Until Next Summer by Ali Brady
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Web ID: 19875982A must read!
Wow, just wow. I am a first-time reader of [author:Ali Brady|21834049], and I was blown away. [book:Until Next Summer|199373689] takes you on a journey of self-discovery, belonging, connection, community, and relationships. Jessie and Hillary were best friends who looked forward to summers together at Camp Chickawah. A rift between Jessie and Hillary keeps them apart for ten years, that is until Jessie finds out the Valentines are selling the property. Jessie organizes one last summer with an “adult camp”. Previous campers come back, including Hillary, to relive the good ole' days. There are many things I loved about this book: the beautiful story telling around what camp should be for kids and the hard work that goes into providing a safe and fun environment. The sense of community, traditions, and “being camp people”. The female friendships, empowerment, and breaking away from labels, gender roles, and expectations that keep you from being your true authentic self. The character growth. But the thing I loved the most about this story, is how the characters show the beauty of healing in safe spaces. You will laugh, cry, and have all the feels. And the Bib reference #iykyk
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nostalgic and heartwarming
Until Next Summer by Ali Brady is a nostalgic and heartwarming novel that takes readers back to the cherished days of summer camp. This story follows Jessie and Hillary, former best friends who reunite at an adults-only summer camp to save their beloved Camp Chickawah from being sold. What I Loved: Character Development: Jessie and Hillary’s journey from estranged friends to allies is beautifully portrayed. Their personal growth and the rekindling of their friendship are central to the story, making it both relatable and touching. Setting: The vivid descriptions of Camp Chickawah and the nostalgic camp activities create a rich and immersive setting. The adult summer camp concept adds a unique twist, blending childhood memories with adult experiences. Themes: The novel explores themes of friendship, forgiveness, and the importance of preserving cherished memories. The emotional depth of these themes adds a layer of poignancy to the story. Overall, Until Next Summer is a delightful and evocative read that will resonate with anyone who has fond memories of summer camp. Ali Brady delivers a story full of love, laughter, and nostalgia, making it a perfect read for fans of contemporary romance and women’s fiction. Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4/5)
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All the summer feels!
Old besties Jessie and Hillary reunite after years apart as Camp Chickawah, the place they met and bonded at is about to be sold and close for good. They mend fences over wonderful memories and unite to save the camp, each finding romance with past campers, Luke, the broody author, and Cooper the camp chef. Until Next Summer was full of nostalgia, looking back at the good times of summer, even if you didn’t do camp as a youngster. The story makes me remember summer vacations by the lake, swimming, boating, campfires, smores, and fun getting away from it all! I enjoyed both Jessie and Hillary’s journey back to friends and sorting out their lives along the way! This is the perfect feel-good, summer read! I voluntarily read an advanced readers copy courtesy of the publisher. My thoughts and opinions are my own.
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A Fantastic Beach Read Filled With Humor, Friends
Camp Chickawah has been Jessie’s refuge for two decades, first as a camper and eventually as the director. The news the camp is being sold devastates her. Author Ali Brady delivers a heart-tugging tale in Until Next Summer. The title perfectly fits with the story, representing the phrase campers use when leaving at the end of the summer, indicating the adventures will continue. The setting delivers a nostalgic look at summer camp and childhood memories of team-building activities, campfires, and a feeling of freedom. To cope with the impending sale, Jessie invites past campers for an adult camp. Reunited with her teen best friend, Hillary, the two revisit the glories of camp. Along the way, they each discover unexpected sources of romance. Structured with a dual point of view, the story effectively develops the four main characters, each of whom is drawn to the camp for different reasons. Together, they illustrate the value of second chances in a wonderfully engaging way. Until Next Summer provides all the ingredients for a fantastic beach read filled with humor, friendship, and romance. ~ Amy for Novels Alive
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Summer Camp
What a pleasant surprise, this book was unexpectedly good. It was a pleasure to read. It brought back so many memories of sleepaway camp. Two old friends meet up after ten years of not speaking It took a while for their friendship to rekindle, but it did. this book is a terrific HEA. Thank you Berkley Publishing for the advanced copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Read This Book.
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Perfect Summer Read
I absolutely adored this story of former camp attendees reuniting to save a piece of their childhood for future generations. It’s the perfect summer read, filled with second chance romance, second chance friendship, and a lot of funny shenanigans. This book is guaranteed to bring back sweet memories of long summer days and will have you rooting for Jessie and Hillary to save beautiful Camp Chickawah. 4.5⭐️ Thank you to NetGalley, Shelf Awareness and Berkley Publishing Group, Berkley for this complimentary ARC. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
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