Weiner is one of my favorite authors and I always look forward to her books. I didn't care for last summer's Big Summer, so I was hoping this book would be better. First of all, this is not your typical Weiner novel as it does have some pretty hefty topics (it is not a "beach read" as the cover might imply). It focuses on the #MeToo movement. While I knew where the novel was going and there weren't any surprise moments, it was a good novel. I thought Weiner did a good job of tackling the subject and expressing how detrimental sexual assault can be. I didn't really care for Daisy that much, except at the end. Beatrice is her quirky daughter and a lovely added narrative to the story.
I would recommend this novel.

I received an Advanced Reader Copy courtesy of NetGalley which I couldn't pass up because I am always ready to read a Jennifer Weiner book. "That Summer" follows the lives of two women named Diana. It took me a while to figure out where the book was heading which I really appreciated. There were a couple of timeline issues that I assume will be straightened out before the book is published but otherwise an intriguing, engaging take on the #metoo movement.

I have been devouring Jennifer Weiner's work since her debut book, Good In Bed. I was so excited to read That Summer and give my honest opinion in exchange. If you haven't read anything by Jennifer Weiner, you are seriously missing out. Jennifer has the most amazing, real-life characters that everyone can identify with. I also follow Jennifer on social media and she herself is an amazing person. Very relatable and so very funny.
That Summer introduces you to Daisy and her life. Daisy feels like something is missing, which I think we all can identify with on some level. Daisy starts receiving emails for a Diana, which is actually her real given name. Her husband started calling her Daisy after they first met and that is what she has gone by for years now. The two Diana's start emailing back and forth. A bond is formed and a friendship blossoms. Daisy is so excited, she has real friend who understands her and cares about her. It all seems to good to be true. And people always say; if its too good to be true, it probably is.
This book had me totally fooled! Just when you think this is a book about women and our crazy lives, Weiner takes a turn and suddenly you are trying to figure out a mystery. I love books like this. You think the book is going one way and then the author takes you on the most surprising ride!
I will definitely be recommending That Summer to all my book reading friends. I will definitely be looking for Jennifer Weiner's newest works when they become available. Special thanks to NetGalley, Jennifer Weiner, Atria Books for allowing me the privilege of reading an advanced reading copy of That Summer in exchange for my honest opinion. 5 HUGE STARS for me!!

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I love this author and I was so excited when I received this book! It didn't disappoint. I loved this one even more than the others previous work! It was unputdownable

This is a Romance/Women's Fiction/Chick-Lit. Jennifer Weiner is the author of Big Summer, and I really enjoy that book. I was very excited to see if I love this book as well. I have to say I found the first half of this book to not flow well, and I spend most the time trying to figure out what the characters have in common or how they connect to each other. I hate when books do that. How they fit together comes out around the half way point of the book. I really enjoyed the last half of the book. There is a lot about rape, and how man treating woman badly in this book. I wish the first half of this book flow better and was put together differently because I do think the message in this book is very important. I was kindly provided an e-copy of this book by the publisher (Atria Books) or author (Jennifer Weiner) via NetGalley, so I can give honest review about how I feel about this book. I want to send a big Thank you to them for that. This book is schedule to be release on May 11-2021.

Jennifer Weiner's new book, That Summer, is a good example of the kind of writing that made Ms. Weiner famous. She takes a subject that is prevalent in today's society and weaves an interesting story around it. The main characters are two women that meet my chance (or so the reader is led to believe), when Daisy gets an email that is meant for a woman named Diana. When these women eventually connect, a mystery unfolds that will expose an event that happened many years ago. I was pulled into this intrigue and found myself eager to find out exactly how the past would affect the present. Although I had had difficulty in the past with books that incorporate a heavy message through their story, this book managed to get the point across while still keeping my interest. It is rather difficult to classify as it is not particularly a light read, however the story and the characters are developed in such a way as to not be preachy, thus I enjoyed this book and gave it 4 stars. I would like to thank Simon and Schuster Publishing and Netgalley for allowing me to preview this book in exchange for an honest review.

Really low quality effort for this author. Incredibly disappointed in someone who is a regular favorite for me.

Another great read by Jennifer Weiner! I received an E-arc from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. This story follows Daisy Shoemaker as she befriends Diana Starling, a woman she meets when she mistakenly receives emails meant for the other woman. As the story progresses, it turns out there’s more to this meeting than coincidence. The book moves quickly- not a dull moment! At the heart of the story is a tale of survival, feminism, and how a friendship can blossom in the darkest of circumstances. Highly recommend this impactful and important story!

Every time I read one of this author's books, I think it's her best yet. And then she goes ahead and writes one that I like even better.

There are a couple of truly random things that I really like about this author's books. She is very body positive. And she adds interesting style details into the narrative. They make the characters more developed but they also make me learn things I wouldn't necessarily come across in everyday life. I find myself doing image searches while I'm reading to make sure I know exactly what she is describing. Like a pie crust collar or oyster shells that have been decoupaged. And I'm done being totally random.

In this, Diana is a young girl that gets a job for the summer as a mother's helper on the Cape. And something awful happens. The book is centered around how she deals with it and how other people's lives are also affected, even if only marginally. And you'll have to read it to learn more.

