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Beaumont #5
My Kind of Forever
Liam Page knows music and a life of solitude, but that all changed when he returned to Beaumont. The once notorious bad boy lead singer of 4225 West is now living the domesticated life with his wife and high school sweetheart, Josie, and their son, Noah. Life is good for the Westbury family, until Liam is called back to Los Angeles and the place where it all started for him.
Liam and Josie's story continues in this last installment of The Beaumont Series.
Liam and Josie's story continues in this last installment of The Beaumont Series.
250 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 8, 2015
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Heidi McLaughlin
122 books7,432 followersHeidi McLaughlin is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestselling author of The Beaumont Series, The Boys of Summer, and The Archers.
In 2012, Heidi turned her passion for reading into a full-fledged literary career, writing over twenty novels, including the acclaimed Forever My Girl.
Heidi’s first novel, Forever My Girl, has been adapted into a motion picture with LD Entertainment and Roadside Attractions, starring Alex Roe and Jessica Rothe, and opened in theaters on January 19, 2018.
To stay connected with Heidi visit www.facebook.com/authorheidimclaughlin or heidimclaughlin.com
In 2012, Heidi turned her passion for reading into a full-fledged literary career, writing over twenty novels, including the acclaimed Forever My Girl.
Heidi’s first novel, Forever My Girl, has been adapted into a motion picture with LD Entertainment and Roadside Attractions, starring Alex Roe and Jessica Rothe, and opened in theaters on January 19, 2018.
To stay connected with Heidi visit www.facebook.com/authorheidimclaughlin or heidimclaughlin.com
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September 8, 2015
Reading My Kind of Forever, and then having to formulate my thoughts into a review has got to be one of the hardest things I've had to do. This series has just blew me away with each installment, and while I wanted to dive right in, devour the story and be finished in record time, I made this one last. I really did not want this book, or this series to come to an end.
As I write this review it is so hard to keep it spoiler free and I hope, I do not only the book, but the author, Heidi McLaughlin, justice with it, so apologies for vagueness.
What a great first paragraph. I was giddy with excitement reading it, but then as the chapter progressed something was thrown into the mix to make me go back and read it all again, just to make sure I hadn't missed out on an important bit due to my excitement. As the story progresses we definitely see Noah in a different light, he's older and not so happy with parental displays of affection, for him and for each other. This new change is something he is not happy about, and feels like this is a change for Liam and Josie to have a chance at something Noah didn't have.
4225 West are failing, they are losing sales, popularity, and money. They have to go back to LA to not only help and old friend out, but also get themselves back in the spotlight, but this only brings up bad memories for Josie, of Liam leaving her and not coming back. This was emotional to read, I know the history of this break up, who was at fault, and what happened. But with everything going on Josie is unable to go with Liam, she is stuck at home due to other commitments and is finding it hard to deal with the publicity surround Liam and an upcoming book. But it also gives Josie the chance to step back and think about her relationship with Liam, and what it could have been like if he had stayed with her.
Just when we thought Sam was out the picture, she back with a vengeance, this time in a tell all book, taken from her diary, that is being published by a journalist. It holds every secret, every singe thing that went on between Sam and Liam, shit is about to hit the fan, and it won't be pretty at all. I really want the slap the journalist that thought ti would be a good idea to publish this book. To add to the mixture, Mr Moreno is back, determined he is going to make some money off the band, or off the members individually. Is Liam strong enough to fight a war from both sides whilst keeping the band together and his wife happy.
Liam and Josie have already had a lot to deal with, and they do not need the past flung in thier face. With Liam in LA helping out an old friend, it's Josie who see's the book first, and all her old fears and hurt comes back to haunt her. To make matters worse, when she goes to confront Liam about it, she is met with his past, and his present, all presented neatly on stage for her.
One thing I love about My Kind of Forever were the alternate chapters that give Liam a glimpse into his life if he has of stayed with Josie when she was pregnant with Noah. He gets to see what his career, his life, and his future would have looked like, and it's not exactly a bed of roses. But this also makes him truly grateful for what he has and the decisions he made, it also helps them compromise on the future of 4225 West, and the future of thier family.
Final Verdict
What a sad, but amazing end to this series. I am sad to see this series end, but My Kind of Forever ensures it goes out with a bang. You don't want to miss this finale.
As I write this review it is so hard to keep it spoiler free and I hope, I do not only the book, but the author, Heidi McLaughlin, justice with it, so apologies for vagueness.
What a great first paragraph. I was giddy with excitement reading it, but then as the chapter progressed something was thrown into the mix to make me go back and read it all again, just to make sure I hadn't missed out on an important bit due to my excitement. As the story progresses we definitely see Noah in a different light, he's older and not so happy with parental displays of affection, for him and for each other. This new change is something he is not happy about, and feels like this is a change for Liam and Josie to have a chance at something Noah didn't have.
