This is a duel POV story of a summer fling between Cassie and Tate. Cassie is young and looking for a summer fling. Tate is the local flirt, and Cassie overhears him getting dumped and that’s how they meet.

There’s a little bit of he’s too attracted to her to just be a fling, so they decide to be friends and he gives her advice on other guys. That doesn’t last long.

This was a quick read that was light hearted and fun. I read it at the beach and that was appropriate. I wish there had been a little more to each of the characters, but I think fans of the author will enjoy this summer read.

You will be thinking about Avalon Bay all summer as you go about your own plans. Cassie and Tate were such a fun couple to read, and you’ll appreciate Elle Kennedy’s signature perfect balance of plot, substance, and spice!

This was a fun, quick summer read. I enjoyed the friends with benefits to lovers relationship between Cassie and Tate. I just felt like I didn’t get a strong sense of connection between them or knew WHY they liked each other so much. For that reason it fell a little flat for me towards the end but overall still a fun read.

GAh! What can I say? I love Elle Kennedy and I love her books. I haven't yet read one that didn't hit it out of the park for me!! This was definitely my favourite of the Avalon Bay books. This book is entertaining and light, while also having moment of great sincerity and depth. A perfect summer read, that I know will and can be enjoyed by both teens and adults!!
Thank you so much NetGalley, St. Martin's Press/St. Martin's Giffin, and Elle Kennedy for access to this e-ARC!

So so good!! Definitely recommend! I actually told my sister she needs to preorder this one asap! 4 out of 5 stars! Preorder this one right away! You won’t be disappointed!!!

For me, this book might be the best one yet. Tate and Cassie had chemistry, were funny, and the relationship flowed so well. I was not expecting the shock moment in the book, but it made their relationship trouble make sense. Loved seeing the previous characters and all the banter.

No lie, every time I get a copy of the newest Avalon Bay book, I have the same thought; Elle Kennedy has just written the best book in the series. I really liked Good Girl Complex. I adored Bad Girl Reputation. I loved The Summer Girl.

I'm not sure how Elle Kennedy can write such a simple, light-hearted romance, with virtually little drama between Cassie and Tate, and yet make the reader feel so invested. The Summer Girl has a rather simple storyline, but the characters really shine through and make this book delightful. Both Cassie and Tate are very relatable, in regards to their personalities and situations. Their chemistry with one another, and lighthearted banter was fun to read, and while I loved the romantic part of their relationship, I genuinely loved getting to know these two characters through one another. Their friendship is sweet, and seeing the characters through their eyes made it sweeter.

Sweet. I think that is my main takeaway from this book. Cassie and Tate's story is sweet, and they are so tender with one another. I enjoyed their story, and I love their personal character arcs. The Summer Girl is probably my favorite in the series so far. I promise you will love it too.

Ugh I am a sucker for a summer romance. Maybe its the inner 16 year old in me, but I live for this time of year, these kinds of books and anything in a setting of summer.
This was so enjoyable and sweet.

This is by far my favorite book from this series and that is saying a lot.

Cassie and Tate are perfection. I loved Cassie from the first chapter. She has an amazing personality and grows so much over the course of the story. She learns to let go of the past and love herself. Her confidence is a breath of fresh air.

Tate is also amazing. Who can resist a man who loves is dog and family so much? There are many layers to him. It was great to see him move forward and get the life and relationship we could all see he deserves. He was just so fun and easy going.

You will love this book. There is also plenty of spice in addition to a great story.

I think this is my favorite book in the Avalon Bay series so far. Tate and Cassie had my heart right from the beginning. Cassie is in Avalon Bay to stay with her grandmother before the Beacon Hotel is reopened and while she is helping her grandmother pack up the house. Tate is the local “I don’t do relationships” guy. Chemistry ensues. I don’t want to give away anything, but trust me when I say this one gets emotional and the encouragement of talking about feelings and standing up for yourself is SO GOOD.
Thank you to Netgalley and St. Martin’s / Griffin for the opportunity to read this in exchange for my honest opinion.

It was good, i still struggle a lot with kennedy style of writing , but getting the hang of it. Definitely will recommend to friends that love this kind of tropes and this author

This was by far the best of the Avalon Bay books. Cassie was funny and awkward and so relatable. Tate was a surprise. I didn't expect him to be such a emotionally sensitive guy. I loved how their relationship flowed, and how Cassie found her confidence and figured out how to stand up for herself.

Firstly, I received a copy of this novel on NetGalley for my honest review.

Summer Girl is a part of the Avalon Bay series of romances by Elle Kennedy. This is a perfect pool side or beach read. It’s a little cheesy, a little juvenile at times, but all charm and so cute. Meet Cassie, slightly-awkward college girl visiting her grandmother at Avalon Bay who is looking for a summer fling. She babbles when she’s nervous and her internal dialogue is hilarious. Cassie meets Tate, a sailing instructor and new wingman to help her find her summer fling. Their chemistry is instant and undeniable but Tate isn’t looking for anything serious.

I enjoyed this novel but admittedly cringed a few time at the cheesiness. If you’re looking for a cute summer read, this is the novel for you.

