Jelly Bean Summer

Written by Joyce Magnin

Joyce escapes to the roof, finding unexpected friendship and challenges that test family bonds.

3.8 Goodreads · 296 ratings

272 pages· 49,235 words· Est. 7 hour read· 570L

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Bookroo's summary

Joyce escapes her chaotic family by living on the roof, seeking peace and solitude. But when she spots Brian on a neighboring roof, their shared struggles with family loss forge an unexpected friendship. Together, they plan a UFO display to fix Brian's brother's truck, drawing even Joyce's skeptical sister, Elaine, into their scheme. As summer unfolds, Joyce must navigate new friendships and family tensions, leading to a summer of unforgettable discoveries and challenges.

From the publisher

Joyce has had it with her family (especially with UFO-sighting Elaine who loves her guinea pig more than her own sister). Her solution? Move out of the house and pitch a tent on the roof for the summer. But when she spots a boy watching her from a neighboring roof she’s stunned-and intrigued. Brian recently lost his brother, and the two instantly bond over their messed-up families. To help Brian repair his brother’s truck, they concoct a scheme to build and sell tickets to a UFO display. Even Elaine agrees to help… until unexpected events test the limits of Joyce’s family ties.

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