58 pages • 1 hour read
Jenny HanAlways and Forever, Lara Jean
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Always and Forever, Lara Jean by Jenny Han, Lara Jean navigates the final months of high school, dealing with college admissions, family dynamics, and her relationship with Peter. After discovering she didn’t get into UVA, she plans to transfer from William and Mary but later decides on UNC. The novel highlights themes of love, change, and growing up as Lara Jean faces her and Peter's uncertain future, culminating in them committing to a long-distance relationship.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Jenny Han's Always and Forever, Lara Jean is celebrated for its heartwarming romance and relatable portrayal of teenage life. Readers appreciate the growth of Lara Jean's character and the charm of her family dynamics. However, some feel the plot is predictable and lacks the intensity of the previous books. Overall, it offers a satisfying conclusion to the series.
Who Should Read Always and Forever, Lara Jean ?
Readers who would enjoy Always and Forever, Lara Jean by Jenny Han are typically young adults, especially those who appreciate heartwarming, coming-of-age romance stories. Fans of Stephanie Perkins’ Anna and the French Kiss and Rainbow Rowell’s Fangirl will find similar themes of love, self-discovery, and transition in Han's work.
RecommendedReading Age
13-18yearsLexile Level
HL700L