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A review by amanda_reads13
This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Lucy hooks up with a cute guy she meets at restaurant in PEI only to discover it is her best friends brother, the off limits brother. 5 years later, when Bridget flees Toronto, Lucy has to finally face her true feelings.
This was a super cute story. Yes, it was a romance between Lucy and Felix, but I loved that Bridget and Lucy's friendship was just as important to the story. It was such a fun and heartwarming read.
The setting plays such a big role throughout the story. PEI is its own character. It add so much charm and heart to the story. The vivid descriptions make me want to get on a plane asap.
Bridget and Lucy met 7 years ago and their friendship bloomed. They are there for each other through thick and thin. I am not surprised that Bridgetwas so upset about moving, but theirs is a friendship that could survive the distance. I honestly guessed that this was the big secret early on, it was pretty obvious to me. If it wasn't her relationship in trouble, there was nothing else it could have been. I adore their relationship. I really want a Bridget in Australia book now.
Lucy and Felix are electric. There are meant to be, end game. There is a fair bit of miscommunication between them. I wish they would have talked more about their relationship and been honest with Bridget. I get that they were afraid of telling her and worried that the other didn't feel the same, but communication is key. I actually really liked the slow progression of their relationship. Yes, there was a tone of physical chemistry, but there was always an emotional element to them as well. They are drawn to one another and no matter the distance or obstacles, they always find their way back.
I am actually really glad thatthey took a break from their relationship. Lucy really needed to find herself and take care of her needs/self. She had to grieve her aunt's passing and Bridget moving and figure out what she really wanted before throwing herself into a relationship.
The ending was adorable and everything I wanted for these two.
Tropes: best friends brother, forbidden-ish, friends-to-lover, secret romance
This was a super cute story. Yes, it was a romance between Lucy and Felix, but I loved that Bridget and Lucy's friendship was just as important to the story. It was such a fun and heartwarming read.
The setting plays such a big role throughout the story. PEI is its own character. It add so much charm and heart to the story. The vivid descriptions make me want to get on a plane asap.
Bridget and Lucy met 7 years ago and their friendship bloomed. They are there for each other through thick and thin. I am not surprised that Bridget
Lucy and Felix are electric. There are meant to be, end game. There is a fair bit of miscommunication between them. I wish they would have talked more about their relationship and been honest with Bridget. I get that they were afraid of telling her and worried that the other didn't feel the same, but communication is key. I actually really liked the slow progression of their relationship. Yes, there was a tone of physical chemistry, but there was always an emotional element to them as well. They are drawn to one another and no matter the distance or obstacles, they always find their way back.
I am actually really glad that
The ending was adorable and everything I wanted for these two.
Tropes: best friends brother, forbidden-ish, friends-to-lover, secret romance
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Grief