Author Leila Howland opens up her series with a great story about young love, friendship and grief in Nantucket. As Cricket prepares her summer vacation on the island with her best friend Jules a death occurs in Jules' family. Her beloved mother passes away leaving Cricket wanting to console her friend, while Jules wishes to escape. Cricket travels on her own to Nantucket anyway only to find that her bestie wishes to mourn alone. Cricket starts a new job, tries to find her way with new friends, and falls in love with the one person she least expected. A great read written with a lot of lyricism and feeling. The perfect summer escape read for teens in grades 9-12 who enjoy a little romance and friendship.
