A review by yapha
Second Chance Summer by Sarah Kapit

emotional funny hopeful reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

It is not uncommon for friendships to fall apart when kids reach 4th, 5th, and 6th grade. That doesn't make it easier on the kids going through it though. Maddie was looking forward to a fresh start at summer camp, focusing on screenwriting, away from the embarrassment of the school year. She is really upset when her former best friend Chloe ends up not only at camp but in the same cabin. Chloe isn't particularly happy to see Maddie either, but she doesn't really understand why Maddie is so mad at her. Told in alternating view points, this book will resonate with kids going through their own friendship issues, especially musical theater lovers. Recommended for grades 4 & up. 

eARC provided by publisher via Edelweiss