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Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez

784 reviews

melmmoore's review against another edition

4.0

emotional hopeful 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

That feeling of wanting to be small, not be noticed, take care of yourself so you don't burden those who are supposed to take care of you is one I'm familiar with although not as drastic as what Emma feels. Jimenez did a good job describing the feeling and it's origin.

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wellreadandhalfdead's review against another edition

4.5

emotional funny reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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starrynightcap's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous challenging emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective sad 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

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thepennyyouleftbehind's review against another edition

3.0

emotional informative sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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paulabekkerus's review against another edition

4.5

emotional funny hopeful reflective sad medium-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

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aannaemelie's review against another edition

4.5

medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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ottercorg's review against another edition

4.5

emotional funny reflective tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Book Club read for July 💕

There are exactly two things I didn't like about this book, which account for the loss of 1/4 of a star each. First, name dropping your cupcake bakery in the book you're writing just makes me cringe. Second, the prison plotline was so jarring it just ended up being funny. I fully understand the purpose it served for the rest of the story and it's certainly unique, but every time it was mentioned it took me out of the story.

And as for the story, I really liked this. I was a bit apprehensive going into it because...well, I don't really know why, actually. But I fell into Justin and Emma's story hook, line, and sinker.

I loved Justin's character, I resonated with pieces of Emma (EMDR girlies represent), I loved the portrayal of Maddy's friendship and nearly-sisterhood with her, and I even liked the siblings.

A good read that gave me butterflies.

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hannahdamigo's review against another edition

4.75

emotional hopeful 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

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plogkr's review against another edition

5.0

challenging emotional funny hopeful reflective sad tense medium-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

This book shows what it is actually like to fall in love. Heavy on realness, light on grand gestures. It's about a relationship blooming in between every day obligations and complications. The story shows how trauma can ripple through lives and what it means to heal and meet people where they are.

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ollyreads_972's review against another edition

4.25

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

I try to resist BookTok recs… but I’m weak. This was my first Abby Jimenez, and I waited for summer to read it.

It’s more than just a sweet romance. What stood out most to me was how it explores family trauma and emotional healing. Both characters carry deep wounds, and the story never brushes over that. Justin is such a green flag (patient, safe, steady) and the way he gently helped Emma come out of her shell was so comforting to read.

Abby Jimenez did a good job depicting mental health, especially the quiet, internal struggles that come with complex PTSD. The representation felt accurate and respectful, particularly in Emma’s journey. I appreciated that we actually got to see her before and after starting counseling.

If I had one small regret, it’s that we didn’t get more insight into Justin’s relationship with his mom. It was clearly significant, but not explored as much as I hoped.

The ending wrapped up a bit quickly for me, but overall, this was thoughtful, kind, and really satisfying. Definitely glad I gave in to the hype.

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