Citation: Fenton, A. (2022). The summer between us. Formac Publishing Company Limited.
Eventually, every teen must make the difficult decision of what their future holds. Eighteen-year-old Adrian Carter finds himself at such a point. He wishes to follow his longtime girlfriend Mel and her band on a cross-country trip, but he wonders if this will benefit his future. Adrian's parents are urging him to attend post-secondary school to find his own passion and community. Adrian must make this decision while dealing with the added stress and pressure from his loved ones. Will he be able to navigate the emotional highs and make it through the summer?
This book is for any teenager currently choosing their future and worrying about letting their loved ones down. The novel provides a nuanced perspective of a biracial teen who deals with issues in their own community while navigating contemporary issues such as class differences. It would be beneficial for any teen graduating from school.
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