4225 West are failing, they are losing sales, popularity, and money. They have to go back to LA to not only help and old friend out, but also get themselves back in the spotlight, but this only brings up bad memories for Josie, of Liam leaving her and not coming back. This was emotional to read, I know the history of this break up, who was at fault, and what happened. But with everything going on Josie is unable to go with Liam, she is stuck at home due to other commitments and is finding it hard to deal with the publicity surround Liam and an upcoming book. But it also gives Josie the chance to step back and think about her relationship with Liam, and what it could have been like if he had stayed with her.
He gave me the opportunity to grow up and find the me I needed to be without him guiding our path. It just sucks how it all happened.
Just when we thought Sam was out the picture, she back with a vengeance, this time in a tell all book, taken from her diary, that is being published by a journalist. It holds every secret, every singe thing that went on between Sam and Liam, shit is about to hit the fan, and it won't be pretty at all. I really want the slap the journalist that thought ti would be a good idea to publish this book. To add to the mixture, Mr Moreno is back, determined he is going to make some money off the band, or off the members individually. Is Liam strong enough to fight a war from both sides whilst keeping the band together and his wife happy.
Liam and Josie have already had a lot to deal with, and they do not need the past flung in thier face. With Liam in LA helping out an old friend, it's Josie who see's the book first, and all her old fears and hurt comes back to haunt her. To make matters worse, when she goes to confront Liam about it, she is met with his past, and his present, all presented neatly on stage for her.
One thing I love about My Kind of Forever were the alternate chapters that give Liam a glimpse into his life if he has of stayed with Josie when she was pregnant with Noah. He gets to see what his career, his life, and his future would have looked like, and it's not exactly a bed of roses. But this also makes him truly grateful for what he has and the decisions he made, it also helps them compromise on the future of 4225 West, and the future of thier family.
Final Verdict
What a sad, but amazing end to this series. I am sad to see this series end, but My Kind of Forever ensures it goes out with a bang. You don't want to miss this finale.
September 12, 2015
Soo Happy to be back in Beaumont! I have been in love with Liam Page since March 2013. I am a 4225 West die-hard fan and proud groupie, so OBVIOUSLY, "My Kind of Forever" was a MUST READ!
I must say the level of drama and angst here was off the charts. I loved that. Finally some of the questions I had were answered. I have to say JoJo drove me absolutely crazy at times, but that's JoJo.
I am sad this is the end of the series, but all of them will be in my heart forever.
The end was absolutely beautiful and what I wanted for Liam. He needed that. Made me cry.
LOVED IT!
I must say the level of drama and angst here was off the charts. I loved that. Finally some of the questions I had were answered. I have to say JoJo drove me absolutely crazy at times, but that's JoJo.
I am sad this is the end of the series, but all of them will be in my heart forever.
The end was absolutely beautiful and what I wanted for Liam. He needed that. Made me cry.
LOVED IT!
December 29, 2017
My kind of forever concludes not only Liam and Josie's story but also The Beaumont Series. I have not read Finding My Way or 12 Days of Forever so keep that in mind while you read this review. I was hesitant about this book, mostly because I know how a story can be ruined for the sake of one more full-length novel (yes Find me I am looking at you). To be honest, I am still not sure if 4 stars is the right rating for the book, so don't seem surprised if the rating changes some day. I had a couple of issues with the story.
Problem number one. Josie and Liam have been married for about two years and Josie still believes that Liam is going to cheat on her or will ask her for a divorce. I was expecting a little more trust on both parties and a stronger bond between those two. Josie spends half the book wondering what or who Liam does in LA. That wasn't the kind of relationship I wanted Josie and Liam to have.
Problem number two. Liam and Noah have a fragile bond. How can Liam doubt himself as a father after two years and why didn't he reach out to Noah when he felt that he could be replaced by Nick? I was expecting a touching father/son moment somewhere in the book to seal their relationship. In this book, Noah spent more time with Nick than Liam.
Problem number three and that's on me. That problem has two parts, and both of them are about the books I didn't read as I stated above. The book begins with Liam and Josie seeing their baby and finding its sex. Since I hadn't read 12 days of forever, I didn't know who Meredith was or that she was the baby's mama. I was caught by surprise. The second part is the reminder of Liam's not so lovely post. Why did I have to be reminded of Liam and all his women? I don't want to read about my main characters sleeping with other people and that's the reason I will probably never read Finding My Way. Layla was added for the sake of more drama in my opinion.
Problem number three and a half, which I thought after I stopped writing my review. Some things were never answered. The question I wanted the most answered was the identity of the person who sent the diaries to that author. I am guessing it's Sam's uncle, but you never know.
But this book had some good aspects, so it wasn't all bad. I am always happy to revisit some of the characters I have read about and liked or loved. Liam's mother was unexpected and welcomed addition to the story. The kids even though, don't appear much are a good addition to the story and I was extremely happy when I read that the kids will get a spin-off series/story, someday. We were sort of teased about Noah and Peyton's story (if they aren't together I will not be happy). I hope they don't end up like Liam and Josie. I will keep an eye for those books.
Problem number one. Josie and Liam have been married for about two years and Josie still believes that Liam is going to cheat on her or will ask her for a divorce. I was expecting a little more trust on both parties and a stronger bond between those two. Josie spends half the book wondering what or who Liam does in LA. That wasn't the kind of relationship I wanted Josie and Liam to have.
