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Hollywood Connections #4
Summer Daze
Jayce Danley is a self-proclaimed nerd, not knowing who or what exactly she wanted from life, except for Summer Bloom.
Summer Bloom was popular, beautiful and everything that Jayce wanted, or so she thought. She never realized that life was more than just wanting a crush and in turn, desperately falls for someone who she never thought possible.
Eleanor Bloom knew from the start she wanted to sing, but didn’t count on falling for her sister’s friend. It all happened during one summer, and every summer after that, something more blossoms until one summer, everything changes.
Follow these two girls as they grow into women and find out what life holds for one another separately and together. Will young love finally turn into something more in Summer Daze?
Summer Bloom was popular, beautiful and everything that Jayce wanted, or so she thought. She never realized that life was more than just wanting a crush and in turn, desperately falls for someone who she never thought possible.
Eleanor Bloom knew from the start she wanted to sing, but didn’t count on falling for her sister’s friend. It all happened during one summer, and every summer after that, something more blossoms until one summer, everything changes.
Follow these two girls as they grow into women and find out what life holds for one another separately and together. Will young love finally turn into something more in Summer Daze?
151 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 2, 2017
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About the author
Reneé Porter
17 books37 followersReneé Porter was previously an editor and writer for non-fiction books and publications as well as an award winning writer of short fiction. She is the author of the series of novels, The Taliaferro Chronicles, including The 13th Victim, Redmption Ridge, and An Inquisition of Angels. She is also author of the novels Bell Park and the Dreamville Trilogy. Gordon's Dreams, vol. II of the Dreamville Trilogy was released last year and the final volume, Pieces of April, was released in April 2013.
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January 1, 2018
I'm a fan of this series, but this book seems to fall flat in comparison to the others
October 9, 2017
This is a nice quick read. If you love the series, you will love this one. But if you’re looking for something different you wont get it here.
Same old issues. More similar plot from book 3.
The usual stuff : Time Gap, High school first love, running circles, misunderstandings.
3.75
Same old issues. More similar plot from book 3.
The usual stuff : Time Gap, High school first love, running circles, misunderstandings.
3.75
October 10, 2017
At one point while reading this, I really wanted them to give up on each other. I sincerely prayed for them to go live their lives and walk away. I think I've become even more of a cynic.
It is a HEA, and other than a few grammatical errors, I have nothing to say. I feel drained from all the embarrassment in the beginning, and then rooting for a final separation.
One thing I can definitely say about this series is that you are definitely invested.
It is a HEA, and other than a few grammatical errors, I have nothing to say. I feel drained from all the embarrassment in the beginning, and then rooting for a final separation.
One thing I can definitely say about this series is that you are definitely invested.
June 14, 2023
spoilers for the overall plots
man 4 books into this series and I don't really like the way these stories go. they'll have amazing romances, great chemistry and then fucking leave each other for years. it's mildly depressing, especially in this book, where Jayce is struggling a lot meanwhile el is just doing her thing. I could take comfort with the fact that in the previous book she at had an amazing job she loves, but here that's not the thing.
I dont know when I'll read the next book in this series. the happily ever after in this book was so fulfilling it almost makes up for the fact that the el is sort of a douchebag. I cant really blame Jayce for staying in love with her, they were amazing together, but still el does shitty things a lot in this book and I don't like her for it. Jayce kind of deserves better, but she's happy with el and wont be happy with anyone else which reluctantly makes me happy for her.
stories with year long breakup fuck me up man. hits a bit too close to home
man 4 books into this series and I don't really like the way these stories go. they'll have amazing romances, great chemistry and then fucking leave each other for years. it's mildly depressing, especially in this book, where Jayce is struggling a lot meanwhile el is just doing her thing. I could take comfort with the fact that in the previous book she at had an amazing job she loves, but here that's not the thing.
