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Belly has an unforgettable summer in this stunning start to the Summer I Turned Pretty series from the New York Times bestselling author of To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (now a major motion picture!), Jenny Han.

Some summers are just destined to be pretty.

Belly measures her life in summers. Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August. Winters are simply a time to count the weeks until the next summer, a place away from the beach house, away from Susannah, and most importantly, away from Jeremiah and Conrad. They are the boys that Belly has known since her very first summer—they have been her brother figures, her crushes, and everything in between. But one summer, one wonderful and terrible summer, the more everything changes, the more it all ends up just the way it should have been all along.
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"This book has what every girl wants in a summer." -- Sarah Dessen, author of Just Listen and Lock and Key

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The Summer I Turned Pretty offers a hard-to-resist combination -- a beach house, summer love, enduring friendship. A deliciously sweet read." -- Deb Caletti, author of Honey, Baby, Sweetheart and Wild Roses

"If I could live inside this amazing book, I would. I would inhale the ocean air and soak up the sun, and I would hang out all day with kind-wonderful-funny-awkward Belly and her two known-'em-forever buds, Jeremiah and Conrad. I'd watch the three of them stop being kids and start being more...and I'd hope hope hope that when Belly falls in love -- 'cause you know she will -- she'd give her heart to the exact right boy." -- Lauren Myracle, author of the ttyl series and
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"This well-written coming-of-age story introduces 15-year-old Isabel, aka Belly, for whom summer has always been the most important time of year. Han (Shug) realistically balances Belly's naïveté with her awareness of the changes the years have brought. Han's novel offers plenty of summertime drama." -- Starred review from
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"Belly's dawning awareness of her sexuality and that of the boys is a strong theme, as is the sense of summer as a separate and reflective time and place. Readers get glimpses of kisses on the beach, her best friend's flirtations during one summer's visit, a first date." --
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Jenny Han is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before series, now Netflix movies. She is also the author of the #1 New York Times bestselling The Summer I Turned Pretty series, now streaming on Amazon Prime, as well as Shug, and Clara Lee and the Apple Pie Dream. She is the coauthor of the Burn for Burn trilogy, with Siobhan Vivian. Her books have been published in more than thirty languages. A former librarian, Jenny earned her MFA in creative writing at the New School. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers; Reprint edition (April 6, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1416968296
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1416968290
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 years and up
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ HL600L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 7 - 9
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.9 x 8.25 inches
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Jenny Han is the New York Times bestselling author of The Summer I Turned Pretty series; Shug; the Burn for Burn trilogy, cowritten with Siobhan Vivian; and To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before and P.S. I Still Love You. She is also the author of the chapter book Clara Lee and The Apple Pie Dream. A former children’s bookseller, she earned her MFA in creative writing at the New School. Visit her at DearJennyHan.com.

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Customers find the book easy to read and enjoyable. They appreciate the storyline that perfectly captures the bittersweet essence of adolescence and the magic of summer. The characters are described as cute and adorable. Readers appreciate the emotional content, including heartbreak and happiness, which makes the book poignant and tugging at their heartstrings. Many find the romance charming and the themes of love, identity, and the inevitable changes delicately explored. The humor is also appreciated, with customers finding it fun and lighthearted, keeping them interested throughout.

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594 customers mention "Readability"566 positive28 negative

Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find it an engaging storyline with vivid prose that brings the beach house and its surroundings to life. The book is described as a good read for both young and old, and is considered a perfect way to overcome a reading slump.

"...Han writes an excellent intertwining story of young and old, heartbreak and romance by including stories that concern the young characters and their..." Read more

"This was honestly such a cute read and I just loved the storyline. There’s so much about growing up and just coming of age that’s portrayed so well :)" Read more

"...Han's vivid prose brings the beach house and its surroundings to life, immersing readers in a world of warmth, nostalgia, and unforgettable memories...." Read more

"...Overall, it’s a good read that touches the lives of two families which are deeply intertwined by the bonds of friendship for all, whether adults or..." Read more

100 customers mention "Storyline"72 positive28 negative

Customers enjoy the book's storyline. They say it brings back memories of their young crushes and feelings. The author captures the bittersweet essence of adolescence and the magic of summer. The book touches on the lives of two families and makes them feel nostalgic. It also touches on the importance of friendship and family, making it a wonderful feel-good read for all ages.

