A review by kteliza28
Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez

emotional funny fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Really enjoyed the connection between Justin and Emma and the unconventional way they came together. The love story was really beautiful and made me smile a lot. It was a fun read with quirky, mundane, and relatable things. I like how most of what Justin and Emma did together was pretty ordinary and not always over the top. Being from the Midwest and familiar with MN, it felt like their relationship made sense with the landscape.
An issue I have with their story is how Justin had literally zero flaws. And Emma has one huge one that seemingly gets resolved when her best friend says one simple thing to her about her mental health. That’s when the story began to feel rushed to the conclusion. I felt the pacing of the romance moved too quickly as well, especially for Emma who is a self proclaimed runner that never forms deep romantic connections. Just seemed a little out of place. Otherwise I really enjoyed this book!
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