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Maybe for the Summer
Julius Gallalucci's plans have all fallen through, leaving him stressed and scrambling weeks before his album release and tour announcement.
When the pressure becomes too much, he and his team duck off to Eastover to revamp and recharge. What he didn't plan for was his world to clash with a wide-eyed beauty who would prove more of a muse than a distraction.
Daysha Jorden's dreams seem to be in the blender. Instead of working for her family, she chose the corporate life, wanting to be in the big city instead of the small town she was accustomed to. But nothing ever goes as planned. When she's left to pick up the pieces of a shattered dream, her family calls just in time, sending her and her friends on a getaway to Eastover. But there's a catch. The two-week getaway comes with one Daysha must satisfy a mystery client that will save the family concierge company from ruin.
When Daysha is finally face-to-face with Jay Lucci every plan and dream she shaped for herself goes out of the window. And for once, she finds herself living freely. Can what is formed survive past the weeks in Eastover or is it maybe for the summer?
When the pressure becomes too much, he and his team duck off to Eastover to revamp and recharge. What he didn't plan for was his world to clash with a wide-eyed beauty who would prove more of a muse than a distraction.
Daysha Jorden's dreams seem to be in the blender. Instead of working for her family, she chose the corporate life, wanting to be in the big city instead of the small town she was accustomed to. But nothing ever goes as planned. When she's left to pick up the pieces of a shattered dream, her family calls just in time, sending her and her friends on a getaway to Eastover. But there's a catch. The two-week getaway comes with one Daysha must satisfy a mystery client that will save the family concierge company from ruin.
When Daysha is finally face-to-face with Jay Lucci every plan and dream she shaped for herself goes out of the window. And for once, she finds herself living freely. Can what is formed survive past the weeks in Eastover or is it maybe for the summer?
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August 6, 2025
10/10
5 STARSSSS
NO NOTES
JUJU & DAY😭😍😩
This was such a beautiful story of love, healing, what it means to find your person who literally change your whole life in a blink of an eye….
AP….you are something special. The tears I cried … you broke my heart towards that ending and repaired it all the same… one hell of a book.
5 STARSSSS
NO NOTES
JUJU & DAY😭😍😩
This was such a beautiful story of love, healing, what it means to find your person who literally change your whole life in a blink of an eye….
AP….you are something special. The tears I cried … you broke my heart towards that ending and repaired it all the same… one hell of a book.
September 9, 2024
“Butterfly?” Julius nodded. “Yeah, adding beauty to everything you land on. Got me trying to be your garden and sh*t.” 🦋🩷🎤
They say that sometimes when things begin to fall apart, they’re really falling into place. This couldn’t be more true for Julius and Daysha respectively as their careers take a nose dive in a way that neither of them could have anticipated. It doesn’t matter how much money you make for a company, you’re ALWAYS disposable and these two found out the hard way. Oh but GOD!!! When one door closes, you throw a grenade against the wall and create your own entryway.
Just call them Pinky and the Brain because Julius and Daysha’s paths crossing allowed them to take over the world in a major way. It wasn’t easy but nothing worth having ever is. Day was exactly what Juju needed and nothing made me happier than to read about her loving him wholly and completely. I loved that Day wasn’t a weak b!tch. She held Ju accountable while maintaining his dignity as a man. I mean Aubree couldn’t have written a more solid, powerful, loving, soulmate for Julius.
There’s nothing better than witnessing the growth of an author and it’s clear that Aubree poured her WHOLE heart and soul into this book. The depth of these characters and the emotions felt reading their story was so touching.
☕️I know a cup of espresso hated to see Day coming! 🤭
📑 I know a bull sh*t contract hates to see Ju coming!
🧑🏾🦳 Loved me some Grams 🥰
💙 It was the Album listening party for me
It was the photoshoot vibes for me 📸
It was most definitely papa Jorden for me 😏
For my own satisfaction, I would have loved to read on page Day giving a big fat “I TOLD YOU SO” to her haters!! Y’all know who y’all are 😒
Aubree took heavy topics such as addiction, mental health and suicide and delivered them in such a respectable, heartfelt way and I can’t wait to see what else she has up her sleeve for us!
