The Summer of Broken Rules: A Happily Ever After Beach Read
A romance novel inspired by the songs of Taylor Swift!
*NOW A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*
This BookTok sensation is perfect for fans of Jenny Han's The Summer I Turned Pretty and Sarah Dessen's Along for the Ride.
Meredith's family's annual game of assassin at Martha's Vineyard during a summer wedding is the perfect chance to honor her sister's legacy, and finally join the world again. But when she forms an alliance with a cute groomsman, she's at risk of losing both the game ... and her heart.
When Meredith Fox lost her sister, Claire, eighteen months ago, she shut everyone out. But this summer she's determined to join the world again.
The annual family vacation to Martha's Vineyard seems like the perfect place to reconnect. Her entire extended family is gathering for a big summer wedding, and although Meredith is dateless after being unexpectedly dumped, she's excited to participate in the traditional Fox family game of assassin that will take place during the week of wedding festivities. Claire always loved the game, and Meredith is determined to honor her legacy.
But when Meredith forms an assassin alliance with a cute groomsman, she finds herself getting distracted. Meredith tries to focus on the game and win it for her sister, but she can't help falling for him. And as the week progresses, she realizes she's not only at risk of losing the game, but also her heart.
"The feel-good summer read of my dreams!"--Alicia, Goodreads Reviewer
"Boy, did it also give me all the summer feels."--Larissa, Goodreads Reviewer
"This book is bound to become a favorite of all who love contemporary romance."--Kelly, Goodreads Reviewer
"If beachy contemporary romances are your jam, then trust me--you do NOT want to miss this book."--Jessica, Goodreads Reviewer
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Community Reviews
One of the most moving aspects of the story is Meredithâs journey through her grief after the loss of her sister, Claire. Her emotions, reflections, and moments of vulnerability felt incredibly real. I found myself relating to her deeply, as Iâve also experienced the profound pain of losing a sibling. The author captures this unique ache so wellâhow grief isnât linear but woven into everyday moments, from playing a game of Assassin to simply being around loved ones.
What stood out most for me was the balance between sorrow and celebration. Meredith learns to embrace her memories of Claire, allowing joy and love to coexist with her grief. It reminded me that healing comes in moments, often unexpected, and that it's okay to carry those weâve lost with us in everything we do.
The romance subplot added warmth and levity to the story, making it a perfect mix of heartache and hope. The Summer of Broken Rules is a tender, uplifting read that reminds us to cherish the people we love while we can and to find comfort in the memories we carry forward.
Would recommend this to anyone whoâs healing from loss or simply looking for a beautifully written coming-of-age story.
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