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82 customers mention "Character development"62 positive20 negative

Customers like the character development. They love how the characters grow and evolve.

"...I also think that `The Summer I Turned Pretty' is a rather impressive character exploration. Conrad and Jeremiah are not boy-crush-prototypes...." Read more

"...On the other hand, I found the rest of the characters much better...." Read more

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Customers find the book poignant, heartwarming, and bittersweet. They say it tugs at their heartstrings and gives a different feel than the show. The flashbacks are relatable.

"...Her flashbacks are tragic because they're so relatable, never more so than when she's 13 and watching from the sidelines as Conrad starts to take an..." Read more

"...and the inevitable changes that come with growing up, making it a poignant read for anyone who has ever felt caught between childhood and adulthood. "..." Read more

"...Han's prose is as gentle and comforting as a warm summer breeze as Belly narrates this story and shares flashbacks from some of her favorite summer..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's romance. They find it a sweet summer romance that explores themes of love, identity, and the inevitable changes. The book is described as a lovely reminder of young love and sweet summer memories.

"...sure I'd love these books - they sounded like a good, juicy bit of contemporary romance fun and I adored the whimsical front covers...." Read more

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"...be sure to loop back to this series because it is just as sweet, just as romantic, and maybe even more epic with one of my favorite love triangles..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's humor. They find it engaging and exciting, keeping them turning the pages. The story makes them laugh, cry, and even frustrate at some points. It's a fun way to celebrate summer and keeps them smiling.

"...Jeremiah is funny, sweet, and adorable. He is very easy to like...." Read more

"...The book is infuriating but also in a way exciting and draws you in more and more. This review is coming from a 12 yo btw" Read more

"...Its warm and fizzy with excitement and stolen glances... a beautiful channel into our childhood...." Read more

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Customers find the book has a deeper story than expected. They appreciate the author's grasp of reality and teenagers' experiences. The book helps them understand the show better with interesting life lessons. Overall, they find it richer than what is shown on TV.

"...I'm not always a huge fan of the flashback, but Han utilizes it superbly - equal parts informative and whimsical...." Read more

"...to a series that promises even more heartwarming moments and introspection. Highly recommended for fans of young adult fiction!" Read more

"...That said and as it should be, the book is richer than whatever is on TV, but I kept comparing it to my previous read by the author and it..." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2011
    Isabel `Belly' Conklin measures her life in summers. Each year it's a countdown to the glorious months spent in Cousins, at Susannah's summer house. Belly's mother and Susannah are childhood friends, as close as sisters. Belly and her brother Steven have been visiting the summer house since infancy, and spending long, lazy summer days in the company of Susannah's boys, Conrad and Jeremiah Fisher.

    As much as Belly loves the summer house and visiting her pretend-mother Susannah, she always feels out of step with her childhood friends. She is the youngest of the summer kids, and the only girl in this close-knit boys club. She was always pleading to tag along or being left out - desperate to be a part of the group, but always out of sync.

    Things became even more complicated for Belly when she developed her first real crush on Conrad, the elder of the Fisher boys. Jeremiah was always funny and smiling, he is Belly's best friend in the whole world. But Conrad, he's different. The eldest of the kids, he is quiet and aloof, full of pride and quiet intensity and Belly hero-worshipped him throughout her younger years. As a young teenager her crush turned to love of the first and permanent kind . . . but as much as Belly pined after Conrad, he remained oblivious to her devotion . . . Until this summer.

    This summer, Belly is turning sixteen, and Jeremiah and Conrad are both noticing her in a whole new light.

