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Book Reviews of Summer of '42

Summer of '42
Author: Herman Raucher
ISBN: 40405
Pages: 244
Rating:
  • Currently 2.5/5 Stars.
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2.5 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons
Book Type: Hardcover
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5 Book Reviews submitted by our Members...sorted by voted most helpful

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Poignant book about gawky American teen in US WWII era who discovers that sexuality isn't all about lust. Great movie with Jennifer O'Neill.
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poignant story of a tenager's love affair with an older woman
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A charming, sweet, sentimental, warmly engaging read. Superbly written and deeply moving. Set on the fictional Packett Island, which is within a ferry ride distance from the New England coast, Summer Of '42 is a poignant coming-of-age story about a 15-year old boy in love with an older woman of 22.
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This is a very good book, in great condition. Old book but still a favorite. It was the nationwide bestseller novel and became an unforgettable motion picture.
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Beautiful! A love story - The Washington Post.