Problem number two. Liam and Noah have a fragile bond. How can Liam doubt himself as a father after two years and why didn't he reach out to Noah when he felt that he could be replaced by Nick? I was expecting a touching father/son moment somewhere in the book to seal their relationship. In this book, Noah spent more time with Nick than Liam.
Problem number three and that's on me. That problem has two parts, and both of them are about the books I didn't read as I stated above. The book begins with Liam and Josie seeing their baby and finding its sex. Since I hadn't read 12 days of forever, I didn't know who Meredith was or that she was the baby's mama. I was caught by surprise. The second part is the reminder of Liam's not so lovely post. Why did I have to be reminded of Liam and all his women? I don't want to read about my main characters sleeping with other people and that's the reason I will probably never read Finding My Way. Layla was added for the sake of more drama in my opinion.
Problem number three and a half, which I thought after I stopped writing my review. Some things were never answered. The question I wanted the most answered was the identity of the person who sent the diaries to that author. I am guessing it's Sam's uncle, but you never know.
But this book had some good aspects, so it wasn't all bad. I am always happy to revisit some of the characters I have read about and liked or loved. Liam's mother was unexpected and welcomed addition to the story. The kids even though, don't appear much are a good addition to the story and I was extremely happy when I read that the kids will get a spin-off series/story, someday. We were sort of teased about Noah and Peyton's story (if they aren't together I will not be happy). I hope they don't end up like Liam and Josie. I will keep an eye for those books.
January 31, 2018
This is what I called unnecessary book. Causing stupid drama to couple who had a nice hea in their first book.
I found out I have a couple of this series books in my kindle still unread. I decided to check out these books again because I went to watch FOREVER MY GIRL ( made into a movie). I have to say I don't know why the author allowed so many changes in the story. It just wasn't her book anymore. Actually, that's the reason I came to check the books again. Because I thought I was wrong and I didn't remember the story right. Turns out the FOREVER MY GIRL I read, but it really wasn't. They even change the kid's gender: it was a boy in the book. In the movie: a girls. IMO, it felt like a joke to the author. SMH.
Anyway, coming back to this book. I decided DNF it at 29% because I was struggling. There are 250 pages. So, not worthy my time and effort. I have it since it was published and I forgot about it until yesterday. I should have known better by now to refrain to read books about couples who already had their very HEA in previous books. I don't know why authors have this inclination to mess up a relationship who showed to be strong in their 1st story making the couple's bond not so strong in the sequel. This 2 are married for 2 years, had a 10 years old son (the story is in the 1st book) and now they are adopting a baby boy. I THINK I was supposed to feel emotional about the adopting plot but it felt forced. TOO forced. Too fake. And I could not feel their "love" for this choice. It was cold. Just there, because she couldn't conceive anymore (maybe she will by the end, but I will never know). And then male mc leaving to LA to "revive" his band. My point is... maybe this plot would be believable if after 2 year together these 2 were strong enough. But he author made their relationship weak. They really didn't trust each other. They have a lot of doubts and WHAT IFS was the base of their inner thoughts I had to deal 99% of this 29% I read. Too much inner monologue is not fun and it added to my struggle to keep reading it.
They don't communicate. They don't share, They don't talk. Their trust is build on the sand. In the 1st sign of trouble and struggle they doubt each other and themselves. Not what I want to read in a book about a couple with previous HEA.
I regret starting reading this, even if I didn't like FOREVER MY GIRL, they had their happy end there and I as a reader had closure. This book just brought us back to the same feeling when male mc left the heroine the 1st time.
I found out I have a couple of this series books in my kindle still unread. I decided to check out these books again because I went to watch FOREVER MY GIRL ( made into a movie). I have to say I don't know why the author allowed so many changes in the story. It just wasn't her book anymore. Actually, that's the reason I came to check the books again. Because I thought I was wrong and I didn't remember the story right. Turns out the FOREVER MY GIRL I read, but it really wasn't. They even change the kid's gender: it was a boy in the book. In the movie: a girls. IMO, it felt like a joke to the author. SMH.
Anyway, coming back to this book. I decided DNF it at 29% because I was struggling. There are 250 pages. So, not worthy my time and effort. I have it since it was published and I forgot about it until yesterday. I should have known better by now to refrain to read books about couples who already had their very HEA in previous books. I don't know why authors have this inclination to mess up a relationship who showed to be strong in their 1st story making the couple's bond not so strong in the sequel. This 2 are married for 2 years, had a 10 years old son (the story is in the 1st book) and now they are adopting a baby boy. I THINK I was supposed to feel emotional about the adopting plot but it felt forced. TOO forced. Too fake. And I could not feel their "love" for this choice. It was cold. Just there, because she couldn't conceive anymore (maybe she will by the end, but I will never know). And then male mc leaving to LA to "revive" his band. My point is... maybe this plot would be believable if after 2 year together these 2 were strong enough. But he author made their relationship weak. They really didn't trust each other. They have a lot of doubts and WHAT IFS was the base of their inner thoughts I had to deal 99% of this 29% I read. Too much inner monologue is not fun and it added to my struggle to keep reading it.
