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Emma Rosenblum | Mystery & Crime

Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum

Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum

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Book Specifications
  • Format: Paperback
  • Condition: Acceptable
  • Publisher: FLATIRON BOOKS (2023)
  • Length: 265 pages
  • Genre: Mystery & Crime
  • ISBN: 9781250887023
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A Satirical Fire Island Summer Thriller of Wealth, Gossip, and Murder

Every summer, wealthy New Yorkers flock to the exclusive Fire Island enclave of Salcombe. Jen Weinstein and Lauren Parker rule the sun-drenched social scene, presiding over a tight-knit circle defined by simmering rivalries, hidden financial ruin, and unspoken infidelity. When a body is discovered face-down off the boardwalk, the community's carefully curated facade completely shatters. As the investigation begins, the seasonal residents' long-buried affairs, backstabbing, and petty betrayals are dragged into the light, proving that almost everyone in Salcombe had a motive to kill.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Emma Rosenblum delivers a sharp, satirical mystery set within a hyper-insular vacation community. This character-driven suspense novel trades traditional police procedurals for a biting exploration of social currency, toxic friendships, and the fragile egos of the East Coast elite. It functions as an expansive closed-circle thriller, making it a perfect match for readers seeking a gossipy, fast-paced summer read packed with delightfully unlikable characters and escalating coastal drama.

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  • Very Good: Lightly read with minor shelf wear or light cover creasing. Pages are clean, crisp, and unmarked with a tight binding. (Our baseline standard for pre-loved books.)
  • Good: A well-loved reading copy with visible shelf wear or page aging, but fully intact and structurally sound.

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