The Summer of Songbirds

By: Kristy Woodson Harvey

Narrated by: Jennifer Jill Araya, Reena Dutt, Jackie Sanders

In this instant New York Times bestselling novel by “Southern sensation Kristy Woodson Harvey” (Good Morning America), four women come together to save the summer camp that changed their lives and rediscover themselves in the process.

Nearly thirty years ago, June Moore bought Camp Holly Springs and turned it into a thriving summer haven for girls. But now, June is in danger of losing the place she has sacrificed everything for and begins to realize how much she has used the camp to avoid facing difficulties in her life.

June’s niece, Daphne, met her two best friends, Lanier and Mary Stuart, during a fateful summer at camp. They’ve all helped each other through hard times and the three are inseparable even in their thirties. But when attorney Daphne is confronted with a relationship from her past—and a confidential issue at work becomes personal—she is faced with an impossible choice.

Lanier, meanwhile, is struggling with tough decisions of her own. After a run-in with an old flame, she is torn between the commitment she made to her fiancé and the one she made to her first love. And when a big secret comes to light, she finds herself at odds with her best friend…and risks losing the person she loves most.

But in spite of their personal problems, nothing is more important than Camp Holly Springs. When the women learn their childhood oasis is in danger of closing, they band together to save it, sending them on a journey that promises to open the next chapters in their lives.

Lyrical and unforgettable, “The Summer of Songbirds is a warm, hopeful story of friendship, love, and second chances” (Emily Henry, #1 New York Times bestselling author).

Critic reviews

"Three friends, Daphne, Lanier, and Mary Stuart, have returned to their hometown to save their childhood summer camp. Jennifer Jill Araya as Daphne gives a stunning performance as a hopeless addict who becomes a successful lawyer. Araya’s emotional range gives her character depth and strength. Lanier, deftly portrayed by Reena Dutt, is a selfish, jealous woman who sincerely loves and hates Daphne, and who controls the key to Daphne’s newfound sobriety and love life. June, Daphne’s aunt, portrayed by Jackie Sanders, hides in the camp she owns, wracked by guilt because she didn’t help her sister, Daphne’s mother, when she needed her most. This emotional stew will engage listeners as they root for Daphne in this heartwarming story."

Awesome

I LOVED this book! It is one of the most wonderful books ever!! It is so special!!

Another terrific story that spans generations

This author is absolutely one of my favorites! A terrific storyteller about families and friends!

Loved summer if Songbirda

Great heartwarming story about friendship, love, determination as well as heartbreak. It was inspirational and gave readers the opportunity to see life in a different way.

For everyone with lifetime friendships

Loved this story and really hated to have it end. It’s just full of the things real friendship are all about.
Have recommended many many times.

Terrible Narration

The story was ok but the narration was terrible. It was hard to get through it.