I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

Gods this book has left me stewing in my nostalgia for mosquito bites, burnt marshmallows, and Girl Scout sleep away camp.

Wish You Weren't Here by Erin Baldwin follows our main character, Juliette, at her final summer at Fogridge Sleepaway Camp, where she unexpectedly has to share a cabin with her longtime frenemy, Priya. The summer is different than what Juliette planned, but it ends up better than she imagined with a surprise romance with Priya. I grew up going to summer camp, and now I work at one, plus I'm a lesbian, so I HAD to request this book! Juliette was giving all the chaotic camp vibes, plus teenage sapphic angst, and I was living for it!! It was funny and cute and emotional. it did feel like a debut, but I can't wait to read more from Erin Baldwin.

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I though this book was so cute! It's a summer camp frenemies to lovers rom come, what's not to like?! Although I did not like Juliette's character at first, but she definitely grew on me. If you ever went to summer camp, or enjoy summer camp vibes you will love this one!

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• sapphic romcoms
• summer romance
• witty banter
• camp
• grumpy sunshine
• "enemies" to lovers

Erin Baldwin's Wish You Weren't Here is the sapphic camp romance I've always dreamed of. What a fun, complex, and tender tale—Baldwin does a great job at depicting both the trials of teenagerdom and the sweetness of first love.

five stars, no notes. I don't typically read YA but the premise of this book was just too good. Erin Baldwin is magic and so are her characters.

Wish You Weren't Here by Erin Baldwin is a stunning debut that blends humor, emotion, and a perfect summer camp setting. The story centers on Juliette, a flawed but lovable protagonist, and Priya, her perfect yet complex rival-turned-love interest. Their slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers dynamic is brilliantly written, with each character growing in meaningful ways as they challenge and support each other.

At the heart of the story are Juliette Barrera-Wright and Priya Pendley, two characters who start as friendly rivals, but slowly reveal the complexities of their personalities and flaws. Juliette, the story’s POV character, is incredibly well-developed—flawed, funny, and relatable. You’re not always supposed to root for her, and that’s part of what makes her journey so compelling. As she learns to grow and accept her own shortcomings, she also begins to see Priya in a new light. Priya, at first, seems like the perfect, untouchable girl, but the layers peel back to reveal her own flaws, making her just as human as Juliette.

The inclusion in the story feels seamless and authentic, not forced or one-dimensional. The characters are wonderfully diverse, and the way their different backgrounds and personalities are woven into the narrative only adds richness to the story. You truly feel like you're spending a summer at camp with these characters, and the genuine, inclusive atmosphere only strengthens the emotional pull of the novel. Highly recommend!

Thanks to the author and publisher for providing a review copy through NetGalley.

This was such a cute ya sapphic romance ! We follow Juliette as she’s off to her much anticipated final year of summer camp, only her worst nightmare comes true her rival Priya is at her summer camp and worse yet her new bunk mate. I loved the characters in this one they felt real and relatable. This made me miss summer and think of my own past summer camp days. I enjoyed this authors writing it was fast paced and engaging and I couldn’t put this down. This is my first book from this author and hope to read more from them in the future. I would like to thank NetGalley and the publishers for a chance to read this book for an honest review.

This was an entertaining book that revolved around two girls that seemingly have a rivalry, yet nothing is quite as it seems. There is also plenty of camp hijinks!

This is a fun enemies to lovers YA romance. Priya and Juliet were never friends but Priya has defended her from day one. Juliet is easily annoyed by Priya but goes to her birthday party every year. At her party she mentions to Priya's mom that she's attending Fog Ridge for the last time before they're off to college. That unintentionally gets Priya sent to camp with her and changes everything. She slowly starts to see Priya differently and romance starts to bloom. It's witty and has interesting characters.

It's sapphic and it's set at summer camp, I'm here. I liked that this had a heavier focus on self discovery and wasn't too fully romance centered, and I always love books set at camp!

What can I say, I'm an absolute sucker for messy sapphic rivals-to-lovers romcoms, and this delivers all of that and more, with the added bonus of summer camp vibes.

