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Forget Forever
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Expected 23 May 26Falling for a ghost who never died is one thing. Falling for one she can’t touch is torture.
Trapped by an ancient family curse, the last Lord of Strathmuir Manor, Lucien MacArloch, has spent centuries haunting its halls, invisible to the living. Until a timid librarian with a stubborn streak stumbles into his world.
Forced into the volunteers' meeting at the manor, Chantelle never expected to lock eyes with the infuriatingly attractive lord who just happens to be—a ghost.
Between their banter and the dark family secrets they uncover, Chantelle becomes determined to break the curse. If she fails, Lucien will remain trapped in Strathmuir Manor forever. And if she succeeds… she might lose him anyway.
Forget Forever is a slow-burn supernatural romance laced with gothic charm and mystery. Perfect for fans of Practical Magic, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, and The Dead Romantics.
Trapped by an ancient family curse, the last Lord of Strathmuir Manor, Lucien MacArloch, has spent centuries haunting its halls, invisible to the living. Until a timid librarian with a stubborn streak stumbles into his world.
Forced into the volunteers' meeting at the manor, Chantelle never expected to lock eyes with the infuriatingly attractive lord who just happens to be—a ghost.
Between their banter and the dark family secrets they uncover, Chantelle becomes determined to break the curse. If she fails, Lucien will remain trapped in Strathmuir Manor forever. And if she succeeds… she might lose him anyway.
Forget Forever is a slow-burn supernatural romance laced with gothic charm and mystery. Perfect for fans of Practical Magic, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, and The Dead Romantics.
- GenresRomance
375 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication May 23, 2026
About the author
Mel A. Rowe
30 books68 followers♥︎ International bestselling Australian author creating romantic escapes for readers who crave emotionally rich stories — from outback cowboys to magic and moody manors — all with hard-won happily-ever-afters and a twist in every tale. ⋆˙⟡♡
For more visit: MelAROWE.com.
For more visit: MelAROWE.com.
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April 27, 2026
This is an ARC review.
This book… this author…
If you love a cozy book that is immersive and drags you into a cozy little town where magic is found, then please read this book.
This is an author who doesn’t just want to tell you a story, she wants you to feel the story, to live it.
I loved the plot of this book. The MMC and the FMC are thrown together, not by choice but by faith.
This book has a soft kind of magic that is not known to the entire world. So it comes as quite the surprise for the FMC. The struggle between acceptance and denial, this paper thin line.
This book takes you on a journey. Step by step you uncover a mystery that is hundreds of years old. You get to know the FMC and MMC. Most of all you watch Chantelle find herself and figure out that all of her is worth loving.
When (not if!) you read this book, curl up in a cozy comfy spot with a blanket and a hot beverage of choice, just like the author intended. You will not regret it.
This book… this author…
If you love a cozy book that is immersive and drags you into a cozy little town where magic is found, then please read this book.
This is an author who doesn’t just want to tell you a story, she wants you to feel the story, to live it.
I loved the plot of this book. The MMC and the FMC are thrown together, not by choice but by faith.
This book has a soft kind of magic that is not known to the entire world. So it comes as quite the surprise for the FMC. The struggle between acceptance and denial, this paper thin line.
This book takes you on a journey. Step by step you uncover a mystery that is hundreds of years old. You get to know the FMC and MMC. Most of all you watch Chantelle find herself and figure out that all of her is worth loving.
When (not if!) you read this book, curl up in a cozy comfy spot with a blanket and a hot beverage of choice, just like the author intended. You will not regret it.
May 7, 2026
I love it!!
I’m so grateful I got an arc for this. It’s such a lovely heat warning story. The ghost of I all is adorable. I do however have a big question for the author… and it’s also a huge spoiler.
I’m so grateful I got an arc for this. It’s such a lovely heat warning story. The ghost of I all is adorable. I do however have a big question for the author… and it’s also a huge spoiler.
May 11, 2026
Oh, to be seen. 💕
If you like cosy witches, houses with spirit, reincarnation and a broody ghost, you will love this book.
This book was extremely well written, it was wholesome and charming, and Mel executed this story concisely. She knew exactly who the characters were in the beginning and who they would be in the end. I was immediately drawn in and attached to them and found the whole thing immensely entertaining.
I really liked Chantelle and her stained shirts and lumpy cardigans, she was so wholesome and cosy, and her journey from hiding behind those things to standing up for herself was satisfying.
