What do you think?
Rate this book
Galileo Summer
Chi is sure that she's in for a boring summer. Her dad just tagged her along to visit her grandparents in a far-away province. She doesn't even remember the last time she saw Lola Cora and cranky Lolo Vic. Then Chi meets a new friend, Aya, who shows her a rusty old jeepney that turns out to be more marvelous than meets the eye...
240 pages, Paperback
Published March 1, 2026
About the author
Patricia Ramos
17 books2 followersLibrarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews
May 10, 2026
Actual rating: 4.5 stars
May 16, 2026
Galileo Summer follows the little girl Chi, who travels with her father back to the province during the summer. It has been a long time since she last saw her grandparents. While Chi is still adjusting to her new surroundings in the province, she meets a new friend, Aya. Aya invites Chi to a secret spot where they can be anyone they want to be.
--
I got a copy of Galileo Summer after I finished the Araw ng Libreng Komiks stamp rally. While browsing through it, the colors and drawings reminded me so much of the vibrant summers I used to have back in the province with my grandparents and cousins. I knew it was going to be a nostalgic ride, and hey, it’s summertime. It’s literally the perfect time to read it.
For context, I have always lived in the city. But when I was younger, my family and I would frequently visit our relatives in Abra, where I used to spend my entire summer break from school.
Reading Galileo Summer was truly a trip down memory lane. I could feel the homey vibe of the province, the warmth of the dishes that I could only eat there, and even the joy of the kids playing around until the sun went down just from reading the book. I’ve always loved the feeling I get whenever I have the chance to spend time in the province, where everything feels peaceful and I get to enjoy the fresh air.
It’s rare for a book to make me feel at home, and that is exactly how Galileo Summer made me feel.
I also loved how there were behind-the-scenes about how the book came to be. I've always loved seeing concept art and reading more about the creative process of the books that I really enjoyed so that was an absolute treat for me.
Kudos to Patricia Ramos for this wonderful book. I hope to read more of her works in the future!
--
I got a copy of Galileo Summer after I finished the Araw ng Libreng Komiks stamp rally. While browsing through it, the colors and drawings reminded me so much of the vibrant summers I used to have back in the province with my grandparents and cousins. I knew it was going to be a nostalgic ride, and hey, it’s summertime. It’s literally the perfect time to read it.
For context, I have always lived in the city. But when I was younger, my family and I would frequently visit our relatives in Abra, where I used to spend my entire summer break from school.
Reading Galileo Summer was truly a trip down memory lane. I could feel the homey vibe of the province, the warmth of the dishes that I could only eat there, and even the joy of the kids playing around until the sun went down just from reading the book. I’ve always loved the feeling I get whenever I have the chance to spend time in the province, where everything feels peaceful and I get to enjoy the fresh air.
It’s rare for a book to make me feel at home, and that is exactly how Galileo Summer made me feel.
I also loved how there were behind-the-scenes about how the book came to be. I've always loved seeing concept art and reading more about the creative process of the books that I really enjoyed so that was an absolute treat for me.
Kudos to Patricia Ramos for this wonderful book. I hope to read more of her works in the future!
August 19, 2026
Galileo Summer by Patricia Ramos
If you could return in time and reminisce about your past, what would you do in that moment? This is what I felt after reading this beautiful graphic novel.
Galileo Summer is a fully illustrated graphic novel created not just for kids but also for those who are kids at heart.
I have read numerous graphic novels, and each one has its own unique storyline and message. However, this book brought me back to my childhood memories, allowing me to reminisce about the experiences that I had in my past.
I also love how the author unfolds the story. It does not move too slowly; instead, it has just the right pace and progression. It is easy to follow because I can relate to most of its panels. It is very Filipino and deeply rooted in our heritage, as it features our culture, such as Filipino jeepneys; our values, like mano po and the use of “po” and “opo”; and our traditions, such as summer vacations.
This book reminded me of those moments when my cousin used to visit us every summer, when we could be anyone and do anything! It was a time when we didn’t allow ourselves to be bound by how difficult it would be to achieve those things once we grew up—a time when we felt no pressure, enjoyed the summer breeze, and had fun without needing any gadgets.
Aside from this, it touches one of the most important parts of my life (and I’m sure yours will, too)—the moments I had with my lolo (grandfather). I literally wiped away my tears while reading the part that highlights the interaction between the apo and lolo. It brought back memories straight from my heart. In that moment, I could feel the warm embrace of my lolo, something that rarely happens to me when I read books.
The author also gave me a colorful experience. Through the use of watercolor as her medium, she makes the panels come alive and burst with color.
Another aspect I loved is the friendship that the story portrays. I really like how realistic the scenes are. You will know for yourself that what the author has written and illustrated is not simply based on stories she read from books or research—you can tell that she experienced these moments herself. This is something I really admire because it connects with me as a reader by reflecting the reality of childhood friendships. They are flawed; they involve a fair share of “asaran,” but at the end of the day, these kids still choose their true friends.
Overall, Galileo Summer is one of my most recommended graphic novels for this year— it’s Pinoy-coded, and it has a lot of reference with our culture, tradition, and values. It also talks about family values, lessons, and support. It talks about friendship and dreams that we had in life when we were just kids — that we should never be afraid of achieving them, as there are people who will support us from behind when we decide to pursue them!
I promise that you won’t be disappointed once you read it and experience it for yourself.
Worth giving a 5-star rating! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
If you could return in time and reminisce about your past, what would you do in that moment? This is what I felt after reading this beautiful graphic novel.
Galileo Summer is a fully illustrated graphic novel created not just for kids but also for those who are kids at heart.
I have read numerous graphic novels, and each one has its own unique storyline and message. However, this book brought me back to my childhood memories, allowing me to reminisce about the experiences that I had in my past.
I also love how the author unfolds the story. It does not move too slowly; instead, it has just the right pace and progression. It is easy to follow because I can relate to most of its panels. It is very Filipino and deeply rooted in our heritage, as it features our culture, such as Filipino jeepneys; our values, like mano po and the use of “po” and “opo”; and our traditions, such as summer vacations.
This book reminded me of those moments when my cousin used to visit us every summer, when we could be anyone and do anything! It was a time when we didn’t allow ourselves to be bound by how difficult it would be to achieve those things once we grew up—a time when we felt no pressure, enjoyed the summer breeze, and had fun without needing any gadgets.
Aside from this, it touches one of the most important parts of my life (and I’m sure yours will, too)—the moments I had with my lolo (grandfather). I literally wiped away my tears while reading the part that highlights the interaction between the apo and lolo. It brought back memories straight from my heart. In that moment, I could feel the warm embrace of my lolo, something that rarely happens to me when I read books.
The author also gave me a colorful experience. Through the use of watercolor as her medium, she makes the panels come alive and burst with color.
Another aspect I loved is the friendship that the story portrays. I really like how realistic the scenes are. You will know for yourself that what the author has written and illustrated is not simply based on stories she read from books or research—you can tell that she experienced these moments herself. This is something I really admire because it connects with me as a reader by reflecting the reality of childhood friendships. They are flawed; they involve a fair share of “asaran,” but at the end of the day, these kids still choose their true friends.
Overall, Galileo Summer is one of my most recommended graphic novels for this year— it’s Pinoy-coded, and it has a lot of reference with our culture, tradition, and values. It also talks about family values, lessons, and support. It talks about friendship and dreams that we had in life when we were just kids — that we should never be afraid of achieving them, as there are people who will support us from behind when we decide to pursue them!
I promise that you won’t be disappointed once you read it and experience it for yourself.
Worth giving a 5-star rating! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews