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The Summer I Turned Pretty

The Summer I Turned Pretty

Seagate Summers, 2011 by Jenny Han

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Description

The story focuses on a girl named Belly as she spends her summers at a beach house with her mother's best friend and her sons, Conrad and Jeremiah. Over the years, Belly develops feelings for Conrad and their relationship turns from friendship to something deeper. The novel explores themes of young love, heartbreak, and the complexities of growing up.
Age
11-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
900 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Heartfelt and relatable characters
  • Beautifully depicted summer setting
  • An exploration of young love and growing up
  • Engaging storyline