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His Forever
Marleigh Cross is a free-spirited independent woman about to marry her college sweetheart. When she finds him in a compromising position with her best friend, she leaves but not before cleaning his accounts out of the monies she has spent on the wedding. Unsure of where she's going, she drives off with a car loaded down with her stuff including her beloved cats, Harry and Nabisco. After Zeus Alvarez divorced his wife for her indiscretions, he focused on his family and his business. Working the late shift one night, he never expected to find someone like Marleigh broken down on the side of the road. He can't understand the pull he feels toward her but decides to see what happens. As they form a friendship amidst the meddling of his mom, she realizes she may not be enough. Will Marleigh's secrets tear them apart? Has he found his forever only to lose her?
- GenresContemporary
349 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 12, 2017
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Darlene Tallman
168 books621 followersLover of words. Author of "perfectly imperfect romance". Since starting this journey in August 2016, I've published eight books, two children's books, and have been part of two different coloring books. In short, I'm fulfilling a lifelong dream and would love to have you join me!
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July 16, 2023
2 ⭐⭐ - Meh!
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UPDATE: Reread in July 2023
It did not sustain a second reading and I confess I must have been in an excellent good mood when I first read it. It is very dangerous to revisit readings, because they end up being a big disappointment.
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4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Liked it!
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Read in October 2017
First reading of this author.
I liked the characters and the story got me hooked.
Missed better explain the motivations of the exes wanting them back.
The story felt like it was going to end and continued with more stuff going on. Could be shorter.
But I enjoyed the read and recommend.
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UPDATE: Reread in July 2023
It did not sustain a second reading and I confess I must have been in an excellent good mood when I first read it. It is very dangerous to revisit readings, because they end up being a big disappointment.
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4 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Liked it!
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Read in October 2017
First reading of this author.
I liked the characters and the story got me hooked.
Missed better explain the motivations of the exes wanting them back.
The story felt like it was going to end and continued with more stuff going on. Could be shorter.
But I enjoyed the read and recommend.
July 14, 2023
This was a la de da romance where both H and h have been burned. No angst between the two main characters but the evil doers pop back up to stir the pot.
The evil doers comeuppance is beyond epic and verges into the gruesome territory. Gotta say, don't cheat in a Darlene Tillman book if you want to live or at least not get dismembered.
The evil doers comeuppance is beyond epic and verges into the gruesome territory. Gotta say, don't cheat in a Darlene Tillman book if you want to live or at least not get dismembered.
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August 28, 2023Dnf at 10%, not for me.
November 29, 2024
DNF at 50%
I tried but could not
This book was boring and boring
I am not interested in their daily life schedules with both h and H are uninteresting boring people
The h was really a idiotic person i really never understood her reticence for sex if she was virgin understandable but the way she kept on harping no sex is something i don’t understand.
The H with his cringey endearment and so understanding was totally unbelievable.
Sorry but i could not complete.
I tried but could not
This book was boring and boring
I am not interested in their daily life schedules with both h and H are uninteresting boring people
The h was really a idiotic person i really never understood her reticence for sex if she was virgin understandable but the way she kept on harping no sex is something i don’t understand.
The H with his cringey endearment and so understanding was totally unbelievable.
Sorry but i could not complete.
July 21, 2023
the story felt rushed, I skip read after the 20%mark..boring in the end
May 19, 2017
His Forever by Darlene Tallman is a contemporary romance. Our heroine relocates after finding her fiance in bed with her friend. Her car breaks down and she meets our hero Zeus.
I really liked how they start off as friends before taking it to the next level. Now, I did have problems with this book. The communication between our H & h doesn't feel natural and no it isn't because Spanish is mixed in. Almost every time they spoke they said each other's name. Then every single time it felt like it was time for the book to end, it's natural ending, it kept going. Another good point, the sexiness once it started, was decent. Sorry, I just didn't feel this one.
I really liked how they start off as friends before taking it to the next level. Now, I did have problems with this book. The communication between our H & h doesn't feel natural and no it isn't because Spanish is mixed in. Almost every time they spoke they said each other's name. Then every single time it felt like it was time for the book to end, it's natural ending, it kept going. Another good point, the sexiness once it started, was decent. Sorry, I just didn't feel this one.
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July 18, 2023DNF 45%. Instalove, Repetitive, Juvenile Droll.writing IMO.So sorry,just not for me!😂
July 26, 2018
First time I’ve read this authors book! It was sweet and romantic with a little drama. Marleigh finds her fiancé is cheating with her best friend. She turns to her cousin for help. She is all packed up and on the road with her two fur babies when her car breaks down. She call a tow truck driver and can feel the attraction. With only a few hours of being single and all of the heartbreak being in a relationship their is no way she is acting on anything. Zeus goes above and beyond to make Marleigh welcome after seeing that she is upset. His family take her on as one of their own and she begins to mend some fences with her own family. They both are keeping secrets and need to come clean with one another. The heart knows what it wants right from their initial meeting.
