Book Info
Name of Book : The Summer After
Author : Chandra Hoffman
Publisher : Fifth Generation Publishing LLC
Publication Date : 1 July, 2021
No. of Pages : 248
Format : E Book
Why did I choose the book?
The book, The Summer After by Chandra Hoffman was offered by Book Review Crew. The description was good and offered a brew of mystery with romance.
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Author Introduction
Chandra has lived in thirteen international cities and this wanderlust shaped her writing. In each novel, the setting is its own character. She writes about everyday scenarios; shining a light on the complexities of human nature through the voices of multiple narrators.
Chandra has been an orphanage relief worker in Romania, a horse trainer in the Caribbean, a short order cook in a hospital, the director of a US adoption program, an event planner and homeschooled on a remote island off Honduras while chronicling the adventure for the the Huffington Post.
She is now settled back in her hometown outside of Philadelphia where she teaches writing and is the founder of the Summer Writing Retreat at Bryn Athyn College.
She lives with her husband, three children and a menagerie of horses, big dogs, needy cats and free-range chickens.
Website : https://www.chandrahoffman.com/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/chandrahoffmanauthor/
Blurb
Dean and Juliet, both have lost their spouses and were taking care of their children. While their visit to Cayman Islands, friendship between their children lets them take more steps towards each other. But, both of them are not on the island for recreation. They have their own secrets which will change their life forever. It is up to Dean and Juliet whether they want to give themselves a second chance or set out their path on separate ways.
Will fate give Dean and Juliet a second chance? When the secrets are revealed will their lives be torn or shattered? Will love bloom amidst all this?
My Opinion
The Summer After by Chandra Hoffman offers us a perfect story of romance and giving life a second chance. The book narrates how a family and its secrets are important to keep. But, also reminds us of giving ourselves a second chance. Regrets will always be there but choose a way to smile and make your life better. Take the next step and live happily.
I really liked the book. Small pinches of mystery added an interest to the plot. I would give 5 stars to the book. The climax will not disappoint you and all the characters are equally important. Don't miss it out.
Character Portrayal
Although, Dean and Juliet are the main characters of The Summer After by Chandra Hoffman. But, the children played an equally important role in taking plot to the next step. The Protagonists are poles apart but both of them are responsible parents. They played both their roles with sheer dedication. Tertiary characters have supported well.
Narrative Style
The narrative style of The Summer After by Chandra Hoffman is quite a different one. Juliet's narratives are written from her own and the author's POV. But, the language is simple and easy to understand.
Ratings
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