A Summer Place
A Summer Place
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1958
Book Brief
BetaNovel • Fiction
Maine • 1950s
1958
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A Summer Place by Sloan Wilson explores the lives of two families visiting a summer resort on Pine Island. The novel highlights themes of love, social class, and personal growth as individuals navigate complex relationships and societal expectations. Through their interactions, characters confront personal challenges and seek meaningful connections.
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Romantic
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
904 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
A Summer Place by Sloan Wilson received mixed reviews. Positively, readers praised its exploration of social issues and engaging narrative. The depiction of complex characters and their interpersonal dramas is often highlighted. However, some critics noted the pacing could be slow at times and felt certain plot developments were predictable. Overall, it remains a vivid portrayal of 1950s America.
Who Should Read A Summer Place?
A reader who enjoys A Summer Place by Sloan Wilson is drawn to mid-20th-century American dramas that explore complex relational dynamics and social mores. Fans of works like Peyton Place by Grace Metalious or Revolutionary Road by Richard Yates will appreciate the intricate character development and critique of societal norms.
904 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Novel • Fiction
Maine • 1950s
1958
Adult
18+ years
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