The story of Cam and Chloe. She has always had a crush on him, and now he is back in town for his sisters wedding, does she have a chance with him, or will he just leave again and break her heart?

Looking forward to the other books in this series.

WOW!!! This book is amazing. This is the first book I've read by Karen Erickson and I am amazed at how well written this story is. I will definitely read more of Karen's books. I could not put this book down. I normally do not finish a book so fast but this one was a easy read. The story line was easy to follow. There were moments when I wanted to smack one of the characters. My heart skipped beats while reading this book. This is such a romantic book. I can't say too much without giving spoilers. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves romance.

I was given an ARC of That One Summer by Karen Erickson. This book was a fast pace and emotional romance. I really enjoyed this book. From the beginning of the first chapter I was hooked. It starts off at Chloe's best friend Jane's wedding. Dancing with her best friend Mac, who is also Jane's brother. When thier older brother Cam asks Chloe to dance. Her thoughts went wild. I am not going to say much more, because I dont want to spoil the book. If your looking for a great fast pace read, I would defiantly pick this one up. That one summer will be available for purchasing March 3. I rate this book 4.5/5 Stars.

A small town romance, Chloe and Cam have known each other since they were young. Chloe has always had a crush on him but Cam has always been resistant to her and left their small town once he was able to, never to look back again. He's back for his sister's wedding and recent events in is past has made it so that he needs to stay a little while. Can they take this time to become more than just acquaintances?

This was a cute story that I was given the opportunity to read through NetGalley (thank you!)- the book named for Chloe's request to have Cam give her an unforgettable summer. I thought that the characters, both the couple and the supporting characters, were a bit immature. Cam was called out for his "woe is me" behavior, Chloe can't help herself and breaks someone's confidence, Cam's brothers and sisters use odd ways of trying to get through to Cam that obviously wouldn't work given the way he is. It was a little unbelievable and because consistent, did get a little tiresome. However, overall, it was a sweet story that kept my attention and I enjoyed it.

That One Summer is a perfect example of Karen Erickson’s fluid writing style and her ability to engage her readers from the very first page, and keep you riveted till the last page is turned. That One Summer has wonderful characters, an engaging storyline and plenty of depth and emotion. I would probably rate the heat level of this story as less than I’m used to; being suitable for younger adults rather than exceedingly steamy, but nevertheless, it is an intriguing and heartfelt story that is easily consumed in one sitting, due to its easy ebb and flow.

I liked this book. The. couple tried to start their relationship out just as a summer fling-no sex just romance. This proved to be harder than they thought. She was the girl next door & he was a brooding loner. She was able to draw him out to his true self except he had something he hadn’t told her.

This was a very enjoyable book. A fast, easy read. Great character development. I loved them all...they were very real.

(3.5) Three Point Five Stars for “That One Summer” by Karen Erickson

Many thanks to NetGalley, Social Butterfly PR, and Karen Erickson for an ARC in exchange for an honest book review of “That One Summer”. My thoughts and opinions are 100% my own and independent of receiving an advance copy.

Synopsis: “The girl next door never looked so good…
Cameron McKenzie knows he's damaged goods. It's the reason he's stayed away from Lone Pine Lake--from just about everyone but his sister Jane. By default, that often meant her pesky, crushing best friend Chloe Dawson, too.

But when he sees Chloe at Jane's wedding, he sees something new in her. Something unexpected.
Chloe has always thought Cam hung the moon. She's even let herself dream of a future with the brooding bad boy in her heart of hearts. After one explosive kiss, it's time to make her move. The guy who always leaves might be tempted to stay by a no-strings offer of a summer romance.

No strings is exactly what Cameron needs to explore these confusing feelings about the beautiful girl next door. He knows he's not worthy of their hometown's resident good girl. But this good girl's ready for an adventure…one that just might end up lasting a lifetime.”

WRITING STYLE: 5/5
PLOT: 3/5
WORLD-BUILDING: 3/5
CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT: 4/5
ROMANCE: 4/5 (sweet yet steamy variety)
HEAT: 2/5 (see above)

Author Karen Erickson gives us a stunningly beautifully written story with two great characters that unfortunately just falls short in the last act for some reason. It’s gorgeous and slow burn, sweet and steamy and then all of a sudden, rush, rush, rush, done. I don’t really know what happened there, if that was the intention for the story or if time ran out. Some people might be perfectly happy with the ending. I would have preferred a little more story. It’s so unfortunate because it is just gorgeous. I really do encourage people to read this book and make up their own minds. Cameron and Chloe are great characters and the setting is beautiful. The story is quite good. I just really hate to repeat myself but I wish that there had been more story to the last bit of this book.

Chloe and Cameron grew up together in Lone Pine Lake. Chloe has always had a crush on Cameron and he knows it. He’s got a chip on his shoulder, never feeling he’s worthy of…well much of anything. He leaves the small town at the first opportunity. Chloe and Cameron see each other when Cameron comes back for his sister’s wedding. There is electricity in the air and they share a kiss. Chloe knows that Cameron is not the staying around type but maybe she could have him for one summer? Things get complicated after Chloe gets into an accident and Cameron’s walls start to come down. Maybe he’ll stick around this time? Maybe forever?

#ThatOneSummer #NetGalley #SocialButterflyPR