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Following her larger than life best friend to NYU was a dream come true. Modeling part-time to pay the bills, while she earned her teaching degree, Reese Mitchell never imagined her Nana's prediction of finding her future husband could be possible. Then she met...HIM! Walker Reed, her handsome stranger. He was sexy as sin and one look from him, she was hooked. Loving Walker was effortless. He captured her heart with one touch making Reese lose herself in him. From strangers to lovers, they became two hearts...one love. Outside forces conspire to tear their love apart leaving her to wonder if two people from different worlds should stay together? When promised "Forever" from the man who loves her, Reese is left with only one thing to do. She trusts the promises made. She believes in the happily ever after. She believes in...FOREVER.

202 pages, Paperback

First published February 16, 2014

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Mary A. Wasowski

27 books241 followers
Mary A. Wasowski is a Best Selling Author who writes adult contemporary romance. Captivating and inspiring readers one book at a time.

Mary loves creating sexy alpha book boyfriends for you to swoon over. When she is not writing her happily ever after stories, she is an avid reader of all romance titles. A romantic at heart, she shares her zest for life with her husband, Henry, and their three sons.

Proud to be an Indie Author, she lives in North Carolina and works as a full-time writer.

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153 reviews50 followers
June 24, 2014
I've been sitting here stewing on what to rate or even how to write this review. Why don't I start by ripping the band-aid off quickly and go straight to what I didn't like. Okay, so you have this love story about a girl who moves to NYC to continue her education. She meets Walker Reed and they begin their whirlwind romance. Therein lies the problem. Their journey to love feels rushed. It kinda fast-forwarded a few weeks and they were already in a relationship, almost inseparable. I didn't *feel* the love quite yet. It was Walker's actions as the book went on that made me feel that bond between him and Reese. I want to share with you one of the moments that made me a believer. This is a small excerpt from the book and it had me in tears.

"When I look at you, this is what I see. I see you walking down the aisle in a beautiful, white dress designed by Freddy, and escorted by your grandfather. You’ll look so beautiful that I can hardly breathe. I see you holding our newborn son or daughter in your arms. I kiss your lips, and whisper thank you for making me the happiest man in the world. II see you and our children by my side when I cut the ribbon to the new building that I have designed. I see us growing old together, Reese. We will enjoy the family that we created. We will welcome our grandchildren into the world. Forever, baby…I only see forever when I look at you."

And there I go crying again. I was a goner from then on. I knew the plot twist was coming. I could feel it in my bones and I didn't want it to come. I wanted to stay in this land of bliss. Then it hit....and it sucked. Reese and Walker were betrayed by someone that's supposed to love you unconditionally. So what do you do when you've been dealt a bad hand? You move on. This cut deeper than I could have ever imagined. I began to accept it. He deserves to be happy right? I don't feel any hatred towards Walker. I sympathize with him. Just when I came to terms with it and was happy for him my heart was blown to smithereens. I know it needed to happen but my heart is breaking for all of them. I've never read a book that brought in such strong emotions. Even now, the day after finishing the book, I'm still crying writing this. It's not fair! Thankfully book two is right around the corner. I don't think I can wait very long to read the second installment. Please do yourself a favor and read this book.
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Author 10 books141 followers
May 13, 2014
So disappointed. Novels like this REALLY piss me off because I can't stand a finish like this. They basically cut Reese out of the novel and the man that claimed to love her slept with another woman and moved on. Argh, what a crock!
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Author 11 books481 followers
February 24, 2014
4.5 STARS!

