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The Summer Girl
by Elle Kennedy
This book is the ultimate summer vibe—fun, flirty, and full of heart! Cassie and Tate completely steal the show with their sweet, swoony connection. I was hooked from their first awkward-yet-charming encounter to the slow burn that turned into full-on fireworks.
Cassie is so relatable as a college girl trying to figure herself out while reconnecting with family. She’s awkward in the cutest way, babbling around Tate because, let’s be honest, who wouldn’t when faced with Avalon Bay’s golden boy? And Tate? Sigh. He’s a lovable flirt with a heart of gold, trying to be the nice guy who won’t break her heart but failing miserably at resisting her.
The friends-to-lovers trope is done so well here. Their banter is adorable, the tension is real, and the spicy moments? Let’s just say Elle Kennedy knows how to turn up the heat (that window scene—whew).
The family drama added depth, though I wanted to shake some sense into Cassie’s mom a few times. Still, Cassie’s growth and the way she stands up for herself in the end were so satisfying to read.
Tate and Cassie’s story is light on angst, high on chemistry, and wrapped up in the perfect beach town setting. If you’re in the mood for a summer rom-com with heart, this one’s for you. Avalon Bay just keeps getting better!
Cassie is so relatable as a college girl trying to figure herself out while reconnecting with family. She’s awkward in the cutest way, babbling around Tate because, let’s be honest, who wouldn’t when faced with Avalon Bay’s golden boy? And Tate? Sigh. He’s a lovable flirt with a heart of gold, trying to be the nice guy who won’t break her heart but failing miserably at resisting her.
The friends-to-lovers trope is done so well here. Their banter is adorable, the tension is real, and the spicy moments? Let’s just say Elle Kennedy knows how to turn up the heat (that window scene—whew).
The family drama added depth, though I wanted to shake some sense into Cassie’s mom a few times. Still, Cassie’s growth and the way she stands up for herself in the end were so satisfying to read.
Tate and Cassie’s story is light on angst, high on chemistry, and wrapped up in the perfect beach town setting. If you’re in the mood for a summer rom-com with heart, this one’s for you. Avalon Bay just keeps getting better!