This Summer Will Be Different

This Summer Will Be Different

Book • 2025

by Carley Fortune

THE INSTANT #1 NATIONAL BESTSELLER!

A glorious and tantalizing new escape from #1 New York Times bestselling author Carley Fortune.


This summer they’ll keep their promise. This summer they won't give into temptation. This summer will be different.

Lucy is the tourist vacationing at a beach house on Prince Edward Island. Felix is the local who shows her a very good time. The only problem: Lucy doesn’t know he’s her best friend’s younger brother. Lucy and Felix’s chemistry is unreal, but the list of reasons why they need to stay away from each other is long, and they vow to never repeat that electric night again.

It’s easier said than done.

Each year, Lucy escapes to PEI for a big breath of coastal air, fresh oysters and crisp vinho verde with her best friend, Bridget. Every visit begins with a long walk on the beach, beneath soaring red cliffs and a golden sun. And every visit, Lucy promises herself she won’t wind up in Felix’s bed. Again.

If Lucy can’t help being drawn to Felix, at least she’s always kept her heart out of it.

When Bridget suddenly flees Toronto a week before her wedding, Lucy drops everything to follow her to the island. Her mission is to help Bridget through her crisis and resist the one man she’s never been able to. But Felix’s sparkling eyes and flirty quips have been replaced with something new, and Lucy’s beginning to wonder just how safe her heart truly is.
Fiction / Romance / General
Fiction / Women
Fiction / Coming of Age
368 pages

Bara says...

Ages 17+, but every child is different

The content centers on adult romantic dilemmas, intense sexual chemistry, and complex interpersonal conflicts requiring significant emotional maturity. It is intended for a mature audience dealing with adult relationship dynamics and moral ambiguity.

Content Safety Breakdown

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Sex & Nudity

4/5

The narrative centers on a recurring intimate relationship and an intense romantic connection, featuring scenarios that imply sexual activity. The plot focuses heavily on the protagonists' physical chemistry and past sexual history.

Violence & Gore

0/5

The story is a contemporary romance focused on interpersonal relationships and emotional discovery, containing no physical conflict or violent acts.

Profanity

3/5

The dialogue includes moderate adult language used in casual, emotional, and social contexts. Examples include occasional uses of 'sh*t,' 'f*ck,' and 'h*ll' throughout the storyline.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

3/5

Alcohol consumption is a frequent social element of the beach vacation setting, with characters regularly sharing wine and oysters as part of their leisure activities.

Frightening Scenes

1/5

There are no horror or truly scary elements, though some scenes involve emotional tension and personal conflict as characters deal with relationship troubles and life transitions.

Key Insights

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This story is meant for adults and explores the complicated feelings and tough choices that come with falling in love when you probably shouldn't.

Content Warnings

Implied sexual situations
Emotional infidelity

Detailed Analysis

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What Parents Need to Know

The narrative focuses on adult romantic entanglements, including recurring sexual situations and emotional volatility; it is suited exclusively for a mature audience.

What Kids Can Learn

Insight into how honesty—even when uncomfortable—is vital for maintaining integrity in friendships.

Key Topics Discussed

Adult relationships
Friendship loyalty
Boundaries

Why Parents Might Like It

It offers an engaging, character-driven examination of modern romantic complications set against an atmospheric, escapist coastal backdrop.

Positives & Learning

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Positive Messages

3/5

Emphasizes the importance of supporting friends during personal crises and the necessity of confronting difficult emotional truths to achieve personal growth.

Positive Role Models

2/5

Characters acknowledge their flaws and attempt to navigate complicated relationship boundaries, though their poor impulse control and frequent moral lapses limit their impact as consistent role models.

Diverse Representations

1/5

No specific diverse representation indicated in available information.

Educational Value

1/5

Minimal educational value; primary focus is on entertainment and character drama.

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