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Part of "Sisterhood" series
"Forever in Blue: The Fourth Summer of the Sisterhood" by Ann Brashares is the fourth book in the popular Sisterhood series. The series follows the lives of four friends, Carmen, Tibby, Bridget, and Lena, as they navigate the challenges of growing up and staying connected to each other. In this installment, the girls are about to begin their senior year of high school and are spending one last summer together on the island of Saltta before they go their separate ways for college. However, this summer is not like the ones before. The magic of the sisterhood's special blue jeans, which they have shared and passed around for the past three summers, seems to be fading. The jeans, which have always fit each girl perfectly and held a special power to bring them together, no longer fit some of them, and the girls begin to feel the strain of their impending separation. As the summer progresses, each girl faces her own set of challenges and must come to terms with the idea of growing up and moving on. Carmen struggles with her feelings for her long-distance boyfriend, Tibby deals with the loss of a close friend, Bridget faces the consequences of her impulsive decisions, and Lena tries to reconcile her feelings for two different boys. Through it all, the girls learn that the bond of their sisterhood is stronger than any pair of jeans and that, even when they are apart, they will always be connected. The book is a heartwarming and relatable coming-of-age story that will resonate with readers of all ages. The book is well written, with believable and relatable characters, and a engaging plot. The themes of friendship, love, and growing up are explored in a deep and meaningful way. The author does a great job of capturing the essence of what it means to be a teenager, the struggles, the insecurities, the excitement and the fear of the future. The book is a great addition to the series and a must-read for fans of the sisterhood. In summary, "Forever in Blue: The Fourth Summer of the Sisterhood" is a heartwarming and relatable coming-of-age story about the power of friendship and the challenges of growing up. It is a must-read for fans of the series and a great addition to any young adult library...
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