Short synopsis: Sam goes to visit her family lake house with her fiancé Jack, when she runs into her childhood flame Wyatt.

My thoughts: I’m not a huge fan of the love triangle trope, but this one was just done right. Jack wasn’t terrible, I’m fact he was a pretty great guy just not for Sam.

I loved the flashback chapters so we could see how the relationship between Sam and Wyatt grew, and why it deteriorated. I loved how Sam and Wyatt pushed each other to be their true authentic selves, and called each other out when they were in the wrong.

Read if you love:
- Lake house settings
- Young love
- Second chance romance
- Flashback chapters
- Dual POV

Thank you so much Putnam and PRHAudio for copies of this book! Publication date was June 6, 2023.

Cute story that reminds you of the rush and joy of your first love. The changing timelines from present day to past day also make the story telling interesting.

Annabel Monaghan does it again! I loved her debut Nora Goes Off Script and this book is another fun summer romance. The story unfolds in time between younger Sam and Wyatt, the charming boy next door at their Long Island beach house and current day Sam and Wyatt. The story is also told from their points of view. I always enjoy this format to get a better sense of each character. I loved the setting from their beach house and the treehouse. This is also a story of Sam and Wyatt figuring out who they are and what they want from life. Sam is engaged to Jack and sort of loses herself in that relationship. Thank you to NetGalley and to G.P. Putnam and Sons for an e-copy. Same Time Next Summer is available now.

Sam and Wyatt were the best of friends during their years spent on the beach each summer. They grew up together and eventually fell in love. It's only when a unforeseen event happens that their love is halted, never to return to how it once was. Now, several years later, Sam is a completely changed woman and is returning to her summer beach home with her fiancé to plan their perfect wedding. Who cares that Wyatt is back at his families beach house next door and she hasn't seen him since he totally ghosted her? It's all going to be fine, right?

This is the PERFECT summer read. This is the kind of book that deserves to be read with some waves crashing in the background. I am so happy to get approved for this book. It has every thing that you want in a summer romance; tons of beach scenes where I could literally feel the sunshine on my shoulders, a woman coming into her own after hiding herself away for too many years, and a second chance romance that turns out just so perfectly in the end. I loved the writing in the book so much. I felt like I knew the characters personally, and I enjoyed every second of this fantastic summer read. I will be recommending this to all my friends for their beach read this summer.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for an advanced copy of this book. All opinions within this review are my own.

Despite its unimaginative title, Same Time Next Summer is a delightful summer read about family, independence, and second chances. The descriptive detail creates a strong sense of living on the water in Long Island, and the characters were fully formed. It provides just what I crave from a beach read: romance, real relationships, and a summer escape.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Putnam for providing me with an advance copy of this book. My review is voluntary and reflects my honest opinion.

Annabel Monaghan has officially added her name to the beach read queens list. (I don't know where this list is, but there's got to be one somewhere, right?!)

Last summer, Nora Goes Off Script was one of my favorite reads. That same charm and wit has returned in Monaghan's latest release, Same Time Next Summer.

Sam has moved on from her summer love. So what if she and Wyatt have known each other since they were 5? He ghosted her during her senior year of high school, and she hasn't seen him since. Everything she's learned in the last twelve years revolves around making safe, predictable choices. Her job, her life perspective, even her fiance, Jack, are all safe, reliable choices. But when Sam's mom convinces the engaged couple to return to the beach house where Sam lost herself all those years ago, Sam finds herself wondering if closing herself off was really the safest choice. Being at the beach makes her see careful Jack in a new light, and it isn't flattering.

This novel is just as fun and charming as Nora Goes Off Script, with another unforgettable cast and setting. Sam and her family are well-developed characters and the exact crew of people you'd want to have a dinner party with. They are funny, flawed, and relatable, and I want even more time with them. Fingers crossed for a Travis and Hugh spinoff!

The Long Island beach that was Sam's summer home for most of her childhood makes for a gorgeous setting. Monaghan shows how timeless love stories can be, especially at the beach. Watching Sam and Wyatt grow up there made Sam's return with someone else even more poignant.

Although there is a romance in this book, the real love story is Sam's journey back to herself. Watching this young woman unfurl from the cocoon she put herself in all those years ago is beautiful.

It was wonderful to see both healthy and toxic family dynamics represented, and how those perceived differences can sow discord among friends.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and Penguin Group/Putnam for an e-ARC such that I could share my honest opinion.

