Perfect Grumpy Hero, who is completely set in his ways, and socialite (think Alexis from Schitt's Creek) read! Definitely an opposites attract!

'"Maybe we're a little more than more then friends," she whispered, tucking her head under his chin.'

Tessa Bailey has done it again, made me fall in love with her characters and the location where this story takes place. Brendan and Piper's story is a perfect blend of heartwarming swoonyness, and steam. Tessa Bailey is still our reigning queen of dirty talk and she does not disappoint in this book!

Piper's journey is definitely about growth and finding herself. Also a perfect reminder to live and love in the moment.

"And when her face transformed with pure joy and she waved enthusiastically, Brendan knew he loved her. God knows, it had happened fast, but he'd been incapable of putting the brakes on. Not when she was the destination."

This book painted such a vivid picture in my mind - I felt like I was living in Westport right along with the characters. It was so real, I could almost smell the fish ;). This is definitely one of my favorite stories by Tessa Bailey, and that is saying something! As Tessa says in the forward - this definitely has a Schitt's creek vibe - only the girls from LA are really not horrible, shallow people. They just are who they are.

Piper and her sister Hannah were born in Westport, but after their father died when Piper was 4 and Hannah was 2, their mom moved to LA and then married an ultra successful, famous movie producer. Since then, everything they could ever want has been handed to them. And Piper, in particular, has taken it. She hasn't developed any true sense of ambition or drive - just a sense of fun and how to be the life of the party. After a disastrous breakup and night in jail her step-father effectively cuts her off and sends her back to Westport without much money or any of her usual luxuries as a punishment. Her sister comes along in a show of sisterly support.

Piper is 100% L.A. Party Girl She doesn't own jeans, has no idea how much anything costs, and never leaves the house without full makeup and wardrobe. But she really isn't as shallow or materialistic as many are. I think she's just never had anyone (other than her sister) really care enough about her to challenge her or even scratch below her surface. So she feels value-less. I think this is really apparent in the way her mom and step-dad treat her. I am guessing for her mom, her daughters were a link to a painful past. Its been easier to throw money at them and say that they are cared for - rather than actually care for them. The same is true with their step-dad. When she gets to Westport, people do judge her - but her kindness and bright inner light show through.

This is particularly true for Brendan. Brendan is so freaking lovely, Just really - he is loyal and steady and everything Piper needs. For Brendan, Piper is a bright light after 7 years of grey after his wife passed away. He is stuck in routine and tradition and can't move out of the past. In fact it seems like for most of Westport, they are stuck in a rut and can't move forward. Piper really allows the whole town grow and expand its heart a little.

I loved how the characters in this book really loved and accepted each other the way they were without asking them to change. They helped each other grow - but didn't want them to be different people. Brendan is Piper's recharging station - and Piper is Brendan's light.

I adored it. I definitely recommend this - and will remind readers that Brendan is NO exception to Tessa Bailey's long history of writing dirty talking heroes (and its fabulous).

I received this as an ARC from NetGalley, but these opinions are all my own.

I stumbled on this new Tessa Bailey book while browsing through newly added books to Netgalley. How was I unaware that there was a new Tessa Bailey book out?? I requested the book and set it aside for when I had a few days to spend reading it. The synopsis caught me off guard: Schitt's Creek inspired. Love Tessa Bailey. Love Schitt's Creek. But there was something about the main character's description that made me not start the book until a week after getting it. How would I bond with this gal? I am no Alexis! How could I ever sympathize with an Instagram influencer?

Cut to last night. I started it, because with Tessa Bailey, you just have to. Piper is a legit high maintenance influencer in LA who is broken up with by her boyfriend during a very schmooze-y LA party, in front of EVERYONE. She lets off steam by doing what she knows how to do best: break into a hotel and party in their pool!

She's now in jail, and her father has an ultimatum for her: Go to this nowhere fisherman town where her biological father owned a bar, and stay there for three months to prove she's not totally worthless. Hannah, her younger sister (who does NOT care about social media at all) voluntarily joins Piper on this quest.

I really don't want to give anything away. I stayed up so late reading this book, and woke up early to finish it. Who knew I could feel so much for someone I thought would be so one-dimensional. Bailey's writing will do that to ya.

Tessa Bailey hits it out of the park AGAIN.

Her books are always the perfect blend of sweet, pining, sexy goodness. I've been dying to know what she would write next after her last series, and this doesn't disappoint. The chemistry between these two characters is wonderful, and I love that there's always a logic between how two people fall for each other. It's grounded in realism, but always a little extra magical and swoony.

