Second Chance Summer by Morgan Matson

Synopsis: Taylor Edwards’ family might not be the closest-knit—everyone is a little too busy and overscheduled—but for the most part, they get along just fine. Then Taylor’s dad gets devastating news, and her parents decide that the family will spend one last summer all together at their old lake house in the Pocono Mountains.
Crammed into a place much smaller and more rustic than they are used to, they begin to get to know each other again. And Taylor discovers that the people she thought she had left behind haven’t actually gone anywhere. Her former best friend is still around, as is her first boyfriend…and he’s much cuter at seventeen than he was at twelve.As the summer progresses and the Edwards become more of a family, they’re more aware than ever that they’re battling a ticking clock. Sometimes, though, there is just enough time to get a second chance—with family, with friends, and with love.



I picked up this book wanting a nice and easy summer read. That's exactly what this book was. I liked the idea behind the plotline, but the reasons behind why she left her old lake house in the first place couldn't have been more cliche.The characters just didn't feel real enough to me. Although, her bond with her dying father did make me shed a few tears. This book was not as good as I thought it would be, especially after all the reviews and ratings I've read. I liked it, just not loved it.

Rating: 3.5/5