They say that sometimes when things begin to fall apart, they’re really falling into place. This couldn’t be more true for Julius and Daysha respectively as their careers take a nose dive in a way that neither of them could have anticipated. It doesn’t matter how much money you make for a company, you’re ALWAYS disposable and these two found out the hard way. Oh but GOD!!! When one door closes, you throw a grenade against the wall and create your own entryway.
Just call them Pinky and the Brain because Julius and Daysha’s paths crossing allowed them to take over the world in a major way. It wasn’t easy but nothing worth having ever is. Day was exactly what Juju needed and nothing made me happier than to read about her loving him wholly and completely. I loved that Day wasn’t a weak b!tch. She held Ju accountable while maintaining his dignity as a man. I mean Aubree couldn’t have written a more solid, powerful, loving, soulmate for Julius.
There’s nothing better than witnessing the growth of an author and it’s clear that Aubree poured her WHOLE heart and soul into this book. The depth of these characters and the emotions felt reading their story was so touching.
☕️I know a cup of espresso hated to see Day coming! 🤭
📑 I know a bull sh*t contract hates to see Ju coming!
🧑🏾🦳 Loved me some Grams 🥰
💙 It was the Album listening party for me
It was the photoshoot vibes for me 📸
It was most definitely papa Jorden for me 😏
For my own satisfaction, I would have loved to read on page Day giving a big fat “I TOLD YOU SO” to her haters!! Y’all know who y’all are 😒
Aubree took heavy topics such as addiction, mental health and suicide and delivered them in such a respectable, heartfelt way and I can’t wait to see what else she has up her sleeve for us!
September 8, 2024
I love a good rapper romance trope. I enjoyed reading the growth in Julius and Daysha.
September 2, 2025
3/5
- Such a fun and spicy read!! The chemistry was magnetic and I love how we really got to see the relationship grow.
- This is a thick book but I read it so fast! The pacing is perfect and the writing made it so easy to read.
- Definitely won’t be the last book that I read by this author! Was a perfect read to end the summer
- Such a fun and spicy read!! The chemistry was magnetic and I love how we really got to see the relationship grow.
- This is a thick book but I read it so fast! The pacing is perfect and the writing made it so easy to read.
- Definitely won’t be the last book that I read by this author! Was a perfect read to end the summer
September 7, 2024
💗💗
“Maybe For The Summer” was such a phenomenal book. I had a great time getting lost in Lucci and Daysha’s world. Lucci was a chart-topping rapper with a temper. His past played a huge role in his success, but it also caused him to be without a record label. Daysha was successful in corporate America but lost her job because of someone else’s jealousy. IMO. Daysha was the missing piece in Lucci’s life. The way she poured life into him blew me away because that’s what he needed. I didn’t expect him to fall in love easily, but it was in the stars. With new successes and changes, there will be resistance. Lucci learned he couldn’t take everyone with him on his new journey. Whew! The jealousy was running rampant in this one. I loved how Aubree addressed the heavy topics and showed the raw side of addiction and grief. She ensured the characters worked to heal, and I appreciated that the most. I loved this book.
*arc review
“Maybe For The Summer” was such a phenomenal book. I had a great time getting lost in Lucci and Daysha’s world. Lucci was a chart-topping rapper with a temper. His past played a huge role in his success, but it also caused him to be without a record label. Daysha was successful in corporate America but lost her job because of someone else’s jealousy. IMO. Daysha was the missing piece in Lucci’s life. The way she poured life into him blew me away because that’s what he needed. I didn’t expect him to fall in love easily, but it was in the stars. With new successes and changes, there will be resistance. Lucci learned he couldn’t take everyone with him on his new journey. Whew! The jealousy was running rampant in this one. I loved how Aubree addressed the heavy topics and showed the raw side of addiction and grief. She ensured the characters worked to heal, and I appreciated that the most. I loved this book.
