
Walker is the one who got away after he put his heart on the line, but then had it broken by Maze. Heather surprises everyone with the fact that she's a single mom, and Sammie will steal your heart throughout this book. From the moment we meet Cat and her fiancee Dillon, you get the vibe that they're not on the same page, except for in the bedroom. Although they've grown apart over the years after a death created a rift, they're all reunited again for Cat's wedding festivities.

The Forever Girl is a heartfelt and cleverly women tale of four childhood friends who need each other now more than ever. If you haven’t experienced her yet, pick this one up and you’re sure to find a new favorite author. If you’re a Shalvis fan, you won’t be disappointed. Her sense of timing and pace are spot on, making the story a fantastic listen. Erin Mallon does a fantastic job on the narration, using distinct voices for each character. I devoured this in a single sitting after getting my hands on the audiobook. Set around the events during the week before Caitlin’s wedding, secrets and truths come out, and bonds are forged deeper than ever, especially for Maze. Here we get a look into the relationships between Maze, Walker, Caitlin, and Heather, whose bonds were forged during one momentous year they spent as family and how the tragic end to that year continues to affect them years later. It deals with larger issues of abandonment, foster care, and guilt, among others, while still showing the importance of family, however it’s made, and the bonds that exist between members. I’ve been a fan of Shalvis for a long time and really enjoy her Wildstone series, where she tackles weightier subject matter while still managing to keep things somewhat lighthearted and there’s always a HEA.
