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Sunkissed
Book (2022)
A lighthearted and swoony contemporary YA romance by fan-favorite author Kasie West about a girl who finds that a summer spent at a family resort isn't as bad as she imagined . . . and that falling in love is filled with heartache, laughter, and surprises!
Avery has always used music as an escape. But after her best friend betrays her, even her perfectly curated playlists can't help her forget what happened. To make matters worse, her parents have dragged her and her social-media-obsessed sister to a remote family camp for two months of "fun." Just when Avery is ready to give up on the summer altogether, she meets Brooks--mysterious, frustratingly charming Brooks--who just happens to be on staff--which means he's off-limits.
What starts as a disaster turns into. . . something else. As the outside world falls away, Avery embarks on a journey of self-discovery. And when Brooks offers her the chance of a lifetime, she must figure out how far is she willing to go to find out what she wants and who she wants to be.
Fan favorite Kasie West is back with another unforgettable summer romance that reminds us falling in love is full of wonder, heartache, and--most of all--surprises.
Avery has always used music as an escape. But after her best friend betrays her, even her perfectly curated playlists can't help her forget what happened. To make matters worse, her parents have dragged her and her social-media-obsessed sister to a remote family camp for two months of "fun." Just when Avery is ready to give up on the summer altogether, she meets Brooks--mysterious, frustratingly charming Brooks--who just happens to be on staff--which means he's off-limits.
What starts as a disaster turns into. . . something else. As the outside world falls away, Avery embarks on a journey of self-discovery. And when Brooks offers her the chance of a lifetime, she must figure out how far is she willing to go to find out what she wants and who she wants to be.
Fan favorite Kasie West is back with another unforgettable summer romance that reminds us falling in love is full of wonder, heartache, and--most of all--surprises.
Book (2022)
A lighthearted and swoony contemporary YA romance by fan-favorite author Kasie West about a girl who finds that a summer spent at a family resort isn't as bad as she imagined . . . and that falling in love is filled with heartache, laughter, and surprises!
Avery has always used music as an escape. But after her best friend betrays her, even her perfectly curated playlists can't help her forget what happened. To make matters worse, her parents have dragged her and her social-media-obsessed sister to a remote family camp for two months of "fun." Just when Avery is ready to give up on the summer altogether, she meets Brooks--mysterious, frustratingly charming Brooks--who just happens to be on staff--which means he's off-limits.
What starts as a disaster turns into. . . something else. As the outside world falls away, Avery embarks on a journey of self-discovery. And when Brooks offers her the chance of a lifetime, she must figure out how far is she willing to go to find out what she wants and who she wants to be.
Fan favorite Kasie West is back with another unforgettable summer romance that reminds us falling in love is full of wonder, heartache, and--most of all--surprises.
Avery has always used music as an escape. But after her best friend betrays her, even her perfectly curated playlists can't help her forget what happened. To make matters worse, her parents have dragged her and her social-media-obsessed sister to a remote family camp for two months of "fun." Just when Avery is ready to give up on the summer altogether, she meets Brooks--mysterious, frustratingly charming Brooks--who just happens to be on staff--which means he's off-limits.
What starts as a disaster turns into. . . something else. As the outside world falls away, Avery embarks on a journey of self-discovery. And when Brooks offers her the chance of a lifetime, she must figure out how far is she willing to go to find out what she wants and who she wants to be.
Fan favorite Kasie West is back with another unforgettable summer romance that reminds us falling in love is full of wonder, heartache, and--most of all--surprises.
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Sex & Nudity
The story features typical young adult romantic tension, including flirting, crushes, and brief, innocent kissing appropriate for the genre.
Violence & Gore
There is no physical violence or gore present in this lighthearted contemporary romance story.
Profanity
The dialogue is very clean, featuring only infrequent mild language such as 'd*mn' or 'h*ll' used in casual, non-offensive contexts.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
The narrative focuses on a family-friendly camp environment and does not involve substance use or drinking.
Frightening Scenes
The book maintains a light, breezy tone throughout, with no scary or psychologically intense content.
Key Insights
Quick summary and important considerations
A story about navigating a summer away from home, learning to let go of old hurt, and finding the confidence to be yourself.
Detailed Analysis
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What Parents Need to Know
The story revolves around a teen summer camp setting with themes of teen romance. It is clean, focused on emotional development, and lacks mature content like substance use or graphic violence.
What Kids Can Learn
Teens can explore the complexities of shifting friendships and the value of defining one's own path regardless of external pressures.
Key Topics Discussed
Teen romance
Self-discovery
Social media impact
Why Parents Might Like It
It offers a wholesome, character-driven narrative that models healthy emotional processing and the transition into young adulthood.
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Positive messages
Emphasizes the importance of processing betrayal, finding independent identity outside of social circles, and learning to communicate honestly in romantic settings.
Role models
The protagonist demonstrates growth through introspection and resilience, though the romantic interest initially presents as a conventional 'off-limits' trope.
Representation
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Learning
Provides a relatable look at social-emotional development, specifically handling peer conflict and setting personal boundaries.
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