I actually really enjoyed the bickering between the characters, it brought a smile to my face and I loved watching it change. It felt like a privilege to follow along as these characters finally saw each other for who they truly were, and it was romantic and tender in all senses.
I was worried for a while there that we wouldn’t get a happy ending, or that something might befall the lovely Greta, and I felt Lucien’s pain and loneliness of being stuck in time so much so that I really hoped we’d get the happily ever after. Thankfully we did, and despite the little bit of predictability, it was certainly satisfying.
Thanks to the author and The Berry Agency for the opportunity to read this ARC - an easy 5 star read for me!
If you like cosy witches, houses with spirit, reincarnation and a broody ghost, you will love this book.
This book was extremely well written, it was wholesome and charming, and Mel executed this story concisely. She knew exactly who the characters were in the beginning and who they would be in the end. I was immediately drawn in and attached to them and found the whole thing immensely entertaining.
I really liked Chantelle and her stained shirts and lumpy cardigans, she was so wholesome and cosy, and her journey from hiding behind those things to standing up for herself was satisfying.
I actually really enjoyed the bickering between the characters, it brought a smile to my face and I loved watching it change. It felt like a privilege to follow along as these characters finally saw each other for who they truly were, and it was romantic and tender in all senses.
I was worried for a while there that we wouldn’t get a happy ending, or that something might befall the lovely Greta, and I felt Lucien’s pain and loneliness of being stuck in time so much so that I really hoped we’d get the happily ever after. Thankfully we did, and despite the little bit of predictability, it was certainly satisfying.
Thanks to the author and The Berry Agency for the opportunity to read this ARC - an easy 5 star read for me!
Review of advance copy received from Author
First, I want to thank the berry agency and Mel A. Rowe for the gifted eARC of Forget Forever to read and provide my honest and spoiler free review.
My Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
My Thoughts:
I really enjoyed this book! When I saw that this book was perfect for readers of practical magic, The invisible life of Addie larue and The Dead Romantics, I knew I needed to sign up for this book.
The concept of having our MMC, Lucien, trapped by a family curse, doomed to haunt the halls of his family’s manor but be completely invisible to the living world seemed like such a lonely way of living. Of course, things were already looking interesting when our FMC, Chantelle, is forced into a volunteer meeting at the manor and ends up locking eyes with Lucien.
The premise of that alone already had me smiling and wanting to read more about them especially now that they’ve noticed one another. This is a slow burn story so you can expect a lot of witty banter between these two characters as Chantelle takes on the task of trying to break Lucien’s curse. I think the author did a great job at making this slow burn supernatural romance feel like a warm cup of tea. Our two MC’s and their journey together was sweet and the element of the curse felt like you could join in and try to uncover the secrets together alongside our main characters.
The more time I spent with these characters, the more I wanted everything to work out for them in a way that they could both be happy. Their natural romance was so sweet and just knowing how happy Lucien must have felt to finally be seen by someone just tugged at my heartstrings so much. I can’t wait to see what else this author comes up with.
My Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
My Thoughts:
I really enjoyed this book! When I saw that this book was perfect for readers of practical magic, The invisible life of Addie larue and The Dead Romantics, I knew I needed to sign up for this book.
The concept of having our MMC, Lucien, trapped by a family curse, doomed to haunt the halls of his family’s manor but be completely invisible to the living world seemed like such a lonely way of living. Of course, things were already looking interesting when our FMC, Chantelle, is forced into a volunteer meeting at the manor and ends up locking eyes with Lucien.
The premise of that alone already had me smiling and wanting to read more about them especially now that they’ve noticed one another. This is a slow burn story so you can expect a lot of witty banter between these two characters as Chantelle takes on the task of trying to break Lucien’s curse. I think the author did a great job at making this slow burn supernatural romance feel like a warm cup of tea. Our two MC’s and their journey together was sweet and the element of the curse felt like you could join in and try to uncover the secrets together alongside our main characters.
The more time I spent with these characters, the more I wanted everything to work out for them in a way that they could both be happy. Their natural romance was so sweet and just knowing how happy Lucien must have felt to finally be seen by someone just tugged at my heartstrings so much. I can’t wait to see what else this author comes up with.
Did Not Finish
May 10, 2026DNF @29%/116 pages
Lovers of a slow burn romance with some supernatural elements thrown in will enjoy this.
