Last Kiss of Summer

Every Summer After meets A Thousand Boy Kisses in this heartbreaking love story about second chance romance..

When Sera Watkins and her family arrive at their summer house on Cape Cod, she has one goal in mind: protect her heart from the boy who broke it, her next-door neighbor, Luke Tisdale. The problem is, Luke still has a piece of her heart—literally. When Sera received a new heart as a baby, the healthy valves of her old heart were given to Luke. Forever bonded, Luke and Sera grew up together spending sun-soaked days swimming at their secret beach and painting at art camp.

Then, two summers ago, their friendship almost turned into something more. Key word: almost. Because one fateful night, everything changed. Sera’s health took a turn for the worse. A family secret sent Luke spiraling. And they weren’t there for each other when it mattered the most.

Now Sera is ready for a fresh start, which means no more pining over the boy next door. But Luke has grown up a lot since she last saw him, and the chemistry she felt two summers ago? It’s still there. Sera isn’t sure she’s brave enough to risk it all again, but when she gets some difficult news, she realizes there’s no time to waste. Maybe it’s finally Luke and Sera’s moment, their chance to enjoy the sweet kiss of summer together—before it’s too late."An achingly tender reminder to hold onto life with both hands. Last Kiss of Summer is the perfect blend of hope and heartbreak, sure to stay with you long after you've finished reading." —Jennifer Dugan, bestselling author of Some Girls Do

"Readers won't forget the explosive conclusion… An intensely emotional summer love story." —Kirkus

"Romantic and sexual tension crackles… This gripping novel will steal readers’ hearts and make them believe in everlasting love again." —Booklist



Jessica M. Felleman is a writer and literary agent from Massachusetts. She received her BA in English from Syracuse University and her MFA in Writing from CalArts. She lives on Cape Cod with her cranky tabby cat and can often be found at the beach looking for rocks. Last Kiss of Summer is her debut book.  

Find her online at jessicafelleman.com and on Instagram @jmfelleman.