The Summer Boy by Philippe Besson
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Tell me, do you know why the most beautiful love stories must always end badly?
On a scruffy resort island off the coast of France, six teenagers-five boys and one girl-band together for a final golden season. Their days are drenched in sun and freedom, and their nights simmer with secrets, jealousy, and longing. Philippe is drawn to Nicolas, the quiet new boy who sees him in a way that no one else does. As their bond deepens, part of Nicolas remains unreachable-until a sudden tragedy brings their summer to a brutal end.
The Summer Boy is a lush and unforgettable tale, capturing the ineffable summers of youth in amber. Celebrated novelist Philippe Besson has shaped his memories into an aching meditation on how one summer night-and one fierce connection-can echo across a lifetime.
About the Author: Philippe Besson is a prizewinning author, screenwriter, and playwright. His first novel, In the Absence of Men, was awarded the Emmanuel-Robles Prize in 2001, and he is also the author of Lie with Me, a #1 French bestseller. His novels have been translated into twenty different languages.
18 Jun 2026
Additional information
| Format | Paperback / softback |
|---|---|
| Genre | Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945) |
| Readership Level | General (US: Trade) |
| ISBN | 9781398556683 |
| Publication Date | 18 Jun 2026 |
The Summer Boy: The essential literary beach read from the author of Lie With Me by Philippe Besson ISBN 9781398556683