Over the years, with changes that have come about in our society, the author has had to include a brief disclaimer in newer editions of the book. She explains that when the book first came out, teenagers� biggest threat when it came to sex was an unwanted pregnancy. Nowadays, the threat of AIDS has dramatically changed the way teenagers and the population in general protect themselves during sex. The author has had to recommend that anyone (particularly teenagers, since they are the intended audience for the novel) planning on having sex is urged to become well-informed before doing so. She goes on to provide a number where the reader may call to express any questions or concerns. Despite all this, the book continues to be attacked and continues to fight for its place on libraries� bookshelves.
Parents have attacked it, expressing that it depicts teenagers "committing sins," but teenagers applaud it due to its honesty and openess in matters in which they feel it is of utmost importance to be well-informed. Teenagers recommend it as "one of the most honest books on teen sexuality" and say that Judy Blume writes it "straight from the heart."
Blume, Judy. 1975. Forever. New York: Simon & Schuster, Inc. ISBN: 0-671
69530-4.