*arc review
May 3, 2025
Must read! It will give you all the feels from romance to spice to mental health to love to heartbreak to betrayal.
Daysha and Julius have my heart.
Daysha and Julius have my heart.
September 24, 2025
Do yourself a favor and read this book!! I loved every minute of it 🩷🫶🏾🩷
June 10, 2025
I loved everything about this book. 😭
July 7, 2025
✨Book Review✨
Whew, this one was a vibe!
Aubree Pynn gave us a slow-burn rapper romance full of heart, healing, and espresso-fueled banter—and I ate it up! 😍
We meet Julius “JuJu” Gallalucci, a huge rap star with a quick temper and a career that’s hit a wall. That temper may have helped build his brand, but it also burned bridges—and now he’s without a label, without backing, and in desperate need of a reset. So he and his team pack up and head to Eastover for some much-needed peace and a chance to regroup.
Enter Daysha Jorden—a corporate baddie who made a name for herself in the big city after leaving her small hometown. Everything’s been going great… until it isn’t. One jealous coworker later and she finds herself suddenly unemployed and unsure what’s next. When her family reaches out with a mysterious concierge opportunity in Eastover, she decides to roll with it—and ends up rolling right into JuJu’s orbit.
And let me tell you something—from the moment these two met, I knew it was meant to be. The chemistry was undeniable, and even though Daysha tried to play it cool and keep it professional, JuJu was not about to let her slip away. That man said, “You’re gonna be mine,” and he meant it. 👏🏾
What I loved most about this story was the communication. It was grown, honest, and intentional. No childish games—just two people being real about what they wanted and what they feared. Sometimes life has to fall apart for the right things to fall into place, and that’s exactly what happened here. These two poured into each other spiritually, emotionally, and creatively. It was just beautiful to witness.
A few of my favorite parts:
• Richard and Lucci being STRESSED over Day and her espresso addiction 😂
• Lucci’s granny 🥹🫶🏾 – she reminded me of my own grandmothers. So sweet, so wise.
• Lucci & Richard’s dynamic – hilarious and heartfelt. Pops holding onto that chain? ICONIC.
• The album release party?? 10/10. That whole moment was full circle and well-deserved 👏🏾
Aubree ate with this one. The characters felt real, the romance felt earned, and the ending left me smiling. If you’re into the rapper romance trope, with a soft-yet-bossy leading man and a woman who’s figuring it all out without losing herself in the process, this one’s for you.
Book: Maybe For The Summer
Author: Aubree Pynn
Genre: Romance
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Spice: 🥵🥵🥵
Whew, this one was a vibe!
Aubree Pynn gave us a slow-burn rapper romance full of heart, healing, and espresso-fueled banter—and I ate it up! 😍
We meet Julius “JuJu” Gallalucci, a huge rap star with a quick temper and a career that’s hit a wall. That temper may have helped build his brand, but it also burned bridges—and now he’s without a label, without backing, and in desperate need of a reset. So he and his team pack up and head to Eastover for some much-needed peace and a chance to regroup.
Enter Daysha Jorden—a corporate baddie who made a name for herself in the big city after leaving her small hometown. Everything’s been going great… until it isn’t. One jealous coworker later and she finds herself suddenly unemployed and unsure what’s next. When her family reaches out with a mysterious concierge opportunity in Eastover, she decides to roll with it—and ends up rolling right into JuJu’s orbit.
And let me tell you something—from the moment these two met, I knew it was meant to be. The chemistry was undeniable, and even though Daysha tried to play it cool and keep it professional, JuJu was not about to let her slip away. That man said, “You’re gonna be mine,” and he meant it. 👏🏾
What I loved most about this story was the communication. It was grown, honest, and intentional. No childish games—just two people being real about what they wanted and what they feared. Sometimes life has to fall apart for the right things to fall into place, and that’s exactly what happened here. These two poured into each other spiritually, emotionally, and creatively. It was just beautiful to witness.
A few of my favorite parts:
• Richard and Lucci being STRESSED over Day and her espresso addiction 😂
• Lucci’s granny 🥹🫶🏾 – she reminded me of my own grandmothers. So sweet, so wise.
