Jennifer Weiner at her BEST!!! This is not a breezy summer beach read....it is soooooo much deeper. The author takes on BIG issues like fat shaming, bullying and social media pitfalls. Fans of Jennifer Weiner will absolutely devour this book. I would definitely suggest fans of chick lit read this one. Bravo Jennifer Weiner!!!!

Cute summer story. Felt like 2 different books. First half was more what I had in mind for JW and second half felt disconnected from what happened before. Overall a fun read.

Oh, Jennifer, I feel we are on a first name basis. Jennifer, you have done it again to me. This was an amazing wild ride! You cannot give too much detail or you will give it all away. First, when Jennifer Weiner writes a love scene it is always classy. But, my goodness, in this book, I felt like I needed a cigarette after it was over, and I have never ever smoked before. Then there is the sad story of our main character and what I liked to call the evil stepmother. That is what is wrong with us today, always being told if we are hungry we are winning. Growing up in a diet focused family I get it. Then there is a murder mystery too! This book has so much. The friend we think who loves us, but then acts like they are doing us a favor, the ability to come back from a terrible experience and shine. And also, I want this designer to be real, because I want her clothing line! I have been blogging about this book since I got it, and it is all I can talk about. Thank you to the author, the publisher, and Netgalley for the honor of reading this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Six years after the fight that ended their friendship, Daphne is shocked when Drue walks back into her life, with a massive favor to ask. Drue asks if she will be her maid-of-honor at the society wedding of the summer. Daphne is no longer the same sidekick she was back in high school. She’s build a life she loves, including a growing career as a plus-size influencer. Daphne, however, finds herself powerless as ever to resist her friend’s siren song.

HOLY CRAPY!!! First off how have I never read anything by this author!! This is such a hard book to review, because I do not want to ruin anything! The synopsis the book gives you is really only a portion of what the book is about! There is a massive twist that completely changes the book.

Daphne is a relatable character. She’s a strong character who projects positive body image. In a world where women are constantly trying to find perfection it was nice that the author created a female character that projected a positive role model. This book is discusses how society, especially social media, puts expectations on women to look and act a certain way. I thought this was genius to address these issues.

This is the perfect Summer read and you will NOT be disappointed!! Trust me - just buy it and don’t look back.

This book like all of Jennifer’s work is a masterpiece! I loved every single word on the pages! This is a must summer beach read or in our case lately a must stay at home on the couch with a glass of wine book!! Highly recommend!

Free from NetGalley | Out on May 5 - This is the perfect summer read with some substance, a likable main character and a mystery tied in.


Daphne is an instagram influencer that is working on growing her following. Out of the blue, her friend Drue from high school shows back up in her life and asks for a huge favor, to be a bridesmaid in her upcoming wedding. Even though Daphne is torn and Drue may not have been the greatest friend before, Daphne can’t say no. I really liked Daphne’s character and found her falling back into her friendship with Drue frustrating but relatable. This was a light read but had enough substance with the mystery/twist I wasn’t expecting that kept me turning the page.

Loved this book and was surprised by the ending. Many of us have had that one person we wanted approval of and wanted to be that person. Everyone struggles and no one is perfect. What you see on social media isn’t necessarily true, but is the self people want you to see.

This novel was not what I expected from Weiner, as it was fiction and mystery rolled into one. I enjoyed the journey of the protagonist, Daphne, and became very excited as the book worked its way toward the mystery revelation. I’ve enjoyed most books by this author and will continue to give her new ones a chance. Pretty good book and I enjoyed it, so 4/5 stars ⭐️.

5 out of 5 stars. Jennifer Weiner has done it again with a smart, engaging novel! Big Summer is destined to be BIG this summer (and spring)!

Daphne Berg, a plus size influencer, is hitting her stride on social media when her former best friend, rich girl Drue Cavanaugh, suddenly comes back in her life and asks Daphne to be a bridesmaid in her upcoming Cape Cod nuptials. Daphne reluctantly agrees and is soon back under Drue’s charming ways. On the Cape, the wedding weekend takes an unexpected turn and Daphne is left unraveling the surrounding mystery.