Forever is the story of Reese, a small town girl who meets, Walker, sexy born with a silver spoon in his mouth guy. Their relationship is nothing but sparks of passion balanced with love and knowledge that you have found the other half of your heart and soul. Many people will say that their relationship took off too fast, but I disagree…there is no proper timetable for true love. Mary did a fabulous job writing amazing and credible characters with such a wide range of depth. A character is an interpretation of the author’s sense of reality, and I think Mary nailed it, especially with Walker. He was sexy, oh so sweet yet he knew what he wanted and he wasn’t afraid to say so. The sex was hot and left me needing to fan myself a couple of times. I really liked how the author broke the story into two parts: Reese’s tale told the story of how she and Walker came together, and the difficulties they faced finding the balance in a world that seemed to be stacked against them. Walker’s tale told a much stronger and emotional filled story of truth and agony when you experience utter loss. You felt his hurt and cheered for all his attempts to right the wrong, but there is only so much one person can endure. By the end of this book, I just could not believe the story that was unfolding with every swipe of my kindle. And the end, I did not see coming. To me it ending in the most perfect of way, with plenty of things to think about not to mention questions by the dozens. But, isn’t that what you want from a story? I really enjoyed taking this journey with Reese and Walker and I look forward to the next installment. Kudos to Mary for a wonderful story.
Profile Image for Jenny Harris.
4,400 reviews33 followers
June 16, 2014
This book has an over all good story I was bummed at the ending but from all indications from the author there is more to this couple's story. In this story we meet Reese Mitchell a small town girl who worked as a model while doing this she ran into some trouble and was able to get out of the situation but left her with some trust issues. Not only did the modeling problem leave her with trust issues but the loss of both parents so close together really made her question her worth. During this time she meets a man named Freddy Mackelstein and they become fast friends so when Freddy moves back to New York Reese decides to go there to get away from her modeling troubles. While in New York she meets this man named Walker Reed now everything is stacked against them. He is a rich guy she is a small girl but the instant connection cannot be denied. This story has these characters coming back to one another time and again but they have people that don't want to see them together. I feel bad for Reese after the amount of hits this girl has taken I was hoping for a HEA, you will have to read it to see if it really happens. Great book that will have you from page one till the very end. I would recommend this book to anyone and everyone. If you have not read this book make sure it is on your must read list.
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29 reviews
February 23, 2014
This is a beautiful story well written by this amazing talented woman!i love the way she writes and with "Forever", she exceed herself!
This story is very intricate full of the strongest emotion you can experience in your whole life.
I've adored Reese,a very strong girl that is forced to do painful things. I love this character but i was scared how the story was going . My heart experienced love , passion,happiness loyalty,fear and pain.
Walker is my Myth, i love all of him his way to fight for their love !!! But my heart skip more than one bit with this fearful story!
And what can i say about the others characters, i hated them with all my heart really and more!
I hope for my health that what is coming is really a marvellous happy ending for this gorgeous couple because they really deserve the best and i'm confident that this waiting will be worth it!
In my humble opinion this is the kind of story that you will love "Forever" like me!
Another time thank you Mary Wasowsky to share your talent with us ! ❤️❤️❤️
With all my love Angela
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Author 27 books241 followers
November 29, 2013
Of course Authors rate their own work:) Forever is my new book that will be part of a 3 book series. Forever debuts on 2/20/2014. I am very excited to introduce to you all my new couple Walker & Reese. They are very passionate, and filled with fire for one another.

Thank you readers for adding this title to your tbr list! Forever will be here soon.

xoxo...Mary
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44 reviews
April 23, 2015
What happen to Elizabeth from the manipulation of her father brings to mind the saying "God don't like ugly"
Very good book to read on to the next one.
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406 reviews194 followers
February 28, 2014
Forever is a story about love, deception, and heartbreak.

Reese is a sweet southern Georgia Peach, both beautiful and innocent. When we first meet her she is transferring colleges right before her senior year and moves to NYC. Living in an apartment with her gay BFF (love Freddy!) she meets the very handsome Walker Reed. On track to take over the family business, Walker is being groomed by his father for bigger and better things. There are a certain amount of expectations placed on Walker from his father, one of which includes who he should and should not date.

The attraction between Reese and Walker is instant and the relationship follows very quickly. But even with the strong bond and love for each other there are forces trying to pull them apart…..Walker’s father has a few secrets and he wants Reese out of the picture, this is where all the yummy drama happens.