They don't communicate. They don't share, They don't talk. Their trust is build on the sand. In the 1st sign of trouble and struggle they doubt each other and themselves. Not what I want to read in a book about a couple with previous HEA.
I regret starting reading this, even if I didn't like FOREVER MY GIRL, they had their happy end there and I as a reader had closure. This book just brought us back to the same feeling when male mc left the heroine the 1st time.
September 29, 2017
4.5 * really love this book and book 1.
Cannot wait to see the movie 😍
Cannot wait to see the movie 😍
September 3, 2015
4.5 Stars
Reading 'My Kind of Forever' is like being reunited with old friends. This is not a standalone. If you haven't read at least 'Forever My Girl', you will be a little lost. The rest of the romances from this series also play varying roles in this book. So really, this was my chance to catch up with Liam and Josie, as well as the rest of my favorite Beaumont family.
In brief, Liam and Josie have been married for a couple years now, very much in love, but also hitting a bit of a crossroads. The thing is, Liam is a musician, lead singer of 4225 West, yet has been living a quiet family life in Beaumont while plugging away with Harrison and JD in their studio. While this has been great for their families, the time away from LA and the limelight has been affecting their popularity and position on the charts, which will also affect their finances. But the call back to Los Angeles, during a sensitive time in their lives, dredges up the past, which dredges up doubts, insecurities, and tests communication big time.
I loved that we got to see this window of time into Liam and Josie's marriage. So often books end with a happy-ever-after, when really the relationship is just starting. Any marriage is going to have its issues. Then add in Liam and Josie's rocky past, and the potential there is exacerbated. So I really respected the journey they took to solidify their relationship through all the tests they faced.
Liam and Josie had their fair share of drama and angst to deal with. This was a great opportunity to make or break them. Communication! It's amazing how much good or bad communication can affect a relationship. And these two may have tested my patience. But their issues were also very legitimate and I could totally sympathize with them (even while I wanted to shake them). But they also needed to go through all they've gone through to truly find peace in who they are as a couple and where their future lies.
I fell in love with Liam, Josie, and Noah a little bit more in this story. Okay, a lot more. Liam and Josie have a special place in my fictional couple heart. I felt the love coming off the pages. I also felt the insecurities, but the overwhelming sensation was to do anything it took to give them their "forever," and I loved that. And I loved seeing them as their own small family, as well as the big family. Seeing all the couples, all the kids, and some special additions, brought a smile to my face and heart. I loved how everything came together in the end. I'm missing these characters already, and am so glad this book was added to this wonderful series.
Reading 'My Kind of Forever' is like being reunited with old friends. This is not a standalone. If you haven't read at least 'Forever My Girl', you will be a little lost. The rest of the romances from this series also play varying roles in this book. So really, this was my chance to catch up with Liam and Josie, as well as the rest of my favorite Beaumont family.
In brief, Liam and Josie have been married for a couple years now, very much in love, but also hitting a bit of a crossroads. The thing is, Liam is a musician, lead singer of 4225 West, yet has been living a quiet family life in Beaumont while plugging away with Harrison and JD in their studio. While this has been great for their families, the time away from LA and the limelight has been affecting their popularity and position on the charts, which will also affect their finances. But the call back to Los Angeles, during a sensitive time in their lives, dredges up the past, which dredges up doubts, insecurities, and tests communication big time.
I loved that we got to see this window of time into Liam and Josie's marriage. So often books end with a happy-ever-after, when really the relationship is just starting. Any marriage is going to have its issues. Then add in Liam and Josie's rocky past, and the potential there is exacerbated. So I really respected the journey they took to solidify their relationship through all the tests they faced.
Liam and Josie had their fair share of drama and angst to deal with. This was a great opportunity to make or break them. Communication! It's amazing how much good or bad communication can affect a relationship. And these two may have tested my patience. But their issues were also very legitimate and I could totally sympathize with them (even while I wanted to shake them). But they also needed to go through all they've gone through to truly find peace in who they are as a couple and where their future lies.
I fell in love with Liam, Josie, and Noah a little bit more in this story. Okay, a lot more. Liam and Josie have a special place in my fictional couple heart. I felt the love coming off the pages. I also felt the insecurities, but the overwhelming sensation was to do anything it took to give them their "forever," and I loved that. And I loved seeing them as their own small family, as well as the big family. Seeing all the couples, all the kids, and some special additions, brought a smile to my face and heart. I loved how everything came together in the end. I'm missing these characters already, and am so glad this book was added to this wonderful series.
August 30, 2015
Being Liam Page isn't easy. Especially when the crazy even from the dead manage to turn your life upside down. Sam is dead but not gone. Even dead she wants to screw Liam over and destroy him.
Liam has been happy with Josie and Noah in Beaumont but his career has been suffering. 4225 West has slowly been sinking. Liam knows he has to go back to LA to revive his career. But at what cost? Can he keep his marriage and have a successful career?
