A review by mari1532
We'll Always Have Summer by Jenny Han

adventurous emotional funny lighthearted reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

I read this audiobook through my library via Libby. 

Brief Summary: Belly is in college and is in love. However, after learning some disturbing information she returns to the only place she has truly felt herself, Cousins. As she tries to understand events and how to move forward, she must also listen to her heart.

Thoughts:  I enjoyed this book a little more than the second one, but I still think the first book in the series is my favourite. I loved Laurel in this book. She is the true hero of the series and I honestly have no notes on her behaviour throughout the book. I would love it if she got her romance novel and got a new chance at love, especially after her children are out of the house. 

A testament to Han's writing is that Belly is such a unique form of hot mess that can only happen for someone transitioning into adulthood. In many ways, I identified with Belly as she was trying to navigate a relationship that hit a rough patch, but because I am older I was also yelling at her to listen to her mom and her friends. 

Overall, I was happy with the conclusion to this series.  

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