Forever is split up into two parts, which I actually really liked. The first half of the book we get Reese’s story from her point of view. This is where Reese and Walker first meet and the relationship beings. This is also where I had some reservations about the book. My biggest issue with Forever was the lightning speed at which Walker and Reese’s relationship developed. From a quick glance to a first date to oh so much more (chicka bow wow) all that in the space of just a few short chapters was too quick for me. I like to get to know my characters separately, learn what makes them tick and then see the full development of their relationship. I like dates and flirting, I love fun and witty conversations. All of those little things that really help me connect, without it I feel as if I am just being told a story instead of feeling as if I am part of the story.

So while I liked both Reese and Walker it wasnt until the end of the book that I really felt the connection.

Initially in the beginning of the book Walker came across as temperamental and jealous which isn’t a good combination. His actions or better yet his reactions to certain circumstances didn’t seem all that necessary or called for and turned me off a bit. In the second half of the book however, Walkers half, I found myself liking him and connecting with him a bit more. I don’t want to give too much away about this second half of the book but this is where it got good and really held my interest. It’s were you get all of the drama, excitement, heartbreak and that twist.

Mary Wasowski did a good job at creating an intriguing plot line and while I did have some issues with the book that ending totally hooked me. It has piqued my interest enough to want to continue with the series as see how Reese and Walkers story plays out.
Profile Image for Crystal Marie.
1,483 reviews68 followers
July 26, 2016
2.5 Stars

"I don't know how to describe what I'm feeling; is this what instant connection feels like? Because if it is, I have never felt this way before, and I need to get a better handle on it."
In this book we meet Reese and Walker who have an instant connection and easily fall in love with each other. Reese had some tragedies while growing up and is surprisingly well adjusted even after everything that had happened. She decides to move from Georgia to NYC to live with her best friend, Freddy, who I absolutely adored! Walker comes from an influential family and has a dynasty awaiting him when he graduates however his family is less than loving towards him. They have their idea of what his future life should be like and Reese definitely does not fit in with their equation.
I did enjoy the premise of the book. The plot had interesting twists and turns. I just found I could not connect with these characters at all. I couldn't stand Walker and he just seemed like a jerk to me. He was so possessive it made him do things that no girl should put up with. The way he reacts to some situations just infuriated me. I think another issue with not being able to connect to the characters may have been the writing. I felt that a lot of important points were just thrown out there and rushed. Maybe Reese could have used a novella of her youth to help us connect with her? The writing just didn't flow well for me and at times made it almost impossible to follow, especially in the second half. We hear from Reese' point of view for the first half, and then for the second half it goes back and forth between Walker and his father although there is nothing to show when the POV changes. I can't say much about the second half without ruining it for anyone but I absolutely loathed where the story went. While I am all for things not having a HEA since that is what real life is about, I hated the way things ended up there. I seriously wanted to jump in my Kindle and wring Walker's neck. While I didn't care for him much in the first half, the second half made me despise him as a human being. He is irresponsible and selfish beyond belief.
This is only the author's second book. I feel like maybe she needs to work on making a story flow and also needs more insight into the way the characters have come to where they are now in their lives. While I will not read any more in this series (even though it is intriguing that the next book takes place 17 years later!) because I did not enjoy the characters, I would consider reading some work from this author in the future.

Reviewed by Mystery for Crystal’s Many Reviewers
*Copy provided for honest review*
Profile Image for Once.
2,344 reviews81 followers
March 30, 2014
OUT's Review

This is probably would of the hardest books to write a review for. I loved the book so much that there really isn't any great word to describe how great this book is. Terrific, Awesome, the best book ever, and excellent. Mary writes her books so it feels like you are standing right next to the character and you are seeing everything and feeling every emotion that they are going through.

I loved the characters in this book but I really hated the main character Walker right from the beiginning of the story. I wanted something so bad to happen to him and all I could think to myself boy he is a jerk. Reese is every girls dream. She is a model that is going to school to become a teacher while trying to hang out with her best friend that is in the fashion industry and trying to keep up with her boyfriend Walker. When I was reading the book Walker was the type of guy that was very controlling and always had to know where you were at twenty four hours a day. If he didn't he would flip out on you. I remember having a boyfriend like him. I listened to every word that he ever said to me and now I look back I think boy I was stupid. But that's what happens when your young and in love. Walker and Reese go through things in this book that I think every teenager in life goes through once. There is pregnancy, jealously, and insecure with themselves. The way that Mary writes her books she always tells you from that characters Point of View which is the best kind.

