Forever Us: Barringer and Calista Blackstone, Book 2.5

The Blackstone Family #2.5

by Tina Martin

**NOTE: This is a short story based on the book, Leaving Barringer. It is strongly recommended that you read Leaving Barringer before reading Forever Us.**

Barringer Blackstone is rough around the edges. That’s no surprise to Calista. His demeanor is a gift and a curse – a gift because his strong-willed character makes him a great business leader. A curse because that same no-nonsense, merciless attitude doesn’t make for a loving, passionate husband at times – the very reason Calista left him for four months.
They’ve been back together for two months and while their marriage and communication has improved, a weekend away reveals that their issues haven’t been fully resolved. Is another separation in the works for this Blackstone couple?

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The Blackstone Family novels are all standalone books.
Any follow-up short stories correspond to the full-length novel.

Book 1 - Evenings With Bryson - Bryson and Kalina
Book 2 - Leaving Barringer - Barringer and Calista
Book 2.5 - Forever Us: Barringer and Calista Blackstone - A Short Story
Book 3 - The Things Everson Lost

68 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 22, 2016

About the author

TINA MARTIN is a talented, romantic suspense fiction writer and the author of over 105 titles. She enjoys Hallmark movies, running and traveling. (PLEASE NOTE: There are multiple authors with this name on Goodreads. If you're following me, look for my logo! Also, I have a printable book list on my website. Use that, my website and my social media to confirm that a book was written by me.)

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Reviews

[Martha Ruff]

Short and Sweet

This book was a continuation of Leaving Barringer. Calista and Barringer still have some unresolved issues in their marriage. So they take a weekend trip to see if they can improve their communication skills.

['The Book Queen']

Yay for Calista and Barringer

The follow-up story to Leaving Barringer was a nice little update. I had hoped the couple would still be together and making things better between them. I am happy to say readers will be pleased with this story. The tidbit of the coming story was excellent, too. Now I know another Blackstone marriage is in trouble. Poor June!

Reread Update. April 2026

Yes. I still liked Calista.. Barrington is better.

[Cherie l brown]

Calista and Barry still having problems. Problems of distrust and feeling inadequate. They take a retreat to the cabin to try to work on their marriage and to consult with a counselor. The counseling session was an almost disaster. While it didn’t go as planned, it wasn’t a total loss. But surprisingly Barry stayed behind to spend just a few minutes of discussion with the counselor. He does realize he is a top notch jerk. Now can this couple reconnect and renew their love? Is Garrison still desired by Calista? He isn’t but Barry fear that’s the case. Does she want a baby so bad that she will leave him again if he can’t give her one? How can Barry get his relationship back on track? There’s a surprise yet for this couple that will change the dynamics of everything.

[Dj]

THE BLACKSTONE FAMILY - Forever Us (eBook) Bk 2.5 [Barringer Blackstone is rough around the edges. That’s no surprise to Calista. His demeanor is a gift and a curse – a gift because his strong-willed character makes him a great business leader. A curse because that same no-nonsense, merciless attitude doesn’t make for a loving, passionate husband at times – the very reason Calista left him for four months. They’ve been back together for two months and while their marriage and communication has improved, a weekend away reveals that their issues haven’t been resolved. Is another separation in the works for this Blackstone couple?]

[Shone]

We Made It

Short and to the point, Barringer and Calista refused to give up on their marriage. Their love, faith, willingness to listen and communicate brought them to a happy ending or did it?

[Pamela session]

Amazing 😍

I truly love this series 💓 thank you Tina Martin .I love how they had so much love for each other and how they really didn't want let go and fight for their marriage simply the best.

[Abby G. Amos]

Nice Read!

I enjoyed reading this book! I am trying to adjust to the relationship between Barry and Calista! I feel that they definitely need counseling! I definitely recommend this book to everyone! I feel everyone who reads this book will enjoy it!

[BeLinda P.]

The Slimmest Chance

The ups and downs of the marriage between Calista and Barringer Blackstone seemed insurmountable. Perseverance and communication paid off and bought a very happy ending.

[Yvonne]

YEAH

Enjoyed the story dry much. Barringer, poor guy finally he got it. I would absolutely recommend this book to everyone who read their beginnings. Great story. Thank Tina.

[Myrlita Clark]

Loved it

[Vernell Renee Howard Griffin]

Thank God!

I'm so glad that God is and will and forever be a way maker. Won't He Do It! Loved It from beginning to end. Great Read! ReneeG 👍

[Ava Smith-forrest]

Barringer and Cali 2.5

I think Barringer and Cali will make it this time Barringer still needs to check his temper and realize others have feeling too.

[Sharon Simmons]

Didn't think they were going to make it!

Love the mix of faith and family in this story! When two people are meant to be together nothing can stop them!

[Laura Simmons]

short

I paid for this book thinking it would be longer. This could of been in either Barrington or Everton book.

[Tiffany]

Team Barringer and Calista!

I thoroughly enjoyed this short story with Barry and Calista! I'm glad that this couple got their happy ending and were able to workout their problems. This couple are my favorite from the Blackstone series. They are very relatable when it comes to facing issues and dealing with them. It was great catching up with them and found myself crying happy tears along with Barringer and Calista! Thank-you Mrs. Martin for this very enjoyable short story. Now waiting to hear from Everson and June!

[Denise]

Booklover

Thank you for completing the Barry and Calista story. Marriage is hard without a child ,that why God blesses you when the time is right. You should never give up on love when times get hard if you love him or her you got to fight and have faith he won't let you down. Another great read.