Suddenly This Summer Novels & Stories

Then, came the clink of glasses. “I heard you haven’t touched Summer in seven years. Why are you holding out on a beauty like that?” “Are you crazy? Everyone in our circle knows that John only sleeps with virgins. No matter how pretty Summer is, she’s been tainted by someone else. How could she compare to you? At least you are innocent.” Anna let out a shy, coquettish protest. A chill ran through my entire body. Even my hands began to tremble. It felt as though I had been dragged back to the darkest moment of my life, the memory I tried hardest never to think about.

Bethany's expression froze, the joy in her eyes vanishing as sheer panic took its place. The terror she felt was laid bare in front of Mitchell, and in that moment, it looked almost comical. Though it was the height of summer, Bethany felt a chill crawl over her skin, a chill that had nothing to do with the weather. She had already experienced the madness that Mitchell could descend into for Heather's sake, twice now, and the fear of reliving it a third time made her stomach turn.

The head of the orphanage found me in the middle of the scorching summer, which was why he named me Theros Sommar. When Daisy learned of it, she then said that moving forward, the summer solstice every year would be my birthday. She then prepared birthday gifts for me and even baked a birthday cake for me to celebrate. Ever since my gastric bleeding the other day, she had forbidden me from drinking again. But the mood back then had been just right, so I pestered her until she gave in and allowed me to drink some red wine. One thing led to another, and that night, she finally gave herself wholly to me.

Akiko didn’t mind hugging Kenji like earlier—she was starting to get used to it—but sometimes she still got too shy when Kenji looked her in the eyes or smiled suddenly, or when he suggested getting close so casually like that. They left the therapy room, walking down the hospital corridor toward Akiko's room. "Summer is almost at its peak," Akiko said, extending her hand as they passed through a garden area. She caught the sunlight, feeling its warmth on her skin. "Yes, it’s time for festivals and fireworks," Kenji responded automatically. "What festival?" Akiko turned, her eyes curious. "The summer festival. I’ll take you there later. When..." Kenji mentioned the idea without thinking, out

Nobody is going to come to me. Talking about me, my name is Theodore Reigns. I'm 16, about to enter Junior year in two months when the school reopens after summer break. But to be honest, right now I think it's highly unlikely cause I'm here attending this three day Art camp for next year's senior students, that too in disguise as Elena Griffin, Eastwood's best artist, and so if I get caught, I guess I won't have to go to school again.

ASHLEY’S POV “Summer Royal Academy” The sign read. I walked down the path of the sign until I was staring at a big black gate. It had hefty pillars built on the sides and even though it read ‘academy’ at the gate, it could pass for a prison. “Miss, are you lost?” A very hefty man walked up to me from the gate and questioned. I gulped in a wholesome amount of saliva, terrified by the mere size of the man, before attempting to respond to his question.

Patrick replied. After dinner they took a walk on the beach. The sky was dark, there were very few stars in the sky and no moon. Summer broke down and cried in her father's arms and he comforted her. "Let it all out." Patrick patted her hair." Tomorrow you will be a new person, leaving all your heart ache behind. Bobby Styles will wish he had never betrayed you." Summer sniffled and wiped her tears. A smile spread across her lips. Her father was right. She was going to re invent herself and come back better than ever.

June felt one growing across her face too as blood rushed to her cheeks. “So last night... we actually..” she started, picking at the leftover eggs on her plate. “Yeah.” He answered, his face softening. “Are you okay?” “Yeah. Yeah, I mean, I-I wanted it.” She stuttered out as more blood rushed to her face, causing her to be beet red. “Like I said last night, your first time was supposed to be more..special. So I promise you, June Summerfield, to give you a proper first-time next time.” He said as a half-joke, which earned a small smile from June.

"I don't know anything else." Shawn pursed his lips. Coincidentally, Summer came out of the office, also ready to leave work. "Why are you still here?" Shawn asked. Summer looked puzzled. "Why can't I be here?" "You didn't go with Gale?" Summer smiled mysteriously. "She had plans. I can't follow her and be a lightbulb. Isn't that inappropriate?" Shawn's expression darkened a few shades more. "Plans?!" Plans? "She didn't tell you? It's Aurum's birthday, she's going to celebrate with him," Summer said provocatively.

Before the situation escalated further, Ben appeared, carrying a tray of bubble tea. In two swift strides, Ben was between them. He caught Summer’s arm mid-swing, his grip ironclad. With a sharp flick of his wrist, he tossed her aside like a rag doll. Turning immediately to Jamie, his expression softened into concern. “Are you okay? Did she hurt you?” Jamie shook her head, still catching her breath. Seeing Ben’s protective reaction, Summer’s heart shattered. “Ben, don’t you remember who I am? This isn’t fair!” she cried, her voice trembling with anguish.