The epitome of summer. Taking the time to sit back and read a book, drink an iced tea and soak up the outdoors (unless it’s really hot, then I’ll soak up the indoors looking outdoors, wink wink) – Looking for light reading that can hold up to distractions (boats, people, etc.) – this book fits the bill perfectly. Nancy Thayer is a wonderful author and I’ve read all of her books over the years.
Here’s a blip about the book from Nancy Thayer’s website (nancythayer.com):
Summary
A touching novel about parenthood, first love, family bonds, and rekindled relationships from the New York Times bestselling author and beloved Nantucket storyteller Nancy Thayer.
Blythe Benedict is content. Her life didn’t end when her marriage did. In fact, she’s more than happy living in her comfortable house in Boston, working as a middle school teacher, and raising four wonderful children. With three of her kids in the throes of teenagerhood and one not too far behind them, Blythe has plenty of drama to keep her busy every single day.
But no amount of that drama could change the family’s beloved annual summer trip to Nantucket. Blythe has always treasured the months spent at her island home-away-from-home, and has fond memories of her children growing up there. But this summer’s getaway proves to be much more than she bargained for.
Yes, there are sunny days enjoyed at the beach. But Blythe must contend with teenage angst, her ex-mother-in-law’s declining health, and a troubling secret involving her ex-husband. Meanwhile, Blythe reconnects with her first love, her former high school sweetheart Aaden. But their second-time-around romance becomes complicated when another intriguing man enters the picture.
It’s all a bit out of Blythe’s comfort zone. This particular island summer may not be as relaxing as Blythe had hoped, but she’s never felt that life has given her more than she can handle—especially when she has the love and support of her family around her.
So if you see this book when you’re out and about (or check it out at the library!) – it’s one you can dip your toes in the sand, turn a page and take a sip of tea with. Enjoy!
Thank you to Random House Group for the giveaway – it was a delight (and it was appreciated, as always)!
📚 Until next time…
✨ Take a moment to be grateful for at least one thing today – TODAY will be a good day, you’ve got this!
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