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Just for the Summer Paperback – April 2, 2024
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This witty, slow-burn rom-com is the "ideal beach read." --Elle
Justin has a curse, and thanks to a Reddit thread, it's now all over the internet. Every woman he dates goes on to find their soul mate the second they break up. When a woman slides into his DMs with the same problem, they come up with a plan: They'll date each other and break up. Their curses will cancel each other’s out, and they’ll both go on to find the love of their lives. It’s a bonkers idea… and it just might work.
Emma hadn't planned that her next assignment as a traveling nurse would be in Minnesota, but she and her best friend agree that dating Justin is too good of an opportunity to pass up, especially when they get to rent an adorable cottage on a private island on Lake Minnetonka.
It's supposed to be a quick fling, just for the summer. But when Emma's toxic mother shows up and Justin has to assume guardianship of his three siblings, they're suddenly navigating a lot more than they expected--including catching real feelings for each other. What if this time Fate has actually brought the perfect pair together?
- Print length432 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateApril 2, 2024
- Dimensions5.43 x 1.34 x 8.19 inches
- ISBN-101538704439
- ISBN-13978-1538704431
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“Abby Jimenez has proven time and time again to be one of our must-read writers.”―Cosmopolitan
“An emotional tour de force.” ―Publishers Weekly, starred review
“With a perfect sense of literary aplomb and an abundance of deliciously sharp wit, Jimenez continues on an extraordinary upward trajectory with another gorgeously crafted contemporary romance. From moments of irresistible comic charm (a date with rescue kittens from the Bitty Kitty Brigade) to a compelling and compassionate story line that deftly and delicately deals with the impact of trauma on a person’s emotional and physical well-being, Jimenez expertly balances humor and heart in this sublimely satisfying love story.”―Booklist, starred review
“The beloved Abby Jimenez gives ‘it’s just a fling!’ a whole new meaning in this ideal beach read… Far more layered than its breezy, beautiful cover might suggest, JUST FOR THE SUMMER is yet another hit.”―Elle
This witty, emotion-filled novel from Jimenez isn’t one to just read, it’s one to sink into.―Library Journal, starred review
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- Publisher : Forever (April 2, 2024)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 432 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1538704439
- ISBN-13 : 978-1538704431
- Item Weight : 13 ounces
- Dimensions : 5.43 x 1.34 x 8.19 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #25 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #4 in Contemporary Women Fiction
- #12 in Romantic Comedy (Books)
- #26 in Contemporary Romance (Books)
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About the author
Abby Jimenez is a Food Network winner, New York Times best selling author, and recipient of the 2022 Minnesota Book Award for her novel Life's Too Short. Abby founded Nadia Cakes out of her home kitchen back in 2007. The bakery has since gone on to win numerous Food Network competitions and, like her books, has amassed an international following.
Abby loves a good romance, coffee, doglets, and not leaving the house.
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The story follows Emma, a woman who is constantly on the move. She didn’t have the best childhood, so she prefers to take temporary jobs and travel around the country with her best friend. One day, Emma reads an AITA post and relates to the guy - every time he dates someone, the next person they meet ends up being their soulmate. The same thing seems to happen to Emma every time, so the two bond over DMs and text messages. It’s not long before Emma and Justin make a plan - they’ll go on a few dates with each other and break both of their dating curses. But once they meet face-to-face, that plan begins to crumble. Not only do they get along way better than either could’ve anticipated, but keeping things fun and easy is impossible to do when both of their messy families get involved. Soon, Justin and Emma are falling for each other in a very real way, which could cause trouble for them both.
I loved the concept of two strangers who bond over DMs and messages before connecting in person, and the epistolary element was great. Justin and Emma both know they’re not in the right headspace for something real, but that’s not what they ever intended to be for each other. Their relationship developed so naturally, and it was easy to see how perfect they were for each other. I was laughing, smiling, and swooning right along with them, especially since Justin is such a fantastic man. He’s so steady and cuddly and adorable, even though he’s barely keeping his head above water. It’s definitely a case of meeting the right person at the absolute worst time, which ratchets up the tension in a major way. Emma is such a complicated character, but I loved her too. After six books, I’m never surprised when Jimenez emotionally devastates me with her twists and turns, but I was still taken aback by how much it hurt this time. It’s not a story I’ll be forgetting anytime soon, it’s both entertaining and impactful. I loved it!
