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Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a bittersweet and raw tone that will resonate with Just for the Summer fans.
10 Best Books Like Just for the Summer
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The best books like Just for the Summer are:
- 1Happy Place by Emily Henry3.9
- 2People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry0
- 3Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez0
- 4The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez0
- 5Throne Off Course by Hailee Carmel4.4
- 6Beach Read by Emily Henry4.0
- 7The Rom-Commers: A Novel by Katherine Center4.4
- 8The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren4.3
- 9Love and Other Words by Christina Lauren4.5
- 10The Love Wager by Lynn Painter3.9
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When Justin and Emma discover they both have the same "curse" - their exes find soulmates immediately after dating them - they hatch a plan to date each other and break the cycle
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Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a tender and aching tone that will resonate with Just for the Summer fans.
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Why you'll love it:
Another Abby Jimenez book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
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Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a witty and heartwarming tone that will resonate with Just for the Summer fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a bittersweet and healing tone that will resonate with Just for the Summer fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a warm and witty tone that will resonate with Just for the Summer fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a playful yet grounded tone that will resonate with Just for the Summer fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a heartbreaking but healing tone that will resonate with Just for the Summer fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a light and playful tone that will resonate with Just for the Summer fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Just for the Summer
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Place | Emily Henry | 3.9 | 2023 | 400 | Closest match |
| People We Meet on Vacation | Emily Henry | 0 | 2021 | 395 | Similar vibes |
| Say You'll Remember Me | Abby Jimenez | 0 | — | — | Same author |
| The Friend Zone | Abby Jimenez | 0 | 2019 | — | Same author |
| Throne Off Course | Hailee Carmel | 4.4 | 2025 | 374 | Similar vibes |
| Beach Read | Emily Henry | 4.0 | 2020 | 358 | Similar vibes |
| The Rom-Commers: A Novel | Katherine Center | 4.4 | 2025 | 352 | Similar vibes |
| The Paradise Problem | Christina Lauren | 4.3 | 2025 | 368 | Similar vibes |
| Love and Other Words | Christina Lauren | 4.5 | 2018 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Love Wager | Lynn Painter | 3.9 | 2023 | 315 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Just for the Summer?
The most similar books to Just for the Summer are Happy Place, People We Meet on Vacation, Say You'll Remember Me.
What should I read after Just for the Summer?
After finishing Just for the Summer, readers most commonly pick up Happy Place next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Abby Jimenez, such as Say You'll Remember Me.
Who writes books like Abby Jimenez?
Authors similar to Abby Jimenez include Christina Lauren, Emily Henry, Tessa Bailey.
What genre is Just for the Summer?
Just for the Summer is a Romance novel by Abby Jimenez, published in 2024. It features elements of Fake Dating, Online Meet-Cute, Dating Pact.
How long is Just for the Summer?
Just for the Summer varies in length depending on edition.
Does Just for the Summer have romance/spice?
Just for the Summer has a spice level of 2/5. This book has moderate romantic content.
About Just for the Summer
When Justin and Emma discover they both have the same "curse" - their exes find soulmates immediately after dating them - they hatch a plan to date each other and break the cycle. What starts as a strategic summer fling at a lake house in Minnesota becomes a deeply emotional journey as both characters navigate complex family situations and past trauma. Abby Jimenez masterfully weaves together a Reddit meet-cute with serious themes of mental health, toxic family relationships, and the healing power of chosen family, creating a romance that's both laugh-out-loud funny and genuinely moving. Perfect for readers who love unconventional meet-cutes, summer settings, mental health representation, and Jimenez's signature blend of humor and heart that proves the best relationships often bloom from the most unexpected arrangements.