Books like Broken Summer by J. M. Lee

Twenty‑five year‑old Belly Conklin returns to the family summer home on the coast, where a cancer diagnosis forces her to confront love, loss, and growing up amid the familiar rhythm of beach life.

In the orderly suburb of Shaker Heights, a new family’s arrival and a custody dispute ignite tension, revealing secrets, art, and the complex pull of motherhood in a tightly knit community.

Sisters Vianne and Isabelle are pulled into the turmoil of World War II, each forging a path of courage and resistance against the Nazi occupation of France.

At Pirriwee Public, a beachside school, a routine trivia night spirals into chaos when a parent dies—raising questions of murder, accidental death, or toxic truths. Parents discover how small lies can become deadly.

Amid writer's block and a looming deadline, a skeptical romance novelist and a disenchanted literary author trade their craft: she must write a happy ending, he a Great American Novel, as they race to finish before summer ends.

Two college friends discover that love can span continents and a decade when they reunite after life‑changing choices thrust them apart.

It is 1974 when Leni Allbright's impulsive father Ernt decides the family is moving to Alaska. But the Alaskan winter is just as unforgiving as Ernt, and life quickly becomes a struggle for survival.

Experience the excitement of the last day of school and the anticipation of summer break in "Summer Break is Here" Follow a young student through the daily adventures of school life, from waking up early and catching the bus to participating in class, singing in chorus, and painting in art class. Filled with vibrant illustrations and playful rhymes, this book showcases the joys and challenges of a busy school day. Whether sharing crayons with friends or eagerly waiting for recess, these relatable experiences will resonate with children and parents alike. As the school year ends, the excitement for summer break is contagious. The story reminisces about favorite moments and looks forward to the fun and freedom of summer. Ideal for ages 4-8, "Summer Break is Here" celebrates learning, friendship, and the joy of summer, making it a perfect read for kids transitioning from school to summer. Dive into summer fun with "Summer Break is Here!"

Fourteen‑year‑old Avery and sixteen‑year‑old Kayla, once close but now estranged, are thrown together on their parents’ unexpected summer trip to Spain, forcing them to confront friendship, class differences, and family secrets.

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