Every Summer After | By: Carley Fortune

This book tells the story of Persephone “Percy” and Sam, childhood friends who have had an intense secret kept them apart for the past 12 years. One cozy weekend with a messy reunion will set up their chance to resolve the past, but that is easier said than done. With extreme popularity, this book is soon to be released as a TV series. Add an unforgettable spark to your summer by reading this novel.

The Summer I Turned Pretty | By: Jenny Han

This first book in a trilogy follows an East Coast summer and the developing romantic tensions between a group of childhood friends. The main character, Belly, is unable to decide which brother, Jeremiah or Conrad, her heart is leading her to. With such success as books, the trilogy was adapted into a show. Reading this tastefully written, whirlwind plot will make your summer feel infinite.

The Summer of Broken Rules | By: K.L. Walter

Centered around a massive game of “Assassin” played on a family vacation home, a week-long tradition paves the way for Meredith to partner with Wit Witry and form a secret alliance. Lying low and fooling around, secrets are uncovered and their pact starts to waver. How can two broken people come together? Narrated by Meredith, this story creates an escape to a fun-filled, adventurous summer of self-discovery. 

Summer in the City | By: Alex Aster

Taking place in New York City, this story follows a screenplay writer, Elle, and Parker, a tech billionaire. Elle is facing a massive writer’s block when she moves in next to the billionaire bachelor. When the twos’ issues both have a common solution, the two quickly create a pact. But when their opposing personalities clash, but their moments create a connection, can it be ignored? This novel is refreshing and will bring the “city sparkle” to your summer.

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