• Lucci & Richard’s dynamic – hilarious and heartfelt. Pops holding onto that chain? ICONIC.
• The album release party?? 10/10. That whole moment was full circle and well-deserved 👏🏾
Aubree ate with this one. The characters felt real, the romance felt earned, and the ending left me smiling. If you’re into the rapper romance trope, with a soft-yet-bossy leading man and a woman who’s figuring it all out without losing herself in the process, this one’s for you.
Book: Maybe For The Summer
Author: Aubree Pynn
Genre: Romance
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
Spice: 🥵🥵🥵
November 1, 2024
Day and Juju 4 Life
I finally got the time to sit and read this anticipated book I been saving wanting to read and I was very much not disappointed. Aubree came through I loved me some daysha aka dayday, lotus, butterfly, day, and Julius aka jay lucci, juju, lucci, all the other nicknames that came between them were hitting. The dynamic of them was an instant love connection that you only get I believe once or twice in a life time and throughout the struggles that kept coming to draw them down a dark whole from betrayal on both ends to unfortunate things that happen in the black community they blossomed, over came, and conquered. This book gave me all the feels and I could come back to reread them anytime. The supporting characters gave this book even more life with jays people backing him and days parents always for her 100%. I very much enjoyed this book 10/10 👌
I finally got the time to sit and read this anticipated book I been saving wanting to read and I was very much not disappointed. Aubree came through I loved me some daysha aka dayday, lotus, butterfly, day, and Julius aka jay lucci, juju, lucci, all the other nicknames that came between them were hitting. The dynamic of them was an instant love connection that you only get I believe once or twice in a life time and throughout the struggles that kept coming to draw them down a dark whole from betrayal on both ends to unfortunate things that happen in the black community they blossomed, over came, and conquered. This book gave me all the feels and I could come back to reread them anytime. The supporting characters gave this book even more life with jays people backing him and days parents always for her 100%. I very much enjoyed this book 10/10 👌
July 10, 2025
3.25⭐️🌶️🌶️ I think this book was a little bit overhyped because it was OK, but the author could’ve easily shortened this book. I didn’t really see much of a chemistry between the two MC’s as much as it being him having more of an obsession/mental health fixation to this woman. And the drama did surprise me once it came out what was going on, and the beginning of the book was a little bit choppy to where it didn’t flow very well. I do like that. The author touched on mental health and therapy, which is not widely accepted in the African-American community.
September 11, 2024
A Lucci Day!
Julius, aka Jay Lucci, aka Jules aka JuJu, but only to His Butterfly was such a beautiful being.
There was chaos in his spirit that only the love from Daysha could calm. I was so very proud of Day for never switching up. Even when times got hard, she dug in and let everyone know what it was. This was a great love story and I'm so happy everything worked out exactly how it did.
Julius, aka Jay Lucci, aka Jules aka JuJu, but only to His Butterfly was such a beautiful being.
There was chaos in his spirit that only the love from Daysha could calm. I was so very proud of Day for never switching up. Even when times got hard, she dug in and let everyone know what it was. This was a great love story and I'm so happy everything worked out exactly how it did.
September 10, 2024
The ladies loooooveee Lucci!!!
Me, it’s me! I’m the ladies 🤣
I enjoyed this book. I really really enjoyed the FMC!!
Me, it’s me! I’m the ladies 🤣
I enjoyed this book. I really really enjoyed the FMC!!
September 10, 2024
The title was accurate
Julius was not the choice I would have chosen for my family at the beginning of this story. You sometimes have to let the storyline and the characters decide. Lotus knew long before we acknowledged the possibility, that Julius was better than the man he showed us. The gang life isn't something I am familiar with, but I can understand how it's a draw for others. The main focus in the story was about a man and a woman helping one another become better together. By the time many of us reached page 414, it was time. We'd cried, prayed, struggled, and rejoiced in the end. I recommend this story.
