The words “For Lila, forever” adorned the front of the envelope in blue ink, the handwriting all too familiar. But it didn’t matter what it said. I didn’t have the heart to open it.We couldn’t be together. Not after everything …Leaving Rose Crossing, Maine was one of the most painful moments of my life—or at least it was until the day I came face-to-face with Thayer Ainsworth again. After a … Ainsworth again.
After a decade of searching, he’s found me, and he wants to know why I quit my housemaid job and left his family’s island estate without so much as a goodbye. But I’m bound by a devastating secret much bigger than the two of us, and telling him the truth has consequences.
Looking into the eyes of the only man I’ve ever loved, I tell him the only thing I’m allowed to: never contact me again. And when he’s gone, I sit down and finally open his letter.
Only it isn’t a letter at all.
And it changes everything.
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This is a beautiful second chance love story about a forbidden love between Thayer and Lila. Their love began one summer when they were young and stuck with them throughout the years they were separated. Thayer and Lila go through so much to get their HEA. Great writing, a beautiful love story, well-developed characters and twists that I wasn’t expecting make this a must read.
Will Thayer keep his promise to Lila?
This is my 10th book by Winter and I love an author who writes in dual point of view. Lila moves in with her grandparents on an island after her mother dies, She meets Thayer, the grandson of the owner and the attraction is instant. But will the Summer fling end with promises or broken hearts? You have to read to find out and will not want to put the book down waiting to see if true love wins.
Sometimes you read a book and you know the characters and their story are so special and timeless, For Lia, Forever is one of those books. You are immediately drawn into Lila and Thayer’s summer of love as you experience their immediate attraction while at the same time they attempt to pretend they aren’t really affected by each other. You know their relationship is probably doomed from the start due to unknown secrets but you still hope that they will find their forever as the title suggests. Do your self a favor and one-click this book and while you are at it, be sure to “follow” this wonderful author. I can assure you, each of her books are worth the read.
I was given an ARC in exchange for an honest and totally voluntary review.
5.0 out of 5 starsReally romantic: young love that echoes shades of their families’ past
May 3, 2019
Format: Kindle Edition
Very romantic, with an almost perfect hero and a heroine who is first reluctant and then all in, ready to make huge sacrifices for her summer romance that totally changes the trajectory of her life. The author did a great job of keeping the story focussed on Lila and Thayer’s romance and its consequences, the good and the bad. I thought it worked really well that Renshaw highlighted the emotions and courtship while keeping the heat level down. I also liked the twist that brought their families’ past back to haunt Lila’s present. It’s well-written and the tearjerker moments are tempered by a super satisfying ending.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
Thayer and Lila’s story span more than ten years in this sweetly emotional second chance romance.
Young and in love, this couple was ruthlessly manipulated by family loyalty and desperation.
I loved the way Thayer never gave up on Lila, even though she abandoned him without an explanation.
Kudos to the author for this well written romantic story that focused on the strength of young love and the belief in “soul mates”.
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Good story with likable characters kept apart by endless obstacles. Liked the story a lot but there were a lot of “loose ends” flying around that weren’t addressed. If you don’t mind that, you’ll like this book. Nice romance but if extraneous “stuff” makes you crazy, give this one a miss. I enjoyed it once I got over needing answers. (I voluntarily reviewed an ARC).
Monumental! Ms Renshaw does it again, and again. This story, Thayer and Lila’s long and arduous journey, will stay with me for a very long time. A classic plot with lots of unexpected turns. Extraordinary. Unputdownable. A book not to be deleted, ever!
For Lila, Forever is a beautifully bittersweet tale that really pulled my heartstrings. Her and Thayer had a love story that just had to be told. Their tumultuous journey was fraught with turmoil and the odds were against them. But love finds a way when it is soul deep.
I really enjoyed reading this story and was astonished when I unexpectedly reached the end. I became totally absorbed in the story and was finished way too soon. An extremely enjoyable tale. 5 stars.
I must agree with the tag line on the cover, An Epic Love Story. The story of Lila and Thayer will take you on a journey spanning several years. Two young people from different backgrounds who fall in love and because of events beyond their control are separated and questions and secrets are unanswered. Thayer makes a vow to find Lila. As the title hints at it has always been Lila for him and forever. This is an emotional roller coaster of a story with all the feels one looks for in a great book. All Lila has ever wanted is Thayer. She is forced to make a decision. One that she wishes she didn’t have to. This book is also filled with some mystery along with twists and turns along the way. I could not put this book down. The connection Thayer and Lila have is so intense. I like that it is told from both POV’s and the way the book goes from past to present helps to understand everything they have gone through and how it affects their relationship. Really enjoyed the HEA!
