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Claudia asked this question about That Summer:
Did anyone notice a minor inconsistency: There are few references to the Emlen boys being class of 1987, and age-wise it checks out with their being 51 in 2019. But, then there are passages about reunions happening in 1990 and 1995, which would suggest a grad year of 1985, not 1987. Did I miss something or is it editor/author error?
Emily There is a litany of stupid errors in this book. Many inconsistencies (as you’ve noted) and many just plain wrong.

Her last one (I’m referring to Mrs.…moreThere is a litany of stupid errors in this book. Many inconsistencies (as you’ve noted) and many just plain wrong.

Her last one (I’m referring to Mrs. Everything) was riddled with errors. Really sloppy. (less)
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That Summer
by Jennifer Weiner (Goodreads Author)
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