THE SUMMER DEMANDS

This audiobook draws listeners in slowly and holds on tight. Beautifully narrated by Hillary Huber, the story introduces an engaging protagonist and a compelling location. Emily, who is turning 40 and is questioning everything about her life after a miscarriage, has just inherited an abandoned summer camp with her husband. After moving there, she discovers an unexpected resident, Stella, a captivating, enigmatic 22-year-old, who charms everyone she meets. As Emily and Stella grow closer, Emily begins to reevaluate where she has come from and where she is going. As the story recounts one unforgettable summer, Huber shines both in her vivid descriptions of the camp and in her nuanced presentation of the characters. A complex and convincing portrayal of friendship, intimacy, and identity. K.S.M. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2019]