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A Barefoot Summer: A feel good romance to read in the sun by [Jenny Hale]

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'You’ll love Libby’s heartwarming journey as her life changes in ways she’d never have expected… A warm, light, brilliantly romantic story.’ 5/5GirlsLovetoRead.com

A Barefoot Summer is a beautiful, touching story about coming home, the importance of family, and the special place that first loves hold in our hearts. Fans of Carole Matthews, Trisha Ashley, Susan Mallery and Susan Wiggs – and anyone looking for a perfect, feel-good summer read will enjoy this.

Sometimes you find perfect where you least expect it …

Libby Potter has just lost the perfect job, the perfect apartment and the perfect boyfriend. Moving back to the home town that she couldn’t wait to escape when she was younger was definitely not on her to-do list. Especially as it means running into the man whose heart she broke when she left.

Pete Bennett can still make Libby’s world stop with just the sound of his voice – even ten years on. Only now, she is the last person in the world that he wants to see.

As everyone else welcomes Libby home with open arms, she realizes she’s missed that special closeness that comes from lifelong friendship. And, as Libby seeks to make amends with Pete, she begins to wonder whether she made the right choice in leaving all those years ago.

When an amazing career opportunity gives her the chance to leave again, Libby will have to decide what her version of perfect is… and where she really belongs.

A Barefoot Summer was previously published as Love Me for Me.

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‘A perfect romance read. Full of tension and heart wrenching feelings that have you biting your lower lip in either frustration or sadness. Have a lump in your throat, a tear in your eye or giggling like a schoolgirl… Oh I really did enjoy it, I know this will be a turn to read when I need a relaxed paced read that is genuine, believable and beautiful. One to lift my mood and put a smile on my face and warmth in my heart.

Full of charismatic characters, family love and bonds, honesty, small town loveliness and soul mates. Reading perfection!’ 5/5Pajama Book Girl

‘I loved the synopsis of Love Me for Me, it sounded like a heart-warming, romantic, enjoyable story and it was all of those things…plus a whole lot more…

I was really happy with the ending of this novel too, it was completely satisfying, everything was tied up and I found I had a big cheesy grin on my face when I finished. You’ll love Libby’s heartwarming journey as her life changes in ways she’d never have expected…

It’s a novel that will get you thinking and feeling appreciative for what you have in life. You might also end up asking yourself ‘What If…’ about situations of your own. A warm, light, brilliantly romantic story.’ 5/5GirlsLovetoRead.com

‘What a journey! I can't recommend this book enough - it's a book that will keep you guessing right up until the final pages - a book that isn't all hearts and flowers yet has left me feeling happy and content, perfect!’ 5/5Crooks on Books

‘This was a delightful read. It isn’t a heavy plot so it is ideal if you are looking for something light to whisk you away to an idyllic setting and a cast of lovely characters.’ Rea Book Review

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00KHIJ240
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bookouture; 1st edition (May 21, 2014)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 21, 2014
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 1670 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 292 pages
Lending ‏ : ‎ Enabled

Best Sellers Rank: #121,482 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #6,195 in Contemporary Women's Fiction
- #7,319 in Contemporary Women Fiction
- #7,590 in Women's Romance Fiction

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Jenny Hale is a USA Today, Amazon, and international bestselling author of romantic contemporary fiction. Her books have sold worldwide, have been translated into multiple languages, and adapted for television. Her novels Coming Home for Christmas and Movie Guide Epiphany Award winner Christmas Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses are Hallmark Channel original movies.

She was included in Oprah Magazine’s “19 Dreamy Summer Romances to Whisk You Away” and Southern Living’s “30 Christmas Novels to Start Reading Now.” Her stories are chock-full of feel-good romance and overflowing with warm settings, great friends, and family. Jenny is at work on her next novel, delighted to be bringing even more heartwarming stories to her readers.

When she isn’t writing, or heading up her romantic fiction imprint Harpeth Road, she can be found running around her hometown of Nashville with her husband, two boys, and their labradoodle, taking pictures—her favorite pastime.

Website: www.itsjennyhale.com; Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jhaleauthor; Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennyhaleauthor; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jhaleauthor

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NGJ

But I could barely finish this book because it annoyed me at every page

Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2014

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I am utterly surprised at all of the positive reviews for this book. I am a self-declared romance-aholic (not a word, but whatever). I will read anything, written by anyone. But I could barely finish this book because it annoyed me at every page. I have never, and I do mean never, after reading 100s of romance novels, ever wanted to slap a hero or heroine in a book as much I did here.

