BOOKKAST - Bestsellers in Minutes dives into the emotionally rich and deeply nostalgic bestseller "Every Summer After" by Carley Fortune — a powerful debut novel that explores the enduring pull of first love, the weight of regrets, and the redemptive power of forgiveness. In today’s episode, we unpack the entire story, from its idyllic lakeside setting in Barry’s Bay to the unforgettable bond between Percy and Sam, two childhood friends whose romantic connection spans over a decade, shaped by long summers, growing pains, and one life-changing mistake. If you’re drawn to stories like “The Summer I Turned Pretty”, “Beach Read”, or Taylor Jenkins Reid’s novels, you’ll be hooked by this emotionally layered narrative. “Every Summer After” balances romance and nostalgia with emotional realism — all wrapped in a coming-of-age love story that dares to ask: Can you ever truly go back to the beginning? In this podcast episode, you'll discover: A full plot breakdown of Every Summer After Analysis of themes like forgiveness, identity, and personal growth The timeline shifts between past and present Why Percy and Sam’s relationship feels so real What makes Carley Fortune's debut a standout in contemporary romance✨ Whether you’re deciding if this book is worth the read or you’ve already fallen in love with Percy and Sam, this episode will deepen your appreciation for Fortune’s storytelling magic. Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for daily episodes on bestselling books! NEW EPISODES EVERY DAY. BOOKKAST — Bestsellers in Minutes. Book Covered: Every Summer After by Carley Fortune️ Genre: Contemporary Romance, Women’s Fiction, Coming-of-Age Setting: Barry’s Bay, Ontario – lake life, summer nostalgia, small-town charm