    The summer house is where Belly did most of her growing up, and experienced the majority of her first's. First kiss. First crush. First love. First heartbreak.

    `The Summer I Turned Pretty' is the first book in the contemporary romance YA `Summer' trilogy from Jenny Han.

    I have had all three `Summer' books sitting in my TBR pile since April. I impulsively bought them when the final book in the trilogy was released, and `Summer' fandom seemed to reach a fever-pitch. I was pretty sure I'd love these books - they sounded like a good, juicy bit of contemporary romance fun and I adored the whimsical front covers. Still, I was a little taken aback by just how much I loved these books . . . consuming all three in one weekend and devouring a box of Kleenex in the process!

    The same way that other children measure the year according to Christmas's approach, Belly measures by summers. Every year for as long as she can remember she, her mother and brother would leave their father behind and venture to Cousins and the summer house. It was here that Belly took comfort in the nurturing home of Susannah, her mother's dearest friend and Belly's confidante (whom she often felt closer to than her own biological mother). But the summer house was most special for Belly's boys - Jeremiah and Conrad. These are two people she has grown up with - from bullying kids to surly young adults and finally turning into intriguing young men . . .

    Belly's story is that of young love. Because as much as her calendar is a countdown to summer, Belly's life has been marked by these two boys and their impact on her. . .

    Jeremiah owns her first kiss. Conrad taught her to dance. They have, in turn, been her best friends and worst enemies. Jenny Han marks the up's and down's of Belly's tumultuous friendship with the boys - from young buddies to blossoming crushes - through flashbacks of various other summers. As Belly lives out the summer of her sweet sixteen, she is in turns astounded and curious at the impact her changing self is having on Jeremiah and Conrad . . . as their dynamic alters, she thinks back to the summer's when she was 11, 12, 13 and nothing but an annoying tag-along to their big boys club.

    I'm not always a huge fan of the flashback, but Han utilizes it superbly - equal parts informative and whimsical. It's the retrospect of a young girl; so Belly swings between being outraged by the boy's bad behaviour, to heart sick with love for the older and elusive Conrad. Her flashbacks are tragic because they're so relatable, never more so than when she's 13 and watching from the sidelines as Conrad starts to take an interest in the opposite sex (except for her) and when he starts treating her more like a little sister than an equal. I loved Belly's younger voice, particularly because Han's deft pen does give Belly a different echo between her rewinding younger self, and current sixteen-year-old bewildered by her newfound magnetism.

    When these books were initially released and creating a furore, I was a little sceptical of the title. `The Summer I Turned Pretty' sounded sickeningly egotistical, and I worried that this would be a book about a girl realizing her body's new effect on the opposite sex. Let's face it, as women we've all known girls like that . . . those who were so sweet in their younger years, but became boy-crazy in puberty and saw fellow female as `the enemy'. Thankfully, Han's title is a little misleading . . . It's clear from Conrad and Jeremiah's reactions to her that Belly has grown from a child into a young woman in the span of one year. To read their responses to her, we can tell that Belly has even turned into quite the beautiful young woman. But Belly herself remains none the wiser. She still prefers oversized T-shirts to dresses. She hates heels and lives in sneakers. And she marks herself as wanting when she compares her looks to the girl's Conrad is interested in. Han also discounts Belly's vanity by comparing her to her best friend, Taylor, who visited the summer house at age 14 and was indeed one of those girls who was pretty, and knew it.

    I loved Belly. I loved that she was oblivious to herself, yet acutely aware of those around her. She is a very observant young girl, especially when it comes to Jeremiah and Conrad. She wisely observes the fact that she feels a twinge of jealousy when Jeremiah takes an interest in Taylor (when he has never noticed Belly in such a way). And she can read Conrad like an open book, even when his actions belie his true feelings . . . . Belly is just like so many young girls. Awkward and blossoming, unknowing of herself and unbelieving of people's interest in her.