Our FMC is a librarian who gets recruited to work on a public visiting day to a manner in their neighbourhood. When she gets there our MMC is there being extremely rude and essentially degrading her, and when she’s finally had enough, she calls him out. However, the problem with this is he has never been seen by anyone that’s not in his family before. This leads to a quest for companionship between the two main characters and a hunt to break this curse he is under. Magic unravel as the story progresses.
For me, this was a bit too slow going. I think if 100 pages were knocked off this would’ve been more enjoyable for me as everything moved very slowly.
There were also some writing quirks that didn’t necessarily work for me such as a couple characters having repeated catchphrases. For example, in the first 15 pages of the book a character says “babes” or “hon” too many times to count and this was just distracting. The FMC was also a bit of a caricature of a poor, sweet, [pathetic] librarian BUT it was good to see her gain some agency as the book went on.
Thank you to the Berry Agency for a digital advanced copy.
Lovers of a slow burn romance with some supernatural elements thrown in will enjoy this.
Our FMC is a librarian who gets recruited to work on a public visiting day to a manner in their neighbourhood. When she gets there our MMC is there being extremely rude and essentially degrading her, and when she’s finally had enough, she calls him out. However, the problem with this is he has never been seen by anyone that’s not in his family before. This leads to a quest for companionship between the two main characters and a hunt to break this curse he is under. Magic unravel as the story progresses.
For me, this was a bit too slow going. I think if 100 pages were knocked off this would’ve been more enjoyable for me as everything moved very slowly.
There were also some writing quirks that didn’t necessarily work for me such as a couple characters having repeated catchphrases. For example, in the first 15 pages of the book a character says “babes” or “hon” too many times to count and this was just distracting. The FMC was also a bit of a caricature of a poor, sweet, [pathetic] librarian BUT it was good to see her gain some agency as the book went on.
Thank you to the Berry Agency for a digital advanced copy.
Review of advance copy received from Author
⭐️ 4.5 stars
Tropes I loved:
– Supernatural romance
– Ghost/haunting element
– Emotional healing
– Slow-burn connection
– Fate/destiny
Ok!!!! I’ve read most of Mel A. Rowe’s books, so going into this one I had pretty high expectations—and it absolutely delivered.
It has such a beautiful almost whimsical feel that pulled me in right from the start and kept me wanting to ignore all things to keep reading
The story weaves in a haunting, emotional element with the presence of the undead ghost, which added such a unique layer to the romance.
The chemistry between the characters was undeniable and felt natural, not forced, making the connection even more compelling. I loved how their relationship developed alongside the mystery and emotional weight of the story.
Forget forever is one of those reads that leaves you with that soft, lingering feeling even after the final page.
Definitely a standout for me and a reminder of why I keep coming back to this author.
Tropes I loved:
– Supernatural romance
– Ghost/haunting element
– Emotional healing
– Slow-burn connection
– Fate/destiny
Ok!!!! I’ve read most of Mel A. Rowe’s books, so going into this one I had pretty high expectations—and it absolutely delivered.
It has such a beautiful almost whimsical feel that pulled me in right from the start and kept me wanting to ignore all things to keep reading
The story weaves in a haunting, emotional element with the presence of the undead ghost, which added such a unique layer to the romance.
The chemistry between the characters was undeniable and felt natural, not forced, making the connection even more compelling. I loved how their relationship developed alongside the mystery and emotional weight of the story.
Forget forever is one of those reads that leaves you with that soft, lingering feeling even after the final page.
Definitely a standout for me and a reminder of why I keep coming back to this author.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This is a very entertaining romance with supernatural elements.
Chantelle, a mousy small-town librarian comes to the local manor to help with a charity. There she meets Lucien, the rather rude cousin of the current owner. Turns out Lucien is a ghost and Chantelle is the first person outside of the family who can see him. Maybe she can help break the curse that has been haunting the MacArloch family for centuries?
The story is very entertaining and had me hooked from the start. The FMC Chantelle was very relatable and though the MMC Lucien seemed rather arrogant at first he turned out to be very likable and considerate. The story was fast paced and believable and the ending was rather surprising.
Definitely a very enjoyable book with entertaining magical elements.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Chantelle, a mousy small-town librarian comes to the local manor to help with a charity. There she meets Lucien, the rather rude cousin of the current owner. Turns out Lucien is a ghost and Chantelle is the first person outside of the family who can see him. Maybe she can help break the curse that has been haunting the MacArloch family for centuries?