Adorable. If you’ve ever experience summer camp, this will bring back all the feelings of nostalgia for the connections and growth that happens in such a short period of time. It’s like 1 day camp time is 1 month real time. I don’t know if I’d necessarily categorize this as a YA romance as much as a journey of self discovery. I loved the diverse representation and the sweet sapphic frenemies to lovers trope. My queer-summer-camp-kid heart loved this.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book's got very little romance and reads more like an adventure/self-discovery novel. If you enjoy high school gossip and summer camp drama, this will be pretty entertaining. I love how summer camp is important to Juliette and the things it represents to her feel like such an accurate representation of what growing up feels like. This feels like a weird comparison to draw but this book reminds me a lot of Dork Diaries, just a more grown-up version with a better writing style. That said, the writing itself didn't engage me 100% of the time and i zoned out every now and again.

Wish You Weren't Here by Erin Baldwin is an emotionally charged and poignant exploration of grief, healing, and the complexities of relationships. From my perspective, Baldwin’s writing is both raw and lyrical, effectively conveying the turmoil that accompanies loss while offering glimpses of hope and resilience. The characters are well-drawn, each grappling with their own pain and struggles, which makes their journeys feel authentic and relatable.

I appreciated how the narrative tackles difficult themes with sensitivity and depth, allowing readers to experience the weight of the characters' emotions. The pacing is generally steady, though there are moments when the story feels a bit repetitive, which can detract from the overall impact. Baldwin’s ability to capture the nuances of human connection, especially in the face of adversity, is commendable.

Overall, Wish You Weren't Here is a heartfelt and thought-provoking read that resonated with me on multiple levels. It’s a powerful reminder of the importance of love and support during tough times, making it a compelling choice for readers who appreciate emotionally rich storytelling that delves into the human experience.

Holy hell did this book catch me by surprise! On the surface, a cute YA sapphic summer-camp romance, complete with the enemies-to-lovers tension and chaotic friend-group I love to read. I didn't have much by way of expectations for this book though - YA romance is often too surface for me and while its a genre I love, the tension can sometimes be too cringey to enjoy. This book really transcended all of that for me. The setting was used beautifully and I was so fully engrossed in this dang summer camp that I'm honestly heart broken it doesn't exist. And I don't even like summer camp. The building of both the tension and breaking-down of barriers between the two MCs was excellently done. I found myself cheering deeply for both of them, and deeply engrossed in their story. I also really enjoyed the use of the villain in this story for how it brought the two leads together and helped the MC really grow. And there was vindication! Sweet sweet vindication! All in all, a book that surprised me, not because I thought I wouldn't like it, but because I never imagined how much I would.

I really enjoyed this book and the whole hate to love aspect. Usually summer camp romances are a hit or miss but this one was definitely a hit! This book would easily fit in any summer themed book display.

This was a super cute romance about 2 girls who think they have nothing in common but find that they may be perfect for each other. Enemies to lovers is a tough trope to get right but Baldwin does a good job here. Juliette and Priya aren't enemies but they don't like each other and do their best to give each other a wide berth. When they have the opportunity to really get to know each other, the chemistry is great and I believed the evolution of their relationship. Anyone who went to and loved summer camp will find this book nostalgic. This was a fun one.

This was very predictable. I was hoping for a bit more, because I was predicting what would happen, but it was still good. It was a fun, quick read that I’m glad I read.
Recommend reading if you’re in the mood for a good, light, fun, sapphic teen romance.

This book is a delightful summer romance that I’d call fluffy yet a slow burn. At one point, I really questioned if the characters would end up together, but I was invested in their journey. "Wish You Weren't Here" follows Juliette, who unexpectedly finds herself sharing a summer camp experience with her not-so-evil nemesis, Priya.

Priya embodies everything Juliette is not, making it feel like fate when the popular girl becomes her roommate at Fogridge, Juliette’s summer sanctuary. Determined to make the most of her last summer there, Juliette navigates this rivals-to-lovers dynamic.

The romance unfolds gradually, which is charming to watch as they realize their feelings are more complicated than they thought. The side characters added depth, though I’m still puzzled by Galahad's intense dislike for Juliette, which left me a bit frustrated. Overall, it’s a lovely story with a sweet romance, perfect for a palate cleanser. I highly recommend it!