Closed doors hide a multitude of secrets. Who knows what goes on behind them, but who would love to find out?In this sexy MMF, military romance, Gia Jefferson must combine a hectic life as mother, author, but also wife to not one but two officers in the US Army. Inside her home, her love for two men can flourish, but when the outside intrudes, that’s when trouble brews. A disastrous deployment … brews.
A disastrous deployment changes the family dynamic in ways that no one could foresee. With one mate suffering from severe PTSD, and the other attempting to dissemble a corruption racket within the ranks, Gia is left to flounder until her men make her realize that she is, and always will be, FOREVER THEIRS.
Dive into this eight-hundred page saga that reveals what happens once the happily ever after is over…
(This book was originally a part of THE LUCK OF LOVE series but has been re-covered, re-edited, and has bonus content added.)
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3.5 stars
When committed couple, Lucas and Josh, need a surrogate, Gia ends up being the woman for them (in more ways than one). None of the three ever expected the possibility of a relationship, an intimate, loving, relationship happening between the three.
I have to qualify first, by saying that MMF ménages are one of my favorite kinds of relationships to read, BUT, only if the the emotional and the physical connection between all three is well-balanced. At first, I didn’t think this balance was there. It started off with lots of steamy scenes, but the emotional aspect was lacking for me, especially the one with Gia. But eventually, the three got there, the there where I felt like they loved each other as much as they wanted each other. It took a long time to get there, and there was a lot of, I felt, unnecessary drama and stuff going on that made them take so long, once they got there I started enjoying Forever Theirs. All in all, this was mostly an enjoyable ménage, but it was too long and I do think that there were some loose threads that were never solved.
Loved it, great steamy romantic drama
Forever Theirs is a long but fast paced and steamy MMF/MM romantic drama that spans just over a year in the lives of Gia, Luke and Josh. The story opens 6 year into Gia (28 or 26, her age changed) and her partners, Luke who identifies as bi, and Josh who identifies as gay, relationship. Josh and Luke are both in their mid’/late 40s and are high ranking officers in the Army. They have a genius daughter, Lexie age 5, who Josh is the biological father of.
Josh and Luke had been together for 15 years when they decided they wanted to start a family. Gia was their chosen surrogate. When they met, they just clicked. For Josh, who spent years trying to not be gay, Gia is the first women he has ever been attracted to. The 3s relationship goes from business, to a strong and tight friendship, to falling in love over the 7 months they were trying to have a baby together.
Gia is an control freak, though she doesn’t see it. Her life revolves around her child, her two husbands, her home and her secret career as a successful LGTB author.
Josh is a Brigadier General who is heavily involved in national security. He is an OCD control freak, which makes him very good at his job, which consumes most of his time. It is not uncommon for him to have to spend the night on base or be called in at any time.
Luke is a Lieutenant Colonel with the MPs and a specialty in international hostage negotiations. Luke is a more sensitive man, with a more laid back personality. While he is home most nights with Gia and Lexie, he too can be called away with no warning.
Gia, Luke and Josh’s relationships is about to be tested in ways that threaten to tear them apart. Starting with Gia and Luke struggle with having a baby together. Luke’s family, his father in particular, inability to accept his relationship with Gia and Josh and treatment of their daughter. His upcoming deployment, which ends in sever injury and him facing an less than honorable discharge. His struggle with PTSD.
Josh works tirelessly in clearing Luke’s name, where he spends even less time at home. Leaving Gia to deal with Luke’s physical recovery, depression and nightmares. The more Josh digs the worse things become. A the level of corruption he uncovers, could put his unconventional family in danger.
Gia begins to feel the strain of all the pressure she puts her self under. She understands Josh’s job but resents it. She understands what Luke needs, but is struggling with how to help, when he doesn’t seem to want it. She struggles with the secrets but has her own that she refuses to share.
Each of their pasts color their present and threaten their future. Each trial they face, shreds their bond a little more. They have a tight bond and love each other. They are willing to fight for each other.
Great story. Loved Gia, Josh and Luke. A nice happily for now ending. Bonus epilogue of family therapy, set 3 months after the end, was a nice addition to their story.
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The story was different from the typical MMF (for me), as the triad is already in an established relationship. It explores what happens beyond the HEA. Luke, Josh, and Gia are dealing with a myriad of issues. The complexities of reality have the trio fighting for a relationship that falls outside the so called norm. Add to that a mystery entwined throughout the story. I was in for the long haul, which was my only issue with the book. It perhaps would have benefitted from some more editing. I enjoyed the story overall, it’s a MMF with heart and depth.
