The Last Weekend of the Summer by Peter Murphy
Story sounded interesting and am really getting into reading it.
Last weekend of the summer and all the families will assemble at Gloria's house on the lake.
Love that there are so many acitivities for the kids, grown men get time to themselves fishing and drinking, women of the tribe get to gather and plan and the ex of one women will be showing up.
It's all for Gloria's sake-others think it is about her dying, some think she will be moving in to their houses, others think it's about the grandfather.
Lots of drama but deep down feelings also show through. Like that Gloria has to use medical marijuana to get through the pains. Some don't agree with that treatment...
Secrets come out about the past and I like how they are dealt with by everybody. There are very strained moments similar to ones our family has dealt with over the years whenever the whole family got together. Some just don't get along with all, so you avoid them.
Great story, love the ending, a surprise! Love that this book covers all age groups and their realistic daily problems.
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Received this review copy from The Story Plant via Netgalley and this is my honest opinion.
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The Last Weekend of the Summer by Peter Murphy is a touching look into family dynamics. Johnnie, C.C., and Buddy have gathered their families together, along with their mother and grandmother, for one final summer together before their estranged father passes away. The book takes a serious look at strained family relationships, and hooks you in as you watch the characters reach their boiling point. As they boil over, they are able to let out their true feelings, and family secrets come out with it. I enjoyed the sibling dynamic the most, finding it both relatable and entertaining.

If you enjoy family dramas, with a touch of humor and charm, such as This is Where I Leave You or Home for the Holidays, The Last Weekend of the Summer is the perfect read for you!

When mother Mary and adult siblings Buddy, CC, and Johnnie arrive at their grandmother Gloria's lake house for one last family weekend, full of secrets, simmering resentments, and lots of love.

There are some strained moments, lightened by some witty moments. For all their frustration and disappointment with each other, it's clear that this family still loves each other, and their grandmother, very much.

Overall, a great read.

Many thanks to Netgalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions expressed are my own.

Although this is my first Peter Murphy book it will certainly not be my last. Four generations of family visit the beautiful family beach house anticipating this may be the last time they spend a summer weekend with their beloved family matriarch - Gloria. This wonderfully written book takes us on a journey of family drama, family love and family loss. Peter Murphys characters are well developed, diverse and engaging. The Last Weekend of the Summer is a great summer beach read.