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wolfstar98's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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? No
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
clareasday's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Infidelity
Minor: Abortion, Abandonment, and Miscarriage
pianokeys's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Miscarriage, Alcohol, Body shaming, Cursing, Panic attacks/disorders, and Sexual content
kamreher's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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
4.25
enjoyable read, not quite predictable, still believable, favorite of the series tbh.
spice 🌶 - a 4.5 🌶 spicy
length - just right, but like. it could be 1000 pages and I would want to consume more.
reading speed - read in 3 days
did it make me cry? - lil bit
did it make me cry? - lil bit
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Emotional abuse
kirareadssometimes's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Tate is that perfect kind of popular, goofy, kind and extremely sweet guy that I just knew I would love after about 10 pages. Cassie started out a bit too “quirky” but the more the book went on the more her character developed and she became more realistic. Their story was sweet, full of summery energy, and had the feeling of youthful freedom. The least spicy of the 3 books.
Cassie’s mom is a narcissistic bitch who has a serious mental illness and needs actual help. I’m glad Cassie broke contact with her and the book didn’t end with them reconciling.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Sexual content
Moderate: Classism, Infidelity, Abortion, and Body shaming
readers_sea's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-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
5.0
LOVED CASSIE AND TATE SO MUCH!!!
This summer fling friends to lovers romance was seriously so much fun! I loved the summer vibes and the banter between Cassie and Tate. The friendships between the side characters were also so much fun. Cassie and Tate had a spark from the beginning and when Tate decides a friendship would be better, he impulsively offers to be Cassie's wingman for the summer. As things start heating up, Tate realizes that is not what they want at all and agrees to a summer fling with Cassie. Cassie is only here for the summer and is heading back to school afterward, so she wasn't looking for anything serious but her connection with Tate completely shocked her.
This book was so fun and easy to read! I was fully engaged the whole time and looking forward to where the characters would end up next. Their connection and ease together had me swooning! The drama was also giving! There were moments that truly had my jaw on the floor and I loved every minute of it.
Such a fun read and cannot wait for more in this small town.
This summer fling friends to lovers romance was seriously so much fun! I loved the summer vibes and the banter between Cassie and Tate. The friendships between the side characters were also so much fun. Cassie and Tate had a spark from the beginning and when Tate decides a friendship would be better, he impulsively offers to be Cassie's wingman for the summer. As things start heating up, Tate realizes that is not what they want at all and agrees to a summer fling with Cassie. Cassie is only here for the summer and is heading back to school afterward, so she wasn't looking for anything serious but her connection with Tate completely shocked her.
This book was so fun and easy to read! I was fully engaged the whole time and looking forward to where the characters would end up next. Their connection and ease together had me swooning! The drama was also giving! There were moments that truly had my jaw on the floor and I loved every minute of it.
Such a fun read and cannot wait for more in this small town.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual content, and Body shaming
Moderate: Panic attacks/disorders
Minor: Abortion, Infidelity, and Miscarriage
kelsimitchell's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Perfect ending to a perfect Avalon Bay trilogy. Loved these people and their stories!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Body shaming and Emotional abuse
Minor: Abortion, Miscarriage, and Infidelity
abookwanderer's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Revisiting Avalon Bay is always a nice way to spend a day or two. And The Summer Girl, the third installment in the Avalon Bay series by Elle Kennedy, was everything I wanted it to be and more! Fun, romantic, and surprising, I didn’t want Cassie and Tate’s story to end.
If you’ve read the previous two books in the series—Good Girl Complex and Bad Girl Reputation—you’ll recognize many of the characters. While Cassie is a new addition, Tate has appeared as a side character in the other books. And our lead characters from the first two books are here, as well, since this group of friends is a close one. But like Cassie, we have several new side characters, who only enhance the story. I can’t help wondering who the next book will be about when a side character makes an appearance in a scene. While reading the previous books is not necessary, I highly recommend them!
I adored the setting of The Summer Girl. Not only the setting of Avalon Bay with it’s beachside campfires, but having Cassie and Tate be neighbors for the summer. It led to so many romantic encounters, including one particularly steamy scene that will remain quite memorable.
