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laughlinesandliterature's review against another edition
5.0
Full review found at: http://www.moonlightgleam.com/2013/06/forever-too-far-by-abbi-glines.html
*Disclaimer: This review contains spoilers*
Forever Too Far was an amazing ending to this trilogy. I loved Rush at the beginning of this book; he was so overprotective of Blaire and seemed to really be taking the lessons he learned in Never Too Far to heart. However, as the book and Blaire’s pregnancy progressed, Rush seemed to forget his promise that he would always put her and the baby first. I am so sick of Nan. In the first scene she appeared, it reminded me of why the first half of the book read so wonderful; it was because Nan wasn’t there shrieking, crying, and throwing a pity party. I’m very glad this is the final installment because I’m not sure I could continue reading about her. (I do have a sneaking suspicion that she’ll be back in Grant’s series, but hopefully we’ll see a different side to her.)
Throughout the second half of this novel, I wanted to strangle Rush. His sister began manipulating him all over again, and even though this time he was well aware of her manipulations, he still fell for them! How could he even think that Blaire was capable of being cruel and mean? This is sweet, kind, and innocent Blaire who only thinks of other people, but the minute Nan is in the picture, Rush seems to forget all that. I cheered for Blaire when she finally left Rush in L.A.. Blaire deserves better than what Rush has given her. I still believe that Rush is one of the most sympathetic male leads because his loyalty is so admirable, but I just wish his loyalty was towards someone who reciprocated that protective streak. By the end of the novel, Rush had redeemed himself, and he was able to show that he could put his family behind him in a sustainable, month after month scenario. It really impressed me because I wasn't sure that Rush could leave his mother and sister to fend for themselves, but I’m glad he did.
The writing did leave a little bit to be desired. Like the previous novel, there were revelations just for the sake of drama. Blaire has a brother! It’s just beginning to feel like a soap opera. That Being said, Abbi Glines’ writing is so brilliant that sometimes it’s easy to ignore. I've been a fan of Abbi Glines since Breathe, but I feel that her novels are becoming more formulaic. I will keep reading Abbi Glines because I do think that she’s an incredible author, and I do give this book 5 stars, but I hope that the pots in her upcoming novels will mix things up.
This review was first posted on Moonlight Gleam's Bookshelf -
http://www.moonlightgleam.com/2013/06/forever-too-far-by-abbi-glines.html
*Disclaimer: This review contains spoilers*
Forever Too Far was an amazing ending to this trilogy. I loved Rush at the beginning of this book; he was so overprotective of Blaire and seemed to really be taking the lessons he learned in Never Too Far to heart. However, as the book and Blaire’s pregnancy progressed, Rush seemed to forget his promise that he would always put her and the baby first. I am so sick of Nan. In the first scene she appeared, it reminded me of why the first half of the book read so wonderful; it was because Nan wasn’t there shrieking, crying, and throwing a pity party. I’m very glad this is the final installment because I’m not sure I could continue reading about her. (I do have a sneaking suspicion that she’ll be back in Grant’s series, but hopefully we’ll see a different side to her.)
Throughout the second half of this novel, I wanted to strangle Rush. His sister began manipulating him all over again, and even though this time he was well aware of her manipulations, he still fell for them! How could he even think that Blaire was capable of being cruel and mean? This is sweet, kind, and innocent Blaire who only thinks of other people, but the minute Nan is in the picture, Rush seems to forget all that. I cheered for Blaire when she finally left Rush in L.A.. Blaire deserves better than what Rush has given her. I still believe that Rush is one of the most sympathetic male leads because his loyalty is so admirable, but I just wish his loyalty was towards someone who reciprocated that protective streak. By the end of the novel, Rush had redeemed himself, and he was able to show that he could put his family behind him in a sustainable, month after month scenario. It really impressed me because I wasn't sure that Rush could leave his mother and sister to fend for themselves, but I’m glad he did.
The writing did leave a little bit to be desired. Like the previous novel, there were revelations just for the sake of drama. Blaire has a brother! It’s just beginning to feel like a soap opera. That Being said, Abbi Glines’ writing is so brilliant that sometimes it’s easy to ignore. I've been a fan of Abbi Glines since Breathe, but I feel that her novels are becoming more formulaic. I will keep reading Abbi Glines because I do think that she’s an incredible author, and I do give this book 5 stars, but I hope that the pots in her upcoming novels will mix things up.