July 6, 2020
His forever love
I could not put this book down. I literally kept reading it all day. I highly recommend this book. Marleigh was set to be married to some one she thought she loved only to find him with her best friend. She ended up breaking down on the side of the road and had to call for a tow. Zeus went to tow the car of the woman who had called in broken down. Seeing her he knew he had to help. He brought her home to his Mama’s he got her a place to stay and job and over time their relationship grew. This book had so much in it. So many things couples have to over come and deal with. I absolutely loved this book
I could not put this book down. I literally kept reading it all day. I highly recommend this book. Marleigh was set to be married to some one she thought she loved only to find him with her best friend. She ended up breaking down on the side of the road and had to call for a tow. Zeus went to tow the car of the woman who had called in broken down. Seeing her he knew he had to help. He brought her home to his Mama’s he got her a place to stay and job and over time their relationship grew. This book had so much in it. So many things couples have to over come and deal with. I absolutely loved this book
May 15, 2017
Refreshing read....
Really enjoyed this book so much. Loved Marleigh and Zeus together. It was like insta-attraction and insta-love which both were so deserving of. This book had some angst, drama, great sex scenes and a storyline that just flowed. Really enjoyed the close knit family of Zeus's and his Mama wow!! And the little miracles at the end heartfelt. Just really a refreshing read. This was my first book I have read by this author and it won't be my last.
Thanks Jamie Nibarger Ellis
Really enjoyed this book so much. Loved Marleigh and Zeus together. It was like insta-attraction and insta-love which both were so deserving of. This book had some angst, drama, great sex scenes and a storyline that just flowed. Really enjoyed the close knit family of Zeus's and his Mama wow!! And the little miracles at the end heartfelt. Just really a refreshing read. This was my first book I have read by this author and it won't be my last.
Thanks Jamie Nibarger Ellis
August 8, 2017
Passionate tale of 2nd chances
Ok, I want to start of by stating I did have an issue with this book. Please here me out before you hate me. There is a gay couple, not the main couple, but still important in my opinion. There are some places where being gay is described as a choice. It is NOT, you are born that way. Moving on, this story will play your emotions. There is a phrase that was used too often in my opinion but it didn't stop me from finishing. Everyone deserves a 2nd chance at love and sometimes it can come when you least expect.
Ok, I want to start of by stating I did have an issue with this book. Please here me out before you hate me. There is a gay couple, not the main couple, but still important in my opinion. There are some places where being gay is described as a choice. It is NOT, you are born that way. Moving on, this story will play your emotions. There is a phrase that was used too often in my opinion but it didn't stop me from finishing. Everyone deserves a 2nd chance at love and sometimes it can come when you least expect.
September 3, 2020
Zeus & Marleigh's story is very enjoyable! There's some drama, but it's outside of their relationship & they're together through the whole story. They start out with a pretty instant attraction, but because of her history, they strike up a really great friendship. I love how everything falls into place for Marleigh when she gets to town!
The family dynamics & supporting characters all get huge thumbs up, too. This reads very well as an ensemble cast, while still maintaining the focus on our main h & H & their HEA.
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The family dynamics & supporting characters all get huge thumbs up, too. This reads very well as an ensemble cast, while still maintaining the focus on our main h & H & their HEA.
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January 9, 2022
Love conqueres all
Marleigh was betrayed, felt broken and unloved. Then she broke down and felt completely wrung out. Zeus was her light in shining armor who rose in and saved her. She built a new life in a new town and found happiness. She found her soul there. When Zeus helps Marleigh through every obstacle thrown their way will she trust him with all he secrets and all her pain? More importantly could they both find the love they never thought possible? Beautiful story.
Marleigh was betrayed, felt broken and unloved. Then she broke down and felt completely wrung out. Zeus was her light in shining armor who rose in and saved her. She built a new life in a new town and found happiness. She found her soul there. When Zeus helps Marleigh through every obstacle thrown their way will she trust him with all he secrets and all her pain? More importantly could they both find the love they never thought possible? Beautiful story.
February 6, 2022
Zeus and Marleigh are such a perfect couple. They fit together so well. Betrayal may have caused Marleigh to flee the scene of that hurt and start over somewhere new. Breaking down and calling for a tow brings Zeus into her life. That one small action changes the course of both their lives. I felt like I was watching this couple's life unfold. It was so sweet; they built a relationship and a life with their friends and family with just a little drama to liven things up. Just a lovely read, I deeply enjoyed His Forever!
June 6, 2017
A slow, lazy read.
This book starts out well but moves slowly. I found too many step by step details that were tedious.
The storyline is good, the characters likable. This book really wasn't one I would normally read. It's a small town, insta-love finding your way back.
