This Summer Will Be Different

4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars | 6,765 ratings

Price: 17.72

Last update: 06-11-2024


About this item

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.


Top reviews from the United States

Lesley Koke DeWig
5.0 out of 5 stars 5 Stars
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2024
I just adore Carley Fortune writing style. With how she describes the beauty of PEI. Lucy and Bridget have a beautiful friendship. The chemistry Lucy and Felix share is out of this world.
Katie Nicolella
4.0 out of 5 stars Fav Carley book so far
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2024
Great descriptions and writings in this book. Fav one of Carley’s that she’s written so far. Def loved the love story and the friendships. Great fun summertime happy reading stuff right here!
Sharon S Wolf
5.0 out of 5 stars the best by Carley!
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2024
I loved the first and second Carley Fortune book but this one is the best!! Couldn’t put it down!! A page turner at its best! I’m a water person to start and all the beautiful metaphors to describe the waterfronts were just great. I’m also a flower person so having a flower farm is so fun for me. Then of course the love story between Lucy and Felix is SO enthralling! I was so drawn to them. Love the book and will probably read it again tomorrow. Gold Star to Carley and hope your next book is in the works!!!
lizHH
5.0 out of 5 stars Romantic and fun!
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2024
If you’re headed to the beach this summer save this for then. It’s a lounging on the beach with a drink in your hands listening to the ocean kinda book. Enjoy!
thecovercontessa
4.0 out of 5 stars Fortune Takes Us Back to Summer: AGAIN!
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2024
Vacationing on Prince Edward Island, Lucy meets a gorgeous man and has a small tryst only to find out the man is her best friend's brother! Told over multiple summers on the island, during which the time was just never right, this is the story of two people drawn to each may not be able to resist the love between them.
I've been a fan of the stories I've read by Fortune so far. She has quickly become one of my go to authors for a sweet romance with just a bit of angst. Throw in a bit of forbidden love and I'm hooked.
I enjoyed Lucy's character. She's very independent and does what she truly thinks is best. But she also limits herself with this as she ends up in a job that's not quite what she has always wanted to do. She feels an obligation to her aunt, who has passed. She struggles to find her truth and become involved in what she truly loves while still honoring the woman who helped her grow into herself.
Felix, oh Felix. I really found him so endearing. He's not afraid to be who he is, do what he wants to do, and go after what he wants. Even if it means his heart might break just a bit. The chemistry between him and Lucy is undeniable. He's willing to be whatever Lucy needs, and willing to do what it takes to be with her.
I love the slow burn heartfelt relationship that grows between these two. I love that it takes years for it to actually become something showing that if the heart knows, it will wait until the time is right. There is also an air of found family for this book.
There is definitely steam and chemistry between the FMC and MMC. I loved the smexy scenes as much as I loved the scenes where they were bantering and flirting: side glances, quick banter, and so much more.
Something Fortune did magnificently in this book is describing the setting. I have never been to Prince Edward Island. The author easily took me there with her descriptive imagery. I truly felt like I was on the beaches, by the lighthouse, And, since I've never been to this area, I was glad for the descriptiveness of what it looked like.
I also enjoyed the wonderful friendship between Bridget and Lucy. It is such a dedicated friendship. They are rocks for each other, solidifying even more that your family does not always have to be blood related. There was so much love between them, I really felt their deep bond down to my bones.
Overall this was a very enjoyable read. I loved the flashbacks you got showing how the relationship between the two main characters builds and grows. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for future titles from Fortune.
If you're looking for a found family book with an amazing friendship, steamy and flirty romance, and characters that come into their own, pic this one up and give it a try.
Cfosterx5
5.0 out of 5 stars couldn’t wait for this book
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2024
And it did NOT disappoint ???? literally read in less than a day. Loved the back and forth between past and present. Such a great read. Definitely recommend.
Amazon Customer
3.0 out of 5 stars Cute story, but I miss the "Every Summer After" Fortune
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2024
For starters, the prologue is implausible; in 2024 how can you be best friends with someone for two whole years and not hear about her very close family and see a bazillion images of them on her phone? Wouldn't nicknames and real names be part of that discussion, especially since you've given said best friend a nickname of her own? Way too much drama here throughout for simple misunderstandings and communications. Italicized "Mores" and "Mines" have become stale clichés in this writing arena. I will say, I'm sold on a trip to PEI!
Amy
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed this story so much!
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2024
I loved how at the end of this book the author talked about how she wanted to write something fun...I'm not sure what it was about this book but it brought back goof memories of my childhood and reminded me of my dreams. couldn't get enough of the friendship between Lucy and Bridget, but Lucy and Felix's relationship gives all the feels! I thoroughly enjoy Ms. Fortune's writing style and have read all of her books but this one is my favorite.

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