I found this to be an enjoyable read. Samantha and Wyatt were neighbors at their summer beach houses. They started as friends then that became more. Suddenly Wyatt's world was turned upside down and he couldn't be with Sam. Sam spirals for a bit but finds her footing and begins living carefully. She now has a steady, predictable job and fiance, Jack. Her mom wants her to come to the beach (which she hasn't done with Jack) and look at a venue there. Jack decides to play along and they go. Lo and behold, Wyatt happens to be back at the beach as well. As you can probably figure out, this causes some issues for Sam. I like how the story is told from present time and the past throughout. Highly recommend reading this one to see how everything spools out.

I received an advanced copy from the publisher & NetGalley and give my opinion freely

I feel like this is a great summer read - beach or pool. You'll get lost in it and won't be able to put it down.

Sam grew up spending every summer in their family's beach house. The Pope family was there next door, and Wyatt was around as long as she could remember. A constant of her childhood summer. When they become teens, their friendship turns to romance and they seem meant to be together forever. But when something happens that wrecks havoc on both their families, they leave for home wondering where they stand. And then things take a turn and they don't speak for years.

Fast forward to Sam returning to visit her family at the beach house with Jack, her fiance, planning her wedding. Side note: I didn't really care much for Jack from the get go.

When Sam realizes Wyatt is next door at his family's place for the summer, it rocks her world a bit. Sam starts to question everything in her life from her job, to her wedding, to the fact that she hasn't been to the beach house for longer than a day or two in years. And she finds how much she misses the family, the beach house, and possibly even Wyatt.

This was a great second chance romance and the setting was perfection. I could smell the beach while I read it!

Many thanks to NetGalley and Penguin Group Putnam for an ARC in exchange for my honest review!

Sam is engaged to Jack... but what happens when she reunites with high school sweetheart Wyatt?

Just like last summer's hit, Nora Goes Off Script (4 stars), the author has again written a quick romance perfect for the lazy days of summer! Yes, the plot and ending were predictable and a bit Hallmark-esque but who cares because the path there was fun and enjoyable. I did, however, find it difficult to believe there wasn't any social media "stalking" over the years while they were apart haha. If you love sweet, tender, second-chance romances, then be sure to add this to your tote bag when you hit the beach.

Lastly, since Nora's plotline was a bit more unique and humorous AND there was more sizzle between the two main characters, it remains my favorite by this author.

Location: Long Island and Oak Shore, NYC

I received an advance copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

Read it. Loved it. Won't stop recommending it.
I adored Annabel Monaghan's previous novel, Nora Goes Off Script, so I couldn't wait to get my hands on a copy of Same Time Next Summer. To me, this new release is the ideal beach read because it captures the nostalgia of summer vacation memories, there's some family drama, a cast of well-developed characters, and the tantalizing hope of a second chance.
The writing style is engaging, and the setting is fabulous (I need that treehouse in my life)!
Romance fans who gravitate toward stories about second chances, and fresh starts and enjoy a feel-good conclusion will blow through this one quickly.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for a complimentary copy. All opinions shared here are my own.

LOVED this book! Second chance romances tend to be a genre I gravitate towards and this book did not disappoint. Sam & Wyatt had every summer together, until they didn't. Years later they see each other again after no contact. Their lives have gone in different directions but there is a magnetic pull between them. The story is told from dual perspectives and in the past and present.

I really enjoyed this so much. The love these two have for one another is undeniable. Being true to yourself and knowing who you are and what you want is ALWAYS the best choice!

Thank you so much Penguin Group Putnam, G.P. Putnam's Sons, NetGalley and Annabel Monaghan for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. For anyone who is a fan of Carley Fortune and/or looking for a summer time romance, I highly recommend.

Young and in love, Sam and Wyatt have made plans after high school graduation to start their lives together. Unfortunately one night, all of that is ruined. A decade later, Sam is back at the beach and engaged to someone else. Jack is great on paper, but is he great for Sam?

I loved every part of this novel. From young and naive Sam and Wyatt to grown up Sam and Jack. I appreciated the flash backs to understand where things went awry. I loved unassuming Wyatt who let everyone think his life derailed. And I was glad to see that the storyline involved all the characters so you could see how they each grew in their own way. The final chapter made me so happy.