This was hands down my favorite of the series so far. Everything finally came together for me, which was a relief because not loving books by Elle Kennedy hurts my heart.

Cassie is in town for the summer and looking for a fling. Should be easy enough but she isn’t often super attracted to guys, has a tendency to babble when uncomfortable, and she meets and is friend zoned right away by Tate, easily the hottest guy she has ever met. When Tate agrees to be her wingman it seems like the perfect arrangement but as they spend more and more time together all those reasons they would be better as friends start getting hazy. Cassie was a really fun heroine. Her babbling was actually very charming. I am someone who hates over the top drama in books but I actually found her family issues interesting and at the moment where I worried it would spiral into eyeroll inducing, it levels out nicely. Tate is all well meaning charm and I loved the way the two became friends with the lighthearted joking before they became more. This would be a great beach read- some drama, some heat, nothing too taxing on the brain, just a fun book to escape the world with.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

The Summer Girl was a great take on the typical summer fling in a small town trope. While still being light and fun in many aspects, the book also delved in various important things that may hit close to home with some readers, things like divorce, overcritical mothers, forging relatioships with stepparents, and developing self-esteem.

The two main characters of this book, Cassie and Tate, were both realistic and likeable. They had great banter as well as great chemistry. Their story was supported by a great cast of supporting characters as well. The author's creation of this fun seaside town with its quirky people and silly traditions make the reader long for a trip to the beach.

After reading The Summer Girl, I want to jump back and read the earlier installments in the series -- not because you have to to get into this one, but because they're probably just as fantastic as this book is!

**I want to start by being fully transparent; I received this as an ARC from publisher and NetGalley BUT that does NOT sway my feelings/opinions at all. This is a fully unbiased review formed from my own thoughts after reading. Thank you NetGalley and publisher for allowing me this eARC copy**

Not going to lie, felt a bit too boring and I feel like I am not the right person to have read this. Since reading the first two in this series I have grown in my reading so this felt a bit juvenile to me

Just the book to get you ready for summer!

College student Cassie Soul hasn’t spent an entire summer in Avalon Bay in years, not since her parents divorced and her mother spitefully whisked her away to Boston. Now that her grandmother is selling the boardwalk hotel that’s been in their family for five decades, Cassie returns to the quaint beach town to spend time with family, ring in her twenty-first birthday… and maybe find herself a summer fling.

Perfect summer beach read! I’ve had a lot of fun reading this series and couldn’t wait for Cassie and Tate’s story. Cassie is young, but mature. She’s very likable and easy to just fall in love with. Her and Tate have a ton of chemistry and leaves you rooting for the two to make it work.

I really enjoyed how the author handled toxic family members. A light, fun romance with EK’s romance spice thrown in!

Shut the front door, I LOVEDDDDD THIS BOOK. I went in not really sure what to expect as I haven't read the other.books in the Avalon Bay series. I was blown away by this romance.

Yes, the friends to lovers story is cute. Yes, their ending had me giddy and smiling. But there's so much more here.

This book had me both laughing and crying. I'm honestly not sure the last time a book made me laugh this much. Out loud. Getting weird looks from my husband 🤣

I loved both Cassie and Tate's characters and I loved how they pushed each other to be better versions of themselves. I loved watching Cassie step into her own and learn boundaries, self respect, and find love. I even loved watching Tate grow around his family drama, learning the people are just people and that no one is perfect.

I think this author did a great job showing the intricacies of different family dynamics and how quick things can change and evolve.

This book made me purchase the other Avalon Bay books, it was that good.

As a note, on page 234 the word "felt" is printed, I believe it should be "fell".

Lastly, I'd like to thank NetGalley, the publisher, and Elle Kennedy for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

The Summer Girl has me dreaming of summer!

This book has it all - romance, spice, conflict, and fun!

I didn't realize that this darling novel was the third in the series so I had to go and read the other two (however, you can definitely read out of order as I learned!)

"The Summer Girl" by Elle Kennedy is a fun and entertaining summer romance that will leave readers feeling all warm and fuzzy inside. The story follows Cassie Soul, a college student who returns to her family's boardwalk hotel in Avalon Bay for the summer, hoping to find herself a summer fling. She quickly sets her sights on Tate Bartlett, the town's sailing instructor and resident playboy. Despite Tate's initial reluctance to pursue anything serious with Cassie, their chemistry is undeniable, and they soon find themselves walking the line between friends and lovers.

The characters in this novel are well-developed and likable, particularly Cassie and Tate, who are both complex and flawed in their own ways. The chemistry between them is electric, and the slow burn of their romance is deliciously satisfying. The setting of Avalon Bay is also well-described, making readers feel as if they are right there on the beach with Cassie and Tate.

One of the strengths of this novel is its balance between light-hearted romance and more serious themes. The story touches on topics such as family, loyalty, and trust, adding depth to the plot and making the characters more relatable. The plot is also well-paced, with enough twists and turns to keep readers engaged throughout.

Overall, "The Summer Girl" is a delightful summer read that fans of romance and contemporary fiction will enjoy. It's the perfect book to bring to the beach or curl up with on a lazy afternoon. Elle Kennedy has once again proven herself to be a talented author in the genre, and I look forward to reading more of her work in the future.