I dont know when I'll read the next book in this series. the happily ever after in this book was so fulfilling it almost makes up for the fact that the el is sort of a douchebag. I cant really blame Jayce for staying in love with her, they were amazing together, but still el does shitty things a lot in this book and I don't like her for it. Jayce kind of deserves better, but she's happy with el and wont be happy with anyone else which reluctantly makes me happy for her.
stories with year long breakup fuck me up man. hits a bit too close to home
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 31, 2017
The book begins with Jaycie (Jay) as a young teenager and self-proclaimed nerd with a crush on the beautiful blonde Summer. At a party, she meets El, Summer's step-sister who's visiting from out of town. Thus begins a long friendship during El's summer visits and a budding love between the two that is consummated toward the end of high school but is soon cut short when El takes off to seek fame as the singer in a band.
The rest of the book takes place during their young adult lives when they are mostly out of touch, and El, who is bisexual, is involved with different men. Jay never gets over El but doesn't see a way for them to be together, especially as El becomes more famous.
This could have been a better book. The characters are interesting (although Jay's lack of confidence and self-worth was a bit frustrating) and the story was a good one. But the book is plagued by mediocre writing and lots of copy editing mistakes that a careful read through could have caught and corrected.
Jay's personal growth seems stunted, except for her venture in retail. The book would have benefitted from some chapters from El's POV. The ending, while satisfying, is a bit mystifying. Why now for these two? What made El change?
I've rounded up to 3 stars, but this is really more like 2.5.
The rest of the book takes place during their young adult lives when they are mostly out of touch, and El, who is bisexual, is involved with different men. Jay never gets over El but doesn't see a way for them to be together, especially as El becomes more famous.
This could have been a better book. The characters are interesting (although Jay's lack of confidence and self-worth was a bit frustrating) and the story was a good one. But the book is plagued by mediocre writing and lots of copy editing mistakes that a careful read through could have caught and corrected.
Jay's personal growth seems stunted, except for her venture in retail. The book would have benefitted from some chapters from El's POV. The ending, while satisfying, is a bit mystifying. Why now for these two? What made El change?
I've rounded up to 3 stars, but this is really more like 2.5.
October 5, 2017
An enjoyable addition
Unlike the first three books in the series, all of these characters are new. Not gonna lie I was hoping for at least cameo appearances like in book 2. Anyways, this is told by Jayce and like the others it starts with her in high school amd we see her grown-up in a sense. I like that about the books so no complaints here. This one pretty tells the story by summer seasons which is cool but leaves little description of other things. I also was very intrigued by the rest of the group and wanted the scene of Jason's decision woth Madison...does he propose or does he cut ties. Then there was Summer too...who maybe she embraces the experimentation or finds solace maybe (i ended up liking her character after everything).
It is littered with typos and errors but I can live with it as it didnt detracted too much from the actual story telling.
A solid 4* for me mainly cause I am a fan of the series and...well...I can't seem to give it less...i mean i was debating 5 but i didnt like it as much as the other ones...but I did like.
Unlike the first three books in the series, all of these characters are new. Not gonna lie I was hoping for at least cameo appearances like in book 2. Anyways, this is told by Jayce and like the others it starts with her in high school amd we see her grown-up in a sense. I like that about the books so no complaints here. This one pretty tells the story by summer seasons which is cool but leaves little description of other things. I also was very intrigued by the rest of the group and wanted the scene of Jason's decision woth Madison...does he propose or does he cut ties. Then there was Summer too...who maybe she embraces the experimentation or finds solace maybe (i ended up liking her character after everything).
It is littered with typos and errors but I can live with it as it didnt detracted too much from the actual story telling.
A solid 4* for me mainly cause I am a fan of the series and...well...I can't seem to give it less...i mean i was debating 5 but i didnt like it as much as the other ones...but I did like.
December 8, 2018
An Experience
This story is 💯!!! I was hesitant to read this book but I'm glad I took the chance because I loved this story!!!!
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The development of this journey felt genuine & authentic, evolving just like the stages & levels of a relationship in real life progress, grow, fade & conclude.
Wonderfully written, wonderfully developed, wonderfully told, wonderfully enjoyed.
I was emotional, speechless, crying, joyful, depressed & grateful for this journey...
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A legitimately honest & realistic Happily Ever After!!!
This story is 💯!!! I was hesitant to read this book but I'm glad I took the chance because I loved this story!!!!
