Why I read this book:
- Sarah MacLean spoke at the NEIBA book conference I attended and she was a delight
- It takes place at the Rhode Island shore, which is where we vacation each summer
It also has a plotline that I don’t usually love but I was willing to give it a go because not too many summer books take place in RI.
Summary - The story revolves around Alice Storm, who returns to her family’s private island off the coast of Rhode Island after her father’s death, only to find herself entangled in an inheritance game. The novel is described as a blend of family drama, mystery, and sizzling romance.
I definitely did not like the rich people fighting over money portions but I did like Alice, she wanted nothing to do with her family’s money and was estranged for standing up to her controlling father. She recognized what life was like with money and without it and she chose the life without money.
I’m sure this book will be a hit for the summer!
Thank you @ for this advanced reading copy and @prh for the listening copy with queen @julia narrates. These Summer Storms is out July 8th!
Have you started your summer reading, do you have a favorite so far?
Sidenote about the photo: The book takes place on an island off the Rhode Island coast, much like the one in the background of the photo.
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