I love this book, but be forewarned… it requires a significant time investment. It feels very long. If you’re like me, you may be looking for shorter things to whip through.
However, if you can dedicate the time to read this, you will NOT regret it. The relationships and the family are pre-established, which can break up marathons of “girl meets guy/guys/maybe a woman/aliens?/probably royalty” very nicely.
Well done!
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I found this book to be quite interesting – the flow of the story was nice and I appreciated the flashback scenes which helped my understanding of the history of relationship between Josh, Gia and Luke.
Gia is awesome and seriously strong to put up with them!
I did get a bit confused about some moments before a new flashback would lead in and explain it.
Great book and definitely recommend it if you like a realistic plot with twists and turns and really engage you in a story.
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A book that is different than most MMF that I have read this deals with what could happen in this kind of situation. I still think somethings where left unanswered almost like there should be a book to follow this one. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
A special story of two military career men fell in love an had to hide their relationship.But when it became legal they didn’t flaunt their relationship but we’re happy then they decided to find a top place to find the woman that would give them the baby they wanted.After interviewing a few women then in walks Gia.She took them completely by surprise.Luke wanted Gia from the moment her laid eyes on him.And watching his liver he felt that draw too.With twist and turns will keep you riveted until the very last page.I love the way this amazing author brings the characters to life before your eyes.I can hardly wait to see what’s next by this multi talented author.
I really did enjoy this book but it did drag a little bit in places but overall this was a good read with a good interesting plot and super characters. I really enjoyed getting to know Luke, Josh and Gia this is a really good and sweet unique story with plenty of twists this is well worth a read I am looking forward to reading more in the future.
Wow this book was amazingly written. Once I started I couldn’t put it down till I was finished. This book has twists and turns you don’t know what’s happening. will they all get there happily ever after or will it all go wrong. To find out what happens go buy the book. You won’t be disappointed I wasn’t.
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This book had my attention from start to finish. The story is well written and the characters puts you in awe. It engulfs you and takes you along on their journey and as the story unfolds, you are taken on this emotional rollercoaster with all of the story twist and turns.
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I really liked that this was not just a happy all the time story. I enjoyed all the ups and downs and that in the end there was a beautiful HEA. I also enjoyed the chemistry between Josh, Luke and Gia. The steamy scenes were very good and I enjoyed that they were part of the story not all of the story.
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I enjoyed this military romance! It’s a different MMF story that really digs into relationships, trust, secrets and sharing. I liked the characters in this story. They are unique and surprising twists and turns in this story but overall it’s a good story with a lot going on. I really liked Luke, Josh and Gia! She starts out as a surrogate for them but feelings develop between the three and it becomes so much more.
I love ménage, poly, and RH books. That said, I prefer the female be the core of the group. In this book, I think if she wasn’t there, they wouldn’t have missed her. I know this was also 4 books combined-unfortunately, as others have said, editing was needed to blend them together seamlessly. You can tell with the repetition it was separate them stuck together. All that said, this is a wonderful author whose writing is really good overall.
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An amazing, heartfelt, emotional read that includes a tough topic! The book drew me in right from the start! Totally hooked! What a roller coaster ride of emotions. Excellent characters and story premise.
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This book has some repetition in this long book. The two guys are in a relationship and they add a woman to the mix. At times it does feel like she is a third wheel and not really part of the relationship. There are a lot of emotions and drama that go with the trio in their work and personal lives. Overall it is a good story and written well. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I really enjoyed this book and these characters. I feel like it was a fully realized story and I loved that we got to see the main characters as parents (very rare in a romance!). I will admit to feeling a bit lost in the first part since it picks up after the characters get together and we don’t see that part of their story until 2/3rds of the way in. But, overall, I really loved it!
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I really enjoyed this book! The characters are all so relatable and it was nice to see how they dealt with the challenges they were faced with. I loved the characters so much and I especially loved their love for each other. I’ve read all of Serena Akeroyd’s work and this, like her other books, does not disappoint. I highly recommend this book, it brings all the feels, the steam, and I sincerely enjoyed everything about this book.
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This is one of those books that quickly draws you in and has you wanting to know what will happen next. This book has all the elements of a great story; the storyline is intriguing, the characters are richly layered and believable, not to mention the rollercoaster of emotions. This is an angsty at times heartbreaking story, but ultimately, the story is about love and family. A great story worth reading.
Serena, you do not disappoint! Another series of yours that I’ve fallen in love with! Need some steamy romance in your life? Pick up Forever Theirs and you will not be disappointed.
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This read was hot and it was fantastic I loved the characters and the whole story just touched me and I couldn’t put it down
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