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bookdevouringmisfit's review against another edition
4.0
Thank you book for being hella cute and making feel all sorts of happy feelings.
akristinab's review against another edition
3.0
Maybe it's because I haven't been reading many YA novels lately, but Cassidy's petty problems really got on my nerves. Like the girl knows better and yet continues to make the same mistake. She almost blew it with a really great guy, for a total jerk. Bryan though, so sweet. I was really surprised that he wasn't cynical about his predicament (which may have had to do with all the time that past but it was still a nice surprise.) The ending in my opinion could of been a lot better and left less to the imagination, but I guess we're just left hoping that it all works out.
maggiemaggio's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book. I also liked the other Robin Constantine book I read that no one else liked so maybe she's just an author I connect with? Even outside of the romance (which I liked), I enjoyed both of these characters' stories so much. I am not close to anyone who is in a wheelchair, but I thought Bryan's transition to this new way of life was so raw and authentic. Also, the secondary characters (family, friends) were excellent and well rounded. This is a great, substantive summer romance.
kimching232's review against another edition
3.0
Actual rating: 3.5 stars
The Season of You and Me is the perfect beach read - it's a light, fluffy and quick read. Everything screams at me that I should be loving this book because I am a sucker for light contemporary beach reads, but the thing is, I just couldn't connect with the characters and the story. Maybe it's because it reminds me too much of [b:Summer of Sloane|22537367|Summer of Sloane|Erin L. Schneider|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1438372060s/22537367.jpg|41989158], although I know that it wasn't any of the authors' intention. Or maybe it's because I am annoyed by the repeated use of #wheelchairperk. I don't know which one it is, but I didn't enjoy this as much as I thought I would.
The Season of You and Me is about a girl who spends the whole summer with her father and his wife in New Jersey to get over Gavin, the guy who cheated on her. There, she gets to spend time with her half-brother Hunter. She also goes to work in Camp Matinee, where she meets Bryan, Tori, Wade, and the rest of the merry band.
What I loved about this book is how amazing Cass' relationship with her father and his new family is. She's completely close with her half-brother Hunter, and even goes out of her way to spend time with him. Hunter also completely adores her, and loves it when she's around. Leslie, her father's new wife, is not just civil with her, but treats her like family; Cass, on the other hand, doesn't have any negative feelings towards Leslie. Leslie and Cass' mom are also friends - not civil, not hating on each other, but friends who hug each other. I guess these types of families are usually shown as messy and full of hatred that it was refreshing to see something like this. Although they obviously are not so close and friendly with each other to make it seem annoying and unrealistic.
I guess that's it. I don't really have much to say about this book other than that, which is why I have a hard time with giving this more stars. My mind is telling me that I sohuld love this because it's the type of read that I usually really love, but this one just didn't make me feel anything at all. That's why I couldn't give this more stars. Anyway, you guys should still read this book though, since I think I'm just being the black sheep here.
The Season of You and Me is the perfect beach read - it's a light, fluffy and quick read. Everything screams at me that I should be loving this book because I am a sucker for light contemporary beach reads, but the thing is, I just couldn't connect with the characters and the story. Maybe it's because it reminds me too much of [b:Summer of Sloane|22537367|Summer of Sloane|Erin L. Schneider|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1438372060s/22537367.jpg|41989158], although I know that it wasn't any of the authors' intention. Or maybe it's because I am annoyed by the repeated use of #wheelchairperk. I don't know which one it is, but I didn't enjoy this as much as I thought I would.
The Season of You and Me is about a girl who spends the whole summer with her father and his wife in New Jersey to get over Gavin, the guy who cheated on her. There, she gets to spend time with her half-brother Hunter. She also goes to work in Camp Matinee, where she meets Bryan, Tori, Wade, and the rest of the merry band.
What I loved about this book is how amazing Cass' relationship with her father and his new family is. She's completely close with her half-brother Hunter, and even goes out of her way to spend time with him. Hunter also completely adores her, and loves it when she's around. Leslie, her father's new wife, is not just civil with her, but treats her like family; Cass, on the other hand, doesn't have any negative feelings towards Leslie. Leslie and Cass' mom are also friends - not civil, not hating on each other, but friends who hug each other. I guess these types of families are usually shown as messy and full of hatred that it was refreshing to see something like this. Although they obviously are not so close and friendly with each other to make it seem annoying and unrealistic.
I guess that's it. I don't really have much to say about this book other than that, which is why I have a hard time with giving this more stars. My mind is telling me that I sohuld love this because it's the type of read that I usually really love, but this one just didn't make me feel anything at all. That's why I couldn't give this more stars. Anyway, you guys should still read this book though, since I think I'm just being the black sheep here.
angelreads's review against another edition
4.0
Ah, my heart. This book. It's been on my TBR since before it was published and I finally picked it up. Hopefully a full review to come.
taylorreadsbooks's review against another edition
3.0
I received this book from EpicReads!