Libby, who is nearly 30, is completely irritating, in the sense that she feels the need to apologize, repeatedly, for things she said as an 18 YEAR OLD. She returns to her small, hometown, after things go awry for her in the Big City. She doesn't want to return home, but has no choice after losing her job, and subsequently, her fiancé.

The premise of the book got me looped in: "girl returns home after 10+ years, and everyone is happy to see her except the man she left behind." However, there was something about the hero, Pete, that rubbed me wrong from the start, and he never recovered. He was downright nasty to Libby, holding a grudge so deep about the fact she called the town "insignificant" before she left and went to college. Oh no, not "insignificant"! Because I've read so many books, the conflict or issue upon which this novel rests was so ridiculous. Girl leaves home pregnant, and doesn't tell the father. That's an issue. Girl leaves home with boyfriend's brother. That's an issue. Girl leaves small-town USA, goes to Ivy League school because she wants to better herself. Not an issue. At least not one that the hero can spend the entire book making her feel terrible about.

It wasn't until the final pages of the book, the Epilogue, where Pete actually says he loves her. Pete just came across as a total *sshole, and I couldn't like him. Libby made mistakes! But should all of us be held to the people we were when we were 18? I don't think so.

The only reason this book didn't get one star from me is because I really can see that she has the gift of story-telling. Personally, I won't chance purchasing another book of hers, only to be have to throw my iPad across the room after every page. But I share this feedback in the hopes that it will help someone wavering with purchasing this book. The hero never acts, for any length of time, like he really cares for Libby. And that grated on me.

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KimGM

A great summer feel-good story!

Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2014

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Jenny Hale has done it again--written a great story about second chances at love with characters you really care about.

At first glance, you think Libby is going to be one of those difficult to like city slickers who pop up in novels, TV shows and movies--you know the ones I mean--like Eva Gabor's character in Green Acres who is too glamorous for this little town--but we soon learn that first impressions aren't always correct. We learn that Libby grew up in White Stone (a town that reminds me a lot of the little town where I spent many childhood summers in Virginia) and that she is returning to her hometown rather reluctantly after losing her NYC job and fiancé.

While Libby tries to get her life in order, she reencounters Pete, the hometown boy who broke her heart, and rediscovers what she loves about the town and the people there. She gets the chance to be herself--not the girl she has had to become in New York--and to right a few wrongs along the way.

A lighthearted story that you'll zip through and wish were just a wee bit longer so you could stay in White Stone for an even longer visit. Two thumbs up, Jenny!

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Susie K.

Slow but great ending

Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2018

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It took me about 21 chapters to get into this book. If anything, I am persistent. I alwAys try to give the books I read the benefit of the doubt. It was super slow to me compared to the other books she has written. I loved the one with the doctor but I can't remember the name off the top of my head. It caught me right from the get go. I was kind of hoping this would do the same. Nope. But it was a good read.

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Not up to Hale’s other romances

Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2018

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I loved Hale’s other books such as Summer House and her Christmas reads. This was a painfully boring saga of a selfish immature women’s metaphorsis influenced by other characters almost as immature. As much of the story is an emotional journey of a character I didn’t particularly like I found it exhausting,

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Karen Stephens

A slow read

Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2021

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Haven’t finished reading this yet, but so far it hasn’t captured my full attention. It’s a very slow read.

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KAA

Can You Ever Go Back Home?

Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2017

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I enjoyed reading Jenny Hale's books, but I found myself getting annoyed by Libby's neurotic behavior. As I continued to read, I found myself thinking about what life was like at thirty. People! Pleasing, Ego, Still finding our way, Confident, yet insecure. When I traveled back there, I got a real appreciation for the story Jenny was writing. She did a wonderful job of bringing out the characters emotions, and the challenges of relationships. When Jenny began to appreciate the challenges her mother faced, and the manner in which she was raised, this story evolved into understanding that parents do the best they can, with what they know. I would recommend this. book for readers 25 +.

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Fun relaxing book

Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2021

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I have enjoyed reading several of Jenny Hale books written around being a the beach. This book was no exception. A very fun read.

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fran bowen

Pete and Libby's Life's journey.

Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2015

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I liked the book enjoying the lives of the people of the small town. Easy read. What I would refer to as a good beach book. I'm from a small town where everyone grew up together and knew each other well. I even married my high school sweetheart. Been married 50 years. I enjoy books about mystery; drama; the Amish. But I too so enjoy just reading a lighthearted story even though I'm all but ensured of a happy ending.