This review was first posted on Moonlight Gleam's Bookshelf -
http://www.moonlightgleam.com/2013/06/forever-too-far-by-abbi-glines.html
shaydelayed's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 (deducting for the Nan overload) stars
I really freaking enjoyed this! It was touch and go in the beginning with all the Nan drama, but dammit if Rush didn't show up and show out. The romance on his part was on a whole 'nother level! I'm still swooning and probably will be for days to come. I loved getting info on what we can expect in Grant's story and even an update on what's happening with Woods. That was a nice bonus! I'm actually going to miss this couple, but I am anxiously awaiting the spinoffs. Give me more Grant & Harlow!
P. S. That badass moment Blaire had at the end was priceless!
P.P.S. I STILL HATE NAN!
I really freaking enjoyed this! It was touch and go in the beginning with all the Nan drama, but dammit if Rush didn't show up and show out. The romance on his part was on a whole 'nother level! I'm still swooning and probably will be for days to come. I loved getting info on what we can expect in Grant's story and even an update on what's happening with Woods. That was a nice bonus! I'm actually going to miss this couple, but I am anxiously awaiting the spinoffs. Give me more Grant & Harlow!
P. S. That badass moment Blaire had at the end was priceless!
P.P.S. I STILL HATE NAN!
duchessrin's review against another edition
4.0
It was about time she grew some fucking guts.
Nan's still a bitch.
I'm glad they had a happy ending but there could've been a better way to end that.
I would've given it a three but I really love it when a baby arrives.
Nan's still a bitch.
I'm glad they had a happy ending but there could've been a better way to end that.
I would've given it a three but I really love it when a baby arrives.
page_karla's review against another edition
1.0
The series when i started it seemed great compared to others I've read but then it went downhill real fast. Super corny love story.
sabraliz21's review against another edition
5.0
I absolutely loved this book. I cannot stand Nan and hated that she's always the one to separate Blaire from Rush. I understand that some people were pissed that she had such a major part in the book, but I feel it would seem unrealistic if she magical changed and became friendly with Blaire.
I really liked meeting Dean in this book, and I cannot wait to read more about Harlow. I love the name and her character seemed so real.
I went into this book worried that I wouldn't like it because I had read that the ending is terrible and cut short. However, I feel that it was a great ending to them right now. I'm sure we will run into them, but I feel that three books was enough for them. Great job, and I cannot wait to read more about Woods!
I really liked meeting Dean in this book, and I cannot wait to read more about Harlow. I love the name and her character seemed so real.
I went into this book worried that I wouldn't like it because I had read that the ending is terrible and cut short. However, I feel that it was a great ending to them right now. I'm sure we will run into them, but I feel that three books was enough for them. Great job, and I cannot wait to read more about Woods!
saluki's review against another edition
2.0
This trilogy has been recommended to me by several people and I had high hopes because of the high star rating here and on other sites.
What I read was... crazy families, screwed up rich people, crazy rich bitch bunny boilers, crazy sexed up legendary Rock Stars, and the poor people whoendure love them. Oh, and there is a lot, and I mean a lot, of sex.
It was okay.
What I read was... crazy families, screwed up rich people, crazy rich bitch bunny boilers, crazy sexed up legendary Rock Stars, and the poor people who
It was okay.
vikcs's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
nicklelove's review against another edition
3.0
Oh look, finished in 1 day. The story was told in 2 POVs, and unlike the last book, the audiobook was narrated by 2 people, with a surprise POV from Grant and the new girl, Harlow.
Same old, same old. Nan was annoying as hell, Rush and Blaire were better. They worked their sh*t out although there were time the latter wanted to disappear again. We got a glimpse of Rush's dad Dean, and his bandmate Kiro, who happens to be Nan's real dad.
Still steamy, but leaned more on the story/drama.
Same old, same old. Nan was annoying as hell, Rush and Blaire were better. They worked their sh*t out although there were time the latter wanted to disappear again. We got a glimpse of Rush's dad Dean, and his bandmate Kiro, who happens to be Nan's real dad.
Still steamy, but leaned more on the story/drama.