Common Sense Media Review
By Andrea Beach
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Sweet finale to upbeat romance series.
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Based on 18 kid reviews
Kids say this book is a satisfying conclusion to the trilogy, praised for its relatable characters and engaging plot, although some reviews express concern over its appropriateness for younger readers due to its references to sex, drinking, and swearing. Many readers found it a comforting read that encourages themes of love and family, but opinions vary on the maturity level required to handle its content, with a general recommendation for ages 12 and up depending on individual maturity.
- satisfying conclusion
- relatable characters
- concerns about appropriateness
- themes of love
- strong writing
- varying maturity levels
Summarized with AI
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What's the Story?
In ALWAYS AND FOREVER, LARA JEAN, senior year of high school promises to be a busy and exciting time. College applications, class trips, prom, and a wedding to plan (her dad's) are enough to keep Lara Jean running at full speed. Best of all is having the handsome lacrosse star Peter as her official boyfriend through it all. But Lara Jean's bright future suddenly looks a lot dimmer when she gets some shocking news. Nothing about the future is certain anymore. Can Lara Jean find a way to adapt to new circumstances and come up with a plan B?
Is It Any Good?
This is a sigh-worthy romance that teen fans are sure to enjoy. With Always and Forever, Lara Jean, author Jenny Han finishes off Lara Jean's story still playing to her strengths" believable, likable characters and a vivid, lively family life that's the real heart of a sweet teen romance.
The story's easy to follow if you haven't read the first two books, but you'll get a much deeper appreciation of, and feel a greater connection to, the characters if you know their histories. Otherwise, the title won't make much sense, and the ending will be better understood and more satisfying, too.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how the main character is portrayed in Always and Forever, Lara Jean and the first two books in the series. What do you like about Lara Jean? Is she a believable character? What are some of her strengths and weaknesses?
Have you read the first two books in the series? Which did you like best? Are you sad to see the series end?
Did the story turn out the way you thought it would? What do you predict or hope will happen to Lara Jean in the future?
Book Details
- Author :
- Genre : Romance
- Topics : Family Stories ( Siblings ) , School ( High School )
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
- Publication date : May 2, 2017
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 12 - 17
- Number of pages : 336
- Available on : Nook, Audiobook (unabridged), Hardback, Apple Books, Kindle
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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