Back to the scene of Barry’s Bay

A Golden Summer by Carly Fortune

I’m such a big fan of Carly Fortune, so I was really excited to read A Golden Summer. Her writing just has this way of pulling you right into the scene — you feel like you’re actually there, by the lake, soaking up the summer. She describes Canadian nature so beautifully, especially the lakes and that feeling of going back to Barry’s Bay every summer. It’s cozy and nostalgic, and I love that.

After her first book, it felt really special to come back to these characters. It was great to see Percy and Sam again, and this time we got more of Charlie’s story too — the so-called “bad brother.” I loved that. You really get to see that no one is all good or all bad. Charlie getting his happy ending made the story even more touching.

What I liked most is how the book captures that feeling of teenage nostalgia — the awkwardness, the memories, and how we carry all of that into who we are now. It’s about growth and becoming a better version of yourself, while also recognizing you’re still, in many ways, the same person you were back then. It’s a gentle reminder that we can work on ourselves and move past the things that once held us back, like shyness or insecurity.

Overall, it’s just a really lovely, easy read — perfect for summer, by the pool or the beach. Carly’s writing isn’t overly complicated, but there’s something so warm and real about it. She has this special way of making simple stories feel meaningful. And of course, I have to mention the covers — they’re always so beautiful and dreamy.

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