When Summer Ends is a young adult contemporary romance novel written by Jessica Pennington, set to be released on April 9, 2019. I received a digital ARC through NetGalley and the publisher, Tor Forge – McMillan, in exchange for an honest review.

This review is spoiler-free.

ARC REVIEW: When Summer Ends by Jessica Pennington

I requested this book because I love reading swooning romance, whether it’s a YA or adult contemporary (or fantasy) novel. While I’m not familiar with the author, the cute cover and description won me over, and I read this book in 48 hours because—yes!—it was that good.

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Synopsis:

About this book, When Summer Ends:

Publication date: April 9, 2019

Publisher: Tor Forge – McMillan

Genre: YA Contemporary (Romance)

Author: Jessica Pennington

Source: I was provided a copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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Review:

Disclaimer: This review doesn’t contain any spoilers, and the opinions expressed are my own.

The story starts with a series of events that pushes the characters out of their comfort zones. Seventeen-year-old Aiden, the all-star pitcher and golden boy, is forced to quit baseball because he is losing his vision. As for Olivia, she loses her dream internship along with her long-time boyfriend within a few days, and as if it was not enough, her mother resurfaces after years of disappearance.

Their lives are broken beyond repair, and they need to adjust their plan. Instead of baseball camp or an amazing internship, they both end up working at the same place for the summer. As the protagonists spend time together, they challenge each other, discover more about themselves, and develop an unlikely friendship/love.

I loved how the characters complemented each other; as the reader, I ended up rooting for them. They deal with their issues in their own way, and I liked how they tried to make the best of their situation despite everything. They were inspiring. Even though the characters dealt with life-changing issues, the story was still light-hearted thanks to the discoveries and adventures they had with each other.

I highly recommend this book to all fans of Kasie West or Sarah Dessen. You will laugh, swoon, and cry with the characters. This is a great read!

Rating: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️

Fans of Kasie West and Sarah Dessen, stop here! This is your next read. You will laugh, you will cry, and you will swoon. This is a feel good book that you will devour in one sitting. I highly recommend it.

Thank you, Jessica Pennington, Tor Forge-McMillan, and NetGalley for letting read this beautiful story!

Also one of the amazing book bloggers, Kristi at Confession of a YA Reader, created an awesome playlist for this book, check it out. Looking for even more great books? Check out my Spring 2019 List for more ideas.

Happy Reading!

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