Josie is still having problems with Liam's past and what happened while they weren't together. Being Liam Page wife hasn't been hard but all is about to change and be tested. Marriages have their ups and downs but when there are gossips and tell all books it's harder than it is for any marriage that doesn't involve celebrities.
Loved this book. It was the perfect ending to this series. There were times were I teared up a bit. And there were times I wanted to yell at certain characters and I wanted to shake them. We get to see all the characters together as a family and some old relationships are being worked on and headed in a good direction.
I highly recommend this book. I recommend the whole series to be read in order.
Liam has been happy with Josie and Noah in Beaumont but his career has been suffering. 4225 West has slowly been sinking. Liam knows he has to go back to LA to revive his career. But at what cost? Can he keep his marriage and have a successful career?
Josie is still having problems with Liam's past and what happened while they weren't together. Being Liam Page wife hasn't been hard but all is about to change and be tested. Marriages have their ups and downs but when there are gossips and tell all books it's harder than it is for any marriage that doesn't involve celebrities.
Loved this book. It was the perfect ending to this series. There were times were I teared up a bit. And there were times I wanted to yell at certain characters and I wanted to shake them. We get to see all the characters together as a family and some old relationships are being worked on and headed in a good direction.
I highly recommend this book. I recommend the whole series to be read in order.
September 11, 2015
3 - 4225 West Loving Stars
Source: eARC for Honest Review Courtesy of Author
I was so flippin' excited to read this, as I have absolutely loved the Beaumont series, and more Josie and Liam I couldn't wait. Sadly, though in the end I didn't love it. Was it great to see more Liam and Josie? Absolutely but what we did see of them didn't wow me, if anything it was the opposite.
Sometimes when books are continuation of couples after their epilogues it can be great and other times not so much, which breaks my heart when it's a couple I have adored in the past. In the first book, Liam and Josie had such a rocky start which I hoped was the foundation to a new strong start for these two. Instead that rocky start has instilled deeply rooted insecurities for both of them but more for Josie.
Even after a few years together and Liam up and leaving his life for Josie has still left her not feeling secure in their relationship. So, when Liam has to return to L.A. to help the band as well as someone who helped him when he first got started, it causes Josie's very fragile walls to fall down.
Now add a tell all book of your husband and her world implodes. Liam, knows he needs to help his band as they are failing being in Beaumont, but he doesn't know what to do, because if he goes back to L.A., he knows he may have to choose between Josie or the band.
After Sam, died we thought all the nasty tricks would end for Liam and the band, but Sam did not fall far from her father's tree, so her dad starts off where Sam left off. This manipulation plus Liam's brutal communication skills cause more insecurities for Josie.
Such double standards for Josie. She can't trust Liam and his past, but hers is in their faces daily.
Oh! For godsakes, these two are shit show when it comes to communicating. Plus Josie is so quick to believe and assume instead of talking to Liam that their problems ended up being so much bigger than they needed to be. Thankfully the end was cute and we get to see that HEA that we love so much for Liam and Josie.
Josie came across as strong in the first book but not so much here. I could chalk it up to female hormones but I'm not sure if that's it or not. Did I like the story? Yes and no. I love them as a couple for sure, but I didn't like to see this side of Josie. Instead of feeling for her pain, I was more annoyed with her. After reading this I needed a day or two to process, as I was amped up with too many negative emotions. I needed a couple of days to calm down so I could write more articulate thoughts instead of only my emotions about the book.
Was I still happy to read this book? Yes, even though it was a rocky journey for me with Josie, I still liked how the book ended. If there was more from this series, would I continue with it? Absolutely, just because I didn't love this book doesn't mean I don't love the series. Sometimes we can't love every single book an author writes. Just because I didn't love this one doesn't mean I would stop reading this author. The book was well written I just don't relate to the insecure issues that Josie went through. Do I still love Liam and Josie as a couple? Yes, this makes them more real and not perfect. Do I wish I didn't see this side of Josie? Absolutely as I had such love for her before, if Josie wasn't portrayed as so insecure then I would of loved her even more this time around, but we can't have it all.
Every couple has to go through ups and downs, and these two sure did, but it was worth it as their bond will hopefully me so much stronger now.
All quotes taken from pre-published eARC & may be altered or omitted in the final copy.
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Source: eARC for Honest Review Courtesy of Author
I was so flippin' excited to read this, as I have absolutely loved the Beaumont series, and more Josie and Liam I couldn't wait. Sadly, though in the end I didn't love it. Was it great to see more Liam and Josie? Absolutely but what we did see of them didn't wow me, if anything it was the opposite.
Sometimes when books are continuation of couples after their epilogues it can be great and other times not so much, which breaks my heart when it's a couple I have adored in the past. In the first book, Liam and Josie had such a rocky start which I hoped was the foundation to a new strong start for these two. Instead that rocky start has instilled deeply rooted insecurities for both of them but more for Josie.
Even after a few years together and Liam up and leaving his life for Josie has still left her not feeling secure in their relationship. So, when Liam has to return to L.A. to help the band as well as someone who helped him when he first got started, it causes Josie's very fragile walls to fall down.