    I loved Belly and her evolving relationship with the summer boys. But I also think that `The Summer I Turned Pretty' is a rather impressive character exploration. Conrad and Jeremiah are not boy-crush-prototypes. They're both complicated and messy young men - Conrad in his surly anger and quiet pride, and Jeremiah's hidden feelings of inferiority against his older brother, beloved by their father. And it's not just that boys who get deep back story - the adults in Han's novel are as important as their children. Susannah is keeping secrets, and it's more than just her crumbling marriage. Belly can't figure out why her parents divorced, but believes it's because her mother is an enigma. . . I love any YA book that puts parents in the spotlight and doesn't just sweep them under the rug. Han writes an excellent intertwining story of young and old, heartbreak and romance by including stories that concern the young characters and their parents.

    `The Summer I Turned Pretty' is a great little slice of contemporary romance. It's a very tame romance, since Belly is just starting out in womanhood . . . but the book is full of wanting. Belly's heartache bleeds on the page and every girl reading (and a few women too!) will completely and utterly live Belly's soaring crush and devastating heartbreak. It's young love, in all it's up and down glory.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2024
    This was honestly such a cute read and I just loved the storyline. There’s so much about growing up and just coming of age that’s portrayed so well :)
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2024
    Jenny Han's "The Summer I Turned Pretty" is a beautifully crafted story that perfectly captures the bittersweet essence of adolescence and the magic of summer. As Belly navigates her complex feelings for the boys she has grown up with, I found myself reminiscing about the emotions and experiences of my own teenage summers. Han's vivid prose brings the beach house and its surroundings to life, immersing readers in a world of warmth, nostalgia, and unforgettable memories. The relationships between Belly, Jeremiah, and Conrad are relatable and compelling, and the evolving dynamics create an engaging tension that drives the story forward. This novel delicately explores themes of love, identity, and the inevitable changes that come with growing up, making it a poignant read for anyone who has ever felt caught between childhood and adulthood. "The Summer I Turned Pretty" is a charming kickoff to a series that promises even more heartwarming moments and introspection. Highly recommended for fans of young adult fiction!
  • Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2023
    Isabel “Belly” Conklin has spent every summer of her life in Cousins Beach with her mother Laurel, her brother Steve and Laurel’s best friend Susannah Beck Fisher and her sons Conrad and Jeremiah. But this particular summer, Belly is turning 16 and life as they know it is about to change.
    This read is kind of a rabbit hole for me as I made the mistake of watching the season of the series and then needed to find out how it really goes first-hand so it’s, in some level, a backward walk if you catch my meaning. That said and as it should be, the book is richer than whatever is on TV, but I kept comparing it to my previous read by the author and it definitely fell short.
    As any good 15 year-old, Belly is massively confused about relationships and flips and flops between boys like a fish out of water even though deep down she knows who her heart belongs to. That fact alone was a little discouraging for me as she goes up and down like a yo-yo without realizing the drama going on all around her and how it’s affecting everybody else, especially the Fisher boys and this alone make her a not so likeable character in my book.
    On the other hand, I found the rest of the characters much better. The broody Conrad, the jokester Jeremiah, the obnoxious Steve, the pragmatic Laurel and motherly Susannah make good on the promise of heartfelt entertainment and sensitivity.
    Overall, it’s a good read that touches the lives of two families which are deeply intertwined by the bonds of friendship for all, whether adults or teenagers. Sisterly, maternal and romantic love is spread in all directions while the Fishers and the Conklins deal with what might be their last summer together.

