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Summer's Echo
Two former camp counselors whose hearts remained entwined reunite to face their unspoken feelings and the secret that divided them in this soul-stirring second-chance romance about finding the courage to claim what fate had always intended, from the bestselling author of
Somebody’s Husband
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One summer bound them. One secret divided them. One reunion could change everything.
As teenagers, Summer Knight and Echo Abara spent one unforgettable summer as camp counselors. Beneath sun-soaked days and starry nights, their bond deepened from easy friendship into something more—an unspoken love neither dared confess. Life pulled them in different directions, yet their souls remained tethered by time, distance, and a shared secret.
Neither has forgotten their connection—or that summer that changed everything. When a reunion brings them back together, their lives collide once more, stirring long-buried emotions and unanswered questions. Summer and Echo must confront not only their unvoiced feelings but also the burden of their shared secret—one that tore apart their friendship and made them question the very meaning of love and trust.
Will they find the courage to embrace what’s always been between them? Or will the truth they’ve guarded destroy their second chance?
One summer bound them. One secret divided them. One reunion could change everything.
As teenagers, Summer Knight and Echo Abara spent one unforgettable summer as camp counselors. Beneath sun-soaked days and starry nights, their bond deepened from easy friendship into something more—an unspoken love neither dared confess. Life pulled them in different directions, yet their souls remained tethered by time, distance, and a shared secret.
Neither has forgotten their connection—or that summer that changed everything. When a reunion brings them back together, their lives collide once more, stirring long-buried emotions and unanswered questions. Summer and Echo must confront not only their unvoiced feelings but also the burden of their shared secret—one that tore apart their friendship and made them question the very meaning of love and trust.
Will they find the courage to embrace what’s always been between them? Or will the truth they’ve guarded destroy their second chance?
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Published July 29, 2025
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September 20, 2025
Summer’s Echo completely pulled me in! I loved the level of drama—it was perfect for me, just enough to keep me on the edge of my seat without feeling overwhelmed. Summer and Echo’s story is the kind that stays with you long after you close the book. Their summer together as camp counsellors was so vividly written—I could feel the sun on my skin and see those starry nights in my mind.
The way their friendship slowly tiptoes into something more, with all the tension and unspoken feelings, is handled beautifully. I was totally invested in their reunion, rooting for them while also wanting them to confront that secret that’s been keeping them apart. Robbi Renee strikes the perfect balance between heartfelt romance and just the right amount of tension—it never felt melodramatic, but it definitely kept me hooked.
What I really appreciated was how real their connection felt. It wasn’t just a swoony summer fling; it was a bond that lingered through time, distance, and life’s curveballs. By the end, I was smiling, tearing up a little, and so ready to hug these characters through the pages. This book is pure escapism with heart, and I can see myself coming back to it again and again. If you love a story with sun-soaked vibes, lingering tension, and romance that makes your heart skip a beat, Summer’s Echo is a must-read!
The way their friendship slowly tiptoes into something more, with all the tension and unspoken feelings, is handled beautifully. I was totally invested in their reunion, rooting for them while also wanting them to confront that secret that’s been keeping them apart. Robbi Renee strikes the perfect balance between heartfelt romance and just the right amount of tension—it never felt melodramatic, but it definitely kept me hooked.
What I really appreciated was how real their connection felt. It wasn’t just a swoony summer fling; it was a bond that lingered through time, distance, and life’s curveballs. By the end, I was smiling, tearing up a little, and so ready to hug these characters through the pages. This book is pure escapism with heart, and I can see myself coming back to it again and again. If you love a story with sun-soaked vibes, lingering tension, and romance that makes your heart skip a beat, Summer’s Echo is a must-read!
June 23, 2026
Loved this story! I usually go for dark romance, but was in the mood for something to celebrate summer, and wow did it hit me in all the feels.
The timeline hop between 2004/5 to 2019 was well done. The nostalgia of being a teen, your first love, summer camp, music, friends, feeling carefree, to the current timeline being adults and getting a second chance with each other.
There’s heavy emotional moments wrapped in love and laughter. The “what ifs” really struck deep. Realizing you’re marrying the wrong person on your wedding day, mourning the loss but also feeling relieved. And did I hear a Nu Shooz reference?!
💛best friends to lovers
🩵second chance
💛what ifs
🩵timeline hop
💛heartfelt
🩵open door spice
💛banter
“I knew that Echo wasn’t a virgin, but I had no dream he would be a skilled puppeteer commanding my mind body and soul.”
