I received an Advance Reader Copy from the publisher. This in no way impacted on my view.

Mallory found her home when she was thirteen and adopted by loving parents. Moving from a horrible and abusive situation, to a caring and loving one was a big shock to the system, and one which has taken time to get used to. Now entering her last year of school, Mallory is ready to try mainstream education, rather than being home schooled. But on her first day, she finds her old knight in shining armour, Rider, who she thought was lost for good. Once everything to each other, after the events which lead to them leaving their old foster home, they've been separated, and the years haven't hidden their connection.

When I first started reading this book, I didn't look at the synopsis, so didn't really have a clue what it was about and was a bit shocked by how deep and dark it got. Honestly, I sort of expected a cutesy contemporary read, with a bit of angst, but not much substance. Instead, we see topics such as child abuse, gangs, drugs, death, and so much more. Mallory and Rider faced so much in their time in the foster system, and though they were in good homes now, their past had left it's scars - both physical and mental. I enjoyed this book, but don't know if it's right to say I liked it. I found I had to keep putting it down at times to digest the material, and focus on something more lighter, but all in all, I'm glad I read The Problem with Forever.

I honestly relate with Mallory. She has a hard time verbalizing her feelings an stuff and a little introverted I guess. She's sweet and kind and just the best character ever. And Rider. Oh my word. I just swooned. Too bad he's fictional. It just frustrating because he was introduced with a girlfriend but gives up everything for Mallory (soooo sweet ). The story was so-so but heart really broke, alright.

Unfortunately, I have not been able to read and review this book.

After losing and replacing my broken Kindle and getting a new phone I was unable to download the title again for review as it was no longer available on Netgalley.

I’m really sorry about this and hope that it won’t affect you allowing me to read and review your titles in the future.

Thank you so much for giving me this opportunity.
Natalie.

Already reviewed and feedback sent ages ago. Not sure why these are duplicating. But please find review content at my archived blog www.behindonbooks.wordpress.com

- Thanks! Sorry this is a little haphazard. Just trying to clear my Shelf here. :)

Jennifer L Armentrout has a skill for crafting relatable teenage characters, the kind we both root for and understand all at once.

Jennifer L. Armentrout is without a doubt one of my all time favourite authors. And to read a different genre written by her was something I wasn't going pass up on. It is no hidden truth through that I am not a huge fan of contemporary novels. I probably own 5/6. But The Problem with Forever was different, gripping and eye opening.

I am not well versed with PTSD, foster care etc. I'm not, but to some level I do resonate with Mallory, in the sense of having anxiety when it comes to standing up in front of the class to do speeches or presentations. I hate that shit, so much. I could feel to some degree the tension and emotions she felt in speech class. I still do when I just think about any upcoming presentation, and it sucks.

Jennifer has done an amazing job to bring this book to life. Such topics should not be taken lightly and is one where some people turn a blind eye to. I read to lose myself from reality, but some realities cannot be hidden from and need to be shown to all, especially when people are suffering. There was so much character development especially with Mallory - shy, has PTSD and decided to go to public school for the last year of high school. Rider - protector, burdened with everyone's grief and has lost hope with everything. But what happened when two long lost friends reunite on the first day back to school? It was heartbreaking, absolutely tear inducing scenes, yes, plural.

Supporting character where amazing, I loved Hector, Jayden, Ainsley, Rosa and Carl. Despite Carl being a bit of a douche to Rider, you understand where he's coming from, and why he acts as such. SO HEARTBREAKING! It is quite hard to review a book that has really gotten to you. That has shown you not everything is black and white. That there will be ups and downs! And most importantly, that you will always have friends and family who will see the best in you, as long as you believe in yourself. This book shows the harsh reality of PTSD, the learning of acceptance of ones flaws, but most importantly learning that forever is whatever you make it to be. For Mallory and Rider, it's just the beginning.

Another stunning book from Jennifer Armentrout, who never fails to deliver on story, characterisation and originality!

Jennifer Armentrout delivers a gorgeous contemporary book that tackles mental health. I simply adored this book!

Jennifer is one of those authors that I've been aware of for years, and have wanted to read a book from, but just have never gotten round to it, so I grabbed the chance to when I saw this on NetGalley. I wasn't expecting much, but I still ended up feeling a bit disappointed by the end of it. The premise isn't my favourite but I would've expected someone like Armentrout to make it entertaining, and it never was. The romance wasn't anything special at all, and it wasn't even funny at times, just sad but with no substance.

I had hear nothing but amazing things about this author and her books and I wasn't sure if this book was going to live up to that hype but it definitely did