The imagery in this book was so beautiful. I felt like I was at the beach. 🩷

This book had it all- the beach, a cute friend group, drama, trauma, and first love. It is def YA. I hope this author considers writing something more adult next, maybe with a little spice, because the imagery and descriptive language would just be so good for a book like that.

I will def read whatever this author writes next as I really enjoyed the writing style.

Thank you to netgalley for this free advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

:･ﾟ✧:･ﾟThe ocean gives and the ocean takes :･ﾟ✧:･ﾟ

This story unfolds on the breathtaking Piper Island—a place that instantly wrapped itself around Quinn’s heart like the softest summer breeze. It became her haven, her safe place, her better-than-anything home. The ocean gifted her a first love that tasted like salt and sparkles, unforgettable memories painted in every shade of joy, friendships built under fireworks, stargazing that whispered dreams, and a sun-kissed glow that made her feel golden.

It also gave her something quieter—something heavier. A way to forget the ache of being left behind by the man who was supposed to stay. Her father’s absence was a shadow she carried, but Piper Island lit the path away from it.

But this last summer before college? It was different. The sky, once the color of Quinn’s wildest wishes, had turned a solemn gray. The flowers that used to sing in vibrant hues now sat wilted in their pots, like they too had forgotten how to bloom.

This was the summer for reckoning. The summer she stopped running. The summer she realized that happiness wasn’t something only found on an island surrounded by sea—it could be built anywhere, even within herself. That she didn’t have to be afraid to fall in love again.

This story is achingly emotional, like a love letter to every heart that’s ever been bruised but still beats with hope. And what’s true for Quinn is true for all of us—
We all deserve a rollercoaster. ♡

I didn't think I would like this book at first.
It was written past and present style. That's something that I am coming to like
This book is a 2nd chance romance with a slow burn. A style I like so much better than the insta attraction.
Wonderful characters that I enjoyed in getting to know.
People come and people go but family always stays? Not true. Especially friends that are for a season. Friends leave too.
I totally resonated with this book. It made me laugh and want to cry in some spots.
I really found myself enjoying this book and didn't want it to end.
I'll be looking for more from this author in the future. This book is a reminder that all of us has something that we need to overcome in order to move on.
5 stats for a job well done in keeping my attention all the way through. I highly recommend.
My thanks for a copy of this book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.

The Summers of Us completely swept me away. Taylor Crooks captured friendship, love, and growing up in such a real, heartfelt way. It felt nostalgic and raw, like you were living those summers right alongside the characters. I didn’t want it to end — such an emotional and beautiful story.

Quinn spends summers with her aunt, who is really closer to being a sister, and Blair’s daughter Hadley. Quinn spends her days with Haven, Holden, Everett, Mason and Jorge. These kids deal with hang overs, divorce, first kisses, and even death. This book did have a sad component, but I loved it! I would love to spend summers at the beach with shell necklaces, salt water taffy and all the things these kids got to enjoy!

Wow, wow, wow. This debut novel is so beautiful! ugh the teenage feels and summer vibes were EVERYTHING! i miss summer! this book felt like the embodiment of sunshine on your face and sand between your toes! the message of overcoming grief was sweet as can be. loved this one!

“You deserve a rollercoaster” simpler words have never held more meaning.

When Quinn’s dad leaves and her mom is left living in fear, Quinn has learned to play things on the safe side. Along the way she also unintentionally taught herself to keep love at arms length. Each summer after her dad left, she spends in a small beach town with her aunt Blair and baby cousin Hadley. She meets lifelong friends who teach her that even when family goes, friends can be forever. She seeks to find courage and happen to life instead of letting it happen to her.

However, when tragedy strikes, she realizes that while life gives, it also takes away. She has to learn how to keep on going in the midst of the uncertainty that brings. She learns to lean on those she loves and to not be afraid to fall in love (or at-least finally admit that she has).

This sweet story had me on a rollercoaster of emotions right along with her. This story was healing for me and I think it has the power to do the same for others.

Thank you Netgalley and Bookcomber Publishing for this ARC :)