I loved this book and it was a perfect read during quarantine! Jennifer Weiner is able to develop characters who feel real and weaves an engaging story that keeps you flipping page after page!

Thank you to Jennifer Weiner, Atria Books, and Netgalley for providing me with an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

#NetGalley #BigSummer

Daphne is a plus sized influencer and I love that. She reluctantly agrees to be in one of her sort of friends wedding even though they have some bad blood.
The book moved slowly for me and I found it boring. Also, the flashbacks at time would make the book confusing.

Thank you to the publisher for the opportunity to read this ARC! I’ve read everything Jennifer Weiner has written so was excited to jump into this one. It doesn’t disappoint and I read it in one sitting. It sucks you in quickly with a like able main character and I have to say I loved her cute supportive parents even though they played only a minor role in the story. The story veers left about halfway in but hang in, it’s worth the twists and turns. If you’re looking for a book to suck you in and hold your attention, grab Big Summer!

I have been reading Jennifer Weiners books for years and was so excited to get an advanced copy of her book on netgalley. Her writing always captures and never disappoints. This book is no different, it is the perfect beach read or anytime read. I read this book in a little over a day and finished it well into the evening when I should have been sleeping. This story did not disappoint.

The protagonist Daphne is relatable and I feel like so many can relate to the friends bullying or losing touch with a friend portion. The plot line was entertaining and the chapters went quick. The author did not disappoint and I found myself guessing at this romance and mystery book trying to figure out who did it. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a good read on a summer day with a cold drink in hand. I will definitely be recommending this to my friends and I give this book 5 out of 5 stars. Thank you netgalley and publisher for the advanced copy.

Jennifer Weiner is back with Big Summer, a perfect, juicy summer read.

Daphne Berg is a nanny and plus size instagram influencer who hasn't spoke to her mean girl high school BFF Drue Cavanaugh since just after they graduated. So imagine her surprise when Drue hunts Daphne down to beg her to serve as Drue's maid of honor at her splashy summer society wedding. Drue admits to Daphne that her mean girl tendencies have left her bereft of bridesmaid candidates and promises a fun-filled Cape Cod weekend with lots of hot single guys. Thinking of how it'll benefit her brand online and impress her sponsors, Daphne agrees to step into the bridesmaid role.

But when Drue's wedding weekend is filled with unexpected twists, it leaves Daphne with a mystery to solve and questioning her past and how much she's ever really understood about her best frienemy.

Big Summer is a fast paced read laced with romance and mystery and Daphne is an easy to root for heroine. I couldn't put it down and flew through the entire thing in a single day. It's the perfect escapist beach read to enjoy on a hot summer day. When you grab your favorite beach towel and cold libation, make you sure also pick up Big Summer.

I adore Jennifer Weiner’s writing style. When I open one of her books it always feels like coming home. I’m never quite sure how it will all unfold, but I know it will be delivered with care. Big Summer did not disappoint – part beach read, part mystery. It is entertaining and thought provoking in a sweet way. There are twists and turns I did not see coming.

Daphne is extremely likeable and easy to root for. There are many lessons to learn along the way. Weiner spotlights social media and the perceptions that come from a life lived through the online lens.

Big Summer is a great summer beach read.

I’ve always been a fan of Jen Weiner, I’ve been reading her books for years and she’s always given me something to feel good about.  Last year when the great “bookstagram” debacle occurred I was troubled that a treasured author would act so unfavorably in the public eye, so I shied away from the drama and reviewing last years release on my own accord.  But the truth is, unless we forgive, forget, and move on from our mistakes, we really can’t call ourselves a changed or a better person.  I'd like to think of both myself and Jen as one of those people and boy I’m glad I did, because this book is BIG TIME.

What comes off in the synopsis as a simple story of a previous grade school/high school friendship gone awry over social status and bullying - which comes back together only when one needs the other, turns into a much deeper look at how our childhoods and upbringing shape who we are and how we act.  This book is more than the synopsis bargained for, and gives a much bigger story than what the reader expects.