Memories of the night he left still haunt me, and for me to throw it in
his face was uncalled for. He's told me why he left, why things ended
for us, and I need to accept it and move on. If I can't, I'm not in our
marriage for the right reasons.
Now add a tell all book of your husband and her world implodes. Liam, knows he needs to help his band as they are failing being in Beaumont, but he doesn't know what to do, because if he goes back to L.A., he knows he may have to choose between Josie or the band.
She's my life. Liam Page is my job.
After Sam, died we thought all the nasty tricks would end for Liam and the band, but Sam did not fall far from her father's tree, so her dad starts off where Sam left off. This manipulation plus Liam's brutal communication skills cause more insecurities for Josie.
I have spent far too many nights in my life second-guessing Liam Westbury and I don't want to do it now. He came back to me . . . Or did he just come back for Noah?
"Good, you should be. If you can't trust me, how are we going to survive? All they're doing is testing you, trying to make you break. I promise you, if at any time I'm not happy, I'll tell you, just as I expect you to do the same for me."
"When you came back I never thought we'd be where we are right now. Please have patience with me. I'm scared and feel like I don't belong in your world right now."
If I am, I can easily be replaced.
Right now I'd like to kick Liam.
Such double standards for Josie. She can't trust Liam and his past, but hers is in their faces daily.
"Because it's my past, Josie. We both have one. In fact, yours doesn't go the fuck away and is still helping to raise our son. Speaking of Noah, where is he?"
"With Nick," she mutters,
"That's what I'm fucking talking about!"
Oh! For godsakes, these two are shit show when it comes to communicating. Plus Josie is so quick to believe and assume instead of talking to Liam that their problems ended up being so much bigger than they needed to be. Thankfully the end was cute and we get to see that HEA that we love so much for Liam and Josie.
"Thank you for loving me enough to give me this opportunity."
Josie came across as strong in the first book but not so much here. I could chalk it up to female hormones but I'm not sure if that's it or not. Did I like the story? Yes and no. I love them as a couple for sure, but I didn't like to see this side of Josie. Instead of feeling for her pain, I was more annoyed with her. After reading this I needed a day or two to process, as I was amped up with too many negative emotions. I needed a couple of days to calm down so I could write more articulate thoughts instead of only my emotions about the book.
Was I still happy to read this book? Yes, even though it was a rocky journey for me with Josie, I still liked how the book ended. If there was more from this series, would I continue with it? Absolutely, just because I didn't love this book doesn't mean I don't love the series. Sometimes we can't love every single book an author writes. Just because I didn't love this one doesn't mean I would stop reading this author. The book was well written I just don't relate to the insecure issues that Josie went through. Do I still love Liam and Josie as a couple? Yes, this makes them more real and not perfect. Do I wish I didn't see this side of Josie? Absolutely as I had such love for her before, if Josie wasn't portrayed as so insecure then I would of loved her even more this time around, but we can't have it all.
Every couple has to go through ups and downs, and these two sure did, but it was worth it as their bond will hopefully me so much stronger now.
All quotes taken from pre-published eARC & may be altered or omitted in the final copy.
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June 30, 2018
This was a decent book. Not really sure if it was necessary of not. It pretty much was just a lot of extra drama. Josie was insecure in this. No matter how many times Liam tried to reassure her it didn't work. I was happy that Liam's mom got her act together. She finally got to be happy.
August 28, 2015
I am sad to see the Beaumont Series come to an end. There were good times, sad times and times while I was reading wanting to throw my kindle lol. The emotions that I felt while reading, made me love Heidi as a writer all over again. With Liam having everything he has always dreamed of, his wife Josie, his son Noah and his band 4225 West can he have the life he always wanted? When Liam and his band go back to LA will his dream of the life he always wanted be shattered by his past? I couldn't put this book down, this is a perfect way to end an amazing series. I will always be a fan of Heidi's and her writing is AMAZING. Heidi is an author that no matter what I will read as soon as the book is released.
September 24, 2015
*MC’s Corner*
Liam, Josie & Noah are my favorite characters on Beaumont Series.
I never finished or started the other ones.
When I found out there’s this… a finale novella. I was so excited!
LOVE IT!
This is what I call ending the story.
There’s not much blah blah blah and dramas.
What I want to see on this kind of novellas is HEA. Heidi McLaughlin did.
*thumbs up*
@gleekidMC
Liam, Josie & Noah are my favorite characters on Beaumont Series.
I never finished or started the other ones.
When I found out there’s this… a finale novella. I was so excited!
LOVE IT!
This is what I call ending the story.
There’s not much blah blah blah and dramas.
What I want to see on this kind of novellas is HEA. Heidi McLaughlin did.
*thumbs up*
@gleekidMC
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August 15, 2015This one BETTER be safe with no cheating!!!!
