Proof of Forever

Reviewed by: Ann Marie Townsend - South Berwick Public Library, South Berwick, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: March 8, 2016

Review

This is a young adult novel about four 17-year-old girls who attend a summer camp reunion. Former best friends, when in a photo booth are sent back in time 2 years to have a second chance at their lost friendships. The story goes back and forth between the girls and is sometimes hard to keep track of who is who. This is a coming of age story, learning about themselves as they are 2 years older, exploring relationships, drinking, sexuality and motives. They have a week to "fix" the friendship and to get back to the present and be "changed" by this experience. There seemed to be more of a focus on romantic relationships than the friendship between the girls. The plot seemed a bit forced and did not quite come together as believable. A good light read for summertime. This should appeal to Sarah Dessen fans.

Overall Book Score: good