Love and Hope, A Novel of Good and Evil

I am sorry, but the leading lady was so annoying, I couldn't stand her obssession with money, I don't care that after all itwas for a good cause.

And other thing I didn't like was that larger than life Montgomerys could be killed, they are heroe, no matter where or when.

And the mother going from I don't care a bit about you to I am going to save you, come on!!!!

Forever was a fun and interesting book. Many things stuck me as strange, but others kept me on the edge of my seat. The mystery in this book comes and goes. You would never know how it ends!! It teaches you evilness, kindness, hardship, loss, gain, and love. It is something I enjoy but not one I would read again and again.

I have been reading Jude Devereaux since the 80s, and I still have all the books she's written up until this one. The River Triolgy, the "four corners of America" Quartet, the Twin series--all are top notch, as are so many of her other books. Since the early 90s or so, Jude has done several "time travel" or even modern books, but most are so well-written, I didn't care that she was moving away from my favorite genre (historical). Sweet Liar was very modern but also became one of my favorites.
In the last few years, however, her writing style has not only been in "modern times" but has also been a little below par compared to her earlier works. High Tide really annoyed me, as I found both lead characters unlikeable, and the plot was so confusing and contrived that I had to force myself to finish the book. But still, when a new Jude Deveraux book came out, I would buy it, no questions asked. Until now.
I am still appalled that Ms. Deveraux could write a book that is so boring, contrived, and worst of all--violent! She brutally kills off two characters of the beloved Montgomery line, which to me is just asking to alienate the millions of readers who love the Montgomerys (and who, incidentally, have made her the very rich woman she is today). But the unforgivable, in my opinion, is her brutal treatment of children in this book. She writes about abusing, tortuting, and "doing away with" children in this book carelessly, as if we, as readers, shouldn't bat an eye at such doings. I'm sorry, but I don't want to read about child abuse in ANY book, but most certainly not in a ROMANCE novel! I was so stunned in reading those plot details that I thought to myself, "This woman must not have children, because no mother would be able to write about child abuse and death with such a cavalier attitude." Imagine my surprise when I turned to the back of the book and saw that she has a young son! Thinking of what she described in this book still makes me shiver.
I realize that some people like this kind of fantasy writing, where the characters are less developed and the plot is extremely far-fetched, but if this is what Ms. Deveraux will be writing from now on, she needs to no longer be categorized as a romance novelist. I will not waste any more money on a book from Ms. Deveraux unless she returns to her roots. If she wants to branch out and appeal to a new audience, so be it, but I believe she is going to lose a GREAT deal of her fan base with this change.

I love all of Jude Deveraux' novels. I have read all of them except the one that I plan to purchase tonight! Her stories always leave you with a warm "all is right with the world" feeling, and this one is no different. There is just enough magic to add spice but not enough to damage the book's "believablity". We can all relate to some aspect of her heroines and we all find her heros absolutely "delicious". Her characters all have very realistic characteristics and just the right mix of humor. Love it Jude!... Keep writing and I'll keep reading. These novels are a wonderful escape vehicle.

After years of enjoying this author's works, I purchased this book eagerly - only to be very disappointed. While I understand that this is a fantasy, the major characters are so unbelievable as to leave me cold. It was difficult to finish it - I was ready to toss it less than half way through.

The prologue begins with a decent opening, giving the reader the impression that he/she'll be in for a good fantasy ride. The build-up to the point of the story was OK, but a bit dragged out. Too much time was spent focusing on the usual attraction between the lead protagonists (Darci and Adam) and not enough on Darci's journey of discovery of her "supernatural abilities". The climax of the story when Darci is supposed to defeat the evil witch is too rushed. The reader is left wanting to see exactly how Darci eventually disposes of her and the life and death struggle that ensues. All in all, I found the story unbelievable and unrealistic.

I love Jude Deveraux. Since A Kight in Shinning Armor. I am a very loyal fan of hers, although I don't get her new books right away.
This is a very disappointing book. I could not get into the story. It was slow moving. Too much worthless details. I could not identify with the lead character.
I was just plain disappointed with this book.

I am reading Forever now and am more than halfway done.
I am somewhat disappointed that there is not much in the way
of magic to the story. The romance is somewhat plain.
I recommended A Knight in shining Armor to a friend but,
this one is nowhere near as good.

people well one person i read about saying something about premoting child abuse or something and killing off Montgomery character's. I did'nt see anywhere of her premoting child abuse are you okay lady? And i dont remember her killing off any montgomery's. She wrote a fantastic story and ya'll don't like it b/c it's modern and different that's crazy ya'll should'nt be putting down her stories like that b/c they are fantastic and different. Jude Deveraux is brilliant. And a fantastic writer. fantastic story!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I just dont understand all the bad feedback on this series of books,I loved everything about these books,I think Jude did a great job on them.And should have recived tons of 5 stars for these intertaining books in this series! LOVED THEM!

This trilogy takes you into another world. While the first book is the best one, you still have to read the entire trilogy to experience all the magic this story has to offer. The book starts out slow, but becomes hard to put down once you get into them.

I have read countless books by jude devreaux and I am usually quite pleased by them. The characters are always dynamic and the romances, while at times out of this world are always entertaining. I don't understand why these characters got together, they seem really ill-suited and the female protagonist was so wishy-washy and not very bright. She builds up the climax only to talk about it not as it is happening but after the fact!

I am very disappointed with this book. What kind of ending do you call what she did? Cheating the reader is what I call it. I've read many of Ms. Deveraux's books (Knight in Shining Armour) one of my all time favorites. Just my opinion, but she has done way better. At least complete the story don't just get to the end and summarize what happened. I won't buy another of her books that's for sure.

Decent begining and a fairly good middle bit.. I actually enjoyed read this book right up until the ending which was so thrown together and left so many things unanswered that I would hesitate to recommend the book.