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Summary: Great Book!
Review: I thought this was an excellent book, well written and developed. It tells stories that most girls can relate to- adoring the most popular girl in class, falling head over heels for a guy, experiencing family troubles, and eventually ending up exactly where you were meant to be from the start. Judy Blume does a marvelous job of describing how the characters grow physically and emotionally, and she uses great imagery so that you feel you are actually being transported to Martha's Vineyard. This was a thoroughly enjoyable read both times I've read it, and I would highly reccomed it to any girl looking for a great fictional novel with a bit of sex, a bit of mystery, and a lot of friendship!
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Summary: Grab a Comforable Chair and a Glass of Wine
Review: I am in my mid-20's, and I had not read a book by Judy Blume since I was in elementary school. While browsing the shelves for some easy summer reading, I came across Summer Sisters, and I was curious.Judy Blume did not disappoint. I found myself reading until the wee hours of the morning to see what would happen between Vix and Caitlin. The story is set in the late 70's through the early 90's - perhaps the height of sexual ignorance and exploration for Caitlin and Vix's generation. Younger readers should be warned that the main characters exhibit these attitudes. Consequences of this behavior are noted, but mostly in the lives of the minor characters. Those who criticize the book for its lack of realism may not have had a "summer sister" of their own. The story explores the complexities surrounding a relationship between two girls as they mature and struggle with adulthood. I saw some of myself in these characters, and I also saw traits of my own "summer sisters" that have come and gone in my life. The conversations and inner thoughts of the characters have an raw authenticity that is both humorous and heartbreaking. This book is a wonderful summer read.
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Summary: I love this book!!!!!
Review: I first read this book five summers ago. One night I picked it up and I didn't put it down until I read the entire thing. I reread this book all the time and recommend it to every girl I know. This book is the book that all my future beach reads must live up to. Read it!
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Summary: Summer Sisters -
Review: Pros: Light reading targeted at the adult audience
Cons: Ends too suddenly
The Bottom Line: I commend this book not only for it's real life nature but also for it's incredible descriptions and astonishing imagery.
Recommended: Yes -----------------------------
The experiences we go through in our younger years evidently change and shape our lives. This is a story which illustrates the friendship between two girls over a lengthy period. It displays both the downfalls and the happiness experienced by these two appealing and remarkable characters. The saying, "Opposites attract," has never rung a truer note. The two characters come from completely different backgrounds and while the one is confident and lacks no fear, the other is shy and is aware of her surroundings. You will find yourself laughing accordingly at the jokes shared between them, but will also notice your eyes becoming glazed during various scenes. Having known Judy Blume for her children's books, I was unaware of the talent she has uncovered by writing adult books. I commend this book not only for it's real life nature but also for it's incredible descriptions and astonishing imagery.
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Summary: It was okay, but don't expect greatness.
Review: I was a huge fan of Judy Blume when I was growing up. Now at 26, I recall reading her books with great fondness. I thought that they were appropriately written for adolescents. Summer Sisters is the first adult book I've ready by Judy Blume and was left feeling disappointed. When I was younger, I remember thinking that she knew exactly what it felt like to be that age. Throughout Summer Sisters, I didn't think she knew what it felt like to be an adult. At what point does Vix need to stand up for herself and stop letting Caitlin walk all over her. Vix's character was a doormat. I could not find it in myself to find sympathy for her. Also, I feel like Judy Blume glossed over the story. There was so much that could have been done with the characters. I found them to be terribly flat. Considering how many years this book covered, I did not feel as if there was more that one or two characteristics per person in the book. While the book was a good read, it had no depth.
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Summary: One of the Best Books I've Read
Review: This was a great book, one of the best i've read. It was hard to put down, keeping your interest until the very last page. I loved it and look forward to reading Judy Blume's other adult novels.
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Summary: Quality of a Novel is in the mind of a Reader
Review: The Quality of a Novel is in the Mind of the Reader
Books and stories have been around for many years. Their purpose in life is to give information and stir up the imagination. Concisely, their sole purpose in life is to be enjoyed. Some books are revered more than others. The formula for a great book is an interesting plot and the literary devices used to strengthen it. Similar to the saying "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder", the quality of a novel is in the mind of a reader. Some people may enjoy books simply on whether the plot was to their liking. To others, great books are based on literary devices used such as symbolism and imagery. Literary devices are used to give essence to plot. Without much use of literary devices, a book tends to be more on the lifeless side.
In the novel Summer Sisters by Judy Blume, the writing is strengthened by only one literary device used throughout the entire book. Imagery was the only literary device found in Summer Sisters. Throughout the entire book every character, every place, and every piece of clothing was plainly illustrated. The novel had a basic plot. There was no symbolism, and diction was picked at random. Although the plot was excellent, keeping the reader in anticipation, it could have been slightly strengthened by additional usage of literary devices. Literary devices can strengthen any novel, but Summer Sisters did satisfactory with the use of only one. All in all, it was a wonderful book that was well received by most readers.
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Summary: Opposites Attract
Review: Victoria Leonard and Cailin Somers are about as different from one another as they come. Victoria (Vix as Cailin calls her) is shy and aware of all of her surroundings, while Cailin is a risk taker and wild. They become united only in the Summer, when Cailin takes Vix to a breezy island called Martha's Vineyard. There the two become summer sisters. While Caitlin's family is rich and she is priveleged, Vix comes from a broken home, with two other siblings who become reckless once Vix leaves for the summer.
As Vix and Caitlin grow older their realtionship starts to fade from white to black. Vix goes away to Harvard and Caitlin leaves to travel the world. Their only communtication for the next three years is the occasional phone call and letter. As their relationship grows hazier, so does the plot of the book, when a sudden twist occurs. Vix's long time summer love turns on her, and soon after that falls in love with Caitlin. This leaves Vix torn and shattered. But nothing could tear the two summer sisters apart, not even a guy that Caitlin loved and Vix had once loved. Through the next couple of years Vix's normal character of being the one that gets stomped all over by Caitlin changes. She becomes stronger, and doesn't fall for Caitlin's games as easily. She knows Caitlin's games all too well. And even though Vix had promised herself that she wouldn't let her heart be shattered again by Caitlin, it does get shattered. When Caitlin suddenly isn't there to shatter it. This is a story of firsts. First friends, first kisses, first loves, and first losts. It shows what friendship is REALLY like. It is a must-read.
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Summary: Summer Sisters
Review: As a childhood lover of Judy Blume books I was happy to discover her more adult novels. Summer Sisters, with a nostalgic tone, follows the actions of two best friend girls with inherently different prospects on life. Growing up together, they deal with the tough issues of relationships and the hurt and betrayal of a best friend. You find yourself laughing out loud at their inside jokes and situations that can be related to most adolescent girls. Blume weaves the story brilliantly and each character is fully developed. With each problematic situation, one can distinguish and predict each character's reaction. The reader develops a liking and has sympathetic sentiment towards both girls and in the end wants both to succeed. A real page turner, I could not find myself to put it down.
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Summary: All grown up
Review: Judy Blume was mandatory reading for young girls while I was growing up. Reading her books (such as the classic, Are You There God, It's Me Margaret) showed us we were not alone. So, I was interested to see what an adult book of hers would offer. I was NOT disappointed. The story in Summer Sisters draws on the lives of two very different but connected girls who grow into their own women. Blume avoids generalities and cliches in the characterizations of the two women. She weaves the story beautifully. A real page turner, I was anxious to see what would happen next and sad to have to close the book at the end. Worth the read!
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