I have previously enjoyed Jennifer Weiner's novels, but this one was not for me. Not only were parts tedious to read and seemingly irrelevant to the story, but the book included commentary that seemed judgmental. Some of the writing made me feel like readers were being told what they should think/feel about the characters and their situations rather than allowing the readers to develop their own opinions. It is disappointing because previous novels were much more readable.

I am an avid reader of Jennifer Weiner. Not all of her books are my favorite but some, like Little Earthquakes, I will read over and over. That Summer might be my favorite of all of her books. I would also argue that it is likely the most important of her books. I don't want to give too much away but I recommend that adults and older teenagers pick it up. An easy five stars for me.

Jennifer Weiner has done it again with That Summer. Daisy has a thriving cooking business and professionally is highly respected but inside her home, her relationship with her husband and daughter a rapidly going downhill. She begins to receive emails from someone with the same name. While Daisy is living a typical suburban life, Diana is living a glamorous one. Despite having the same name their lives are polar opposites. Daisy and Diana connect via the misdirected emails and as they begin to develop a friendship we read along as we realize somethings just aren't accidents. Similar to Big Summer, Weiner has begun to bring an air of mystery to her writing.

Thank you to netgalley.com for the ARC.

I have read quite a few of Jennifer Weiner's books over the years and have always enjoyed them. I read Big Summer last year and thought it was good. While this book takes place in the same place primarily (Cape Cod) as the previous book it is a stand alone and the books do not need to be read in order. There are trigger warnings for rape in this book and there are some difficult scenes to read. However, I really liked this book as it was the most thought provoking book of hers that I have read. The women characters were all real and identifiable. The story was well written and as usual the descriptions of Cape Cod make me wish I could be there while reading this book.

This may be one of the best Jennifer Weiner books I've had read.

Two women named Diana S have their emails crossing, but only one is still known as Diana and the other holds a secret affecting them both.

The plot moved quickly and the world view on #MeToo was relevant, though no longer front page news. There are some pretty graphic love scenes. A good Jennifer Weiner beach read.

I loved the ending.

Jennifer Weiner is an auto read for me so when I was offered an eARC of her newest title, I jumped. Like always Weiner did not disappoint. This book was a bit more difficult to read, with a huge trigger warning for sexual abuse. Daisy Shoemaker is having trouble feeling satisfied with her life. She has it all, the husband, the daughter, the nice house, a thriving business, but she's not happy. When she tries to find her happiness, what she actually finds is not what she bargained for. This book kept me up late at night wanting to know more and more. This one will not be for everyone though. It has some rough spots to get through. Thank you, NetGalley for the eARC. 4 stars!

I have been a longtime fan of Jennifer Weiner, going all the way back to Good in Bed.  She just never disappoints, especially in the arena of fun, light and easy beach reads with heart.

This one was not so light.  We all know about the #metoo movement.  We know about women feeling held back and marginalized in all facets of life.  And this is what this story is about.  It is a powerful book about whether or not we deserve better and whether or not we will take the steps to make that happen, despite the obstacles in our way.  It wasn't so light, wasn't so fun, but I really did enjoy this book and the women whose stories were told.

I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

Such a big fan!!! Another hit. I love the twists in the story. It was a tougher subject but handled so well. The sex a bit more graphic but completely understand the need for it as its about love and healing. KUDOS!!!

Don't let the pretty pastel cover art fool you into thinking That Summer is a lightweight read. Jennifer Weiner's latest novel delves into the #MeToo movement, showing how toxic masculine culture impels conformist behavior that ruins women's lives. Her protagonist, Diana, struggles with how to hold her rapist and his friends accountable.

Understanding how young men make bad decisions does not exonerate them.

Weiner's portrayal of a teenage girl destroyed by someone she trusted and cared for, and her long path to recover her derailed life, is a page turner. Diana decided on a plan of revenge, assuming a fake identity to infiltrate her rapist's family. But nothing turns out the way she expects, especially when she bonds with the wife of her rapist.

Diana's experience is handled carefully, showing the resulting emotional scars. The one sexual encounter described is one that models true care and respect, if too graphically detailed for my taste; it seems a model of the behavior women should demand of a lover..

I received a free gallery from the publisher through NetGalley. My review is fair and unbiased.

THAT SUMMER takes the background of Cape Cod and mixes in the societal reckoning of the #metoo movement for a thought provoking, hard to put down novel that you will be thinking about long past this summer. I enjoyed it, if a bit heavy at times with the content at hand. A beach read with deep roots.

Daisy is living a privileged life; married to a lawyer, with a daughter in an established prep school, and giving cooking lessons on the side. When she receives an email from someone named Diana with a similar e-mail address, she responds quickly, and a friendship instantly forms. As Daisy watches her life slowly slip out of her hands, Diana is there to help her navigate the difficulties she faces. But Diana has her own story to tell, and how exactly does it fit in with Daisys? Are these women connected, or is it just fate that has brought them together? As their stories unfold, these 2 women must navigate their friendship as well as their families and figure out what steps come next.