At fifteen years old, Haven finds her world falling apart. Her father's found a new wife, her sister's moving out and her mother is having a mid-life crisis. In this novel, Haven realises that growing up means involuntarily embarking on a long-winding, turbulent roller coaster ride.
She'd give anything to relive the beautiful moments when her parents were still together and her sister was as carefree as she had always been. That summer, everything was perfect. That summer, things seemed to just fall in place. That summer, they had all been happy. Or so it seemed.
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I personally enjoyed reading this book as it gives a clear insight as to what growing up involves. It doesn't only show the more positive sides of aging, it also illustrates the colder, more harsh reality. However, I thought some parts of the book came across as too melodramatic and cliche, but overall, a good read that provokes thinking. :)
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