A good poo/beach read.
This book starts out well but moves slowly. I found too many step by step details that were tedious.
The storyline is good, the characters likable. This book really wasn't one I would normally read. It's a small town, insta-love finding your way back.
A good poo/beach read.
August 24, 2019
Some hurt is worth the long-term reward
I really enjoyed this book. It wasnt a rushed love and sex kind of book. It was a slow build, let me show you why I am worth your time and heart. For me the whole story flowed. Now from a personal standpoint I didnt need the multiple future glimpes in the epilogue. They dont hurt the story I am just not a huge fan.
I really enjoyed this book. It wasnt a rushed love and sex kind of book. It was a slow build, let me show you why I am worth your time and heart. For me the whole story flowed. Now from a personal standpoint I didnt need the multiple future glimpes in the epilogue. They dont hurt the story I am just not a huge fan.
September 25, 2020
Out of something bad, something good comes
Marleigh left town in hurry after she found her fiance sleeping with her best friend. Only to.have her car break down on her. She calls a wrecker service owned and operated by Zeus Alvarez. Fate was on her side. Different and enjoyable, good read.
Marleigh left town in hurry after she found her fiance sleeping with her best friend. Only to.have her car break down on her. She calls a wrecker service owned and operated by Zeus Alvarez. Fate was on her side. Different and enjoyable, good read.
May 13, 2017
"His Forever" by Darlene Tallman is a great read. I enjoyed Zeus and Marleigh's story. This story has drama, romance, close friends and family, overcoming events in the past, new beginnings, and more. Recommend to all fans of romance.
April 5, 2018
Zeus and Marleigh
The right person is always worth waiting for. Zeus gets a call for a tow and finds the most beautiful woman he has ever seen. After challenges they must face together bring them even closer together forever is not far off.
The right person is always worth waiting for. Zeus gets a call for a tow and finds the most beautiful woman he has ever seen. After challenges they must face together bring them even closer together forever is not far off.
November 16, 2019
Lovely
I love the way Zeus and Marleigh meet and become friends first. They way they fell in love.the way Zeus stood by her and showed her he loved her even if she couldn’t have kids.
I love the way Zeus and Marleigh meet and become friends first. They way they fell in love.the way Zeus stood by her and showed her he loved her even if she couldn’t have kids.
December 18, 2020
Never enough? I doubt that. The harder it is the more it's worth it. Even thou the mom is a b*tch, in the end, their love was stronger. This book is a good reread!! You'll want it more than you realise!
November 12, 2022
Zeus suddenly meets his love
Zeus suddenly meets his love when she calls needing help. She's relocated and ends up staying in his town that offers her a lot of opportunities.
I enjoyed this read 📚!
Zeus suddenly meets his love when she calls needing help. She's relocated and ends up staying in his town that offers her a lot of opportunities.
I enjoyed this read 📚!
July 15, 2023
So for me, this book was a little blah/bland. But I am used to high angst/drama and this was very low key with some minor drama. It was ok, but not enough to keep me entertained. No offense to those who like it, just not for me.
April 27, 2024
Sweet love
I these kind of stories. Instant attraction with enough confidence to go for what they want. Both Marleigh and Zeus have been let down in the past. But they’re strong characters and won’t be held down. Fate!
Loved it.
I these kind of stories. Instant attraction with enough confidence to go for what they want. Both Marleigh and Zeus have been let down in the past. But they’re strong characters and won’t be held down. Fate!
Loved it.
May 14, 2017
a beautiful read.
May 17, 2017
Loved
Zeus & marleigh were just perfection. This was my first book by this author & I loved it this was such a heartwarming story. Loved the family dynamics.
Zeus & marleigh were just perfection. This was my first book by this author & I loved it this was such a heartwarming story. Loved the family dynamics.
May 3, 2018
Another hit
This author has a way of delivering such heartfelt beautiful stories with characters you can't help but love and become attached to!! Adored this story !
This author has a way of delivering such heartfelt beautiful stories with characters you can't help but love and become attached to!! Adored this story !
September 4, 2018
It was a good story
I liked this book. It was sweet story, with a lot a romance. I loved Zeus's character. I would recommend this book.
I liked this book. It was sweet story, with a lot a romance. I loved Zeus's character. I would recommend this book.
September 18, 2019
Awesome story
This was an awesome story. Another book that can make you laugh and cry. I enjoyed the characters as well as the storyline. I love a happy ending plus a little extra.
This was an awesome story. Another book that can make you laugh and cry. I enjoyed the characters as well as the storyline. I love a happy ending plus a little extra.
May 21, 2020
Great sweet read
Great choice when you're looking for something sweet to read. This is not for people that like a lot of relationship drama in their stories.
Great choice when you're looking for something sweet to read. This is not for people that like a lot of relationship drama in their stories.
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