Julius was not the choice I would have chosen for my family at the beginning of this story. You sometimes have to let the storyline and the characters decide. Lotus knew long before we acknowledged the possibility, that Julius was better than the man he showed us. The gang life isn't something I am familiar with, but I can understand how it's a draw for others. The main focus in the story was about a man and a woman helping one another become better together. By the time many of us reached page 414, it was time. We'd cried, prayed, struggled, and rejoiced in the end. I recommend this story.
August 31, 2025
I listened to the audio and I like the narration. Some of the topics in this book heavy however, I feel like the author did a good job with handling the heavy topics in the book. Overall good read
September 5, 2024
4.5⭐️
May 20, 2025
I ate this all the way up. Day was ten toes down for Julius. Good blend of drama, spice, and deeper topics like mental health and family ties. Rapper romance done right. The audio was 🥵🔥
August 7, 2025
DNF’d at 34%
It wasn’t bad it just wasn’t doing it for me. Everything was happening entirely too fast in my opinion. I also felt like the writing style wasn’t detailed enough. We went through some scenes really quickly when we could’ve gotten more. As for the relationship some parts were cute but I felt like she was putting too much into him entirely too quick. I understand she was hired to improve his image and stuff but she was trying to help his homeboys further their talents and everything as if she been knowing them for years and wanted to help. It just seemed like she did a lot while he just was there going with the flow. Idk how else to put it in words but I just didn’t feel an urge to keep reading. I may finish it one day because it wasn’t bad it just could’ve been better.
It wasn’t bad it just wasn’t doing it for me. Everything was happening entirely too fast in my opinion. I also felt like the writing style wasn’t detailed enough. We went through some scenes really quickly when we could’ve gotten more. As for the relationship some parts were cute but I felt like she was putting too much into him entirely too quick. I understand she was hired to improve his image and stuff but she was trying to help his homeboys further their talents and everything as if she been knowing them for years and wanted to help. It just seemed like she did a lot while he just was there going with the flow. Idk how else to put it in words but I just didn’t feel an urge to keep reading. I may finish it one day because it wasn’t bad it just could’ve been better.
May 30, 2025
Oh Black Love!😍 There were soooo many things touched on in this one story. Gang banging, family betrayal, loyalty, the power and safety of a strong Black Queens love, the uplifting, emotional healing and maturity of our Black Kings, seeking therapy for men, giving back to the community, uplifting and bettering the hood…just sooo much.
Another Favorite ✊🏾💜
Another Favorite ✊🏾💜
April 9, 2025
4.5 ⭐️
This one has some heavy topics, but I really enjoyed this book. Daysha was that girl; I loved how she was with Julius. I also loved that Julius didn't play around with Daysha and that he did the work to begin healing. This was such a sweet read.
This one has some heavy topics, but I really enjoyed this book. Daysha was that girl; I loved how she was with Julius. I also loved that Julius didn't play around with Daysha and that he did the work to begin healing. This was such a sweet read.
August 21, 2025
A literal masterpiece. this was basically a blind date with a book for me and WOW! It was truly the perfect length. I loved it so much.
Julius and Daysha are new favorites of mine. idc what the girlies have to say about Daysha giving too much. i loved her and him and them. the end
Julius and Daysha are new favorites of mine. idc what the girlies have to say about Daysha giving too much. i loved her and him and them. the end
January 5, 2026
I absolutely loved this story! Start to finish! NO NOTES! 🤌🏾😍😍😍 Jay Lucci & Day! Man this was a good ass story! The banter, the side characters, the main characters! A time was had!
Loved the fact that AP touched on addiction, mental health, and suicide and did it well! TENS!
Loved the fact that AP touched on addiction, mental health, and suicide and did it well! TENS!
August 3, 2025
I’ve been wanting to read this one for so long! I was low-key nervous my massive reading slump would mess it up for me, but luckily it didn’t. I actually enjoyed it.... solid 3.5 stars.
November 7, 2025
3.5⭐️ Good book. Didn’t really feel a connection with the characters for most of the book. Loved that the book touched on mental health. Enjoyed the ending.
