Contemporary Fiction
One Summer
2011·337 pages
A terminally ill man rebuilds his family over one unforgettable summer, finding hope and love amidst grief.
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A terminally ill man rebuilds his family over one unforgettable summer, finding hope and love amidst grief.
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I have been a fan of David Baldacci since I happened to pick up TOTAL CONTROL in an airport right before moving to Charlottesville, VA, where the book essentially takes place. Baldacci had me hooked, and I've been a fan ever since. I've met him at several of his book signings, and he's an incredibly likeable guy and an engaging speaker. As an author in the women's lit genre, I was really happy to see Baldacci expose his softer side with ONE SUMMER - the side I knew was there
What's Inside
will contain mild spoilers
Sexual content
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Mild romantic elements as the lead learns to love again; no explicit sex
Violence & gore
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Fatal car accident, fistfights, courtroom tension, and a dramatic rescue
Profanity
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Substance use
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Alcohol abuse themes tied to grief, trauma, and family conflict
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Religious content
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Mild inspirational hope themes around a miraculous recovery
Magic & witchcraft
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No magic or witchcraft present
Occult / demonology
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No occult or demonology content present
Political content
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Self-harm / suicide
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Abuse & suffering
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Family conflict and trauma from terminal illness and sudden loss
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