I couldn't put this book down when I started it. Don't you love it when you read a book and it stays with you forever and that is the series you always remember. I know a lot of our favorite series was Twilight and mine is still. But this is another series you will love so much. I kept putting off this review to think of something great to write about this book. I consider Mary the author as my friend and she deserves a great review for something this great. I really can't wait to read the other book to this series. She already told me if will be coming out in August. It kinda sucks it's so far away. That's what this series does to you. You want to count down until the next one. Please take a chance on this wonderful book. I promise you will fall in love with it and it will live with you FOREVER.
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161 reviews5 followers
November 16, 2014
This is quite a romantic rollercoaster. The emotions spilling from this book go from happiness to sadness, to fear to strength and to utter heartbreak.

Reese is a sweet Georgia Peach. A tall elegant beauty with a lot of heart that moves to the Big Apple NYC to complete her degree. During her stay in the ever exciting city she meets Freddy her soon to be best friends and kick-a$$ fashion designed(tons of perks with that one) and Marsha her dedicated and fiesty agent that helps Reese kick off a modeling career in NYC. Yes you may be wondering, wasn't she going to be a teacher. Before you get all judgmental, Reese does want this but modeling comes as a means to earn money, its not cheap to live in NYC folks. In her pursuit of her degree Reese meets the one man that will set her on a path that will alter the course of her life forever. Walker Reed.

Walker Reed is a sexy beast, rich kid from the Hamptons. No, he is not a jerk or at all your typical bad boy who needs some sever attitude adjustment. he is quite the opposite. Walker is both genuine and sincere, a bit of an Alpha male and sometimes jealous he is completely devoted and loving to Reese. So much so that he would defy his own father. Walker's father is an abhorrent mad who will stop at nothing to ensure that Walker, the heir to his mighty business, follows the path and future that he himself has laid out for him. He is so hellbent on this that he is even willing to destroy the one person Walker loves with all his heart, Reese.

This book is quite intense. We start off in this whirlwind romance and its beautiful. Its patient, its kind and its full of love and promises and then soon we are watching two souls destined for each other be torn apart by forces they can't overcome. We see two people so broken without each other that that your heart literally breaks with them. Again there is just so much emotion in this book. I enjoyed reading the varying POV's in the story. I thought the pace flowed well. Wasowski has a fantastic way of making you absolutely hate the despicable people in this novel and undoubtedly ache for the good folks who lie in the wake of this romance. this is a great read that has just the right amount of twist and turns that will keep you on your toes with every turn of the page.
Profile Image for Tami Talbert.
455 reviews17 followers
July 24, 2016
4½ Tear-filled and heart-touching stars

I was offered this ARC of Forever in exchange for an honest review. I am always a sucker for a love story and with this simple one word title, I believed this would be exactly what I am always looking. But Forever goes so far beyond the description of “a love story,” that it is virtually impossible to describe.

This book tells the tale of Reese and Walker, both seniors attending NYU. At the instant their eyes meet, there is an immediate gravitational pull of their souls towards one another. Though there are forces involved neither of them can control, they persevere and remain together. But when those forces intensify with a never-ending elaborate plan to coerce them to part, will Reese and Walker ultimately be forced to separate or will their hearts remain entwined Forever?

I am hesitant to say much more for fear of the risk of spoiling this touching story of such a beautiful and undying love. During those moments when tears are shed by not only Reese but Walker as well, it is absolutely heart-wrenching and at times put a lump in my throat, even now as I’m writing this review. On the other hand, there are times when I was so angry with some of the other characters, I wanted to throw my iPad across the room. Though Reese and Walker became part of my life ever so briefly during the time in which I was reading this book, I was so deeply touched by the love shared between them and feel it is unquestionably what everyone always hopes to be able find. I struggle to find the words to express the depths to which this story touched my heart. The connection between Reese and Walker is not only amazing, but is sexy and hot as well.

