Second Chance Summer
Second Chance Summer
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Brief
354
Novel • Fiction
Poconos, Pennsylvania • Contemporary
2016
Adult
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
In Second Chance Summer by Morgan Matson, 17-year-old Taylor Edwards returns to her family's lake house in Pennsylvania after learning her father has terminal cancer. As she navigates the summer, she rekindles relationships with her former best friend Lucy and ex-boyfriend Henry while grappling with her father's illness and cherishing their remaining time together.
Emotional
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
56,117 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Second Chance Summer by Morgan Matson is widely praised for its emotional depth and well-developed characters. Readers appreciate the authentic depiction of family dynamics and personal growth. However, some criticize the predictable plot and slow pacing. Overall, it's a heartfelt, moving story that deals thoughtfully with themes of love, loss, and reconciliation.
Who Should Read Second Chance Summer?
Readers who enjoy heartfelt contemporary YA novels with deep emotional journeys and themes of family, loss, and personal growth will appreciate Second Chance Summer by Morgan Matson. Fans of John Green’s The Fault in Our Stars or Sarah Dessen’s The Truth About Forever will find similar resonances in this poignant, reflective narrative.
56,117 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
354
Novel • Fiction
Poconos, Pennsylvania • Contemporary
2016
Adult
12-18 years
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