Seven Summer Weekends ByJane Rosen is the kind of book that feels like a breath of fresh ocean air—warm, inviting, and exactly what you need for a summer escape. Rosen delivers a heartfelt story about life’s unexpected detours, new beginnings, and the power of community.

The story follows Addison Irwin, whose life takes a sharp turn, landing her in a beachside town where she’s forced to rethink everything she thought she wanted in life. With a mix of humor, romance, and self-discovery, the novel is both entertaining and deeply satisfying. Rosen’s writing is light yet meaningful, with characters who feel real and a setting so vivid you can almost hear the waves.

Ben is the perfect grumpy neighbor with an adorable dog. A great dog character is always worth an extra bump to my star rating.

If you love books that blend charm, wit, and heart, this one’s worth picking up.

I have loved every one of Jane L. Rosen’s books that I’ve read. This was no exception. Her book last summer, On Fire Island, was sad but also full of redemption and this one was similar. Fire Island was the setting and also a character. I love when the setting can do that! Addison’s career goes upside down after a terrible zoom disaster and she retreats to her newly inherited cottage on Fire Island. Through the seven summer weekends, she learns about herself, her family, makes new friends, and figures out what she’s going to do with the rest of her life. It was a great read!

This was a charming book of summer love and friendship. A great summer escape, and really well written. I liked this more than the author's previous work.

This book offers a breezy escape with a charming setting and an engaging premise. Addison’s journey of self-discovery, the quirky weekend guests, and the grumpy-but-irresistible neighbor create plenty of entertaining moments. However, the story follows a predictable path, and some characters feel underdeveloped. While not groundbreaking, it’s an easy, feel-good read perfect for a lazy summer afternoon.

Thank you Atria and NetGalley for my e-ARC!

I always love being immersed in Jane L. Rosen's world and this summer read is no exception. Her characters and storytelling suck me in and she perfectly melds the joy of a beach book with emotional depth. I really need to make it to Fire Island one of these days.

Thanks to Berkley Romance for the copy to review.

A sweet, quick beach read that I flew through in the dead of winter. I found this to be engaging and fast-paced, though ultimately forgettable. The inciting incident was unique and relatable (though I’m not sure it’s actually a firing-worthy offensive?), and I liked the initial set-up of the estranged aunt, the grumpy neighbor, and the weekend guests who each bring something for our protagonist to learn. Unfortunately, that structure was abandoned halfway through and things fell apart for me a little after that.

I could not buy into the romance - Addison and Ben were so rude and so wrong for each other for way too long, and it felt forced and way too fast when they both realize they’re falling for each other. I can see how Rosen was trying to create tension as Addison wrestled with the parts of Ben that shes was attracted to and the others she despised, but there was just too much of a disconnect and it didn’t resolve itself in a way that felt natural. After reading to synopsis of On Fire Island (not technically a precursor to this one but it sure reads like it), I’m MUCH more interested in reading about the backstory and seeing a lot of the side characters more fleshed out.

This wasn’t quite for me. Cute but not enough and didn’t quite catch me emotionally. I just never got into it fully. Maybe it was me and my current mood.

I really enjoyed the light fluffy romance this book offered. This was a first time author for me and no regrets here.

The mixture of drama and the quite calming setting left me reading without a single break and was a welcome book between darker reads for myself. The author offers a lot of depth amongst the pages and the characters within.

If you’re looking for something fun, soft and summery this is your book.

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishing Company for this Advanced Readers Copy of Seven Summer Weekends by Jane L. Rosen!

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

This was so much better than her book On Fire Island. This is one time when I am glad I gave an author another chance. These characters were relatable, fun to follow and had a good story line. I enjoyed Addison's friends and their relationships. They were honest with her, even though they each had different opinions.

I did feel like Jane Rosen was trying to sell On Fire Island throughout this book. She kept referring to it and talking about it.

Depending on the story line, I may read another Jane L. Rosen.

this book definitely made me think of summer. I enjoyed this book. I enjoyed the setting and the characters. This was a nice, light romance.

