Description
THAT AND OTHER SUMMERS
Book Summary
A novel about love, loss, and identity that unfolds over several summers in Madrid. When Gabriel loses his mother, his world darkens until his eyes meet those of Sam, a girl fighting her own battle. Meanwhile, Noboa seeks their inner freedom and finds in Iván a connection that teaches them how to truly feel. Through four intertwined voices, the work explores how fate and chance mingle during the hottest days of the year, transforming its protagonists as time passes.
What is it about?
The story begins at a critical moment for Gabriel: the passing of his mother. From a hospital rooftop, he seeks answers that seem unattainable until he spots Sam, a young woman in the building across the street who is struggling with her own demons. In parallel, Noboa wanders the streets of Madrid reflecting on how what we wear beneath our skin can be an invisible prison. Their meeting with Iván marks a turning point, as by his side they discover what it means to feel fully, both in the light and in the shadows. For these four characters, June 20th becomes a recurring milestone. Throughout several summers, their paths cross, blending fate and chance, while they learn that sometimes it is we who change and other times it is time that transforms us.
Main themes
- Grief and the search for answers after an irreparable loss.
- Gender identity and the struggle for personal freedom against social expectations.
- Love as a transformative force and catalyst for self-discovery.
- The passage of time and how summers become stages for change and reunion.
- Chance and destiny as threads that connect seemingly separate lives.
Who is it recommended for?
This work is aimed at young adult and adult readers who enjoy romantic novels with emotional and social undertones. It is ideal for those seeking stories that address affective and gender diversity, as well as those who appreciate ensemble narratives where several characters intertwine over time. It will also appeal to readers interested in plots that explore grief, identity, and personal growth from a sensitive and contemporary perspective.
What this book offers
- An honest and nuanced vision of the grieving process and personal overcoming.
- A respectful and deep representation of gender diversity and the struggle for authenticity.
- A narrative structure that weaves together multiple perspectives, enriching the reading experience.
- A reflection on how chance encounters can change the course of our lives.
- A story that invites empathy and understanding of realities different from one's own.
Technical specifications
- Author: CASADO, CAROLINA
- Publisher: EDICIONES VERSATIL, S.L.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: ROMANTIC AND INTERPERSONAL RELATIONS FICTION, PERSONAL AND SOCIAL ISSUES: SEXUALITY AND REL
- Collection: YOUNG ADULT
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: May 2022
- Number of pages: 512
- Weight: 956 g
Editorial review
A novel that successfully combines young adult romance with deeply social topics, such as gender identity and grief. The author constructs an ensemble plot that progresses through the summers, allowing the characters to evolve in a believable and emotional way. Her sensitive and direct narrative style manages to connect with the reader from the very first pages. Recommended for those looking for a read that entertains, but also invites reflection on the freedom to be oneself and the strength of human bonds.