Kitty Stephens’ debut novel Set Me Free embraces the essence of summer: freedom, joy, and the desire for it to never end. Aaron Ledbetter and Jonas “Lucky” Luckett, the two delightfully sweet protagonists, may not have planned for romance, but it finds them nonetheless. Set in the picturesque Tybee Island, the clear descriptions will have readers feeling the sand beneath their feet and enjoying the sweetness of cotton candy from the local carnival. Perfect for a casual, relaxing summer read, readers can follow as the characters navigate changing plans, the pressures of entering adulthood, and the frustration of knowing summer cannot last forever. ( )