Summer Sisters

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Summary: A page turner, but disappointing
Review: My mother discouraged me from reading Judy Blume books when I was a pre-teen, she said they were too trashy. I now understand why-Summer Sisters proclaimed itself shallow, mindless, and raunchy. Still, it was awfully hard to put down! Having read my share of romance novels, I'd say that Blume's new work reads along the same lines. I found myself getting annoyed at all of the characters. Call me a romantic, but try to give us a little hope about life, Judy!

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Summary: True to Judy Blume's style, A Book For Any "Best Friends"
Review: I have observed several women reading this book. As I read it, women asked me about it saying that they had seen the title and had fond memories of reading Judy Blume's books as young girls. I loved Ms. Blume's books as a young adolescent(Are You There God...), a teenager, and an adult (Wifey). From the minute I started "Summer Sisters" I could not put it down! I read it in less than four days! Ms. Blume's style is familiar; yet the use of descriptions of each character's feelings and thoughts interspersed between the third person narrative was creative, though sometimes a bit confusing. Readers of this book will identify with several of the characters, I am sure. I loved this book! And I was sad when it was over. Ms. Blume, I am waiting for your next novel!

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Summary: A quick, predictable read
Review: If you'd like to read a story where you simply watch two not-so-exciting lives click by, this is the book for you! As for me I'm going to go reread "Are You There God..." and see who has changed more in the last 20 years- me or Judy Blume!

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Summary: What a tremendous waste of time!
Review: I was surprised and very disappointed that Judy Blume would write such a trashy novel. Her books for kids are so sensitive and heartfelt but "Summer Sisters" was utter garbage. The characters were unsympathetic or pathetic or both. Caitlin, especially, was just too self-indulgent to be anything but despicable. It was impossible to relate to or care about Vix or Caitlin. On a positive note, I did find that having the various characters jump in and out with one-page thoughts on events that had just taken place a very interesting way to give a new perspective to the scene. All in all, though, reading "Summer Sisters" was a waste of time.

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Summary: Judy Blume- Adult Fiction
Review: What a great book. I read it in 2 days. I grew up reading Judy Blume and was excited to see this book on the shelves for adult readers. It brings me back to my childhood, reading all of her books. I love this book. I am telling all of my friends to read it, my fiancee read it!

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Summary: True Realities of Growing Up
Review: Judy does it once again, this book was excellent. A easy read but an excellent rendition of what growing up is all about. I would recommend it to anyone looking to relax and enjoy a great story.

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Summary: I expected more from this author
Review: This was one of those books I kept reading thinking it had to get better, but it failed to do so. I could find little in the two main characters to relate or to care about.

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Summary: Nice, easy summer reading
Review: This book is perfect for anyone who wants a quick, easy read . True to Judy Blume style, there's romance, lust and betrayal. But, if you're looking for a true literary work, this one isn't for you.

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Summary: An enjoyable read!
Review: This book was exactly what I expected it to be -- a light, enjoyable read, reminding me of my adolescence and, as Vix says in the book, I wouldn't want to go through all that again! It was poignant at times, fun most of the time, and very touching. The only thing I didn't like was that both Vix and Caitlin chose the get-married-and-have-babies thing -- why can't we find more books where women are happy and fulfilled without caving into the sexist notion that women just aren't complete unless they breed children? I really wanted Vix to develop more as a strong, independent woman -- and how great it would have been if either Vix or (especially) Caitlin had just said NO to kids and remained child-free!

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Summary: A wonderful book-Judy Blume is realism at its best!
Review: I was unable to put this book down. Like Vix, I also had a friend like Caitlin who up and left our friendship with no warning. Everyone who reads this will be able to relate well to the characters in this story. I truly agree that every person has had a friend like Caitlin at one point or another. I was glad that the ending was left open because it would be great if Blume would write a sequel in order for her readers to find out what happens to all of the characters, especially Vix and Gus, Abby, Lamb, and most of all the daughter whom Caitlin abandons. I would be interested to see if Caitlin really died or if she just disappeared again to escape marrying the Italian man. I related to Vix more than Caitlin. I would recommend this book to anyone. Blume deserves praise for writing such a fantastic story, I was unable to put it down. Blume writes in a realistic fashion, she has always been a realist, which is why so many people are able to relate to her.