February 22, 2017
❤❤❤. I just wish Liam wasn't such a manwhore!!! & stage or not don't disrespect your wife. If your wife is appalled by your behavior act or not & feels disrespected ... it is! & if it's your past or not both characters should share it if they every expect to move forward w a solid trusting relationship! In addition, for being all in charge kind of personality why couldn't he stand up to these women?!? He's a rockstar for god sakes & cant tell someone (Tricia & Layla) no he's not doing something that is going to cause problems in his marriage? He can help Trixie w out that sacrifice .. yet it wasn't important enough to fight more than he did to say no! I mean the other guys even say why don't the women listen to you ... bc he caves & they know it! Doesn't suit his character to do that caving
August 26, 2015
Can I give this more than 5 stars? I absolutely loved it, and couldn't put it down. As the highly anticipated final installment of the Beaumont series, this story once again followed Liam and Josie on their quest to forever. Everything about this book drew me in, and it was nice to catch up with each of the couples I came to love throughout the last few years. While I'm sad to see the end of the Beaumont series, Heidi did the ending justice and I was not disappointed.
August 26, 2015
So sad that this is the conclusion but Heidi could not have written a better book to end it!! We watch as Liam tries to handle his happy ever after and his music career. This book had me on an emotional roller coaster! It was great to catch up with all the other couples and kids in the Beaumont gang!
December 30, 2015
This series was amazing! I love Liam and Josie and this was a perfect ending for them.
December 9, 2021
My Kind of Forever, bueno este libro realmente es solo para saber mas de los personajes, en ciertas partes sentí que era un poco de relleno aunque si bien vemos como siguió la historia de Liam y Josie y lo difícil que fue que sus mundos encajaran, tampoco estuvo mal, me gusto que al menos el final fuera mas fluido y de manera mas interesante creo que esto hizo que pudiera darle las 3 estrellas, pero no merece mas que eso.
Una de las cosas que me hubiera gustado es que fuera un libro de todos, conocer un poco mas de todos y no solo de ellos dos!! sinceramente creo que hasta acá pudo haber llegado la historia de estos personajes algo mas seria puro relleno. Aun creo que hay un libro de historia corta, creo que lo leere para darle un fin como debe ser.
Me llena de curiosidad el tema del libro de Noah y Peyton, de verdad que me da curiosidad pero de verdad espero que no sea mas de lo mismo que la saga de los papas por que eso seria demasiado aburrido.
Ya veremos que pasa ... si no tiene muchas expectativas con respecto a un libro y te gusto la historia de los personajes en Beaumont puedes darle una oportunidad a este libro, pero eso si no vayas con muchas expectativas por que puedes desilusionarte!!
Una de las cosas que me hubiera gustado es que fuera un libro de todos, conocer un poco mas de todos y no solo de ellos dos!! sinceramente creo que hasta acá pudo haber llegado la historia de estos personajes algo mas seria puro relleno. Aun creo que hay un libro de historia corta, creo que lo leere para darle un fin como debe ser.
Me llena de curiosidad el tema del libro de Noah y Peyton, de verdad que me da curiosidad pero de verdad espero que no sea mas de lo mismo que la saga de los papas por que eso seria demasiado aburrido.
Ya veremos que pasa ... si no tiene muchas expectativas con respecto a un libro y te gusto la historia de los personajes en Beaumont puedes darle una oportunidad a este libro, pero eso si no vayas con muchas expectativas por que puedes desilusionarte!!
September 11, 2015
5 OUTSTANDING STARS!
What a way to wind up a fantabulous series!
Liam and the gang are hitting a slump. They are perfectly happy living their lives in Beaumount with their families. But in order for them to start touring and getting themselves out into the music scene, there is only one place they need to go... Los Angeles.
Los Angeles is the place where Liam Westbury found Liam Page and that scares Josie. A lot. Things are starting to get comfortable for them. They are moving forward. With Liam leaving to go to LA, leaving Josie to be the parent alone, again. Doubts and fears start showing up where they shouldn't be.
Can Liam and Josie forge on with their Happily Ever After when the world wants Liam Page back in full force?
This book is bittersweet. These characters that have become a part of our family are moving on. They will always hold a special place in my heart and the great thing about reading...I can always have them right here with me.
What a way to wind up a fantabulous series!
Liam and the gang are hitting a slump. They are perfectly happy living their lives in Beaumount with their families. But in order for them to start touring and getting themselves out into the music scene, there is only one place they need to go... Los Angeles.
Los Angeles is the place where Liam Westbury found Liam Page and that scares Josie. A lot. Things are starting to get comfortable for them. They are moving forward. With Liam leaving to go to LA, leaving Josie to be the parent alone, again. Doubts and fears start showing up where they shouldn't be.
Can Liam and Josie forge on with their Happily Ever After when the world wants Liam Page back in full force?
This book is bittersweet. These characters that have become a part of our family are moving on. They will always hold a special place in my heart and the great thing about reading...I can always have them right here with me.
April 5, 2020
I have several problems with this one. It's said that the second parts are never good and here, that saying is applied in a certain way. I don't know... She could have written a short story or a novella instead and I think it would have been better than this.
First, too much drama for me, that was unnecessary. You would think that after 2 years of marriage and everything they have been through, Liam & Josie would be a more stable and less insecure couple, but nope, apparently it's too much to ask.