In this dual point of view romance, Cassie and Tate are beautifully flawed, enigmatic characters. Their chemistry leaps off the page, and they just make sense together. Cassie is kind, to a fault, and Tate, try as he might, can’t resist Cassie. I enjoyed their push and pull, and watching as Tate battled with himself. It’s a sweet friends-to-lovers story!
There is a surprise twist I didn’t see coming, mostly because I was just reading for enjoyment, not thinking too hard about where the story was heading. I wasn’t too sure how I felt about it at first, but Kennedy weaved it so expertly into the existing story, it made the ending that much more satisfying.
There’s plenty to love in this one: beachside parties, late-night chats, magical boat rides, and a local Beach Games event that had me cheering for the characters. If you’re a fan of Elle Kennedy or simply a fan of summer romances, you’ll enjoy The Summer Girl!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you to St. Martin’s Griffin and Netgalley for providing me with an advance copy.
Check out my review and playlist at A Book Wanderer
If you’ve read the previous two books in the series—Good Girl Complex and Bad Girl Reputation—you’ll recognize many of the characters. While Cassie is a new addition, Tate has appeared as a side character in the other books. And our lead characters from the first two books are here, as well, since this group of friends is a close one. But like Cassie, we have several new side characters, who only enhance the story. I can’t help wondering who the next book will be about when a side character makes an appearance in a scene. While reading the previous books is not necessary, I highly recommend them!
I adored the setting of The Summer Girl. Not only the setting of Avalon Bay with it’s beachside campfires, but having Cassie and Tate be neighbors for the summer. It led to so many romantic encounters, including one particularly steamy scene that will remain quite memorable.
In this dual point of view romance, Cassie and Tate are beautifully flawed, enigmatic characters. Their chemistry leaps off the page, and they just make sense together. Cassie is kind, to a fault, and Tate, try as he might, can’t resist Cassie. I enjoyed their push and pull, and watching as Tate battled with himself. It’s a sweet friends-to-lovers story!
There is a surprise twist I didn’t see coming, mostly because I was just reading for enjoyment, not thinking too hard about where the story was heading. I wasn’t too sure how I felt about it at first, but Kennedy weaved it so expertly into the existing story, it made the ending that much more satisfying.
There’s plenty to love in this one: beachside parties, late-night chats, magical boat rides, and a local Beach Games event that had me cheering for the characters. If you’re a fan of Elle Kennedy or simply a fan of summer romances, you’ll enjoy The Summer Girl!
I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you to St. Martin’s Griffin and Netgalley for providing me with an advance copy.
Check out my review and playlist at A Book Wanderer
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Toxic relationship
Minor: Infidelity, Abortion, and Miscarriage
nutmegvotour's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
This is a great friends to lovers beach read. The MCs have great chemistry and both have their own unique personality and back story. I will be honest and say I didn’t love the Male MC but I loved the two together. You can definitely enjoy this book without reading and other Avalon Bay books. I had not read the others in the series. I would definitely recommend this book and I will be checking out other books by Elle Kennedy.
The audiobook is lovely and I found that I did enjoy the performances of the narrators both at regular speed and at 1.25 which I accidentally had it on for a while.
Thank you MacMillan Audio and NetGalley for The ALC.
The audiobook is lovely and I found that I did enjoy the performances of the narrators both at regular speed and at 1.25 which I accidentally had it on for a while.
Thank you MacMillan Audio and NetGalley for The ALC.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Sexual content, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Infidelity, Panic attacks/disorders, Miscarriage, and Abortion
Minor: Biphobia
kimberlianne's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
The Summer Girl by Elle Kennedy is the third Avalon Bay book. This is the follow up to Bad Girl Reputation, which I previously reviewed If you’ve read any of the Avalon Bay books, you’ll be sure to see old friends like the Hartley twins, Mac, and Gen.