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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2025
    Love the book so far. Very well thought out and overall the storyline is really interesting! The plot moves kind of slow in the beginning but speeds up fast! Would recommend to someone who is likes summery books!!!!
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2025
    AMAZING TAN READ! also luv the yellow on the actual hardcover + luv the photos on the sleeves
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2024
    There are parts that weren’t on the TV show that I really liked and I wish that were in the TV show but overall it was a great book. Sometimes I felt like it was repeating things that were already said in the beginning, but it was beautifully written.
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  • Nam Nguyen
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Beautiful, Heartfelt Coming-of-Age Story That Stays with You
    Reviewed in Canada on September 14, 2024
    The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han is one of those rare books that effortlessly transports you into another world. From the very first page, I was swept away by the dreamy, sun-soaked beach town where every summer feels like a new beginning.

    The story follows Belly, a girl who has spent every summer of her life at Cousins Beach with her family and their close friends. But this summer is different. It’s the summer she turns sixteen, the summer she starts to see herself—and the boys around her—in a whole new light. Belly’s journey of self-discovery, first love, and navigating the complex emotions that come with growing up is written in a way that feels so real and relatable.

    What I loved most about this book is the way Jenny Han captures the essence of a summer that changes everything. It’s filled with moments of nostalgia, heartache, joy, and bittersweet realizations. The relationships between the characters—especially the dynamic between Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah—are so well-crafted that you can’t help but feel invested in their stories. I was rooting for Belly throughout, even when her heart was torn in different directions.

    The writing is simple but lyrical, perfectly capturing the feelings of first love and the uncertainty of growing up. It's the kind of book that makes you long for lazy summer days by the ocean, and it reminded me of how those teenage years, with all their highs and lows, shape who we become.

    If you’re looking for a heartwarming, emotional read that will pull you in from start to finish, The Summer I Turned Pretty is a must-read. Whether you're a teen or an adult, it’s a story that beautifully captures the magic and messiness of adolescence. I can't wait to dive into the rest of the series!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars A Beautiful, Heartfelt Coming-of-Age Story That Stays with You
    Reviewed in Canada on September 14, 2024
    The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han is one of those rare books that effortlessly transports you into another world. From the very first page, I was swept away by the dreamy, sun-soaked beach town where every summer feels like a new beginning.

    The story follows Belly, a girl who has spent every summer of her life at Cousins Beach with her family and their close friends. But this summer is different. It’s the summer she turns sixteen, the summer she starts to see herself—and the boys around her—in a whole new light. Belly’s journey of self-discovery, first love, and navigating the complex emotions that come with growing up is written in a way that feels so real and relatable.

    What I loved most about this book is the way Jenny Han captures the essence of a summer that changes everything. It’s filled with moments of nostalgia, heartache, joy, and bittersweet realizations. The relationships between the characters—especially the dynamic between Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah—are so well-crafted that you can’t help but feel invested in their stories. I was rooting for Belly throughout, even when her heart was torn in different directions.

    The writing is simple but lyrical, perfectly capturing the feelings of first love and the uncertainty of growing up. It's the kind of book that makes you long for lazy summer days by the ocean, and it reminded me of how those teenage years, with all their highs and lows, shape who we become.

    If you’re looking for a heartwarming, emotional read that will pull you in from start to finish, The Summer I Turned Pretty is a must-read. Whether you're a teen or an adult, it’s a story that beautifully captures the magic and messiness of adolescence. I can't wait to dive into the rest of the series!
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  • Giovanna Arndt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ótimo
    Reviewed in Brazil on July 2, 2023
    Livro em perfeita qualidade e veio super bem embalado. Fiz o pedido ontem e já chegou hoje, estou muito satisfeita.
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    Reviewed in Brazil on July 2, 2023
    Livro em perfeita qualidade e veio super bem embalado. Fiz o pedido ontem e já chegou hoje, estou muito satisfeita.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Muy interesante
    Reviewed in Spain on January 13, 2025
    El libro es muy entretenido, con una trama increíble. Lo recomiendo mucho
  • Lidia
    5.0 out of 5 stars This is a good
    Reviewed in France on November 13, 2024
    When you start reading you do not stop.
    It is catching and you feel invested in the story
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    Reviewed in Egypt on November 5, 2024
    Most of item opened and used before ..