🎙️This was my first book by Robbie Renee and won’t be my last. The story is set in dual narration by voice actors, Winston James and Wesleigh Siobhan. Both are new to me and were excellent. Loved Wesleigh’s “man” voice as well as supporting characters. Her raspy voice was so soothing and perfect. James’s voice was as smooth as milk chocolate. Their chemistry was undeniable.
The timeline hop between 2004/5 to 2019 was well done. The nostalgia of being a teen, your first love, summer camp, music, friends, feeling carefree, to the current timeline being adults and getting a second chance with each other.
There’s heavy emotional moments wrapped in love and laughter. The “what ifs” really struck deep. Realizing you’re marrying the wrong person on your wedding day, mourning the loss but also feeling relieved. And did I hear a Nu Shooz reference?!
💛best friends to lovers
🩵second chance
💛what ifs
🩵timeline hop
💛heartfelt
🩵open door spice
💛banter
“I knew that Echo wasn’t a virgin, but I had no dream he would be a skilled puppeteer commanding my mind body and soul.”
🎙️This was my first book by Robbie Renee and won’t be my last. The story is set in dual narration by voice actors, Winston James and Wesleigh Siobhan. Both are new to me and were excellent. Loved Wesleigh’s “man” voice as well as supporting characters. Her raspy voice was so soothing and perfect. James’s voice was as smooth as milk chocolate. Their chemistry was undeniable.
August 1, 2026
Summer's Echo by Robbi Renee is one of those stories that reminds you love has a way of finding you, no matter how long you try to outrun it. Summer and Echo spent years loving each other in silence, filling the space with friendship and "what ifs," hoping that would be enough. But baby... sometimes safe isn't where your heart belongs.
I loved watching Summer finally choose herself. She was ready to marry Deshaun because he was the safe choice. He could give her the future she planned, but not the butterflies she deserved. My favorite quote says it all: "We don't choose love. We let love choose us." Whew. That one stayed with me.
Robbi did a beautiful job peeling back the layers of the past, revealing the secrets that pulled Summer and Echo apart while proving their love was strong enough to survive time, distance, and heartbreak. This wasn't just a second-chance romance. It was a story about healing, forgiveness, and having the courage to stop settling for what makes sense and start choosing what makes your soul come alive.
I loved watching Summer finally choose herself. She was ready to marry Deshaun because he was the safe choice. He could give her the future she planned, but not the butterflies she deserved. My favorite quote says it all: "We don't choose love. We let love choose us." Whew. That one stayed with me.
Robbi did a beautiful job peeling back the layers of the past, revealing the secrets that pulled Summer and Echo apart while proving their love was strong enough to survive time, distance, and heartbreak. This wasn't just a second-chance romance. It was a story about healing, forgiveness, and having the courage to stop settling for what makes sense and start choosing what makes your soul come alive.
August 1, 2025
I was beyond invested in this book. Robbi Renee doesn’t disappoint with this one. I loved the flash backs telling their story and why they are the way they are. What their fears were. It was a cute (spicy) love story that I honestly could read again and again. I could feel all the emotions radiating off the page is the best way to explain it. Highly recommend this one.
Also Wesleigh Siobhan and Winston James narration is TOP TIER!!!!!! It don’t get no better than that.
Also Wesleigh Siobhan and Winston James narration is TOP TIER!!!!!! It don’t get no better than that.
January 12, 2026
This book drew me
In. I appreciated the writing and how she had the main characters find their way to each other in the right time for Summer to find herself, confidence and get back to her true love.
In. I appreciated the writing and how she had the main characters find their way to each other in the right time for Summer to find herself, confidence and get back to her true love.
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November 23, 2025Storyline was good but I struggled to finish it…
November 29, 2025
A must read!! Love story!!
February 28, 2026
The Spelman undertones was everything for this alum she left nothing undone!!!! Tied up all the loose ends
July 29, 2026
Sing 🎶Roberta & 🎶Donnie: “Back Together Again”😍‼️…😮💨That was a tediant but a sweet endearing love story‼️ Nevertheless, “Summer’s Echo” was precisely the arduous journey of young co camp laborers, friends-lovers Summer & Echo as the author Robbie Renee promised. Yet, the internal family’s squabbles didn’t diminish from the storyline appeal, the book nor the characters were still engaging, entertaining & charming 🤭🤷🏾♀️. …The power of those darn pheromones: 🤭 attracting butterflies 🦋& blueberries 🫐 …sultry & sweet 👀☺️🥰‼️Perseverance & sacrifice, are the essence & beauty of an everlasting love relationship 💕 ‼️
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