But now for the bad news: Mary Wasowski has left my heart dangling awaiting the release of the second installment to the Forever Series. But I wait with great anticipation, so looking forward to the continuation of the romance which began here in these pages between Reese and Walker and hoping their hearts will remain together Forever.
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455 reviews17 followers
May 19, 2015
4½ Tear-filled and heart-touching stars

I was offered this ARC of Forever in exchange for an honest review. I am always a sucker for a love story and with this simple one word title, I believed this would be exactly what I am always looking. But Forever goes so far beyond the description of “a love story,” that it is virtually impossible to describe.

This book tells the tale of Reese and Walker, both seniors attending NYU. At the instant their eyes meet, there is an immediate gravitational pull of their souls towards one another. Though there are forces involved neither of them can control, they persevere and remain together. But when those forces intensify with a never-ending elaborate plan to coerce them to part, will Reese and Walker ultimately be forced to separate or will their hearts remain entwined Forever?

I am hesitant to say much more for fear of the risk of spoiling this touching story of such a beautiful and undying love. During those moments when tears are shed by not only Reese but Walker as well, it is absolutely heart-wrenching and at times put a lump in my throat, even now as I’m writing this review. On the other hand, there are times when I was so angry with some of the other characters, I wanted to throw my iPad across the room. Though Reese and Walker became part of my life ever so briefly during the time in which I was reading this book, I was so deeply touched by the love shared between them and feel it is unquestionably what everyone always hopes to be able find. I struggle to find the words to express the depths to which this story touched my heart. The connection between Reese and Walker is not only amazing, but is sexy and hot as well.

But now for the bad news: Mary Wasowski has left my heart dangling awaiting the release of the second installment to the Forever Series. But I wait with great anticipation, so looking forward to the continuation of the romance which began here in these pages between Reese and Walker and hoping their hearts will remain together Forever.
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3,177 reviews35 followers
July 5, 2016
3.5 stars. I liked the overall plot. Reese Mitchell is spending her senior year of college in NYC and is a country girl transplant to the big city. Walker Reed spots her one day and from there, sparks fly from undeniable attraction. The buildup to their romance was not angsty or involved much of a chase or push and pull. The obstacles they faced had a lot more to do with other people and determining what their future plans together would be. I liked both Reese and Walker, their connection was solid and there was no doubt how they felt about one another. Walker always puts Reese first.

What I struggled a little bit with was the progression of their relationship, not that it wasn't believable, but there were times where the way it was written didn't transition very smoothly or felt a little awkward and instead came off fast paced or over presumptuous. There are also times where the story switches POVs from one paragraph to the next with no heading or subtext to clue the reader in on this change so then it makes the reading a bit confusing because the first person originally speaking is now being referred to in third person since it's now someone else's internal monologue. I found that to be a little bit distracting.

Aside from that, the story shifts directions in a way that builds up drama and angst and leaves the reader hanging at the end with unresolved and conflicting feelings. Walker and Reese had the rug pulled out from under them and the aftermath is not pretty. What will happen to them and in the meantime, how do they move on? What does fate have in store for them and how cruel can it be? The next book will hopefully answer some of those questions.
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426 reviews60 followers
February 27, 2014
Let me start off by saying this book was absolutely beautiful. I loved every minute of it. I never wanted to put it down once I stared. I loved Reese and Walker’s instant connection to one another. It was one of those meant to be relationships that I just knew had to be. The beginning of the book is sweet and will just have your heart melting into a puddle with all the love and consideration that Reese gets from Walker. But then it’s like BAM and everything starts slowly spiraling and my stomach was in knots the whole time. I held my breath a few times. I was so devastated by the end of the book. It broke my heart that the book didn’t go like I had prayed and hoped it would. I was a crying mess at the end and was let down that things didn’t go differently.