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Reality vs memories

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 14, 2016

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Libby has lost her livelihood; her job, her boyfriend AND her home. For someone who has to have a plan in life, Libby finds herself faced with severe uncertainty of what lies before her. Which path should she choose? She gave up her old life to move to the big city, and now people of the big city have given Libby up. It’s time to see whether Libby follows her heart or her head….or her mother’s influence….
When you’re of a certain age, with your whole life in front of you to do whatever you choose, it can make you feel incredibly powerful. Your life, your decisions, yes? Well, it’s never that simple. What if you were made to think that a well paid job in the big city and power meant success? What if you were made to think that staying local meant you had failed?
After reading ‘Love Me for Me’ I felt so disappointed in myself because I had no idea why I hadn’t picked this book to read before now. You can tell that Libby is a lost soul, she has no idea whether she is coming or going, or what she wants to do with her life. As far as she is concerned, she made her bed and now she has to lie in it. I loved walking down memory lane, so to speak, with Libby and Pete. Finding out where they used to go as children, who they used to hang around with, all the little things that never seem important at the time. Yet, as soon as you’re an adult, it’s those little things that make your jigsaw complete. I saw some of myself in Libby’s personality because of the way she couldn’t find the confidence to go with her heart instead of worrying what people would think of her.
I seem to be saying that a lot, that I can relate to quite a few characters in stories, but I love feeling connected to a book in that way.
Reading some of the novel with Pete’s thoughts and feelings in the back of my mind, I could tell how much of an ‘old soul’ he was. Heart in the right place, but he was going with his head, the complete opposite to Libby.
I thoroughly enjoyed ‘Love Me for Me’. There was always something within the storyline to keep me wanting more, whether it was an emotional part or nosiness! I can honestly say I could not find one fault with this book AT ALL. Well, except that it had to end, but I suppose that one is allowed😉. Just like Libby, family has always been important but I have never been the sort to do family meet up’s. However, after reading Libby’s story it made me realise that family won’t be around forever and instead of thinking ‘i’ll go see them soon’, change that to ‘now’. Soon may never come around. Memories will stay with you, but so will regret, just as Libby finds out.
Such a thought-provoking read filled with love, passion and learning to make the ‘right’ decisions for the ‘right’ time. Absolutely brilliant.

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Gilbster

I liked this but didn't love. Have read better books by the author

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 13, 2016

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3.5 Stars

I am starting to suspect that I much prefer Jenny Hale's marvellous Christmas books to her summery ones, but I will be able to judge that a lot more when I read her new summery release. I liked Love Me For Me, but I didn't love it.

The story felt sort of familiar to me, and that could just be because I read far too many books nowadays, but yet towards the end I realised just how much certain characters had got under my skin without noticing, and I felt quite emotional in places.

I suspect its was as much as case as not fully gelling with the characters, Libby kept saying herself how selfishly she was acting, and I felt there wasn't enough scenes with her and Pete to get a feel for him either. The only character I really loved was Pop, and he is suffering from dementia, but when lucid is loveable and a great grandfatherly figure.

This is a story of Libby trying to work out where her heart lies, is it her childhood home town, or New York which she went to for university, and didn't look back. I felt the book had lots of elements that should have been great, but either weren't detailed enough, or just didn't quite work for me unfortunately.

I suspect if this had been my first book by the author I may have loved it a lot more, but because I know she can do better, as I've read them, this has scored to me lower than it perhaps should do.

Holly Martin

Absolute perfection

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 22, 2015

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Absolutely loved this story. Pete was just a wonderful character and I fell in love with him from the word go. Jenny Hale had a difficult job here as Pete is still furious with Libby at the start of the book for what she said to him in the past but to make him so likeable despite this was beautifully done. Libby was fantastic and I liked her so much. I really felt for her in so many ways and I don't normally cry over books but watching Libby try to find her path in life made me cry on numerous occasions. I loved the setting of White Stone, it sounds a gorgeous place and somewhere I'd love to live, it was described beautifully. The love story between these characters was fantastic to watch as it developed. Jenny is a wonderful writer and I devoured every single word, cannot wait to read more from this very talented author

Mrs MV Russell

... start to read this book but if it anything like the other books then it's gonna be great

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 22, 2015

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I'm just about to start to read this book but if it anything like the other books then it's gonna be great ! I have read
Coming home for Christmas
Summer by the sea
Christmas to remember
Christmas wishes and mistletoe kisses
And all of these books I have not been able to put down until the end and then been gutted when they have ended and these books take me back to my childhood dreams that all (well most) girls have "beautiful and brilliant stories"

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keith lawrence

Two brilliant series

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 31, 2021

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The christmas collection and the beach collection although completely different,so magically written that you can't put them down. Reading again

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