A sweet heart-tugger in every sense, For Lila, Forever is a story that will climb into your soul and stir every memory of young love inside of it. Lila and Thayer’s budding relationship, trials and triumph is one for the books, and I enjoyed every word of their forbidden love affair. This is one of those times that I have to thank an author for the sleepless nights 😉 Loved it, Winter!
This is a beautifully written story about forbidden love and heartache and to never gave up hope.
Soul mates always find a way.
A wonderful romance.
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For Lila, Forever by Winter Renshaw is amazing read. captivating,interesting,emotional,touching,suspenseful and with twist and turn. it’s hard to put it down! what a book,what a read! well written,interesting characters with great chemistry.. another great book by the author well done!
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This newest release delivers the true meaning of romance. So sweet, steamy and swoon worthy that will have you wanting more. I loved the journey that Lila and Thayer endured from fresh love to heartache to finding each other again. Lots of drama, we’ll written storyline and a story that will have you falling in love with love. This is a definite recommend and one click from an author who doesn’t dissappoint.
What a wonderfully written story of young love, trials of life and a reunion that makes the heart melt. The characters are devine, the storyline so engrossing. This is the type of book you curl up in the most comfortable place and be ready to engross yourself in an epic love.
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This was a cute 2nd chance story. A bit predictable but that’s ok. I do feel a lot was missing from the book. So much time was spent in the past the present felt rushed. Just like that Thayer and Lila are back in love and live happily ever after? I wish there was more to it. Did Lila stay in touch with her 1/2 brother? Did MJ ever ask why her father missed the first 9 years of her life? What was it like with the grandfather? Lila visited so much in the beginning of the present chapters but then nothing? I just wish there was more to the story. I love a lot of Winters books, but unfortunately this one was one of my least favorites but only because she’s had so many great ones before. This one just felt rushed
So let me start of with I LOVE all of Winters books. I have been reviewing her books for a while now and I have never given any of her books lower than 4 stars. Shes one you should follow and read.
But any way I love the way the characters are written, Thayer comes from a rich family and lila doesnt but Thayer doesnt act like a rich snob he genuinely pays attention to Lila and wants to get to know her. Through the book there are some twist and manipulations that cause problems but it was a captivating read and it only took me one day to finished. I literally could not put it down. It was beautifully written and a truly epic love story. Of all the books I read and enjoyed by this author this has become one of my favorite to date. This book is highly recommended!
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I fell in love with this story right away and I just kept hoping that everything ended well for these two wonderful characters. I couldn’t put the book down and ended up reading it in one sitting.
Thayer is the most beautiful character both inside and out and he will do anything for the people he loves. He is very openminded, he is very positive and he can’t stand to se people being sad or being excluded because they are of lower standings.
Lila is also a very beautiful described character and she will also do anything for the people she loves. She on the other hand sees things from a more pessimistic side and doesn’t se herself worthy of Thayer. And she also makes assumptions about him before she knows him wich she quickly sees is wrong.
They love each other with all their hearts but gets ripped apart by circumstances beyond his knowledge. Can they find their way back to each other after 10 years apart and can everything be forgiven.
This is such a beautifully written lovestory and you are going to fell all the feels. It is an opposites attract romance but they just fit together so well!
These two are just so meant to be together and the title of this story makes so much sense when you read the book because it is such a beautiful gesture he makes to her.
I can definitely recommend this book.
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I really enjoyed reading this book. I loved the story of Lila and Thayer, our two characters where it starts as a summer romance. Of course the summer ends and there is always next summer. However, the next summer Thayer comes but Lila is not there. This is a great story of how life keeps going but you always remember that one special person that captures your heart. Of course this is not a quick road or an easy road but Thayer and Lila come back together to discover that they still love one another. This was not the story I had expected, it was co much better. I found myself hooked a few pages in, hard to put it down and looking for any excuse to pick it back up!
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One blissful summer Lila and Thayer find love. He’s the rich law student she’s the caretakers granddaughter, working with them. But Thayer’s grandfather has warned him away from her and to go against him is a risk to lose everything. Love is worth the risk. Until one year later and Thayer returns to find Lila gone. And no one knows where they went. It’s ten years until he finds her again. Can they survive the truth? A heartwarming book. Loved it but made my heart ache when they were apart.
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Loved this book!! This is an emotional book that had me hooked since the beginning. I was rooting for Lilah and Thayer to have their HEA! Their is a lot of lies and deceit going on behind the scenes with their family that Lilah and Thayer had to have their relationship in secret. You will feel their emotions with this book. This is a must read!!