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Summer Unplugged
Bayleigh is addicted to her cell phone and her mom has had enough. After catching her sending a less than lady-like photo to a boy who barely knows her, Bayleigh's mom sends her away to her grandparent's house for the summer--sans cell phone, laptop and Ipod. Bayleigh thinks the summer will be torture without social media...that is until she meets the boy next door.
128 pages, ebook
First published March 4, 2013
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Amy Sparling
101 books806 followersAmy Sparling is the USA Today Bestselling author of books with swoony first loves and heartwarming endings. She lives on the coast of Texas with her family, her spoiled rotten pets, and a huge pile of books.
By day, she works as a librarian, and by night you can find her curled up with a book–either one she’s reading or one she’s writing.
Amy Sparling is the pen name of author Cheyanne Young, but she’ll answer to either name!
By day, she works as a librarian, and by night you can find her curled up with a book–either one she’s reading or one she’s writing.
Amy Sparling is the pen name of author Cheyanne Young, but she’ll answer to either name!
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February 7, 2017
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This was a YA contemporary romance novella.
Bayleigh came across as quite immature and selfish in this book, and she constantly moaned about her sort-of boyfriend - Ian, and about her mobile phone being taken away from her, and didn’t seem to really care all that much about anyone else at all.
The storyline in this was about Bayleigh being sent to stay with her grandparents for the summer after behaving badly, and basically finding some other boy to fixate on instead. It was a little predictable in places, but it wasn’t a bad story, and the new guy, Jace, seemed fairly sweet.
The ending to this was fairly happy, but I am interested to see what happens in the rest of the series.
6 out of 10
This was a YA contemporary romance novella.
Bayleigh came across as quite immature and selfish in this book, and she constantly moaned about her sort-of boyfriend - Ian, and about her mobile phone being taken away from her, and didn’t seem to really care all that much about anyone else at all.
The storyline in this was about Bayleigh being sent to stay with her grandparents for the summer after behaving badly, and basically finding some other boy to fixate on instead. It was a little predictable in places, but it wasn’t a bad story, and the new guy, Jace, seemed fairly sweet.
The ending to this was fairly happy, but I am interested to see what happens in the rest of the series.
6 out of 10
March 22, 2015
Parts of this story were really cute. The writing isn't bad and could be improved with a little more polishing. I just couldn't really get into this because the main character was not very likable to me.
Bayleigh was constantly complaining about not having her phone and how without it she had no life. I understand that she was used to having it, but her complaints were overboard. And she wasn't doing anything to try and improve her relationship with her mother. She kept pushing, making trust impossible.
Bayleigh and Jade were cute together, but it was a bit rushed aand kind of silly. I hope that in the next book there is more done to build the relationship. And Bayleigh really just needs to learn to be her own person. She did get a little better toward the end, but this book wasn't long enough for me to ever come to like her.
Bayleigh was constantly complaining about not having her phone and how without it she had no life. I understand that she was used to having it, but her complaints were overboard. And she wasn't doing anything to try and improve her relationship with her mother. She kept pushing, making trust impossible.
Bayleigh and Jade were cute together, but it was a bit rushed aand kind of silly. I hope that in the next book there is more done to build the relationship. And Bayleigh really just needs to learn to be her own person. She did get a little better toward the end, but this book wasn't long enough for me to ever come to like her.
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July 2, 2023Thankfully this was free because it was terrible
October 3, 2024
Well that was torture, I only finished cuz Jace had me giggling and swinging my feet
May 24, 2021
don’t recommend :/ it’s a book with a super rushed relationship and i felt like no attachment to any of the characters. the plot was basic and i didn’t even realize that the book was over until i saw the acknowledgements, so not a good sign!
July 13, 2017
What happens when your parent can't handle you anymore? For Bayleigh it means getting shipped off to her grandparent's farm in the middle of nowhere and worse without any form of communication. Bayleigh has pushed her mom far too many times from hanging out and getting serious with her boyfriend Ian who has been to juvie and is in and out of trouble, sneaking out to go to parties and plain old disobeying her mother. Her mother has had it up to here with her and has decided it's time for Plan B. This summer vacation, she has shipped Bayleigh off to spend time with her parents at their farm. During this time, Bayleigh meets the new next-door neighbor who is about her age or closer to Ian's. Jace is a professional Motocross rider and has been tearing up his new property which was left to him by his grandad. You see he is on a recovery break as well. As the novel goes along, we do read as Jace, and Bayleigh get close but what will happen when Ian decides to make a surprise visit to the farm and meets Jace? I have to admit; I found this YA novel a bit childish in parts as both Bayleigh and Ian both annoyed me as they were acting like spoilt brats. For Bayleigh, it's like seriously do you think you are that entitled that you can do whatever the heck you want ? and Ian, what sort of guy does it make you if you think you can play with people's feelings - seriously? Jace - do you think it's a good idea to get into the middle of another love triangle as that's what got you blacklisted from a few major Motocross sponsors, etc.
