If you loved
The Summer Getaway
Susan Mallery · Book · 2022
If you loved the way The Summer Getaway balanced family dynamics with personal reinvention, you will appreciate these stories of transition.
Films on the same thread
Let Go
Josephine Bornebusch · Film · 2024
Like the protagonists in The Summer Getaway, this family navigates a complex midlife crisis through a transformative trip that forces them to confront their long-standing estrangement and functional issues.
Aftersun
Charlotte Wells · Film · 2022
This film mirrors the poignant emotional depth of The Summer Getaway by exploring the delicate nature of family bonds and the lasting impact that a shared vacation leaves behind.
CODA
Sian Heder · Film · 2021
The Summer Getaway highlights the tension between personal ambition and family duty, a theme that resonates deeply as Ruby strives to find her own voice within her unique family.
The Last Song
Julie Anne Robinson · Film · 2010
Much like the journey found in The Summer Getaway, this story uses a summer setting to facilitate healing, allowing an estranged father and daughter to reconnect through music.
Series on the same thread
The Summer I Turned Pretty
Jenny Han · Series · 2022
Fans of The Summer Getaway will recognize the familiar rhythm of a pivotal summer vacation where family secrets and evolving relationships forever change the protagonist's outlook on her life.
The Peripheral
Scott B. Smith · Series · 2022
If The Summer Getaway hit, The Peripheral shares the thread.
Good Witch
Sue Tenney · Series · 2015
This series captures the same heartwarming spirit of The Summer Getaway by focusing on a mother and daughter navigating a new chapter of life in a supportive community setting.
Fleishman Is in Trouble
Taffy Brodesser-Akner · Series · 2022
This narrative explores the messy, authentic reality of family life post-separation, echoing the themes of self-discovery and personal growth that Robyn Caldwell faces in The Summer Getaway.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Rachel Hollis Podcast
Three Percent Chance · Podcast · 2026
If you enjoyed the focus on self-discovery in The Summer Getaway, this podcast provides the practical empowerment needed to design a new future after your own roles shift.
Happier with Gretchen Rubin
Gretchen Rubin / The Onward Project · Podcast · 2026
Readers who felt inspired by the personal transformation in The Summer Getaway will find ongoing motivation in these manageable, habit-based strategies for achieving a more intentional, happier daily life.
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Common questions
Is The Summer Getaway part of a series?
The Summer Getaway is a standalone novel written by Susan Mallery. It was published in 2022 and focuses on the story of Robyn Caldwell as she navigates a new chapter in her life after her children have grown.
Who is the author of The Summer Getaway?
The Summer Getaway is written by Susan Mallery. She is a number one New York Times bestselling author known for writing stories about family dynamics and personal growth, such as this poignant tale about a single mother taking a vacation.
What is the main plot of The Summer Getaway?
The Summer Getaway follows Robyn Caldwell, a single mother who has always prioritized her family. With her children now grown, she decides to take a vacation of a lifetime to reevaluate her future and explore the bonds that hold her family together.
When was The Summer Getaway published?
The Summer Getaway was published in 2022. This book is described as an instant bestseller and has been praised by Booklist as a perfect escape for readers who are looking for a heartwarming story about family.