Wow, this was a messy family read!

This is a big family and this story covers them all. Plus it happens in the midst of Covid. There are a few POV and each of them have their own secrets, dramas, and regrets. It was surprising just how many stories overlapped and I almost needed a diagram to remember who was who.

I did this as an audio and it was great, the narrator was absolutely wonderful!

A huge thank you to the author and publisher for providing an e-ARC via Netgalley. This does not affect my opinion regarding the book

Thank you #Netgalley

Another great Jennifer Weiner book, as the title portrays, a great summer read in my opinion. This read follows an extended family and what brings them to the family summer place. Each main character has their own secrets and struggles but put each away to help celebrate and prioritize a family wedding. But hiding these feelings is causing so much distress amongst so many people. Appreciated the small references to quarantine to covid and how it brought them to where they are now.

Jennifer Weiner's The Summer Place is a captivating novel that skillfully weaves together themes of family, love, and self-discovery against the backdrop of a picturesque summer setting. With its engaging characters and heartfelt storytelling, the book delivers a compelling and enjoyable reading experience.

Set in a charming seaside town, the novel follows the lives of a multi-generational family as they navigate personal and relational challenges over the course of a transformative summer. Weiner excels in creating rich, multidimensional characters whose struggles and triumphs feel both relatable and authentic. Each character is given ample space to develop, contributing to a narrative that is both emotionally resonant and deeply satisfying.

The prose is engaging and accessible, with Weiner’s trademark warmth and humor shining through. The novel's setting is vividly depicted, making the summer locale almost a character in its own right. The detailed descriptions and atmospheric tone create a vivid sense of place, enhancing the story’s overall appeal.

One of the book’s notable strengths is its exploration of complex family dynamics and personal growth. Weiner handles these themes with sensitivity and insight, offering readers a thoughtful reflection on the intricacies of familial relationships and individual aspirations. The narrative is well-paced, with a balance of light-hearted moments and deeper, more introspective passages.

However, while The Summer Place is an engaging and enjoyable read, it occasionally ventures into familiar territory with its plot developments. Some elements may feel predictable to seasoned readers of the genre, but Weiner's skillful character development and emotional depth help to elevate the story beyond these conventions.

In summary, The Summer Place is a well-crafted novel that combines a charming setting with a rich exploration of family and personal growth. Jennifer Weiner delivers a heartfelt and entertaining story that is sure to resonate with readers who appreciate character-driven narratives and evocative storytelling. It’s a delightful summer read that offers both warmth and substance.

Jennifer Weiner is always a top author for me to read during the summertime - she always paints a beautiful summer romance that are realistic and inclusive of all. I have loved her "Summer" reads in the past, but this one felt a tad long and dragged slightly. It ended up all coming together and the end of the book tied everything in a bow, but I also struggled to keep track of all of the people and how the characters were connected. I appreciated the Covid-19 lockdown premise, as it was super relatable, and with Weiner's amazing storytelling, this story jumped off the page and was fun to read!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for my digital copy in exchange for an honest review. I will pretty much read any book by this author as Jennifer Weiner has become a staple in my library. This particular book was a tale of multiple families and their secrets and lies...One main family was large and in charge but there were backstories that involved other families...and some of those came right back into the future. It was almost like a soap opera with so many people...some focusing on each other, some focusing on others...but all story lines involving at least one secret and/or lie.The weird part for me was the house itself...I'm pretty sure I have never read a book where the house itself was a character...and it might have changed me a bit lol...I will say that at times the book felt like it was too long but I think that is more being growing older than the story being too long...

The Summer Place by Jennifer Weiner is a perfect fit for readers who adore heartwarming, lighthearted stories about family, love, and self-discovery, with a dash of drama and romance, set against the idyllic backdrop of Cape Cod, and are eager to be swept away by a relatable and engaging tale of family secrets, forgiveness, and the power of home.

