Summertime was a compelling read, beautifully written and skilfully crafted to create a great sense of anticipation of the disasters that occurred. .
I loved the tension of the town celebration at the beginning of the book acted out against the backdrop or the gathering storm. Tensions and pressure built up to the dramatic climax which shattered the town, the prejudices and many lives.
Did Vanessa have any personal link to the veterans and did she gather any personal testimonies of life in those times?
I loved the book. One of the best yet from Book Club - thank you!
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