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Rules of Summer by Joanna Philbin is a young adult novel about 17-year-old Rory McShane, who takes a summer job as an errand girl for the wealthy Rules family in East Hampton's Hamptons community. Upon arriving at their elaborate beachfront mansion, she befriends the family's teenage daughter and finds herself drawn to the older son, despite warnings from other staff members to maintain distance from the family. The story explores the social boundaries and class differences Rory encounters while navigating her new environment and growing relationships.
Quick Summary
Set against the glamorous backdrop of the Hamptons, this novel follows 17-year-old Rory through a steamy summer romance that challenges social boundaries. Teens will devour the tension-filled forbidden romance, secret relationships, and dramatic family dynamics that make every page pulse with excitement. Readers who got lost in the world of "The Summer I Turned Pretty" will find themselves completely absorbed in this similar vibe of summer love and class-crossing relationships. Perfect for high school students in grades 9-12 who crave emotionally charged contemporary fiction.