More Than Forever

(More Than Series, Book 4)

Title: More Than Forever

Author: Jay McLean

Genre: New Adult

More Than Forever is book four in the More Than series and may be read as a standalone,

though it is recommended to read in series order.

Series reading order:
More Than This (Book one)
More Than Her (Book two)
More Than Him (Book three)

-LUCY-
There is a love so fierce it cannot be measured.
A heart so strong it will never slow.
There is a promise so sure it can never lie.
He promised me that love forever.
Even when it wasn’t enough.

-CAMERON-
Forever. Everlasting. Eternal.
There is no measure of time.
No sounds of the ticking of a clock.
Just the rising and falling of the sun.
And our own sense of forever.

But our forever isn’t always.

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Review

Once upon a time, there was a girl named Lucy who was not “fine” no matter how many times she said it. She lost her mom to cancer, and for a short time, she lost her father to sadness. Because she has six younger brothers, she knew she needed to take care of them and help them live each day, but there was no one there to help her…to take care of her…until him. Cameron came at a time in her life when she was merely surviving, and he healed her, made her feel alive, made her want things that she didn’t think she could have. But Cameron’s strength and love for Lucy made her believe that she…that they…could have their forever. But when you fall in love at 15 years old, there’s still a lot of life to be lived…a lot of growing up and changes to be experienced, but that didn’t faze Lucy and Cameron. Their love for each other knows no bounds, but life sometimes does get in the way, and insecurities and stress can alter any relationship, even one as solid as theirs. A promise of forever – that’s what Cameron and Lucy gave each other at the tender age of 15, and that’s what they’ll do their best to hold on to even when there’s doubts…even when actions say otherwise.

Because their story spans almost a decade, Lucy and Cameron’s relationship goes through a gamut of emotions and events. Their tale is one of loss, sacrifice, heartbreak, and sadness, but it’s also a journey of firsts, defining moments, and a copious amount of hope.

One of Jay McLean’s talents as a writer is her ability to create a cast of characters that literally come alive through her words. They are complex, dynamic heroes and heroines who readers grow to love and respect as we watch them endure all of the trials and tribulations that are brought their way.

Lucy is an amazing heroine. She’s feisty, humorous, intelligent, and willing to give her all for those she loves. She has amazing strength but at the same time is quite fragile due to everything she’s been through in her short life. I love how obsessed with reading Lucy is; she’s a girl after my own heart. It makes sense that she wants to lose herself in fictional plots because she needs that escape…a break from her life. Despite all of the hardships, Lucy’s light still shines with Cameron’s help, which makes her my favorite heroine of the More series.

Cameron – how swoonworthy is he? He wears his heart on his sleeve, and he would help heal the world if he could. He’s Lucy’s everything…her forever, and that is his most important job. Does he have “guy” moments? Absolutely. But through all of the chaos, he remains 100 % committed to Lucy, and no one could ask for more.

The supporting characters in the More series are just as important as the main ones. Cam and Luce’s circle of friends share an amazing bond that anyone would kill to have. They know they can rely on one another no matter the circumstances and that is clearly illustrated in More Than Forever as well as the previous three books. And then there’s the parents…they’re amazing. I didn’t think anyone could match up to Logan’s father, and then Jay introduces readers to Mark – Cam’s step dad. How he steps up for Cam throughout the entire book is breathtaking. He gives of himself without expecting anything in return, which makes sense that Cam is the exact same way.

More Than Forever may not be a fairy tale because all of the pain Lucy and Cam endure can only be found in reality, but it is a story of fate…a story of the kind of love that everyone aspires to have…a story of the forever kind! Team Luca all the way!

A complimentary copy was provided in exchange for an honest review.

4.5 poison apples

MORE THAN THIS

(More Than Series, Book 1)

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MORE THAN HER

(More Than Series, Book 2)

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MORE THAN HIM

(More Than Series, Book 3)

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Excerpts

I see her wobble on her feet before she slowly tumbles to the ground. Her knees give out first, then the rest of her. It feels like I should’ve gotten to her earlier, but seconds of panic took place before my mind kicked into gear. And the rest is a blur.

Her friend’s standing over us while I rest her head on my lap. “Lucy,” I say. And it’s the first time I’ve said her name out loud. It’d been over three weeks since I’d learned it.

“What happened?” Logan asks her friend.

“I don’t know.” She’s as panicked as I am, if not worse.

“Is she dehydrated?” Logan picks up what looks like an uneaten sandwich. “Is this hers? Has she eaten?” I don’t know why it annoys me that Logan is asking all the right questions and all I can do is stare down at her. She’s breathing, so I guess that’s something.

He drops down on his knees on the other side of her and pours water from his bottle into his hand, and then he runs it across her forehead and into her hairline.

“Is she alright, mate?” Jake asks. He’s new and has a weird accent but Logan seems to think he’s cool so we keep him around.

Logan does the water thing again, and this time her eyes slowly flutter open.

And I release the breath I was holding.

“It’s okay,” Logan says to her, “you just passed out.”

He’s in her face now, and I want to punch him for being the first thing she sees when she comes to. I was here first; I was the one watching her when she fell.

It should have been me.

“I hate that guy,” Logan jerks his head toward Jake and a new kid.

“The new kid? Dylan?”

He nods. “He thinks he owns the school.”

“Really?” I glare over at them. “Apparently he kills it on the basketball court, but I dunno.” I shrug. “He hasn’t said two words to me. He seems quiet.”

“Those are the ones you have to worry about, Cam. The quiet broody assholes get all the girls. Better watch him around that new girl of yours.”

I play dumb. “What new girl?”

“Shut up, asshole. You don’t think I notice you watching her all the fucking time?”

I lift my chin. “I think if there’s an asshole in this entire school to watch out for, it’s you.”

He laughs and adjusts his cap. “You don’t need to worry about me. I’m not into stealing my friend’s girls.” He shoves his hand in his catcher’s glove and smacks my arm with it. “Say the word. Claim her. I promise to stay away and I’ll make sure she’s untouchable to everyone else.”

“I’m not an asshole and she isn’t property. I can’t own her.”

“If that’s what you want.” He raises an eyebrow. “She’s cute. In a couple years she’ll be hot. Guys will be all over her. I’m just trying to help out.”

I think about what he’s saying, and he makes a good point. Only he’s wrong—she’s hot now. “Fine. I claim her. She’s mine.”

His smirk is instant. “You can’t own someone, you pig. She isn’t property.”

I laugh. “Fuck you.”

Jake struts over to us. “Ya reckon that new kid Dylan can hang out with us this arvo? He seems like a top bloke.”

Logan’s gaze moves to me, confusion clear on his face. I shrug. He lets out a chuckle before gripping both of Jake’s shoulders and shaking him gently. He looks him right in the eye, speaking slowly and clearly. “I have no idea what the fuck you just said.”