Forever Twelve

Forever Twelve, Book 1

By: Stacy McAnulty

Narrated by: Elena Rey

What if you were twelve for all of eternity? From the award-winning author of The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl comes a magical mystery about a group of kids who have been alive for hundreds of years.

At the elite West Archer Academy, all the students are gifted, but four are exceptional. Though the Evers look twelve, they're actually centuries old, possessing knowledge and talents that make them extraordinary. And boarding school is the perfect cover for their brilliance—and their secret.

It's supposed to be a typical year in the anything-but-typical lives of these "kids"...until Ivy Stewart shows up. She resembles an Ever who went missing more than seventy years ago. And Ivy could be the key to unlocking their curse.

But ambitious Ivy is at West Archer to achieve her own extraordinary goals, and nothing will distract her. Or so she thinks! With the desperate Evers determined to find answers, and her former classmate—and laid-back cool guy—Ronan determined to protect her, Ivy soon finds herself swept up in a mystery only she can solve.

Will her life be changed forever...and ever?

©2023 Stacy McAnulty (P)2023 Listening Library

Critic reviews

"A unique, mesmerizing mystery!"—Kelly Yang, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of New From Here and Front Desk

"An intriguing premise, complex characters, and a compelling mystery make for a series opener that will leave readers desperate for the next entry.... Fantastic."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"This book will appeal to fans of multiple perspectives and American history."—Booklist

Amazing story and narration

The story engaged and captivated my child all the way through. The author never disappoints and this book is now one of our new favorites.

The cliff hangers

I liked how I wanted to keep reading I already read “Never 13”. ( the next book in the series)

I loved how there was an awesome hook on every chapter!!

I loved all the characters and how I knew which were which and their personalities, definitely recommend!!