INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER “Weiner, the undisputed boss of the beach read, is back with another stunner.” —The New York Times “That Summer Is Your *IDEAL* Beach Read.” —Cosmopolitan Named a Most Anticipated Book of Spring 2021 by Marie Claire, Bustle, Good Morning America, CNN, PopSugar, Good Housekeeping, Frolic, Country Living, and Working Mother From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Big Summer comes another deliciously twisty novel of intrigue, secrets, and the transformative power of female friendship.Daisy Shoemaker can’t sleep. With a thriving cooking business, full schedule of volunteer work, and a beautiful home in the Philadelphia suburbs, she should be content. But her teenage daughter can be a handful, her husband can be distant, her work can feel trivial, and she has lots of acquaintances, but no real friends. Still, Daisy knows she’s got it good. So why is she up all night? While Daisy tries to identify the root of her dissatisfaction, she’s also receiving misdirected emails meant for a woman named Diana Starling, whose email address is just one punctuation mark away from her own. While Daisy’s driving carpools, Diana is chairing meetings. While Daisy’s making dinner, Diana’s making plans to reorganize corporations. Diana’s glamorous, sophisticated, single-lady life is miles away from Daisy’s simpler existence. When an apology leads to an invitation, the two women meet and become friends. But, as they get closer, we learn that their connection was not completely accidental. Who IS this other woman, and what does she want with Daisy? From the manicured Main Line of Philadelphia to the wild landscape of the Outer Cape, written with Jennifer Weiner’s signature wit and sharp observations,
That Summer is a story about surviving our pasts, confronting our futures, and the sustaining bonds of friendship.
That Summer: A Novel by Jennifer Weiner
Jennifer Weiner's "That Summer" is a captivating novel that explores the complexities of family, friendship, and self-discovery through the lens of one fateful summer. Set in the vibrant town of Cape Cod, the story centers around Daisy Maynard, a divorced mother who is struggling to find her footing in life.
As Daisy navigates the challenges of raising her two young daughters and dealing with her overbearing mother, she finds solace in the friendship of Ben, a charming and enigmatic man who has recently moved to town. Their connection deepens as they spend long summer days together, sharing laughter, secrets, and a growing sense of intimacy.
However, Daisy's past comes back to haunt her when her ex-husband, Nick, suddenly reappears, determined to win her back. Daisy finds herself torn between her desire for a stable family and the allure of the new life she is building with Ben. As the summer progresses, she must confront her fears, make difficult choices, and ultimately decide what kind of future she wants for herself and her daughters.
"That Summer" is a poignant and heartwarming exploration of the complexities of modern relationships. Weiner deftly captures the nuances of Daisy's journey as she navigates the challenges of single motherhood, rekindling old flames, and finding new love. With its rich character development, evocative setting, and thought-provoking themes, this novel is sure to resonate with readers long after they finish the last page.
