JACKPOT SUMMER I've always looked for new books from author Elyssa Friedland. I was very excited to get to read JACKPOT SUMMER for Fresh Fiction. This story is about siblings who are all wrapped up in the loss of their mother and losing the family vacation home at the Jersey Shore. All are going through individual things as well. Although this book discusses serious topics, it does it with a softer tone and a humorous side.
The four siblings are all struggling emotionally and three are struggling financially. They decide to put in some tickets for the lottery. The wealthier sibling declines. It's so crazy but they WIN!! They are all elated and think everything will finally be okay. However, they couldn't be more WRONG.
I enjoy the author's style of writing books about messy families, she explores that dynamic in an authentic and charming way that always works for me. I think we’ve all daydreamed about what we would do if we won the lottery so this was a great premise. JACKPOT SUMMER is a laugh-out-loud, entertaining summer read with such a fun family. My favorite character was the Dad and he truly shines at the end. Overall, this was a family drama with a light-hearted tone that this reader genuinely enjoyed.
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