
Since Last Summer is a young adult contemporary novel following two eighteen-year-old friends, Rory McShane and Isabel Rule, through a transformative summer in East Hampton. Rory, from a different social class, grapples with feelings of belonging in her boyfriend Connor's affluent world as they face college. Isabel, Connor's sister, is trying to heal from a past heartbreak while a new romance blossoms. The book explores themes of friendship, first love, social class differences, and self-identity, making it a relatable read for teens navigating similar life transitions and emotional challenges. It's a companion to 'Rules of Summer' but can be read independently.
Eighteen-year-olds Rory McShane and Isabel Rule are back for another summer in East Hampton, but their friendship is put to the test as each girl deals with boyfriends, summer jobs, and family issues.