SuitabookIt's Not Summer Without You
Jenny Han
- Reading
- As a second volume, it continues established relationships. Consider reading the first book beforehand if you want more context for Belly’s history with the brothers and their families.
- Themes
- Grief and relationships: Susannah’s death affects Belly and the boys; loss strains relationships even as it holds the families together. Loss is woven into the family relationships, bringing the characters together while also separating them.
- Romantic uncertainty: Belly’s relationship with Conrad has faltered, while Jeremiah conceals feelings for her and their friendship may change. Romantic tension is woven through friendship and changing relationships.
- Worth knowing
- Grief and family conflict sit alongside arguments, resentment and rebellious choices. The book also includes strong language, teen drinking, brief kisses and a parent slapping a teenager.