You are going to love Walker Reed! He is one of the most amazing and passionate men. He gets in your heart and takes up residence in it. I really loved him and enjoyed getting to be a part of his journey in this book. My heart broke for him over and over though at all of the deception and lies that were going on around him and he never really finds out about them.

Reese is an amazing woman a woman who is loving and caring and does anything to protect those she loves. She proves herself more than once in this book by that. I was so heartbroken for her when things went the way they did. I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to get over the fact it all didn’t go like I hoped and I’m even more anxious for book two after finishing book one!
Author 3 books91 followers
February 24, 2014
Wow! This book is emotional, filled with angst, pain, lies, deception and more that will grip you until the end!!

Reese is a model and going to college. She enjoys college and modeling until something happens and then she moves to NY to be with her Best Friend and attend college with him. While in NY she meets Walker and isn't the same after that.

Walker has family issues. He's to take over his Dad's business but really loves Architecture. He sees Reese and is smitten. Meeting her has changed him.

I LOVED Reese. I hurt for her, wanted to scream for her and more. She had a sad past and now things are getting even more saddening for her. I love how she got Walker and was always there. Always wanted what was right for them.

Walker- Walker-Walker. What can I say about this man?! I loved his devotion and true love to Reese. He was a true romantic and loved all the surprises he had for Reese. He was possessive and jealous at times but he made up for it!

But not matter how much they love one another ... someone doesn't want them together. Can they get a HEA?

Be prepared for multiple POV's, sadness, pain, loss, betrayal, lies, deception, true love and more while reading! And have a tissue or 2 handy as well while reading! You will need it.

The author had me crying, angry, VERY angry, sad, happy and more while reading this book!
I can not wait for AUGUST to get here to see what will happen next!!!

4 very emotional stars from me!!
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2,565 reviews76 followers
March 1, 2014
Forever is a one of a kind book. It is like having 2 books in one. But I have to tell you upfront, this book has a major cliffhanger. Major. Like I spent a few hours thinking about what was going to happen. You will have a major book hangover.

Reese is a small time girl from Georgia, who decides to transfer to the big city of NY for college her senior year of college. She is raised by her grandparents, a part time model, and is still a virgin. She is completely naive to the ways of the world. She is almost too innocent to be living in NYC.

Then she meets Walker. He is rich, sexy and everything that Reese needs. Soon after they meet, the couple falls madly in love. They are inseparable. Walker makes it known right away that he wants to marry Reese. Their love story is super sweet.

There is not a love story without drama. Enter Walker's dad. He is an extremely powerful man who is not used to getting his way. He makes it known immediately that he does not think Reese is good enough for Walker and the plans he has for Walker. He wants the relationship to end and will stop at nothing to make it happen.

The books is split into 2 views. The first half of the book is told through Reese's view. The second had is told through Walker's. I enjoyed Walker's side even more than Reese's
As I already warned this book ends with a major cliffhanger. I couldn't believe the events that unfolded. I was shocked.

Major Book Hangover!!
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Author 0 books92 followers
May 16, 2014
Where to start? Where to start? Well, first off I will start off by saying this book was amazing in all aspect. First thing I would like to point out is the formatting and special touches. That alone was a nice touch giving the book even more. To me it was a big change from the average and traditional simple text formatting. This had some special touches for sure. For instance there was a part when Reese wrote a note to Walker, it was done so it looked like an actual letter. I thought that was so cool. Loved that! Job well done by the formatter.

Next and most importantly would be the character build, story line and depth. All around it was perfect for me. I fell in love with the characters for all their good and bad. Oh yes, I do love Walker. And yes I may have wanted to smack him or her at one point but that makes the story even better. Gotta have happy, love, steam, drama, ups, downs, and some friction. This book had it all.

The author totally sucked me in and made me want to read the whole book in one sitting. Which I did. From start to finish I was captured.

I am looking forward to the next book and many more from this author. I will be stalking Mrs. Mary Wasowski's Facebook author page from this point on. Congrats to the author, job well done!

