Book details
Forever, Again
Description
Lily Bennett is less than thrilled to be the new kid as she starts her junior year in high school. But soon after classes begin, she meets a classmate, Cole Drepeau, with whom she forms an immediate and intimate bond. As Cole and Lily grow closer, Lily learns about the murder that divided the town more than thirty years before. In 1987, graduating senior Amber Greeley snapped, killing her boyfriend Ben-Cole's uncle-and taking her own life. Lily feels inexplicably linked to Amber, and she can't help but think that there's more to the girl's story. Determined to investigate the truth about Cole's uncle's death, Lily and Cole are pulled into a dark mystery-one that shakes the constraints of the world they've always believed in. Masterfully told by best-selling author Victoria Laurie, this novel alternates voices between Lily and Amber, a generation apart, as decades of dark family secrets and treacherous betrayals are woven into the most epic of love stories.Praise for When "Laurie's debut for teens is quite an accomplishment. . . The character development is just as riveting as the plot in this well-constructed thriller." -- Kirkus Reviews "This excellent book is a must-have for all libraries, especially where suspense and teen-life fiction is hot. This novel will provide crossover appeal to both older teens and adults." -- VOYA "[T]he novel packs in plenty of fast-paced, nail-biting fun, perfect for fans of Barnes' The Naturals series." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "The plot is filled with false turns, which will keep readers engaged until the surprising ending." -- School Library Journal
Age
12-18
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
360 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Mystery: 'Forever, Again' offers readers an intriguing mystery that spans decades, inviting them to unravel the secrets and connections between past and present events alongside the protagonists.
- Dual Timelines: The novel's unique narrative structure, which alternates between two timelines, provides a compelling and layered reading experience that keeps readers invested in both the historical and contemporary storylines.
- Complex Characters: Victoria Laurie crafts complex and relatable characters whose personal growth and emotional journeys add depth to the story, making it not just a mystery to solve but also a tale of human experiences and relationships.
- Themes of Love and Redemption: The book explores powerful themes such as the enduring nature of love and the possibility of redemption, offering readers not only a suspenseful plot but also thought-provoking insights into the human condition.