At the beginning I thought there was no way I would like Piper. But as we see her in the small fishing town in the PNW (loved the setting) we see her change and grow. I liked Brendan from the beginning and could totally picture him in this fishing village. This romance was steamier than I thought, so be forewarned. Just give Piper a chance, This will be a fun summer read!

Thanks for this ARC!

I was pulled into this book because of the Schitt's Creek comparison, and I wasn't disappointed. Piper is a fish out of water when her stepfather forces her to leave L.A. and live in a small fishing town to run a bar left to her by her late father. While Piper begins her journey painfully out of place, she quickly comes to love her new home (or, at least, some of the residents). If you are overwhelmed by the news, the quarantine, or anything going on in your life, this book is the perfect anecdote.

I received this book free from NetGalley in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.

This was my first Tessa Bailey book and I have to say that everyone was right, Bailey is a romance queen! I devoured this book because I absolutely adored Piper. While I think this book was written for me because of the Schitt's Creek inspiration and the sea captain hero, I think anyone who picks this up will enjoy it. It was so fun to read and what really made it stand out for me was the communication between our couple. It seems harder and harder these days to find a romance where the main couple talks about their issues together and Bailey did it so well here. Very excited to recommend this one and absolutely bummed to have to wait so long for Hannah & Fox's book.

After pushing through the first few chapters, this became an enjoyable and quick read. It took effort to decide to continue reading, as the main character begins as vapid and awful. Piper is presented as a selfish social influencer without a grasp on reality. The loyalty her sister shows her is nearly unbelievable, as the author provides zero reasons for readers to find her likable.
Once the sisters are “banished” from their lavish lives in LA to a tiny fishing town in the Pacific NW, the story becomes a likable and fun read. I loved Brendan, and see why Piper fell for him, regardless of how unlikely their pairing might seem.

This would be a perfect book had its author made Piper a bit more likable and human from the start. I’m glad that I pushed through and saw her growth. I feel many patrons would return this book without ever giving her a chance.

*When it comes to romance, I am often asked whether it is “cozy mystery” or specific. This book contains plenty of sex, accompanied by rougher language in these scenes.

Piper seems like a vapid party girl with no substance. When her stepfather banishes her to her late father's bar after she's embarrassed him one too many times, Piper doesn't think she has what it takes to survive. But spite can make us stronger - when a local, Brendan, looks down his nose at her, Piper is determined to last the whole three months. She'll show her stepfather and Brendan that she's more than her instagram page.

This was one of the most fun books I've read in awhile, particularly because Tessa admits in the Acknowledgements that It Happened One Summer is a Schitt's Creek AU. As most romances do, things seemed to go from zero to 100 real quick, but Piper is so loveable, Brendan is hot af, and all of the supporting cast are lovely. I can't wait to see Fox and Hannah's story.

True story: I don't usually like contemporary romance novels. However, Tessa Bailey is just so damn good! She has characters with depth. She has stakes that are realistic and come from the individual character's psyche. Oh, and she knows how to turn up the heat.

If you ever watched Deadliest Catch, you know crab fishing is a hella dangerous job. Our sea captain is obviously brave and very loyal. He may be a buff and confident man, but he is not a jerk. He is kind and thoughtful and steady. Our heroine, while a party girl, really just needed to be in a place that is NOT L.A.., with people she can care about and who aren't looking for what they can take from others. She isn't really an airhead (thank goodness), she just needed a chance to try her own wings. My favorite scene is where Piper is at the local bar, not to pick up dudes, but to hang with her granny and ends up making friends with all the women in the town, while our hero watches on from the side of the room and makes sure she gets home ok. It is sweet and this book is sweet. Is the world getting you down? Come visit this cute little town and you will feel better, I promise.

I really enjoyed the characters in this one. I thought no way would I like Piper and then I loved her. I sort of wish there had been a little more “fish out of water” stuff with her and Hannah both, but what was there was fun. I loved Brenden and how quickly and deeply he fell. The plot moved quickly and I enjoyed their stories. The conflict was slightly forced and the resolution felt too easy, but I really enjoyed my time with Piper and Brendan.

This is a book you will read in one sitting. I've read several books by Tessa Bailey and I feel she’s getting better and better. “It Happened One Summer” wasn't just a steamy romance. This book had characters you really fall for. A burly sea captain, a spoiled woman from LA, a newly discovered grandmother all set in a small Pacific Northwest fishing village. So many characters to like, including ones to be featured in future books.

Gah. I just loved this book so much. Hands down my favorite Tessa Bailey book ever. Hands down.