Maybe it's my age, but this YA novel annoyed me. I think too that it is more suited to the age of 12-15+ years. So if you are looking for a good book for your tween to read, then Summer Unplugged series by Amy Sparling is a good place to start.
Maybe it's my age, but this YA novel annoyed me. I think too that it is more suited to the age of 12-15+ years. So if you are looking for a good book for your tween to read, then Summer Unplugged series by Amy Sparling is a good place to start.
March 18, 2015
Actual Rating - 2.5
Bayleigh really annoyed me at the start, and even though she got a bit better towards the end, I just couldn't warm to her enough to like her.
This wasn't an awful read, but I felt bored quite a few times, so I didn't love it.
I don't think I'll bother with the rest of the series.
Bayleigh really annoyed me at the start, and even though she got a bit better towards the end, I just couldn't warm to her enough to like her.
This wasn't an awful read, but I felt bored quite a few times, so I didn't love it.
I don't think I'll bother with the rest of the series.
June 6, 2021
Buddy-reading trashy books with my college roommate #7
((I don't know what kind of depth I expected from a 120-page-long story, but even kiddy pools provide a more immersive experience. However, I'm sick and my head hurts and I can't really imagine reading anything much more complex than this. A blessing in disguise, perhaps? Don't be fool, however, it's bad.))
((I don't know what kind of depth I expected from a 120-page-long story, but even kiddy pools provide a more immersive experience. However, I'm sick and my head hurts and I can't really imagine reading anything much more complex than this. A blessing in disguise, perhaps? Don't be fool, however, it's bad.))
April 3, 2023
genuinely how long have they known each other
December 17, 2013
I liked Summer Unplugged. Yes it was a short story that I felt would've connected me more to the characters had there been more length, but it was still interesting nonetheless. I mean, how many of us can disconnect ourselves from our cell phones or computer? Not many, I think. This story is a good representation of how attached one teenager is to technology and how naive some girls can be with unhealthy relationships, but how nice it is to finally have that wake up call.
Bayleigh was childish and complacent at times, even did silly things because she was blinded by her crush. Bayleigh is like most young girls her age and I thought the character depicted the right attitude. I wasn't expecting her to be super mature or anything that would have me wondering if I was reading about someone in her thirties. That to me was good in itself.
Her reaction to the uncool request of her crush was realistic, because as much as we're reading and shaking our heads and calling her stupid, girls do that a lot in society and put themselves in bad situations. Thankfully, nothing like what I feared would happen to her from that mistake did, and I was happy she had an epitome while enduring her so-called punishment of spending the summer with her grandparents and away from all her gadgets.
In comes this other guy who is by far more appealing and more deserving of any girl's interest. He basically helps Bayliegh to realize she's worth far more than what she settles for with her crush and I was beyond relief when she finally got it together. Though, there were times I wanted to slap her silly for actually considering to ignore his crappy personality and ill-treatments. Anyhoo, that aside, I'm happy she found happiness with the right kind of guy for her. Someone that will most definitely treat her right.
Overall, it was a cute, fast-paced and enjoyable story. Again, it could've been lengthier, but I did like it and am so going to continue the series. If you're into YA contemporary with sweet romances you'll enjoy this one.
Bayleigh was childish and complacent at times, even did silly things because she was blinded by her crush. Bayleigh is like most young girls her age and I thought the character depicted the right attitude. I wasn't expecting her to be super mature or anything that would have me wondering if I was reading about someone in her thirties. That to me was good in itself.
Her reaction to the uncool request of her crush was realistic, because as much as we're reading and shaking our heads and calling her stupid, girls do that a lot in society and put themselves in bad situations. Thankfully, nothing like what I feared would happen to her from that mistake did, and I was happy she had an epitome while enduring her so-called punishment of spending the summer with her grandparents and away from all her gadgets.
