Author: Pamela J. Kelley
Publisher: Griffin
Genre: Women’s Fiction; Romance
Format: Kindle ARC
No. of Pages: 320
Date of Publication: June 4, 2024
My Rating: 5 Stars
DESCRIPTION:
Brooklyn-based Hannah is a bestselling author struggling to write her second book after personal losses. Her older sister, Sara, still lives in Chatham, Cape Cod, where they grew up, and is married with four children. Once a dedicated librarian, Sara dreams of reviving her love affair with literature, but instead, she is stuck with too many family responsibilities and a fizzling marriage.
When Hannah gets the chance to retreat to her aunt's oceanfront house in Chatham for the summer, it seems like just the thing to get her creative juices flowing. And she’ll be able to spend more time with Sara, who is eager to find her way back into the workforce, to do something rewarding and book-related. The pair will spend the summer making friends, rekindling romance― especially Spencer, an old acquaintance from high school-turned very hot grump― and opening themselves up to the magic of books and the beach.
Perfect for fans of Mary Kay Andrews, Susan Mallery and Brenda Novak, The Seaside Sisters will delight and charm you as easily as an ocean breeze.
MY THOUGHTS:
Hannah Brewster, an author grappling with anxiety, decides to spend the summer at her aunt’s house in Chatham, Cape Cod. This is where she grew up and where her sister Sara still resides, so Hannah eagerly anticipates spending quality time with her. The slower pace of life in Chatham contrasts sharply with her hectic daily routine in Brooklyn, NY, and Hannah hopes to make significant progress on her next book during this time.
Sara, a former librarian, wife, and mother of four boys, yearns for more fulfillment in her life. She recognizes that returning to the workforce will bring her the happiness she seeks. While her husband, Tom, is initially resistant to the idea, Sara remains steadfast in her belief that it will lead to her greater well-being.
Hannah’s path crosses with an old classmate, Spencer Williams. He has undoubtedly grown into a handsome man, and Hannah is undeniably drawn to him. However, her mind is preoccupied with other matters. Just having recently ended a relationship, she finds it difficult to even consider starting another one.
This book was a delightful read, even though its pacing was slow. Despite this, I found it incredibly easy to connect with all the characters in this engaging story.
Many thanks to Griffin and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
She lives in a historic seaside town near Cape Cod and just south of Boston. She has always been an avid reader of women’s fiction, romance, mysteries, thrillers and cook books. There’s also a good chance you might get hungry when you read her books as she is a foodie, and occasionally shares a recipe or two.
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