Had me at "Italy," and kept me entranced with its swoony romance and engaging characters. I love beach reading in winter and found The Summer You Were Mine a perfect choice to do so. Italian Riviera, here I come!

The Summer You Were Mine is a deep breath of pure romance, and every page feels like a love letter to self-discovery. Ellie and Cris are more than just characters; they’re two people living out the struggles of identity, purpose, and that heart-wrenching, unfinished business of first love. The writing draws you in like a warm sea breeze, mixing humor with heart, and the setting is so vivid you can practically feel the sun and taste the salt air. This story doesn’t just skim the surface; it dives into big questions about who we are and who we could be. It’s warm, it’s complicated, and it’s impossible to put down. You read it, and you’re left wishing you could stay in this world just a little bit longer.