A review by shereadstales
Late City Summer by Jeanette Bears

hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

Thanks to NetGalley and Bold Strokes Books for the digital galley of this one.

I’ve been spending some time in the nonfiction realm lately, but I’m back with a review for this one, thaaat’s been out since September. I’ve got backlist catchup goals for April, so hopefully posts will be more frequent.

Four years ago, Emily Stanton spent the summer in New York City with her cousin, and a friendship with a photographer turned to romance. Now, Emily is back to prepare for her wedding, and she’ll have to face the woman she left behind four years ago and the feelings that never went away. Kate Alessi has made progress with her photography business, but she never stopped loving Emily. Will she let Emily walk down the aisle, or take a chance on an unconventional love?

I read this one off and on for about a month. I’d pick it up in between chapters of nonfiction books. It’s a slow burn, but once it heats up, the flames don’t stop. Yesterday, I tore through the last 30-40% in one sitting and thoroughly enjoyed it. I love a good historical romance novel, but only if it’s queer, haha! I was endeared to the characters, rooting for them all the way. The supporting characters were fun, particularly Art and Allie, and I loved the epilogue.

All in all, a solid, historical read if you’re into that. Pick it up wherever you get your books.