
Some summers will stay with you forever... Callie Weaver and best friend Olivia Dixon have finally done it: put their life savings into the beach house they admired through childhood summers, on the dazzling white sand of North Carolina’s Outer Banks. They’re going to buff the salt from its windows, paint its sun-bleached sidings, and open it as a bed and breakfast. Callie’s too busy to think about her love life, but when she catches the attention of local heartthrob Luke Sullivan , his blue eyes and easy smile make it hard to say no. He’s heir to his father’s property empire, and the papers say he’s just another playboy, but as they laugh in the ocean waves, Callie realizes there’s more to this man than money and good looks. Just when true happiness seems within reach, Callie and Olivia find a diary full of secrets... secrets that stretch across the island, and have the power to turn lives upside down. As Callie reads, she unravels a mystery that makes her heart drop through the floor. Will Callie and Luke be pulled apart by the storm it unleashes, or can true love save them? The Summer House is an absolutely gorgeous, heart-warming summer romance, about the importance of family, not keeping secrets, and learning how to open your heart. What everyone’s saying about The Summer House : ‘ The Summer House is a feel-good love story for the hopeless romantics we all secretly are .’ La Biblio de Caro ‘ A satisfying and heart-warming story . I can thoroughly recommend it as a perfect summery beach read! ’ Great Reads and Tea Leaves ‘ A perfect summer read ! I read this at the beach and I couldn't have chosen any better. Loved it!’ Meanderings and Musings ‘This book was the perfect way to kick-off summer. ’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘This is the first book by Jenny Hale that I have read and judging by how much I enjoyed The Summer House , it certainly won’t be the last book I read by this author. I absolutely LOVED, LOVED, LOVED and ooh LOVED this book. Jenny Hale is now on my list of ‘go to & favourite authors’ … 5* out of 5* but I would award it more if I could as it really is that good.’ Ginger Book Geek ‘ The Summer House is the perfect beach read. Prepare yourself to meet your next book crush and to spend hours gushing about it.’ This Chick Reads ‘Reading this book was like being on a virtual vacation … An absolute scorcher of a Summer read , I will definitely be reading more from Jenny Hale.’ Bibliophile Book Club ‘ The Summer House by Jenny Hale was a great summer read . It had all the important ingredients: HOT and famous boyfriend, two best friends starting over, a huge hurricane and a family secret. What is not to love! Marjay’s Reading Blog ‘ I loved this book. A terrific storyline and a beautiful setting .’ Goodreads Reviewer ‘ A truly beautiful and heart-warming read that will have all romance feeling the warm and fuzzies for sure … Brilliant.’ Jen Med’s Book Reviews ‘ The Summer House is a lovely heart warming romance , it has a good plot, with some great characters, everything a summer read needs .’ Goodreads Reviewers ‘I truly loved this sunshine on a rainy day type novel; Jenny Hale has outdone herself once again by creating raw, emotional and extremely thought-provoking situations , all of which were surrounded by the serenity of the beach house … completely blew me away.’ The Writing Garnet ‘I loved The Summer House . The plot was fresh and flowed easily, a compelling read which kept me on the edge of the seat as I waited to learn the secrets within … such a delightful read, full of love, hope and friendships ... an emotional rollercoaster from beginning to end .’ Compelling Reads Review: Great Love Story - I was afraid this would be a formula plot that so many beach reads fall into. Instead it is original in concept, unique characters, and fresh plot lines that held my interest very well. There were smiles and tears snd mystery. Great book. Review: Great life like story - Overall the book was very good. The story was a little hard to follow at times but a good ending and a clean love story that depicts today’s families.
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B**Y
Great Love Story
I was afraid this would be a formula plot that so many beach reads fall into. Instead it is original in concept, unique characters, and fresh plot lines that held my interest very well. There were smiles and tears snd mystery. Great book.
J**R
Great life like story
Overall the book was very good. The story was a little hard to follow at times but a good ending and a clean love story that depicts today’s families.
L**S
Great gift
Purchased this book as a gift for my mom who loves to read about the beach. She loved it
G**A
Beach romance
Another powerful message of love and life. This book kept me reading for more. So hard to put down. I enjoyed every moment.
N**K
Easy beach read but predictable plot
Easy beach read. Sweet story but fairly predictable.
A**E
A perfect summer read!
Sometimes one wants to read a feel good romance that takes you to the sea so you can feel the wind on your face and can view the waves washing in while you sit on a comfortable chair with a cocktail in your hand. This book will take you there!👍🌞😎
J**B
Enjoyable Romance / Fiction - Starts Slow with Unexpected Twists & Turns Later
This is the 1st Jenny Hale fiction I've read. The story starts out with 2 long time friends (Callie & Olivia) renovating a summer house in the Outer Banks NC area (called Waves) they're planning to open as a B & B in late summer. Callie unexpectedly meets Luke Sullivan (from a local well known wealthy family). Their relationship develops slowly. The characters are likeable & the story at first seems like a somewhat predictable romance love story. About half way through, the story takes unexpected twists & turns, and the book becomes a page turner. At that point it was hard to put the book down & I read the rest of the book quickly. I ended up really liking the book & would recommend it.
P**L
A Feel Good Romance
This is the first book that I have read by Jenny Hale and it did not disappointment me. I loved this heartwarming romance with all the ups and downs that comes with a new endeavor, a new home, new friends and a new love. This book made me laugh, feel anxious and then feel happiness. By the end of the book I was crying delightful tears!! The characters were so real I felt like I knew them, their pain and their joy. In the “About the Author” section of the book, there is a comment about one of Jenny’s books being adapted to a Hallmark movie. I am an avid Hallmark movie watcher and this book is definitely written like a Hallmark movie!! A great read for Romance readers!!
A**E
the summer house
eine tolle Sommerlektüre, nicht kitschig, einfach nur schön, da geht einem das Herz auf. Ich liebe meine ebooks. Und dieses ganz besonders. Bin schon sehr anspruchsvoll bei meiner Lektüre. Dieses Buch hat mich verzaubert.
V**R
The Summer House
Great story
R**P
Feel good book
Lovely reading to chill out. Ideal for a summer beach book. A must for readers who adore a romance and the seaside.
G**I
Summer magic!
What a great read this was! I have read all of this author's work and have loved every one, this was no different. Jenny has produced yet another brilliant story which transports us away to the glorious Outer Banks, North Carolina. I can physically feel this place with all the mesmerising descriptions, they are so vivid and real. The story was delightful to read with a few giggles along the way, it is also emotional and heart-warming. One of my favourite parts to read was about the wild horses on the beach. The characters are adorable too, especially Luke. Loved Luke! Apart from the sun, sea and romance in this book, it is perfectly balanced with a pleasant dose of suspense and mystery. I was gripped! I love picking up a Jenny Hale novel, always the feel good story tugging me on the adventure that is enjoyable and entertaining. There is certainly stardust sprinkled between the pages of this book. Thank you, Jenny.
B**N
Perfect romance
i really loved this book & will be reading all her books. This is for all us romantics, even though it is a happy ending & predictable story line loved the journey
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