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** POTENTIAL SPOILERS ALERT **
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The development of this journey felt genuine & authentic, evolving just like the stages & levels of a relationship in real life progress, grow, fade & conclude.
Wonderfully written, wonderfully developed, wonderfully told, wonderfully enjoyed.
I was emotional, speechless, crying, joyful, depressed & grateful for this journey...
** SPOILER ALERT **
A legitimately honest & realistic Happily Ever After!!!
October 3, 2018
Needs Serious Editing
I am always fine reading “passed” malaprops, homophone errors and poor grammar - but a number of times, the typos and grammar/syntax errors got in the way of meaning. In a big way - sometimes it was a loss of meaning that made it tough to track the plot. Often it got in the way of understanding Jayce’s thoughts. Other than that major flaw, the book was solid.
I am always fine reading “passed” malaprops, homophone errors and poor grammar - but a number of times, the typos and grammar/syntax errors got in the way of meaning. In a big way - sometimes it was a loss of meaning that made it tough to track the plot. Often it got in the way of understanding Jayce’s thoughts. Other than that major flaw, the book was solid.
October 6, 2017
Favorite of Series So Far
This one was by far my favorite of the series so far! They are definitely all worth reading, but I really loved this one.
This one was by far my favorite of the series so far! They are definitely all worth reading, but I really loved this one.
November 22, 2017
I think I actually teared up a bit
..okay i admitted it. Dont tell anyone stop giggling at me with you doe eyes and let me find my stone heart again...sucks being a skittle
..okay i admitted it. Dont tell anyone stop giggling at me with you doe eyes and let me find my stone heart again...sucks being a skittle
July 3, 2020
horrible MC
November 7, 2017
A little too dazed or confused to be romantic.
Jay and El spend time together each summer. Their lives intersect only for these few weeks during their teenage years. Friendship anchors their relationship, but the potential for something more lingers between them. Jayce harbors a not so secret crush on Ellie's sister named Summer Bloom. Summer is a few years older and dates boys not girls. El loves to tease Jay about being in love with Summer, but is she doing it to mask her own hurt or jealous feelings?
Time and distance take a toll on El and Jayce. Finally they share one sizzling summer of love, but El leaves to tour with her band based in Seattle. Jayce is a SoCal girl who goes to school and works in retail. The love that grew, during their summer romance, gets lost as the hurts keep being piled up. El married her fiance after spending a night with Jayce in California. Somehow these two women keep getting tossed back together, but their stars stay crossed as lovers and ex-best friends.
At the half point, the story arc started to get to me. The characters were likable, but their relationship was overwhelmingly wishy washy. As characters, I liked them better apart than together, except they were undeniably hung up on each other. I'd rate some parts of the book, especially the writing, at 4 stars, but for me the annoying plot brings the rating down to 3 stars. I guess that I'll split the difference and settle on 3.5 stars. Yes, I'd another read another book in the Hollywood Connections series by Renee Porter.
Jay and El spend time together each summer. Their lives intersect only for these few weeks during their teenage years. Friendship anchors their relationship, but the potential for something more lingers between them. Jayce harbors a not so secret crush on Ellie's sister named Summer Bloom. Summer is a few years older and dates boys not girls. El loves to tease Jay about being in love with Summer, but is she doing it to mask her own hurt or jealous feelings?
Time and distance take a toll on El and Jayce. Finally they share one sizzling summer of love, but El leaves to tour with her band based in Seattle. Jayce is a SoCal girl who goes to school and works in retail. The love that grew, during their summer romance, gets lost as the hurts keep being piled up. El married her fiance after spending a night with Jayce in California. Somehow these two women keep getting tossed back together, but their stars stay crossed as lovers and ex-best friends.
At the half point, the story arc started to get to me. The characters were likable, but their relationship was overwhelmingly wishy washy. As characters, I liked them better apart than together, except they were undeniably hung up on each other. I'd rate some parts of the book, especially the writing, at 4 stars, but for me the annoying plot brings the rating down to 3 stars. I guess that I'll split the difference and settle on 3.5 stars. Yes, I'd another read another book in the Hollywood Connections series by Renee Porter.
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