Publication Date: July 9, 2024
In the wake of tragedy, a group of friends makes a pact that will cause them to reunite a decade later and embark upon a life-changing adventure together—from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Meant to Be.
Four freshmen arrive at college from completely different worlds: Lainey, a California party girl with a flair for drama; Tyson, a brilliant scholar and aspiring lawyer from Washington, D.C.; Summer, an ambitious, recruited athlete from the Midwest; and Hannah, a mild-mannered southerner who is content to quietly round out the circle of big personalities. Soon after arriving on campus, they strike up a conversation in their shared dorm, and the seeds of friendship are planted.
As their college years fly by, their bond intensifies and the four become inseparable. But as graduation nears, their lives are forever changed after a desperate act leads to tragic consequences. Stunned and heartbroken, they make a pact, promising to always be there for one another, no matter how separated they may become by circumstances or distance.
Ten years later, Hannah is anticipating what should be one of the happiest moments of her life when everything is suddenly turned upside down. Calling on her closest friends, it soon becomes clear that they are all facing their own crossroads. True to their promise, they agree to take a time out from lives headed in wrong directions and embark on a shared journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and acceptance.
In this tender portrayal of grief, love, and hope, Emily Giffin asks: When things fall apart, who will be at our sides, helping us pick up the pieces?
When Hannah walks in on her cheating fiancé, the subsequent meltdown requires all hands on deck. That means her two college besties will drop whatever they are doing and rush to her side.
It’s all part of The Summer Pact , an agreement they signed after losing their fourth member. Author Emily Giffin uses that pledge to explore the powerful bonds of friendship.
The characters will draw readers into the story: Hannah, who seeks approval; Tyson, who has a seemingly perfect life but still yearns for more; and Lainey, who has unresolved relationship issues.
Together, they choose three destinations and prepare for a life-changing adventure. Along the way, they discover important truths about themselves.
The Summer Pact delivers a perfect summer read showcasing the powerful nature of coming-of-age friendships.
Emily Giffin is the author of eleven internationally bestselling novels: Something Borrowed, Something Blue, Baby Proof, Love the One You’re With, Heart of the Matter, Where We Belong, The One & Only, First Comes Love, All We Ever Wanted, The Lies That Bind, and Meant to Be. She lives in Atlanta with her family and two dogs.