In comes this other guy who is by far more appealing and more deserving of any girl's interest. He basically helps Bayliegh to realize she's worth far more than what she settles for with her crush and I was beyond relief when she finally got it together. Though, there were times I wanted to slap her silly for actually considering to ignore his crappy personality and ill-treatments. Anyhoo, that aside, I'm happy she found happiness with the right kind of guy for her. Someone that will most definitely treat her right.
Overall, it was a cute, fast-paced and enjoyable story. Again, it could've been lengthier, but I did like it and am so going to continue the series. If you're into YA contemporary with sweet romances you'll enjoy this one.
March 5, 2023
It’s a cute and short YA romance, just wasn’t for me.
August 22, 2023
bayleigh is so annoying omg
July 23, 2023
I just wanted a cute & quick read to get me out my slump , this was insanely too quick. Writing was meh and this was just targeted to a very young audience , pointless for me :/ but at least I read something haha maybe I would like it if I was like 12 years old hehe
July 13, 2024
this was the worse love trope i ever read I HATE THOSE CHARACTERS AND I COULDNT STAND THEM
~ „There's something about being surrounded by strangers you'll never see again that can change your perspective of what's embarrassing." ~
but this quote is SOOO god and real I LOVE IT
~ „There's something about being surrounded by strangers you'll never see again that can change your perspective of what's embarrassing." ~
but this quote is SOOO god and real I LOVE IT
December 21, 2023
Or this. I need to stop reading free kindle books.
April 22, 2023
Cute and very quick read. YA. I picked it because I am behind on my book challenge and needed to catch up! But, now, I’m hooked so I’m going to read the rest of the four books in this series.
December 16, 2023
This book was so much fun. I’m in love with Bayleigh and Jace! I’m super excited to continue this series!
April 13, 2024
this was genuinely a waste of time. i read this book in under an hour. there was no plot line or anything interesting in the text.
January 16, 2025
if she mentions her phone one more time i swear
June 7, 2020
While this book was a cliche summer teenage romance book, I enjoyed it more than I thought I would. I really enjoyed how the main character Bayleigh grew as a person and realized how she should be treated by a boy. The one thing that stuck out to me that I didn’t notice until the end was that there was no suspense or surprises in the book until the very end and you always knew what was coming next. Overall, I really enjoyed this book and am planning on reading the sequel to this series.
November 15, 2020
I liked it, why not. Not that I can relate to Bayleigh or anything but I could get why she acts the way she does. And we obviously owe that to the skilled author who expressed Bayleigh's feelings clearly! That she didn't ramble on about feelings, nor did she waste pages and pages on unrelated events made me love the story. Plus, the humor captured me.
January 19, 2024
it was very short and very fast paced, so so good if you wanna get out of a reading slump or if you want a quick read
May 7, 2015
I won an audio book of The Summer Unplugged Series books 1-5.
Bayleigh, is addicted to her cell phone, and with her mouth and defiant ways, her mother is tired of. When she catches Bayleigh sending half naked pictures to her "sorta boyfriend" Ian, she takes her cell phone away and sends her to stay with her grandparents for the summer...whom have no internet and no cable. Unfortunately, Bayleigh is whiny and very childish, I guess as we would suspect from a young girl, so I'm not giving any lower stars for that reason. But to a point, it was a little too much... that is what made me go down a rating.
In comes Jase, this super hott motor-cross "star" who is by far more appealing and more deserving of any girl's interest. He basically helps Bayliegh to realize she's worth far more than what she settles for with her crush and I was beyond relief when she finally got it together. I'm happy she found happiness with the right kind of guy for her. Someone that will most definitely treat her right.
I liked Summer Unplugged. I took me a month to finally continue listening to the book past the first few chapters. Yes it was a short story that I felt would've connected me more to the characters had there been more length, but it was still interesting nonetheless. I mean, how many of us can disconnect ourselves from our cell phones or computer? This story is a good representation of how attached teenagers are to technology and how naive some girls can be with unhealthy relationships. I do not feel like she learned anything by being grounded. Yes she went to stay with her grandparents in the middle of nowhere with no technology, but she still found time to hang out with a boy. And now, instead of being hung up on Ian, she is hung up on Jace, and I didn't really see any character development.