It’s been a long time since I’ve stayed up waaaaay too late because I couldn’t put a book down. I was completely invested in every facet of Sam’s (the female POV) life, from her quirky family, to her job, and especially the romantic aspects. While this was different than Nora Goes off Script, I liked it almost as much and just wished there was a little more at the end. Still it was a sweet story and can’t wait for whatever Monaghan writes next!

This is set mostly on the beach and it’s a light read with lovely characters. It really is a perfect one to add to your summer reading TBR!

3.5 rounded down. I enjoyed this beachy romance enough, but it was not a phenomenal read.

SUMMARY
Sam, an engaged HR worker, returns to her family's beach house on Long Island after years of staying away due to a heartbreak she experienced as a teenager. With her fiancée in tow, Sam realizes how much she missed the beach house and when her old flame Wyatt shows up, she realizes how much she might have missed him as well.

CRITICAL THOUGHTS
Wyatt was never really fully developed as a character. I never felt attachment to him. I think this book would have been better if it took place in the 1990s instead of present day because there's NO WAY someone wouldn't be able to figure out or hear what someone they once knew was up to in today's technological world - even if it was part of Sam's "detox." Also, I thought it was weird that Sam was still so hung up on Wyatt after 15ish years, but I've not been in a similar position to feel that way, it just seemed extreme.

OVERALL
I will recommend this for a beach bag read. It's not great, but it's not bad.

Thanks NetGalley & publishers for the ARC!

Same Time Next Summer by Annabel Monaghan was the perfect summer read! The beach setting gave warmth and summer vibes. The second chance romance between Sam and Wyatt was wonderful but I didn't enjoy their falling out. I definitely wanted more. I enjoyed reading about their past and their experiences together. The spark was there and the book was a great read!

my favorite book I read This month and definitely making the list of favorites for the year! I absolutely LOVED Nora goes off script and couldn’t wait to get my hands on this. This is another story of finding yourself, choosing yourself and coming back to love that transcends time. If you know me you know I LOVE second chance romances and this one does not disappoint! Same time next summer comes out 6/6 (aka Tuesday) and I could Not recommend it more! 12/10 should read this summer

After loving Nora Goes Off Script last year I was eagerly awaiting this title and it didn’t disappoint! I very much enjoyed the second chance love story and all of the characters were so well developed! The beach house was very atmospheric! I was hooked from the first page and the short chapters made the entire book fly by!

Thank you to Annabel Monaghan, NetGalley & Penguin Group Putnam for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book!

After loving Monaghan’s last book, Nora Goes Off Script, I couldn’t wait to read this one!! It had a bit of an Every Summer After feel, with the second chance and flashbacks to summers past. It gave all the summer at the beach vibes and I found myself lost in this book! Overall, I feel like her books have a bit more of a women’s fiction vibe than straight romance - which you know I love!

What to expect::
•Second chance romance
•Childhood friends to lovers
•Dual timelines dual POV
•Long island beach setting
•Heroine finding her path
•Great, quirky family
•Chocolate cake
🎧Awesome narration
🔥Closed door

Now. One thing. There is what I would consider to be emotional cheating and even though truly nothing happens, I felt anxious about the situation!! That distracted a bit from what was otherwise a PERFECT second chance romance.

This was a fun story from the popular reconnected with a childhood love genre. There have been several books with this type of story lately, but Annabel Monaghan throws in some twists and turns to the plot line to make it feel different. The main characters Sam and Wyatt were enjoyable. I would recommend to any reader that enjoys a good childhood love story.

𝑺𝒂𝒎𝒆 𝑻𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝑵𝒆𝒙𝒕 𝑺𝒖𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒓⁠ is a heartwarming story about summer love that brings back fond memories of my teenage years living by the beach. Oh, I could literally smell the suntan lotion and salty air. I was fortunate enough to experience early morning swims in the ocean and even met a cute boy who taught me how to surf. As fate would have it, years later, I ended up marrying that boy! This charming summer romance is set in a small town and told through two timelines. Sam and Wyatt's tale of first love was so endearing, and I couldn't help but get caught up in their budding romance. The story is realistic, with an unfortunate event that tears the young lovers apart, leaving them both hurting and unsure how to deal with their emotions and pain. Seeing the author handle these difficult situations with honesty and authenticity was refreshing. The ending of the story left me swooning. If you enjoy second-chance romances, this book is for you. It is the perfect addition to any romance lover's summer reading list!

Thank you, Netgalley, G.P. Putnam's Sons⁠ , and Annabel Monaghan, for the opportunity to read an eArc of this fantastic book!