuals growing up and becoming strong adults that have endured heartaches and hardships in life. Once they find their way back to one another, together become a force to be reckoned with. The Needing Moore trilogy is Schooner and Mia’s story, it is their life.
To say to much about this book would give away spoilers on the remarkable journey we have been travelling along on. So what I am going to do is give a few descriptive sentences or words that will relay my thoughts and feelings about the final book in the Needing Moore series.
1. Sensational!
2. Electrifying
3. Scorching!
4. Redeeming! (that is for Zac)
5. Rewarding!
6. Satisfying!
7. Perfection!
8. Justifying!
9. Romantic!
10. Karma is a bitch (ummmm….yes that is for C.J. ) !
Julie A. Richman…a brilliant and magical author!
Read The Needing Moore Trilogy! It is guaranteed to touch your heart!
March 1, 2014
**Searching for Moore and Moore to Lose must be read in that order before reading Moore than Forever**
Saying "Good bye" is never an easy thing to do, but sadly the time has come for those words to be echoed into the night after turning the last page of the best love story I've ever read.
Schooner Moore and Mia Silver along with many other characters have been like real people to me over the last several months and I have loved each and every moment with them. Getting to see their struggles, feel their pain and grow right along with them in each book has been a great pleasure and joy. To finally see these two come full circle in the most beautiful of ways, makes me feel honored that I got to be along for the ride.
Julie A. Richman, you my sweet lady have once again blown me away and left me speechless. Thank You for such amazing characters and a story that is truly one of a kind. Schooner and Mia will forever hold a very special and huge place in my heart.
I highly recommend this series to any readers who want to be drawn in and taken on the ride of their life through words on a page.
Saying "Good bye" is never an easy thing to do, but sadly the time has come for those words to be echoed into the night after turning the last page of the best love story I've ever read.
Schooner Moore and Mia Silver along with many other characters have been like real people to me over the last several months and I have loved each and every moment with them. Getting to see their struggles, feel their pain and grow right along with them in each book has been a great pleasure and joy. To finally see these two come full circle in the most beautiful of ways, makes me feel honored that I got to be along for the ride.
Julie A. Richman, you my sweet lady have once again blown me away and left me speechless. Thank You for such amazing characters and a story that is truly one of a kind. Schooner and Mia will forever hold a very special and huge place in my heart.
I highly recommend this series to any readers who want to be drawn in and taken on the ride of their life through words on a page.
February 24, 2014
In Moore Than Forever we come to the end of Schooner & Mia's story. A love story that began more than 25 years before and has gone through so many ups and downs yet these two are destined to be.
The first two books both ended on a cliffhanger this one for me started with one! A will they won't they scenario that continued for the first couple of chapters...This book ties in with the previous two like the completion of a puzzle. And of course Mia & Schooner get their Hea..How could they not after all they've been through.
One of the best series i've read in a long time the only downside for me? it's left us wanting "MOORE"
Julie, For your debut series you've excelled yourself. Can't wait to see what you come up with next!
If you've yet to read it all I can say is what are you waiting for?
The first two books both ended on a cliffhanger this one for me started with one! A will they won't they scenario that continued for the first couple of chapters...This book ties in with the previous two like the completion of a puzzle. And of course Mia & Schooner get their Hea..How could they not after all they've been through.
One of the best series i've read in a long time the only downside for me? it's left us wanting "MOORE"
Julie, For your debut series you've excelled yourself. Can't wait to see what you come up with next!
If you've yet to read it all I can say is what are you waiting for?
February 27, 2014
I really enjoyed this book/series. I give it 4.5 stars! Half a star droppped b/c the intensity level wasn't there for me :) That is usually how it is in the final book.
I can truly say Mrs. Richman did an amazing job on her writing. Everything was brought together smoothly. There were so many different characters from Book one to the Final Book that weren't mentioned during other stages of Mia/Schnoor's life. But Mrs. Richmond did not disappoint in the end.
Yes, you will life out LOL but you will tear/cry again. How can you not?
A series I definitely recommend.
I can truly say Mrs. Richman did an amazing job on her writing. Everything was brought together smoothly. There were so many different characters from Book one to the Final Book that weren't mentioned during other stages of Mia/Schnoor's life. But Mrs. Richmond did not disappoint in the end.
Yes, you will life out LOL but you will tear/cry again. How can you not?
A series I definitely recommend.
October 22, 2014
What a great wrap up to an amazing trilogy! I read all 3 books in 4 days! Any free time I had I was reading!!! This story really will stay with you after...I can't stop thinking about the characters and everything they go through! I am a firm believer in everything happens for a reason and I really think that Mia and Schooner were apart in order to make themselves better!!! Think of how many lives they touched and all that wouldn't have happened if Mia didn't run!!! I miss the characters already!!! Julie Richman you have another HUGE fan!!!!
June 12, 2015
It was initially nail biting, but once that was resolved it was very tame. I personally felt Schooner got off too easy after his behavior in the end of book 2. I did like Schooner but everyone thought he could do no wrong. Yes he could and yes he did. I just felt her friends had his back and not hers when it came to him making bad choices.
February 21, 2014
FULL RECOMMENDATION AND FAVORITE QUOTE ON SMUTBOOKCLUB.COM
[4.5/5 stars]
If you've read the other two books—and you should if you haven't—you have to finish out the story, and I can pretty much guarantee you won't be disappointed in catching up with Schooner.
[4.5/5 stars]
If you've read the other two books—and you should if you haven't—you have to finish out the story, and I can pretty much guarantee you won't be disappointed in catching up with Schooner.
February 23, 2014
We come to the conclusion of Mia and Schooner and we experience their HEA. I enjoyed the series as a whole but this book just didn't work for me. There was very little angst and intensity as was with the previous two books. It starts out with a bang and then falls short. I found myself skimming quite a bit. Ho hum. 3.5 stars
March 7, 2014
Mia and Schooner finally have their happy ending, or better yet, happy beginning. I was pissed off at Schooner for being unavailable for Mia when she needed him most. And it broke my heart all over again when Mia finally shared dear Michael with Schooner at last. I love the end of this trilogy.
February 26, 2014
My review disappeared again...
When I started to read this I was
and when I read the last page i was like
When I started to read this I was
and when I read the last page i was like
January 14, 2014
more than wonderful..I love it so much
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