The End of Summer

by John Lowry Lamb

Falling into despair after a car accident kills his father and renders his mother comatose, young Nick experiences a spiritual reawakening that helps him to make sense of the tragedy. Reprint.

172 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 1995

Reviews

[Wissal · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book when I was 12, the same age as Nick the protagonist. I am now 20 years old, and it's still my favorite. I remember clutching at the book and crying at 1AM way past my bedtime.
It will always be my favorite.

[Helen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A gentle and thought-provoking read about the nature of living and dying. John was a classmate of mine who recently passed unexpectedly. Made reading this poignant.

[Pia · Rating 5 out of 5]

John - if you're reading this on goodreads - find me!

[Gabriel Cortez · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book the first month that I met you John many years ago in Cleveland, I loved it.
I read it again when you passed.. Rest in peace friend.

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

While it did certainly have a surprise ending, I kind of figured it out before the end. But seriously, a talking puddle? It was such weak symbolism it makes me a bit queasy that I have to teach this book to students.

[Aaron Mcmahon · Rating 5 out of 5]

John is a dear friend of my family's. I read this book when I was 12 or so, though it is timeless. One of my favorites always.

[Naomi · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing! made me cry so much. l love this book!