Kid Reviews of The Summer I Turned Pretty, Book 1

Book Jenny Han Romance 2010
The Summer I Turned Pretty book cover: Illustrations of seashells on a green-blue background

Kids Say

age 12+

Based on 89 kid reviews

Kids say the book is a well-loved summer romance novel, appealing especially to mature younger audiences, though it has been criticized for its portrayal of relationships and substance use. While some readers find it engaging and nostalgic, others feel that the characters lack depth and that the ending fails to deliver on the hype surrounding it, with a notable emphasis on romance and shallow interactions.

  • interesting characters
  • summer romance
  • substance use
  • mixed reviews
  • relationship concerns
  • mature audience
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