Jen has an uncanny way of being able to write her characters as if they've come directly from each one of us, as if she's cracked our minds and took every emotion and feeling we have ever had and is now putting them on paper.  She's found all our deep insecurities and put them inside Daphne, and then found every person's idolized-nemesis while growing up and has found a way to put them inside Drew Cavanaugh. With this Wiener has written a book that fits into almost every genre, contemporary women's fiction, romcom, mystery/detective,  suspense, thriller, and a touch of horror and built a powerful tale about who we are, what we hide, and what social media has made us become.  It makes the reader take a moment to look deep inside their own soul and ask what their own motives really are.

I started this book as I crawled into bed thinking I would get a few chapters in before falling asleep.  Little did I know that I would be up all night, sucked into this page turner like a moth to a flame, which reads more like an emotional thriller than woman’s friendship fiction. Jennifer has nailed it with this one, I think she has gone above and beyond anything she’s ever written before. Frankly I absolutely loved this, it was unputdownable, for me it probably was the best thing she has ever written.

Thank you to @jenniferweinerwrites, @atriabooks and @simonandschuster @netgalley for the gifted copy of this book for my honest and unbiased opinion.

Daphne, an Insta star has a devoted following, a designer who outfits her curvy figure to suit every occasion so why would she accept a spot in a wedding to a woman who tormented her in high school. This is a question whose answer comes in spurts and fits over the wedding weekend to rival all weddings. There are deals a plenty in this behind the scenes look at influencers and how they operate. Drue Lathrop Cavanaugh an avowed mean girl has reentered Daphne’s life and like before lays a trail of deceit and lies. Daphne would like to believe people can change and so accepts her invitation to be part of the wedding party. Unfortunately on the morning of the wedding Drue if found floating in the hot tub, and now the intrigue really begins. A perfect seaside mystery and a little romance never hurt anyone. Happy reading

I can say this was not my favorite Jennifer Weiner book (and yes, I have read the others). Which is not to say I didn't like this book, but still coming off my high of Mrs. Everything I just didn't like it as much as others. I'm not by any means saying don't read this book, because, of course, you should read it.

Daphne seems to be getting her life together, she just snagged a huge designer for her career as a social media influencer. She has accepted that she may not have the perfect body, she shares an apartment with her best friend, and then BAM her ex-best friend from high school walks into her life again after six years. The same best friend who sometimes made Daphne feel on top of the world but most of the time feeling like she was worthless.

Why is she back and what does she want? Well, you are going to have to read the book because I am not going to spoil it for you.

I received this book in exchange for an honest review from NetGalley.

Jennifer Weiner has another winner with Big Summer. Although I thought that the first few chapters weren't holding my attention, I'm so glad I continued. I was completely sucked in! The premise of this book is so very relevant in today's society with the lure of everything social media. The author delves into topics such as body shaming, true friendship, and the need for family acceptance. She also adds a twist of surprise mystery into the story. The main characters, longtime friends, Daphne and Drue, were so well developed. I found myself switching my feelings for Drue from wanting to give her a piece of my mind, to actually feeling sorry for her. I found myself cheering for Daphne for dealing with all of the obstacles that came her way because of her size. All in all, I can say that I was totally entertained with Big Summer. Great story, great characters, great writing!
Many thanks to Atria Books and Netgalley for an advanced copy in return for an honest review.

Big Summer is a perfect quarantine read by Jennifer Weiner. I've been a long time fan of this author and I was thrilled to hear that she had a new book releasing. This book is set in the perfect summer read location of Cape Cod and the atmosphere really helps the reader feel as though she is escaping her self isolation. Daphne and Drue are former school hood friends who reunite in time for Drue's wedding. Halfway through this book takes an unexpected twist and it's up to Daphne to discover what is going on. Read and enjoy!

I've read all of Weiner's books and this is my all time favorite. This book would be a perfect read for any time, but was especially fantastic to read in the midst of COVID-19. This book had enough light heartedness to not make me over think, but depth to really think about what the characters were going through. There were twists and turns that weren't typical of Weiner, but that she did very well. Romance, beaches, New York elite weddings, murder, and mystery combined in a perfect combination.