Audio note: The audio is fabulous, highly recommended in the format! The epistolary element at the beginning is almost duet-style, so I had my fingers crossed that it would be that way throughout (it’s not), but both narrators give excellent, emotive performances. I’m not familiar with Christine Laken, but I loved her voice and the emotion she was able to infuse into the story. There were a couple of instances where it was difficult to tell who she was voicing, but that would be my only complaint. This is the best I’ve ever heard Zachary Webber, he gives an incredibly strong performance. The runtime (11-12 hours) was just slightly more than I could get through in a single day, but I could not wait to dive back in. There’s a very minimal amount of spice, so no worries there if you plan to listen at work - just be aware that you might start crying at any time, lol. All in all, I’m very glad I was able to experience the story in that format.
I liked Justin as the main male character. He is portrayed as strong, caring, devoted to the people he loves, and having a great sense of humor. Emma was an okay main female character. I did enjoy the other characters such as Emma's best friend, Maddy, and Justin's siblings and friends. I was stuck on whether to rate this a 3.5 or 4. I went with a solid four stars.
☆ 4 stars
I particularly enjoyed the incorporation of the Reddit post, which added a hilarious and authentic touch. The recurring question of "Am I the A-hole?" provided a delightful comic element throughout the story. Jimenez's storytelling prowess truly shines here, seamlessly blending humor with moments that evoked genuine tears from me.
What struck me most was the seamless connection to the first book, "Part of Your World." It prompted me to revisit the earlier story, realizing how much I had forgotten. Upon rereading both books, I found myself even more enamored with "Just for the Summer."
Our international book club had a riveting discussion about the characters, particularly Amber, whose complexity led us to ponder whether she was a narcissist, bipolar, or a blend of both. The depth and believability of the characters sparked conversations as if they were real individuals rather than fictional creations.
Experiencing the book through both Kindle and Audible, narrated by Christine Lakin and Zachary Weber, was a treat. Both narrators brought the story to life with their exceptional talent, enhancing the overall experience.
I wholeheartedly recommend any book penned by Abby Jimenez. Her storytelling prowess and ability to craft multidimensional characters make her a must-read author for me.
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Emma ended up in foster care as a child but was ultimately fortunate to find herself in a supportive foster home that adored her and wanted to adopt her. However, Emma wasn’t ready to give up on her mother and didn’t want to be adopted. Emma and her best friend Maddy, both nurses, travel around taking different work assignments all over the country. They usually stay in one place for three months and seek out interesting places to stay. On a whim, Emma and Maddy decide to comment on a post by Justin on Reddit, leading to an exchange of banter between Emma and Justin. This interaction makes Emma consider traveling to Minnesota for the summer to see if they can break their mutual curse of dating people only to find out the last person they dated found their soulmate.
The storyline is entertaining but also explores the difficult topics of trauma from being abandoned as a child and striving to live a full life despite it.
Having had a difficult childhood myself, I could really relate to Emma's desire to be small and invisible. I thought this was portrayed in a very authentic manner.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and can’t wait for my copy to arrive, as this book is definitely a keeper. My biggest dilemma now is waiting for the author's next book – UGH.
The way I had to refrain from reading this book because I didn’t want it to finish was crazy.
I loved every single part of this story: the romance, the friendship and particularly Emma’s self growth.
(everything but you Amber)
The epilogue had me cackling. I can already tell I’m gonna miss them so much.
This book was written so well! The story just flowed with ease. The characters carried so much depth and were brought to life by the great writing.
This book had me laughing out loud at times and was also squishing my heart in a vice. There was trauma portrayed throughout this book, but I feel the author depicted with a raw sensitivity that helped you to really connect and empathise with these characters.
I loved Emma & Justin!! The chemistry and emotion between them was *chef's kiss*
Thoroughly enjoyed this book!
The book had everything: great start with fun meet-cute, great banter which had me grinning like an idiot, adorable characters, real protagonists with real backgrounds, relatable yet original challenges and of course a great love story.
Reviewed in Germany on April 3, 2024
The book had everything: great start with fun meet-cute, great banter which had me grinning like an idiot, adorable characters, real protagonists with real backgrounds, relatable yet original challenges and of course a great love story.