I truly enjoyed reading these short novellas. Learning about Carmine and his friendship to Nicholas was important. Having read Sempre, it was nice to have questions about certain characters answered.Forever warmed my heart for so many reasons. I was happy to read more about my favorite characters and their families a few years after Sempre Redemption.Yes, I'm trying to keep this short review spoiler free. But, let's just say, if you are a fan of this series, then you must read Friends & Forever by J.M. Darhower.This series is most definitely one of my favorites! Awesome little glimpses into the Sempre world. Friends explores the frienship between Carmine DeMarco and Nicholas Barlow. The events that turn them from best friends to enemies are revealed. The second portion of the novella jumps into the future where you catch a glimpse of Haven, Carmine and their little princess, daughter, Maura. A slice of happily ever after for the couple. Just a note for all you Sempre fans... did you happen to pick up on the date of the Forever portion of the novella? It takes place Halloween, not sure what year, but something happens on November 1 that Darhower leaves dangling and I don't believe this is by accident. Loved it and always leaves me wanting more, more, more!
What do You think about Friends & Forever (2000)?
That Halloween short was the cutest thing! "Princess of pizza" I can't handle it!
—b1ucus99
More Carmine and Trick or treating at Corrados house..yes please!
—Ents
Forever was just a perfect ending to the series...
—lexlegasse