Second, Noah spends more time with Nick than with Liam here. I understand that they're a modern family and all that jazz but that was strange, again, you would think that after 10 YEARS lost with his son, Liam would make a greater effort to spend every fucking second that he can with his only son but that it isn't like this.
lastly, I didn't have enough of the kids or Jimmy and Jenna for that matter.
First, too much drama for me, that was unnecessary. You would think that after 2 years of marriage and everything they have been through, Liam & Josie would be a more stable and less insecure couple, but nope, apparently it's too much to ask.
Second, Noah spends more time with Nick than with Liam here. I understand that they're a modern family and all that jazz but that was strange, again, you would think that after 10 YEARS lost with his son, Liam would make a greater effort to spend every fucking second that he can with his only son but that it isn't like this.
lastly, I didn't have enough of the kids or Jimmy and Jenna for that matter.
September 13, 2015
Wow!! My Kind of Forever gave me just the closure I needed with Liam and Josie. I didn't even realize I needed it until I started reading it!! All the lingering doubts and questions about the past all get answered. And it's not always easy. In fact it is hard which makes it so real!!! I must admit I shed a few tears and my heart was hurting at times, but so worth it all. This journey for Liam and Josie completely solidified their bond and made it a completely mature one! They completely just grew together. What beautiful writing by Heidi McLaughlin. Now I'm just sad it's over.... Until those kids grow up!!!
September 8, 2015
4.50 stars!
My Kind of Forever is my kind of book. Heidi did it again! This rock and roll romance pulled on my heart strings in the latest installment in this fantastic series. Liam, Josie, and 4225 West fans do not want to miss this one!
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December 9, 2015
For a lot of this one I was annoyed. It seemed like we had already covered the issues for Josie and Liam. I wanted them to stay in their HEA, not run into problems. Josie's self doubt drove me nuts, even as I understood it. It didn't help that Liam's actions seemed to feed those insecurities. What saved the book for me was the last bit at the end. I liked the Christmas morning scene, loved the wedding, the song and finally the family dance.
September 11, 2015
I don't know what happened. I loved other books by this author, not this series though. There must be something wrong with me since everybody and their mother seem to love it. Oh, well, you can't have everything you want.
December 16, 2015
This was a nice ending to a series I've loved. I really can't wait for the kids to get their own story's.
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September 1, 2015Review coming soon!
LOVED!!!!
LOVED!!!!
October 10, 2015
OMG!can't wait but I hope Liam is not fucking up again;-)
September 6, 2023
Fajnie było wrócić do tych bohaterów, trochę za nimi tęskniłam, ale szczerze? Ta seria poza pierwszym tomem (cudownym!) jest przedłużona mega na siłę i większość rzeczy, które dostajemy jest niepotrzebna. Można by to zgrabnie i przyjemnie zamknąć w dwóch tomach i byłoby po prostu idealnie i bez szkody dla czytelnika. Takie rzucanie kłód pod nogi bohaterów, którzy lata temu odnaleźli swoje szczęście wydaje się nie fair, jest chamskie i brzmi trochę jak szantaż emocjonalny. Bo zamiast wciągnąć się w historię i płakać razem z nimi, niecierpliwie wyczekiwałam końca i chciałam już po prostu skończyć tą serię. Szkoda, bo początek tej historii był przepiękny.
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June 17, 2020DNF 10%
Nooo, lo siento, no pude seguir, solo leer los primeros capítulos me recordó lo imbécil que fue realmente Liam y por lo poco que leí su historia pasada iba a ser ventilada a todo el mundo... y ya estaba viendo algunas inseguridades en los protagonistas que Oh, por diosh... ya pasaron 2 años de feliz matrimonio y estaban por agregar otro integrante más en la familia, se supone que todo esta chevere, estable para hacer eso, no?? y me vienen con eso... ay no que fastidio... así que mejor lo dejé ahí para no perder mi tiempo y llenarme de arrecheras con los personajes
Nooo, lo siento, no pude seguir, solo leer los primeros capítulos me recordó lo imbécil que fue realmente Liam y por lo poco que leí su historia pasada iba a ser ventilada a todo el mundo... y ya estaba viendo algunas inseguridades en los protagonistas que Oh, por diosh... ya pasaron 2 años de feliz matrimonio y estaban por agregar otro integrante más en la familia, se supone que todo esta chevere, estable para hacer eso, no?? y me vienen con eso... ay no que fastidio... así que mejor lo dejé ahí para no perder mi tiempo y llenarme de arrecheras con los personajes
April 16, 2018
I have no shame; Liam and Josie are my guilty pleasure. Add Noah to the mix and the young man he’s growing into...yep I’m a sucker. So why the three stars, Kara? Lack of originality. The same doubts due to trust issues keep creeping in with these two and the key to all of this is communication. Which doesn’t improve till well after 50%. That being said, I’ll still be finishing this series off. And only then will I watch the movie.
April 7, 2019
I have mixed feelings on this one. I loved the first three books in the series & the novellas have been great, but books 4 & 5 made Liam into more of a hothead than I would have liked. I think my favorite part of the story was Bianca’s efforts to repair her broken relationship with her son and his family. That was truly heartwarming.
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