A review by johnaaron
Summer of '69 by Elin Hilderbrand

emotional lighthearted reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

I love a family drama, and Summer of ‘69 is a fantastic family drama that also adds historical context. Set in Nantucket in the summer of 1969, the strong female members of this family navigate their own personal struggles in a country that’s battling many of its own. Real world events like the Vietnam war, the moon landing, and civil rights are important themes in the storylines of the characters. I really enjoyed this book, and I truly felt like reading it was an escape to another place… Perhaps an escape to Nantucket in the summer of 1969. 
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