The story is very entertaining and had me hooked from the start. The FMC Chantelle was very relatable and though the MMC Lucien seemed rather arrogant at first he turned out to be very likable and considerate. The story was fast paced and believable and the ending was rather surprising.
Definitely a very enjoyable book with entertaining magical elements.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I was intrigued by the premise of this story and it did not disappoint.
Chantelle is a timid librarian who hides behind her hair and baggy clothing. Shaped by her past, to stay small and unseen. Lucien is a ghost, bound to haunt the halls of Strathmuir Manor by an ancient family curse.
This was such a cosy read, full of gothic charm, mystery and heart. The main characters are relatable, adding emotional depth and the author’s evocative writing style draws you straight into their world.
It’s the slowest of slow-burns, allowing Chantelle and Lucien’s relationship to develop naturally. I loved their witty banter, as well as the cast of quirky side characters who added warmth to the story.
Overall, this was a sweet, heartfelt read about healing, growth and finding love when you least expect it.
Chantelle is a timid librarian who hides behind her hair and baggy clothing. Shaped by her past, to stay small and unseen. Lucien is a ghost, bound to haunt the halls of Strathmuir Manor by an ancient family curse.
This was such a cosy read, full of gothic charm, mystery and heart. The main characters are relatable, adding emotional depth and the author’s evocative writing style draws you straight into their world.
It’s the slowest of slow-burns, allowing Chantelle and Lucien’s relationship to develop naturally. I loved their witty banter, as well as the cast of quirky side characters who added warmth to the story.
Overall, this was a sweet, heartfelt read about healing, growth and finding love when you least expect it.
May 16, 2026
3.5 star good time!
A paranormal romance that I wouldn’t call dark… Maybe gray? With so much slow burn tension between the two MC’s. Between trying to solve a curse and avoid falling in love this book is well paced for its content. Pretty sure it’s not meant to be a gripping thrilling edge of your seat, kind of book, but the kind that draws you in so deeply to the plot that no matter what you want to keep reading it!
The combination of an introverted librarian, and the dark and beauty male main character is written very well! Because what you think is a quiet, small weak individual turns out to be an intelligent, witty, sharp tongue, fierce female, hiding behind her bangs! It’s different! I like different!
All in all, it was a good time. Slow paced, slow burn, but intriguing just the same.
A paranormal romance that I wouldn’t call dark… Maybe gray? With so much slow burn tension between the two MC’s. Between trying to solve a curse and avoid falling in love this book is well paced for its content. Pretty sure it’s not meant to be a gripping thrilling edge of your seat, kind of book, but the kind that draws you in so deeply to the plot that no matter what you want to keep reading it!
The combination of an introverted librarian, and the dark and beauty male main character is written very well! Because what you think is a quiet, small weak individual turns out to be an intelligent, witty, sharp tongue, fierce female, hiding behind her bangs! It’s different! I like different!
All in all, it was a good time. Slow paced, slow burn, but intriguing just the same.
Review of advance copy
This story had me hooked and honestly couldn't put it down. The story pulls you in and makes it feel like your living right there with the characters.
A romance with a twist where his a ghost and she's a librarian, they banter and have snappy comebacks. There is a family curse and it follows so beautifully along that mystery to find out how
to break it. This is a slow burn and you will be wish that they will just kiss already! Also his protective of her and a gentleman under all that grumpy. Just read it you will not be disappointed and like me at the end of the book you will wish for like a extra 50 pages just to stay in that world. it was so good
A romance with a twist where his a ghost and she's a librarian, they banter and have snappy comebacks. There is a family curse and it follows so beautifully along that mystery to find out how
to break it. This is a slow burn and you will be wish that they will just kiss already! Also his protective of her and a gentleman under all that grumpy. Just read it you will not be disappointed and like me at the end of the book you will wish for like a extra 50 pages just to stay in that world. it was so good
May 7, 2026
*Thank you to the berry agency for providing a digital copy to review*
As soon as I saw the premise of this book, I was like yes! A cursed Lord and a librarian, absolutely.
The whole concept of the family curse, which led Lucian to be an undead ghost, was amazing, and I enjoyed the journey of solving it. It was really unique and interesting, and I loved how the stories the characters thought were true about certain ancestors were altered as they discovered the real truth.
We’ve got forced proximity with Chantelle being one of the few people who can see Lucian, and he takes full advantage of it. They had some good banter, and I loved how she didn’t let Lucian intimidate her. Chantelle is a shy and anxious character (heavily relate), and we see her try to hide herself as well as letting other people walk over her.
