'Only and Forever' by Chloe Liese is the heartwarming conclusion to the 'Bergman Brothers' series, where readers are welcomed back into the fold of the beloved Bergman family. The book follows Viggo, the romantic dreamer of the siblings, as he navigates his own love story with Tallulah, a character who starts off as a bit prickly but evolves throughout the story. The writing style of Chloe Liese is described as a big, warm hug, with diverse representation, healthy communication, and important themes of mental health and chronic illness woven seamlessly into the narrative.

Characters:

The characters are well-developed, with Viggo embodying romance and Tallulah offering depth, while the supporting cast enhances the story's richness.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is warm and engaging, characterized by intimate dialogue and occasional explicit scenes.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot features characters navigating chaos in relationships, ultimately discovering their ideal partners, concluding with a heartwarming resolution.

Setting:

The setting centers around the Bergman family, fostering a sense of community and connection.

Pacing:

The pacing tends to be rushed, particularly in character development and transitions in relationships.

Notes:

The Bergman Brothers series features a cast of characters whose stories are interconnected as they meet during their journeys as lonely individuals.

The series revolves around themes of love, family, and finding the perfect match in unexpected people.

Viggo, a character described as the most romantic of the siblings, is the final brother to find his happily ever after (HEA).

Tallulah, who is paired with Viggo, is characterized as his opposite with a grumpy demeanor but a rich backstory.

The book explores representation of neurodivergence and chronic illness, particularly through Viggo's ADHD and Tallulah's diabetes.

The author, Chloe Liese, is praised for her authentic and relatable character portrayals, which resonate with readers.

Readers noted that the romantic buildup had moments that felt awkward or cringy, detracting from the overall experience.

The love story between Viggo and Tallulah includes themes of forced proximity and opposites attract, leading to a heartwarming romance.

The timeline of Viggo and Tallulah's relationship felt rushed, with some wishing for a longer development period.

The narration of the audiobook version is highly recommended by listeners for its quality.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include references to mental health issues, chronic illness, and explicit sexual content.

Has Romance?

The book features a strong romantic storyline, particularly the relationship between Viggo and Tallulah.

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From The Publisher:

It's a room-mance for the books in this tender, steamy story about unexpectedly finding love and being brave enough to let it revise life's narrative in the final book in the beloved Bergman Brothers series.

Viggo Bergman, hopeless romantic, is thoroughly weary of waiting for his happily ever after. But between opening a romance bookstore, running a romance book club, coaching kids' soccer, and adopting a household of pets-just maybe, he's overcommitted himself?-Viggo's chaotic life has made finding his forever love seem downright improbable.

Enter Tallulah Clarke, chilly cynic with a massive case of writer's block. Tallulah needs help with her thriller's romantic subplot. Viggo needs another pair of hands to keep his store afloat. So they agree to swap skills and cohabitate for convenience-his romance expertise to revive her book, her organizational prowess to salvage his store. They hardly get along, and they couldn't be more different, but who says roommate-coworkers need to be friends?

As they share a home and life, Tallulah and Viggo discover a connection that challenges everything they believe about love, and reveals the plot twist they never saw coming: happily ever after is here already, right under their roof.

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Only and Forever

Chloe Liese

Book 7 in the series:Bergman Brothers