I really enjoyed this book, especially how it connects to On Fire Island! The cast of characters was fantastic, and even though it’s linked to her other work, it can easily be read as a standalone. The mix of family drama and the beach setting made for such a fun, engaging read. Perfect for anyone looking for a summer escape with a bit of depth! I ended up reading this book in one day, once you start, you won’t want to put it down. I recommend checking it out!

Jane L. Rosen is an auto-read author for me, but somehow I haven't gotten to On Fire Island. This one is a follow-up to that book, so I was nervous once I realized it was related that I would be missing out. On the contrary, I loved it as a stand-alone, and it just makes me want to get On Fire Island started.

I loved the self-discovery Addison went through from learning how amazing dogs can be, to allowing flexibility into her life, and even the possibility of love. I loved the side characters. Quirky towns are always a big plus in my book, add in the quirky house guests, and it made it elevated it even higher.

Miscommunication is generally a trope that turns me off, but the way it was incorporated into this one actually worked well for me.

I definitely recommend this one to anyone looking for a summer read that'll make you laugh and maybe tear up a bit as well.

Huge thank you to
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I loved the concept of this book! After Addison loses her job she feels as if she hit rock bottom, but her luck is turning around. She soon finds out that she inherited her estranged aunt’s house on Fire Island. Addison doesn’t necessarily want to keep the house. She could sell and buy something in New York, but she keeps an open mind for the summer before she makes her decision.
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For seven summer weekends(hence, the title!) she receives visitors, each offering up more information about her aunt. She learns about the aunt she barely knew from these visitors. Not only is she learning about her aunt but she’s also falling in love with the neighbor who just happens to be Ben from the book On Fire Island! I really enjoyed this one!
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I have enjoyed everything Rosen has written and this did not disappoint at all. I read this is a Sunday and it was the perfect summer read. Pick this up if you want a nice summer treat or escape.

Earlier this summer I read Seven Summer Weekends by Jane L. Rosen as part of a #berkleybuddyread. I have read and enjoyed several books by this author and this one was no exception.

In this book, Addison loses her job at an advertising agency after a huge Zoom chat fail on a full company meaning. Shortly after, she is informed that she inherited a beach house from her Aunt Gicky. So, with no job to hold her back, she moves to Fire Island for the summer to manage the weekend guests. She intends on selling the home and finding a new job by the end of the summer, but a handsome next door neighbor may change her plans.

Overall, I highly enjoyed this book and I loved the characters. I really related to the fact that Addison worked for an advertising agency (since that’s where I work, but in PR not as a creative). I also loved her neighbor and love interest, Ben. I liked their meet cute and how they helped each other throughout the book. I also thought all of her weekend guests were a lot of fun and they all helped lher learn about herself and what she wanted in life.

Jane L. Rosen writes some of the best books I have read. She writes grief in such a beautiful way and gives the characters so much meaning to their lives. I adored this story and loved getting to know Ben better as the story went on. I can't wait for more books by her! As a Long Island girl who spent time on Fire Island, her books always bring me back to those moments of having fun and being carefree. I love the way her books are Jewish, funny and so meaningful!

Thank you Berkley Pub for the free book! #BerkleyPartner #Berkley

This one was really tender and the ending had me crying (in a good way). Also once you learn the importance of the cover….TEARS.
Addison inherits her aunt’s place after her passing, which is conveniently timed with when Addison loses her job in a rather public way. Turns out her aunt unofficially also left the house to the neighbor; a hot, broody author.
Thus ensues a summer of angst, misunderstanding, but also love, healing, and different levels of second chances.
Our MMC Ben is still reeling from his wife’s death and seems to have not learned how to appropriately move on. But Addison changes that as she gives him a second chance at love.
Though we never meet Aunt Gicky for obvious reasons, I love the character she was portrayed as and the legacy she left behind; basically pulling strings from beyond the grave lol

This was a sweet and charming book of summer love, friendship, and finding yourself. I adored the setting and the descriptions of Fire Island and the characters. Addison inherited her aunt’s beach and every weekend she gets a new visitor from her aunt’s past. With every visitor Addison learns more about her aunt and about herself. It’s a delightful read and the perfect summer escape.