Overall, it was a cute, fast-paced and enjoyable story. I would recommend reading the entire series before forming an opinion and not going any further. I don't want to give away spoilers, but you're going to want to read ASAP! If you're into YA contemporary with sweet romances you'll enjoy this one.
Bayleigh, is addicted to her cell phone, and with her mouth and defiant ways, her mother is tired of. When she catches Bayleigh sending half naked pictures to her "sorta boyfriend" Ian, she takes her cell phone away and sends her to stay with her grandparents for the summer...whom have no internet and no cable. Unfortunately, Bayleigh is whiny and very childish, I guess as we would suspect from a young girl, so I'm not giving any lower stars for that reason. But to a point, it was a little too much... that is what made me go down a rating.
In comes Jase, this super hott motor-cross "star" who is by far more appealing and more deserving of any girl's interest. He basically helps Bayliegh to realize she's worth far more than what she settles for with her crush and I was beyond relief when she finally got it together. I'm happy she found happiness with the right kind of guy for her. Someone that will most definitely treat her right.
I liked Summer Unplugged. I took me a month to finally continue listening to the book past the first few chapters. Yes it was a short story that I felt would've connected me more to the characters had there been more length, but it was still interesting nonetheless. I mean, how many of us can disconnect ourselves from our cell phones or computer? This story is a good representation of how attached teenagers are to technology and how naive some girls can be with unhealthy relationships. I do not feel like she learned anything by being grounded. Yes she went to stay with her grandparents in the middle of nowhere with no technology, but she still found time to hang out with a boy. And now, instead of being hung up on Ian, she is hung up on Jace, and I didn't really see any character development.
Overall, it was a cute, fast-paced and enjoyable story. I would recommend reading the entire series before forming an opinion and not going any further. I don't want to give away spoilers, but you're going to want to read ASAP! If you're into YA contemporary with sweet romances you'll enjoy this one.
June 29, 2022
So.
Um here we go. This was not my favorite book at all. There were many things that could have been improved, but first let me say that I am confused. Bayleigh, our main character, was childish and annoying and I don't understand how she has two guys fighting over her. Sure, one is a jerk, but I can't believe she is spending all of her time obsessing over a boy who treated her horribly. Maybe it's because I'm not a popular person or obsessed with my phone, but this story just didn't resonate with me. Also, Jace was arrested before? And we just skipped over that?? Now he owns a farm and Grandpa hates him until he just doesn't? Grandpa was the only person that had sense in this story and stood up to Bayleigh's snobbish attitude. Plus for Grandpa! But other than that, I am not sure where the good aspects of this story are, but it was free on amazon.
Um here we go. This was not my favorite book at all. There were many things that could have been improved, but first let me say that I am confused. Bayleigh, our main character, was childish and annoying and I don't understand how she has two guys fighting over her. Sure, one is a jerk, but I can't believe she is spending all of her time obsessing over a boy who treated her horribly. Maybe it's because I'm not a popular person or obsessed with my phone, but this story just didn't resonate with me. Also, Jace was arrested before? And we just skipped over that?? Now he owns a farm and Grandpa hates him until he just doesn't? Grandpa was the only person that had sense in this story and stood up to Bayleigh's snobbish attitude. Plus for Grandpa! But other than that, I am not sure where the good aspects of this story are, but it was free on amazon.
May 7, 2016
This is really short story. I loved the writing but what bothered me was how I couldn't connect with the characters at all. Bayleigh seemed too self-centered and obsessive. Jace was all OOC. And because it was so short, things happen quickly without reason. I don't like the ending. I wish it ended with a cliffhanger so that it build more tension between Jace and Bayleigh.
May 30, 2023
A Summer of WOW!
If I wasn't a fan of Amy Sparling's work before, I am now! Bayleigh was a character who surprised me, a teen going from phone addicted to being just fine tech-less. I'm delighted there are nine other books in the Summer Unplugged series, because I plan to read them all!
If I wasn't a fan of Amy Sparling's work before, I am now! Bayleigh was a character who surprised me, a teen going from phone addicted to being just fine tech-less. I'm delighted there are nine other books in the Summer Unplugged series, because I plan to read them all!
December 3, 2013
Such a cute little book, I admit the way Bayliegh was acting like it's the end of the world with out a phone or computer irked me but Jace made it all better! can't wait to start the next one tomorrow!
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