To sum it up:
Great read for sure. Now, go fall in love with Reese, Walker, and Mary (Author). Buy it, read it, love it, review it, and tell your friends about this must read!
Happy Reading & Reviewing!
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1,700 reviews98 followers
November 22, 2018
Full Review posted on Book Lovin' Mamas

Forever is my first book by Mary Wasowki and I love being able to find new-to-me authors through blog tours. I was intrigued by Forever due to the synopsis of the book, and since it’s New Adult, I needed to feed my addiction to the genre.

Forever is about Reese Mitchell and Walker Reed and how they end up falling in love with each other. The poor girl Reese has a rough life. Her parents are no longer with her, and she’s had some very extreme circumstances happen to her that made her uncomfortable. She has her grandparents and her friend Freddy, but the minute she meets Walker, her whole life takes a 360. She’s immediately drawn to the sexy stranger that has grown up privileged and already has a career passed down to him thanks to his father. She is going to realize though that Walker has one of the family members in his family that is not taking it kindly that she is with Walker. Now her love with Walker will be tested in Forever and if their relationship will be able to stay together forever.
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361 reviews46 followers
January 23, 2015
I don’t really want to give away any of the plot but I will say that your feelings will change throughout this book. One minute you will probably love Walker…his insta-love, his wanting to make Reese his, his protectiveness….then you will want to ring his neck for what he does!

Reese on the other hand is a bit of a sap. She starts off really getting on with her life and making changes and escaping all the bad in her past. Then she falls for Walker big style. She then seems to go all slushy and accepting of any bad behaviour he wants to throw at her!

There’s multiple POV’s in this book which adds to the knowledge you gain about the characters but I didn’t feel that Walker was written like a man. I also found that it prevented a smooth running of the story, it was a bit jerky. Some of the book was fast paced which I enjoyed, then all of the sudden the author stuck the brakes on and there was a huge bit in the middle that seemed to go all descriptive and prosy.

This is my first time with this author and although I don’t feel the writing style was totally my cup of tea, I did like the braveness of her story.
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550 reviews27 followers
February 22, 2014
I was immediately drawn into this story. Passion, romance, a bit of suspense, plenty of devious deeds, and misunderstandings abound in this eventful book. I found myself cheering for certain characters and booing others. It was a definite page turner.

Walker and Reese are a great couple. I don’t want to give too much of the story away but I will say that I loved them together. They are 2 beautiful people from different worlds. Walker is a wealthy and soon to be CEO of his family’s business and Reese is a beautiful model from Georgia who is going to college at NYU to finish her degree to be a teacher. They complimented each other’s personalities really well. You can tell from their first meeting that they have an intense connection.

I was glued to my tablet until I finished the book. It was fast paced and intense and I easily found myself immersed in Walker and Reese’s world. I really look forward to reading the next book in the series to see how everything concludes for this couple. I’m giving Forever a 4 out of 5 stars.
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843 reviews61 followers
March 2, 2014
4.5 Stars
This is a difficult review to write, there are so many amazing aspects and so many twists and turns I don’t want to give anything away. Excellent character development, multiple POV’s, intense storyline and beautiful romance. Oh yeah and some serious steam!

Walker and Reese are supposed to be on their way to Forever, but so many obstacles stand in their way. Sometimes even themselves. Loved Reese’s family, her history and her drive. Walker- swooon! He is smart, dedicated and head over heals for Reese. They are a good match, balancing each other out.

When the worst occurs forever gets a hell of a lot shorter. And my heart completely broke. So many hands and minds working against these two.

A super painful and emotional cliffhanger. I have but one tiny complaint- I can’t stand Elizabeth (in addition to a few other characters…). She stole what wasn’t hers when Walker was weak-and he dove right in. Made me question him, which made me sadder.

Truly can’t wait until August- I need my happy Mary!
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Author 14 books24 followers
February 19, 2014
The first half of the book was a bit too sweet for me, falling in love quickly, becoming inseparable, but the second half broke me, every time I turned the page I wanted it to change, not to keep going in this wrong direction, and boy did it come up with some twists. I wanted to slap Walker, hard, and beg him to look, really look, at what was happening around him.