Inspired by Alexis Rose and Schitt’s Creek, Piper is a socialite whose stepfather vows to teach her a lesson after she goes too far with her latest publicity stunt. He sends Piper and her sister Hannah to Westport, WA - the small fishing town where the sisters were born and lived briefly before their father died and their mother moved them away. Brendan is the captain of a crab fishing boat (think Deadliest Catch but way sexier) whose life is ruled by rhythm and predicable routine. The moment Piper walks into his life, all bets are off.

The chemistry between Piper and Brendan is literally sizzling. Sizzling! Seeing them grow together and develop as individuals was so rewarding. This book has Tessa Bailey’s signature steam but it’s all in service of the story (which is different than some of her other books IMHO).

Piper is so lovable. If you’ve watched Schitt’s Creek and can recall how we all felt about Alexis by the end of the series, you’ll know what you’re in for with Piper. She’s messy and passionate and so so kind. Brendan is - well he’s just a MAN. Loyal and generous, straightforward and no bullshit. And he worships Piper. It’s the best.

Thanks to NetGalley, Avon and Harper Voyager for this early copy. I’ve never been so dang excited for an ARC! All opinions are my own

Tessa Bailey hits it out of the park again! Reminiscent of Schitt's Creek and The Deadliest Catch, this novel provides all the feelings: love, grief, humor, sadness, hope. I will be buying this for our library, and I can't wait to recommend it to my friends!

This book was cute but unfortunately not my favorite Tessa Bailey book. I liked the premise, rich party girl and gruff fisherman, but it didn't have the enemies to lovers element that I wanted. I wasn't engaged with the characters as much as I had I hoped I would be. Overall, it was a fun read and I am looking forward to Hannah's story!

This one ticks all the boxes. The main characters are incredibly dynamic, and the author took a brave chance at developing a seemingly shallow heroine from the start. Bailey had no problem, though, making me see through the admittedly spoiled upbringing to a very kind, compassionate, and funny as all get out character that was Piper. Bailey also had no problem with making me believe that the complete polar opposites that were the love interest in this one weren't anything less than perfect for each other. This one was a total surprise, and a total winner. It was a great balance of lighthearted fun mixed with a healthy dose of thoughtful character introspection.

A romantic comedy that truly is funny! Recommend this to readers who also like the Netflix series, Schitt's Creek. Great love story and fun characters.

Tessa Bailey is the queen of romance, and with THIS cover I just couldn't keep my hands off this book. It Happened One Summer is a hack of a delightful rom-com which made my quarantine a thousand times brighter.

This book follows a rich girl Piper who is very recognizable in Hollywood. She's sweet but also childish and lives off of her wealthy family's money. This could have easily made for one of those situations when the main character is nothing but annoying and you just want to dump the book and scream, but it's not! We can see Paper's considerable growth as the plot progresses, which is actually really satisfying.

Anyway, after a night of stupid behavior, Piper and her sister are cut off from the family tap and sent to Westport, Washington for some time of reflection and labor, running a dive bar. In this cute beach town (which she doesn't think is that cute) she meets Brandon everywhere she turns. The man is a hot sailor, and although Piper isn't looking for romance, the attraction might just be undeniable...

All I can say is I had so much fun reading this novel. I was hoping for a lot more steam - although it was still a little steamy. This story was a sweet opposites-attract romance perfect for a much needed distraction.

*Thank you to the Publisher for a free advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Banished to a remote fishing village in the PNW, Piper is not a happy camper. However, she won't let her irritation at this turn of events dim her sparkle. Even with a broken, run-down bar in her name and a spider and mouse infested apartment to live in. At least she still has her sister, Hannah, to suffer with. But then she meets her match: tall, bulky, gruff, Brendan...

I loved this one from start to finish. Having watched and loved "Deadliest Catch", I could totally empathize with the fears of the women in this book as well as the heartache they sometimes endure. I felt Piper was realistic and relatable. Their relationship was total opposites attract, sweet, and certainly steamy!

I didn't like that he called her "baby" all the time, but that's a matter of personal preference and I just stopped skipped over this word. It certainly didn't diminsh from the book or my love for it.

In the end, I think this is her best work yet! Thank you Netgalley for allowing me to read and offer my honest opinion!

A sweet, sexy love story inspired by Schitt's Creek - aka everything I wanted and needed in a book right now. During 2020 I have done two main things: read books (especially romances) and binge TV shows on Netflix (Schitt's Creek being one of them). I loved knowing from the author's note that Piper was inspired by Alexis, because I could TOTALLY hear everything Piper said in Alexis's voice...it was spot on!

I also loved that Brendan and Piper were so equally matched. No one had the "upper hand" in the relationship; even though each had some baggage, and Piper had made some missteps, it still felt like they were on equal footing as they went from enemies, to friends, to more. I loved Hannah and Piper's relationship as sisters, too, and look forward to reading Hannah's story in the future!