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After diving into this book, I realised I should have explored the other Barry’s Bay novels first! Yet, it stands alone perfectly, so no worries if you haven’t read the others.

This was the ideal summer read, leaving me with a smile. It goes beyond just a summer tale; I feel it’s one of those books that will linger with me forever.

The author’s vivid portrayal of the setting made me yearn to be there. It felt so serene and picturesque.

Alice’s summer bucket list, which she embarks on with Charlie, made a delightful read.

Charlie is a complex character, with his traits skillfully balanced to avoid crossing from cocky to unpleasant. Alice is more introverted, often using her camera and photography as a shield, which was fascinating to explore.

I must admit, I anticipated the “twist” early on, but it didn’t diminish my enjoyment of the book at all.

I now can’t wait to try her other books!

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manthasbookstack's reviews 550 reviews

manthasbookstack's reviews
550 reviews