Gina Rae Mitchell

While We’re Young by K.L. Walther

While We’re Young by K.L. Walther is a perfect fit for readers who crave a heartwarming and humorous tale of self-discovery, friendship, and second chances, with a dash of romance and adventure, set against the vibrant backdrop of a senior skip day in Philadelphia. (StoryGraph)

A book blog tour from The Write Reads.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and Dave & the Gang at The Write Reads for providing me with the information for this tour.

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Book Details

A whirlwind romance inspired by Ferris Bueller’s Day Off about four friends whose hearts are broken and mended over the course of an epic senior skip day—from the bestselling author of The Summer of Broken Rules!
Grace, Isa, and Everett used to be an inseparable trio before their love lives became a tangled mess. For starters, Grace is secretly in love with Everett, who used to go out with Isa before breaking her heart in the infamous Freshman Year Fracture. And, oh yeah, no one knows that Isa has been hanging out with James, Grace’s brother—and if Grace finds out, it could ruin their friendship.
With graduation fast approaching, Grace decides an unsanctioned senior skip day in Philadelphia might be just what they need to fix things. All she has to do is convince Isa to help her kidnap Everett and outmaneuver James, who’s certain his sister is up to something.
In an epic day that includes racing up the famous Rocky steps, taste-testing Philly's finest cheesesteaks, and even crashing a wedding, their secrets are bound to collide. But can their hearts withstand the wreckage?

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While We're Young

• Walther, K. L. (Author)
• English (Publication Language)
• 384 Pages - 03/04/2025 (Publication Date) - Delacorte Romance (Publisher)

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My thoughts on While We’re Young

While We’re Young by K.L. Walther is one of those books that feels like a lazy summer afternoon: warm, nostalgic, and a little bittersweet. Set in a quiet lakeside town, it follows teenagers Grace, Isa, and Everett as they come face-to-face with the messy business of growing up.

The book will undoubtedly resonate with the target audience as they follow the teens’ journey to navigate family expectations, revive old friendships, and deal with a summer romance. But we all know how fleeting those summer romances can be.

There are a lot of Taylor Swift references, so depending on the level of your TS allegiance, that may influence your enjoyment of the story.

Walther’s writing nails that wistful, end-of-an-era feeling. The setting is charming, and some moments really hit, but the story itself doesn’t always pack the emotional punch it seems to be aiming for.

It’s an enjoyable read, especially if you love books like The Summer I Turned Pretty, but it doesn’t necessarily stand out in the genre—a solid 3.5 stars.

I received a copy of the book for the tour. This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.

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About K.L. Walther

K.L. Walther was born and raised in the rolling hills of Bucks County, Pennsylvania surrounded by family, dogs, and books. Her childhood was spent traveling the northeastern seaboard to play ice hockey. She attended a boarding school in New Jersey and went on to earn a B.A. in English from the University of Virginia. She is happiest on the beach with a book, cheering for the New York Rangers, or enjoying a rom-com while digging into a big bowl of popcorn and M&Ms. And listening to Taylor Swift on repeat, of course. 

Goodreads | Amazon | Storygraph

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