Reese deserved more, aside from her grandparents she's had a pretty crappy life, and I loved her character.

I honestly didn't anticipate the way this book would end, wow, what an ending, I really do want to read book two to see what else is going to happen.

This book is about family loyalties, betrayals, fear and trying to fight impossible odds.

It threw me when Reese's story stopped, but then Walker's story took over, it was the right way to do it, changing the whole tone of the book.

Strong characters, interesting plot line, unexpected twists all make for a great read.
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484 reviews19 followers
February 28, 2014
So I found myself struggling with theis review... mainly because I don't want to give any teasers away!!! This book started out a bit slow for me because it felt like some other books where they were doomed from the start. Walker comes from a powerful NY family and is being groomed to take over the company when he graduates college. Reese is a Georgia Peach who moves to NY to be with her best friend and finish college at NYU, she's also running from something in her past. They meet and fall in love, but Walkers father doesn't want them together and how far will he go to keep them apart Will his fathers choices make Walker's life miserable? Will Walker finally see that his best friend Elizabeth is better suited to be his other half?.. The ending solidified my 4 heart choice when you read it you will understand. I really can't wait for book 2!!
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73 reviews6 followers
August 4, 2014
So I found myself struggling with theis review... mainly because I don't want to give any teasers away!!! This book started out a bit slow for me because it felt like some other books where they were doomed from the start. Walker comes from a powerful NY family and is being groomed to take over the company when he graduates college. Reese is a Georgia Peach who moves to NY to be with her best friend and finish college at NYU, she's also running from something in her past. They meet and fall in love, but Walkers father doesn't want them together and how far will he go to keep them apart Will his fathers choices make Walker's life miserable? Will Walker finally see that his best friend Elizabeth is better suited to be his other half?.. The ending solidified my 4 heart choice when you read it you will understand. I really can't wait for book 2!!
675 reviews6 followers
August 8, 2014
Good Read!!

I really enjoy this book. I was routing for Reese and Walker. It broke my heart when things went sour. I'm hoping in book 2 they get their HEA.

This entire book will tug at your heart. It's a roll coaster ride of emotions. You will find yourself happy, sad, angry, excited and yes heartbroken. But I'm keeping my fingers crossed that love will prevail.

This is the first book I have read from the writer, Mary Wasowski, and I look forward to reading the second book. I like her writing syle. I look forward to reading more from her. We have something in common. I'm a Jersey girl too! Born and raised in Red Bank NJ! I've moved away but still reside in New Jersey. Keep up the good work Ms. Wasowski!!
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259 reviews5 followers
July 21, 2014
This book was really good! I loved the plot and while I kind of knew where the twist was it was still emotional and well written. Then of course there was more!!! Reese is a really great character and I was rooting for her the whole time. Walker was a good man and knew what he wanted he just had his father to deal with. The story is well written and flows very well. I look forward to reading the next book to see what happens!
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1,495 reviews11 followers
September 15, 2014
Forever by Mary Wasowski is a very powerful read. For a first novel, this one packs a bunch of punches. What starts out as a sweet, romantic love story, takes so many twists and turns, it is difficult to see the end of the road. Tissue warning, though, this one had me in tears many times. The story line is so realistic, it reads like a biography. And it is very well told. A bit repetitive at points, but mostly really well done. I did not put it down and have already started book 2.
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878 reviews3 followers
August 2, 2016
When love hits, it hits Reese and Walker hard and fast, but forces are working their butts off to prevent them from reuniting. Reese takes some awful hits in life. Walker's life takes him down a road he never thought would be.
Ugh it was painful, beautiful and tragic what happens in Forever. I loved it!

**** I was given an arc from Give Me Books Promotions in exchange for an honest review****
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1,368 reviews3 followers
February 24, 2014
Well Mary has done it again!!
What a roller coaster ride this book was. I loved Walker. He was brought up too be a snob but he was anything but. I honestly loved all the charterers in the story. I thought Elizabeth was amazing. She was spit and fire but she had a heart as big as the world. I did laugh at times. But ( no spoilers) my heart broke into a million pieces at one point.
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