The Summer of Broken Rules — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
A romance novel inspired by the songs of Taylor Swift!
*NOW A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*
This BookTok sensation is perfect for fans of Jenny Han's The Summer I Turned Pretty and Sarah Dessen's Along for the Ride.
Meredith's family's annual game of assassin at Martha's Vineyard during a summer wedding is the perfect chance to honor her sister's legacy, and finally join the world again. But when she forms an alliance with a cute groomsman, she's at risk of losing both the game ... and her heart.
When Meredith Fox lost her sister, Claire, eighteen months ago, she shut everyone out. But this summer she's determined to join the world again.
The annual family vacation to Martha's Vineyard seems like the perfect place to reconnect. Her entire extended family is gathering for a big summer wedding, and although Meredith is dateless after being unexpectedly dumped, she's excited to participate in the traditional Fox family game of assassin that will take place during the week of wedding festivities. Claire always loved the game, and Meredith is determined to honor her legacy.
But when Meredith forms an assassin alliance with a cute groomsman, she finds herself getting distracted. Meredith tries to focus on the game and win it for her sister, but she can't help falling for him. And as the week progresses, she realizes she's not only at risk of losing the game, but also her heart.
"The feel-good summer read of my dreams!"--Alicia, Goodreads Reviewer
"Boy, did it also give me all the summer feels."--Larissa, Goodreads Reviewer
"This book is bound to become a favorite of all who love contemporary romance."--Kelly, Goodreads Reviewer
"If beachy contemporary romances are your jam, then trust me--you do NOT want to miss this book."--Jessica, Goodreads Reviewer
Frequently asked questions
Is The Summer of Broken Rules appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book includes a past fatal car accident described, though not graphically. Additionally, there is a family game of Assassin that involves playacting murder and death, which may be considered violent in a playful context. No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. The narrative focuses on romance and family dynamics rather than horror or suspense.
Does The Summer of Broken Rules have violence?
The book includes a past fatal car accident described, though not graphically. Additionally, there is a family game of Assassin that involves playacting murder and death, which may be considered violent in a playful context.
Does The Summer of Broken Rules have scary content?
No genuinely frightening content is present in the book. The narrative focuses on romance and family dynamics rather than horror or suspense.
Does The Summer of Broken Rules have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. The search results do not mention any religious practices, beliefs, or themes.
Does The Summer of Broken Rules have racial/cultural content?
No explicit racial themes or discussions are present in the book. The search results do not indicate any focus on race as a central theme.
Does The Summer of Broken Rules have profanity?
The book includes strong language such as 's--thead,' 'f--k,' 'd--k,' and 'a--hole.' This indicates the presence of profanity within the narrative.
Does The Summer of Broken Rules have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental discussions are present in the book. The narrative focuses on personal and familial relationships.
Does The Summer of Broken Rules have sexual identity?
The book contains sexual content including kissing, making out, and implied sexual situations, though these are described as happening off-page or in a closed-door manner.
Does The Summer of Broken Rules have gender roles?
The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It features a romantic narrative without explicit commentary on gender expectations or roles.
Does The Summer of Broken Rules have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters explicitly mentioned in the book's narrative. The search results focus on general information about the book and do not indicate any LGBTQ+ representation.
