Emma Carter always thought the last summer before college would be simple: days spent on sunlit beaches, laughter with friends, and a few quiet moments to reflect before adulthood. But the moment Alexander Sterling crashed into her world, nothing stayed ordinary. Tall, charming, and impossibly confident, Alex is everything Emma isn’t wealthy, poised, and used to getting exactly what he wants. When a chance encounter leads to a summer-long arrangement as Alex’s “fake girlfriend,” Emma enters a world of social events, luxury, and unspoken rules she never expected.
What starts as a playful, staged romance soon becomes much more. Amid laughter, teasing, and subtle touches, Emma and Alex discover undeniable chemistry and feelings neither anticipated. Yet, with secrets, misunderstandings, and social differences threatening their bond, the pair must navigate heartbreak, trust, and emotional growth.
The Summer Before College is a story about first love, self-discovery, and the courage to open one’s heart. It’s about learning that sometimes the most unexpected moments can teach the most important lessons—about life, love, and who you are when no one is watching. Set against the golden sunsets, crashing waves, and warm sands of a picturesque coastal town, this is a summer that will stay in Emma’s heart forever.