DNF finally at 53%

It was absolutely a waste of my time. Not only did I find the authors writing cliche and expected, Weiner tries so hard to speak to the "young readers" and instead of being relatable, her writing makes her seem like she's trying too hard. Stick to. what you know.

Thank you NetGalley.

I enjoyed this book but it's been awhile since i've read it. I'm trying to update the books on netgalley that i've read already so I can focus more on the ones that I haven't read. I'm hoping to be better about reviewing books as I read them.

Jennifer Weiner will always be my go-to author in the summer.

It's so nice to sit on the beach and just lose myself in the worlds that Weiner builds. I love and miss those summer worlds of the East Coast and Weiner's books always bring me back there.

The Summer Place was another perfect summer beach read filled with heartwarming and engaging moments and full of family, love, and forgiveness, all set in Cape Cod.

A wonderful escapist read.

“The Summer place” was not for me. Lots of things felt problematic and distracting to me and overall- I just wanted to be reading other things! I hope Jennifer Weiner’s next book makes me forget about this one!

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

Jennifer Weiner has done it again! Another perfect beach read, The Summer Place is led by Sarah, whose 22 year old stepdaughter is getting married — and getting married quickly. And weddings tend to bring up family drama, don't they? Weiner masterfully tugs at heartstrings and soothes them in the same beat, once again.

Jennifer Weiner continues to be the queen of the summer read. This one included. It was fine for what it was, family drama, secrets, infidelity.

I really loved this book - Jennifer Weiner is an auto-read author for me. In this book, family relationships and dynamics unfold while a character plans her wedding. Old secrets emerge, individuals find their truth, and the importance of family and belonging are amplified.

Unfortunately not my favorite. Too much miscommunication between unlikable characters. Always love reading Jennifer Weiner’s books though!

Mixed reactions to Jennifer Weiner’s <i>Summer Place</i>....

The positives included some interesting characters in a variety of settings carrying a tangled plot of family interactions as well as individual secrets; an easy, entertaining read that touched on a wide range of issues.

However, there was a flip side to each of the strengths mentioned above. There were a few too many details, characters and subplots as well as coincidences that undercut the overall impact of what could have made this a four+ star read. The emphasis was weighted toward the privileged and even the inclusion of Rosa and Owen just wasn’t significant enough to bring out the contrast/issues. Unfortunately, the plot and pacing started to lag, due to length - a combination of too many subplots/detail, which broke the momentum. Then it seemed as if the ending was a bit rushed tying up all the loose ends.

Overall, a good read with some interesting plot points. Look forward to Weiner’s next and hope a few of the negatives are tightened up.

FYI - I received a copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

There’s nothing I love more than a good description of Cape Cod - makes me so nostalgic! I miss my own summers there...

Jennifer Weiner certainly does not lack for character development; her writing style makes for some interesting players. This book was written for those who like to sit back and delve into prose about deep, family drama.

Unfortunately, I didn’t really enjoy or identify with these particular characters. I was actually sort of appalled by the general lack of communication between them all. There were a large amount of issues that deserved confrontation early on, but everything just got more and more convoluted and awkward as the book went on. And its LONG...I usually prefer my books to be more fast paced.

This one was wasn’t for me, but like I said, the author is clearly advanced in her field. She can certainly paint a picture, so to speak! Give it a shot

I love Jennifer Weiners books! Not just the Summer ones but all of them.

However, I also really love these summer books of hers that always leave me wanting more!

Jennifer Weiner returns with another Cape Cod wedding beach read. This one features a new and unique perspective from the family home. I love how she gave the home a voice, because these places do become just as much a part of the family as the people. As is her style, this novel touches on current events while weaving stories love stories and secrets of relatable characters. I recommend this for fans of the author and anyone looking for a fun beach read!

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this novel in exchange for my review.

DNF at 40%. Too boring with long chapters. I didn't care about the characters or what might happen to them. From what I did read, absolutely nothing happened! I just couldn't finish it.

I read this in January but didn't review it and don't remember anything about it. Not the book for me