Her self-doubts did start to get a bit annoying, as did the repetition of one particular thought regarding Lucian. Once was enough, but three times was too many.
I enjoyed the buildup of their relationship. It’s dual POV, and I especially enjoyed getting into Lucian’s head. I found myself getting so hooked into the story at the end, and just really enjoyed how everything was revealed.
For me, the mystery of the family curse was the star of the book, and I also enjoyed seeing Lucian & Chantelle develop as characters.
As soon as I saw the premise of this book, I was like yes! A cursed Lord and a librarian, absolutely.
The whole concept of the family curse, which led Lucian to be an undead ghost, was amazing, and I enjoyed the journey of solving it. It was really unique and interesting, and I loved how the stories the characters thought were true about certain ancestors were altered as they discovered the real truth.
We’ve got forced proximity with Chantelle being one of the few people who can see Lucian, and he takes full advantage of it. They had some good banter, and I loved how she didn’t let Lucian intimidate her. Chantelle is a shy and anxious character (heavily relate), and we see her try to hide herself as well as letting other people walk over her.
Her self-doubts did start to get a bit annoying, as did the repetition of one particular thought regarding Lucian. Once was enough, but three times was too many.
I enjoyed the buildup of their relationship. It’s dual POV, and I especially enjoyed getting into Lucian’s head. I found myself getting so hooked into the story at the end, and just really enjoyed how everything was revealed.
For me, the mystery of the family curse was the star of the book, and I also enjoyed seeing Lucian & Chantelle develop as characters.
May 11, 2026
3.5 ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️
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This is my first book I have read of Mel’s and also the first goth book as well, so I really didn’t know what to expect going into this.
I did enjoy this book. It was a slow burn for a large chunk of the book, however I still couldn’t put it down.
I found the writing incredibly well done, especially the subtle details woven throughout the story that slowly build toward the final 150 or so pages, where the pace completely takes off and becomes impossible to put down.
Thank you to the Berry Agency and Mel A Rowe for this ACR.
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This is my first book I have read of Mel’s and also the first goth book as well, so I really didn’t know what to expect going into this.
I did enjoy this book. It was a slow burn for a large chunk of the book, however I still couldn’t put it down.
I found the writing incredibly well done, especially the subtle details woven throughout the story that slowly build toward the final 150 or so pages, where the pace completely takes off and becomes impossible to put down.
Thank you to the Berry Agency and Mel A Rowe for this ACR.
April 10, 2026
Forget Forever was an addictive read that transported me to different places and times. It certainly created imagery of buildings I yearn to visit one day…and also satisfied my love for reading of yearning between characters.
The layers carefully built within the story gave me hints of what was to come but still allowed for surprise and awe.
I am grateful I was provided with an ARC to review so that I was able to read this story as soon as possible.
The layers carefully built within the story gave me hints of what was to come but still allowed for surprise and awe.
I am grateful I was provided with an ARC to review so that I was able to read this story as soon as possible.
May 8, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
I have read from Mel A Rowe before and loved her books. This one was new for her and holy moly I loved it. I had no idea what would happen and honestly my heart broke at the thought it could have ended differently. Thank you for the opportunity to read this early. I one hundred and one percent recommend this book. It even had me shed a few tears. It was written wonderfully and it was easy to fall inlove with the characters and the story.
I have read from Mel A Rowe before and loved her books. This one was new for her and holy moly I loved it. I had no idea what would happen and honestly my heart broke at the thought it could have ended differently. Thank you for the opportunity to read this early. I one hundred and one percent recommend this book. It even had me shed a few tears. It was written wonderfully and it was easy to fall inlove with the characters and the story.
May 16, 2026
This was a really nice, cozy little read! I enjoyed the characters and all their dynamics. I also really liked where the story went. The twists in the story started out feeling predictable but then they actually went in another direction without being sudden or feeling ridiculous which was good. Really good atmosphere and world building!
Thank you to The Berry Agency and Mel A Rowe for the opportunity to read this e-ARC.
Thank you to The Berry Agency and Mel A Rowe for the opportunity to read this e-ARC.
Review of advance copy
Forget Forever is a soft, slow‑burn romance with a really sweet vibe. Lucian completely stole my heart, and the blend of historical charm with modern touches made the whole story feel warm and unique. The pacing is easy, breezy, and comforting. Perfect for romance lovers who want a light, cosy read.
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