August 27, 2025
Butterfly 🦋
4.5 This was such a well written story. This was the perfect example of how the right someone can come into your life and upgrade it with a plan and healing. Julius and Daysha needed each other and met at the right time. Daysha upgraded the whole crew and got rid of the ones that meant harm.
Also, the real depiction of how you can want better but the people around you don't. Kizzie was a hater from the beginning.
Would definitely recommend this book and the audiobook as well. The narrators did a great job.
4.5 This was such a well written story. This was the perfect example of how the right someone can come into your life and upgrade it with a plan and healing. Julius and Daysha needed each other and met at the right time. Daysha upgraded the whole crew and got rid of the ones that meant harm.
Also, the real depiction of how you can want better but the people around you don't. Kizzie was a hater from the beginning.
Would definitely recommend this book and the audiobook as well. The narrators did a great job.
November 19, 2025
Wow , I ate this up ! 6 stars ⭐️
September 7, 2024
One of my favorite things about Aubree’s writing is how well she writes MMC and their emotions. Jules has been through so real sh*t and he’s just been living through his trauma. The minute he meets his lotus everything changes.
This book was beautifully written. There were moments of sadness and heaviness. No matter how amazing Jules and Lotus are together. There was some healing that needed to be done separately. I laughed out loud so many times. Jules and Richard’s relationship was so beautiful.
4.5 stars.
This book was beautifully written. There were moments of sadness and heaviness. No matter how amazing Jules and Lotus are together. There was some healing that needed to be done separately. I laughed out loud so many times. Jules and Richard’s relationship was so beautiful.
4.5 stars.
November 9, 2025
This book had so much potential but ultimately read like every other current urban novel, falling into a trap of cliches instead of rising above them. The storyline felt mid, with a plot that seemed to only really focus on pushing toward the spice, while everything else happened entirely too fast. The writing style wasn't detailed enough, rushing through scenes that needed more depth and dragging out conversations that felt forced, like someone cosplaying a hood convo, which was just cringe. It was as if the author picked multiple tropes and similar lines and just threw them together, making the whole thing feel disjointed.
While some parts of the relationship were cute, the main character was putting too much into him way too quickly, and her efforts to help his homeboys felt unearned, as if she'd known them for years. He, on the other hand, just seemed to be there going with the flow. It wasn't bad, and the conversation around men's mental health was a standout, but so much of this could have been condensed and it neglected the mental health of women. It just didn't create an urge to keep reading. Ultimately, it wasn't my cup of tea. It was an okay attempt that could have been so much better without relying on so many familiar crutches.
The conversation around “daddy” between her and her dad and with ol’ boy?!?🤮 “we don’t talk to each other like that” after he was cursing her out for being confronted by his crazy ex? Theres no real accountability from him as a man but his mental health is above all else?
While some parts of the relationship were cute, the main character was putting too much into him way too quickly, and her efforts to help his homeboys felt unearned, as if she'd known them for years. He, on the other hand, just seemed to be there going with the flow. It wasn't bad, and the conversation around men's mental health was a standout, but so much of this could have been condensed and it neglected the mental health of women. It just didn't create an urge to keep reading. Ultimately, it wasn't my cup of tea. It was an okay attempt that could have been so much better without relying on so many familiar crutches.
The conversation around “daddy” between her and her dad and with ol’ boy?!?🤮 “we don’t talk to each other like that” after he was cursing her out for being confronted by his crazy ex? Theres no real accountability from him as a man but his mental health is above all else?
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 28, 2025
I can’t believe I haven’t written my review for this yet. And I needed to update my rating. I have listened to this way too many times to not give this masterpiece the praise it deserves.
I’ll be back with my complete review. Juju and Butterfly 🧡
I’ll be back with my complete review. Juju and Butterfly 🧡
September 25, 2024
Loved it
This is my second book by this author. She's on my radar now. I felt everything in here. I had all the emotions. Just read the damn book.
This is my second book by this author. She's on my radar now. I felt everything in here. I had all the emotions. Just read the damn book.
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