The Season of You and Me is the story of Cassidy Emmerich and Brian Lakewood and the summer before their senior year. Cassidy is coming off of a horrible break up and has decided that in order to forget her cheating ex she must make this summer unforgettable. So in a way that is totally not running and hiding, she decides to spend the summer with her estranged father, her step mother and her 6 year old half brother at their bed and breakfast along the Jersey Shore. She lands a job as the newest counselor at Camp Manatee and meets Bryan Lakewood. Two years prior Bryan was paralyzed in an accident and now requires the use of a wheelchair. No more surfing, no more skateboarding, but returning as a counselor to Camp Manatee is something Bryan is determined to do, in spite of those who don’t think he’s quite up for the job. Told in alternating POVs – Cass is expecting two months dealing with heartbreak and Bryan is expecting a summer of tough adjustments. Neither of them is expecting to fall in love.
I don’t usually read a lot of YA contemporary, but this was actually a really cute story. I really related to the characters. Most if not all girls have experienced the ridiculous drama that surrounds dating in high school and while I may not be paralyzed I am dependent on medication and occasional steroid injections for chronic lower back pain and can sympathize with no longer being able to do the things you used to love. I watch people running on the treadmill at the gym with the same envy as Bryan watching his friends surfing. I am in NO WAY comparing my pain with someone who has loss the use of his or her legs, not at all. Not even close. It just made it easier to relate to Bryan missing surfing and makes me more grateful for the things I can still do that he can’t. I liked getting to read from Bryan’s POV, it was nice and educational getting to be inside the mind of a paraplegic- fictional or not. He had a very positive attitude considering losing the use of his legs at age 15. He has a sense of humor about his condition, like with his t-shirts and #wheelchairperks. His one outlet of joy is his black Dodge Charger that has been modified so that he can drive it. With the exception of a few, he has a great support group in his friends and family. His friendship with Cassidy is sweet. I wish real life could work that way. I like how she never second guesses becoming friends with someone that is disabled, something that Bryan has had to deal with more then once. The summer spent in Crest Haven was a great choice for Cassidy, she was taken in by a new group of friends and with their help was able to heal from her breakup. Plus she got to spend more time with her dad and fam, and her relationship with her little brother was sweet.
He snuggled his head against my shoulder. “Cassidy?” “Yes?” “Can I just call you…sister? Not half sister?” His voice was so innocent, my heart melted. I gave him a kiss on the forehead. “As long as I can call you brother”
This is the perfect light happy summer read. Its got great families, fun friends, young love, and the ocean. What more could you want in a contemporary young adult novel?
I really enjoyed Robin Constantine’s writing and look forward to reading her other books The Promise of Amazing and The Secrets of Attraction! Thank again Epic Reads for sending me an great read!
The Season of You and Me is the story of Cassidy Emmerich and Brian Lakewood and the summer before their senior year. Cassidy is coming off of a horrible break up and has decided that in order to forget her cheating ex she must make this summer unforgettable. So in a way that is totally not running and hiding, she decides to spend the summer with her estranged father, her step mother and her 6 year old half brother at their bed and breakfast along the Jersey Shore. She lands a job as the newest counselor at Camp Manatee and meets Bryan Lakewood. Two years prior Bryan was paralyzed in an accident and now requires the use of a wheelchair. No more surfing, no more skateboarding, but returning as a counselor to Camp Manatee is something Bryan is determined to do, in spite of those who don’t think he’s quite up for the job. Told in alternating POVs – Cass is expecting two months dealing with heartbreak and Bryan is expecting a summer of tough adjustments. Neither of them is expecting to fall in love.
I don’t usually read a lot of YA contemporary, but this was actually a really cute story. I really related to the characters. Most if not all girls have experienced the ridiculous drama that surrounds dating in high school and while I may not be paralyzed I am dependent on medication and occasional steroid injections for chronic lower back pain and can sympathize with no longer being able to do the things you used to love. I watch people running on the treadmill at the gym with the same envy as Bryan watching his friends surfing. I am in NO WAY comparing my pain with someone who has loss the use of his or her legs, not at all. Not even close. It just made it easier to relate to Bryan missing surfing and makes me more grateful for the things I can still do that he can’t. I liked getting to read from Bryan’s POV, it was nice and educational getting to be inside the mind of a paraplegic- fictional or not. He had a very positive attitude considering losing the use of his legs at age 15. He has a sense of humor about his condition, like with his t-shirts and #wheelchairperks. His one outlet of joy is his black Dodge Charger that has been modified so that he can drive it. With the exception of a few, he has a great support group in his friends and family. His friendship with Cassidy is sweet. I wish real life could work that way. I like how she never second guesses becoming friends with someone that is disabled, something that Bryan has had to deal with more then once. The summer spent in Crest Haven was a great choice for Cassidy, she was taken in by a new group of friends and with their help was able to heal from her breakup. Plus she got to spend more time with her dad and fam, and her relationship with her little brother was sweet.
He snuggled his head against my shoulder. “Cassidy?” “Yes?” “Can I just call you…sister? Not half sister?” His voice was so innocent, my heart melted. I gave him a kiss on the forehead. “As long as I can call you brother”
This is the perfect light happy summer read. Its got great families, fun friends, young love, and the ocean. What more could you want in a contemporary young adult novel?
I really enjoyed Robin Constantine’s writing and look forward to reading her other books The Promise of Amazing and The Secrets of Attraction! Thank again Epic Reads for sending me an great read!