We'll Always Have Summer Summary
"We'll Always Have Summer" is the third and final book in the "Summer" trilogy by Jenny Han. The novel was published in 2011 and continues the story of Belly Conklin, Jeremiah Fisher, and Conrad Fisher, who are now in their early twenties.
The book begins with Belly returning home to the beach house in Cousins Beach for the first time in two years. She has been in college and is now preparing to marry her long-time boyfriend, Jeremiah. However, when Conrad returns to Cousins Beach, old feelings resurface, and Belly is torn between the two brothers once again.
Throughout the novel, Belly must come to terms with her feelings for both Conrad and Jeremiah and make a decision about who she truly loves. She also has to deal with the fallout from her decisions and the impact they have on her relationships with her friends and family.
One of the major themes in "We'll Always Have Summer" is the idea of growing up and moving on. Belly and her friends are no longer teenagers, and they must face the challenges and responsibilities of adulthood. This includes making difficult choices about their careers, relationships, and futures.
Another important theme is the idea of forgiveness and second chances. Many of the characters in the novel have made mistakes in the past, and they must learn to forgive each other and themselves in order to move forward. This includes Belly, who must forgive Conrad for hurting her in the past and decide whether or not to give him another chance.
Overall, "We'll Always Have Summer" is a poignant and emotional conclusion to the "Summer" trilogy. It explores the complexities of love, friendship, and family and the challenges of growing up and making difficult choices. Han's writing is beautiful and evocative, capturing the nostalgia and bittersweetness of summer and the passage of time. Fans of the previous two books in the series will not be disappointed, and new readers will be swept up in the compelling story and characters.
