Jennifer Dugan is the author of the graphic novels
Coven and
Full Shift, as well as the young adult novels
Playing For Keeps,
The Last Girls Standing,
Melt With You,
Some Girls Do,
Verona Comics, and
Hot Dog Girl, which was called “a great, fizzy rom-com” by
Entertainment Weekly and “one of the best reads of the year, hands down” by
Paste magazine. Follow her online @JL_Dugan.
Praise for Summer Girls:
* "A continuous page-turner. Aside from the blossoming relationship, Dugan focuses on current issues such as coming out and gentrification. Many young adults will also relate to the worrisome problem of parents recording their children for online content. A reminder that love is always worth the fight." —
Booklist,
starred review"The narrative not only chronicles the teens’ slow-burn romance, but also deftly addresses the underlying issues present in their relationship, including wealth, class differences, the privilege of being able to come out on your own terms, and the volatile nature of social media. This fast-paced enemies-to-lovers romance will keep readers turning the pages . . . A summer romance that’s a delightful read in any season." —
Kirkus Reviews
"Nuanced discussions of gentrification levied by the girls’ charming romance balance out this sweet and summery beach read." —
Publishers Weekly
