1970s, Lake Geneva: During a picnic, Benjamin's older sister Summer disappears without a trace. Benjamin loses his footing; the 19-year-old Summer was his guiding star, the only chance for a promising life for the shy, inhibited boy. He increasingly retreats into a dream world. His parents also slip into a strange resignation and cannot support their son. Summer's disappearance will haunt Benjamin until he finally confronts the tragedy twenty-four years later. And a dark truth will throw him off course once again. Summer tells the story of a family unable to find peace after a great loss. Monica Sabolos's language is crystal clear and precise, with every detail perfectly crafted in this breathtaking family thriller where sensuality and horror collide.