I received an ARC for the audiobook from NetGalley. The Summer Girl is dual POV and is narrated by Caitlin Elizabeth and Teddy Hamilton. What I love about this series is that each of the books has different narrators, giving all the MCs their own voice. I really loved the narration of this book and felt drawn into Avalon Bay. Their timing and delivery of every line felt perfect.
I really liked Bad Girl Reputation, but I LOVED The Summer Girl. While Evan and Gen were rough around the edges, Cassie and Tate were pure SUNSHINE for me. I am all about the book boyfriend, but I honestly have no idea who I love more, Cassie or Tate.
Cassie is spending a full summer in Avalon Bay for the first time in years. She’s navigating her fraught relationship with her mother, her uncomfortable relationship with her dad and his new family, making new friends at the behest of her grandmother, and even looking for a summer fling. Enter Tate Bartlett. Fresh out of a friends with benefits situation (where Cassie watches him get dumped,) Tate is just looking to have a great time this summer. From the beginning, the banter and ease with these two were spectacular, but Tate decides to Friend Zone Cassie because she’s not the kind of girl you fling. As their friendship grows, so do the obvious sparks and the two can no longer keep away from each other.
Tate is like the most lovable F-Boy ever. He is super hot, charming AF, a sailing instructor, and is good with kids. He’s a good friend, trustworthy, has a great relationship with his parents, and calls his 2 dogs his kids. What I love the most about him is that he teaches Cassie to set boundaries and encourages her to share her feelings with her parents. He genuinely cares about her and when she’s hurt, he’s hurt.
Cassie is so endearing with her positive attitude and looking for the silver lining in every situation. Her awkward rambling makes me love her so much more. She is incredibly sweet and wants nothing more than to be loved by the people that she loves. I love that she starts to take more ownership of her feelings and her life.
Cassie and Tate are so good together and when they’re together it’s 🔥🔥. I felt like this book had less heat, but more heart than the previous book. Don’t get me wrong, there was plenty of spice, and I found myself so caught up in the story. Cassie and Tate are my new favorite summer couple. I loved them so much I started listening to the book again!
I received an ARC for the audiobook from NetGalley. The Summer Girl is dual POV and is narrated by Caitlin Elizabeth and Teddy Hamilton. What I love about this series is that each of the books has different narrators, giving all the MCs their own voice. I really loved the narration of this book and felt drawn into Avalon Bay. Their timing and delivery of every line felt perfect.
I really liked Bad Girl Reputation, but I LOVED The Summer Girl. While Evan and Gen were rough around the edges, Cassie and Tate were pure SUNSHINE for me. I am all about the book boyfriend, but I honestly have no idea who I love more, Cassie or Tate.
Cassie is spending a full summer in Avalon Bay for the first time in years. She’s navigating her fraught relationship with her mother, her uncomfortable relationship with her dad and his new family, making new friends at the behest of her grandmother, and even looking for a summer fling. Enter Tate Bartlett. Fresh out of a friends with benefits situation (where Cassie watches him get dumped,) Tate is just looking to have a great time this summer. From the beginning, the banter and ease with these two were spectacular, but Tate decides to Friend Zone Cassie because she’s not the kind of girl you fling. As their friendship grows, so do the obvious sparks and the two can no longer keep away from each other.
Tate is like the most lovable F-Boy ever. He is super hot, charming AF, a sailing instructor, and is good with kids. He’s a good friend, trustworthy, has a great relationship with his parents, and calls his 2 dogs his kids. What I love the most about him is that he teaches Cassie to set boundaries and encourages her to share her feelings with her parents. He genuinely cares about her and when she’s hurt, he’s hurt.
Cassie is so endearing with her positive attitude and looking for the silver lining in every situation. Her awkward rambling makes me love her so much more. She is incredibly sweet and wants nothing more than to be loved by the people that she loves. I love that she starts to take more ownership of her feelings and her life.
Cassie and Tate are so good together and when they’re together it’s 🔥🔥. I felt like this book had less heat, but more heart than the previous book. Don’t get me wrong, there was plenty of spice, and I found myself so caught up in the story. Cassie and Tate are my new favorite summer couple. I loved them so much I started listening to the book again!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content