Once again, love anything by MKA. One of my very few auto buy authors! Will be purchasing a hard copy for my collection!

First and foremost I would like to thank NetGalley for a copy of this ARC even though I’m about a year behind😅

I’m not sure why I put this book off for so long, but I did. The start was really promising and I liked it but then I feel like too many characters were in the book and I should have made a “family tree” of who is related to who and who knows who. It got a little confusing with the amount of characters and how much the author was trying to incorporate.

With that being said I didn’t hate it! I purposely did not read what this was about and strictly judged a book by its cover and I’m not mad about it! It was not the book I was expecting but it was the book I think I needed!

Overall I think this was a really fun summer read of a “who done it” and would recommend it!

Typical MKA summer read. Great characters and perfect for the beach! I love all the interconnected characters and storylines MKA always has, and the southern country club atmosphere this book takes us to.

Thank you for the advanced copy of this book. My reviews can be read on my GoodReads account here: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/1335387-kelly

As a long-time fan of Mary Kay Andrews, *Summers at The Saint* did not disappoint. This captivating summer read is filled with twists, family drama, and a touch of romance. The charming Georgia coastal setting is the perfect backdrop for a story that mixes mystery with heartfelt moments. While the large cast of characters and multiple subplots can sometimes feel overwhelming, the intriguing storyline and strong female lead make it a great beach read. Andrews' signature style shines through with relatable characters and a compelling plot, making it a solid 4/5 stars for me.

Looking for a fun getaway read? "Summers at the Saint" takes you to a charming hotel on the Georgia coast with a mix of heartwarming moments and intriguing secrets. You'll follow Traci as she navigates the challenges of running the hotel, deals with family drama, and even unravels a mystery or two. It's a fun and engaging story with well-developed characters that makes for a delightful read, especially if you enjoy a blend of romance and suspense.

After the initial pages, I found myself not connecting with the story or characters, so I decided to pass on this book. Did not finish

A cozy mystery wrapped up in a women’s fiction novel.

Traci manages The Saint, a posh resort that has been in her husband’s family for years. But she grew up an “Ain’t”, someone from the wrong side of the tracks who married into money. When her husband dies she learns of all the secrets and lies his family have kept hidden.

I do like Andrews’ books, this story went on far longer than necessary.

Mary Kay Andrews has done it again! I love her mysteries and this might be my favorite book yet. I loved the location and the big pink building of St. Cecelia. This is a story full of family drama and a bunch of summer beach action. There is some love, old friendships, and a few bad boys. I read this book in two days and highly recommend this book to everyone!

This is a great beachy read (or listen) full of unexpected plot twists and charming lovable (and not so lovable) characters. Really made me wish I could take a vacation at The Saint. Such a well-written and attention keeping story.

Summers at the Saint was such a fun read. The book hooks you from the beginning and keeps you on the edge of your seat. Don't feel discouraged by the length and introduction of the different characters because the author is able to keep things flowing for the reader. Romance, mystery, friendships....this book has it all!

This was a flashback coming of age story that had the typical twist and turns you expect from MKA! Great beach read for sure. You feel the characters stories and emotions as we learn the truths and secrets of The Saint.

This was my first Mary Kay Andrews book, it came with a high recommendation and it just fell flat for me. I am more of a younger romance reader at this point, I struggle because I'm not into young adult romance but I also am not into older adult romance yet either. I'm not sure what I expected, maybe more between Elin Hilderbrand and Carley Fortune and I didn't feel like I got that.

This book had some family dysfunction in low-moderate stakes mystery and a vacation setting, which I always love! It was relatively lighthearted and had enough mystery to keep me engaged, and I had fun reading it. It didn't stand out to me, but was enjoyable and I would recommend as a beach read. 3.5/5

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for the advance electronic copy of this title.

Some time passed between my receiving this ARC and actually reading it. I had read books by this author before--fun seasonal titles--and the cover suggested it was going to be a light beach read. I was in for a surprise! There was an interesting assortment of characters at The Saint--long time employees, brand new employees, and guests. At first it seemed obvious whom I should like and I wasn't really expecting any bad guys--just maybe some rude and obnoxious ones. But...the blurb did in fact mention a tragic death, and suddenly concerns about a hotel losing money turned into a murder mystery.

I was sad to see people I thought were good guys turn into bad guys, and I was a little surprised to see who some of them turned out to be. But I was also delighted to see people trying to make good on past mistakes, friends reunite, and new relationships form.

Though not as light as I expected, I would still recommend this as a beach read!

Mary Kay Andrews has captivated my heart and sucked me into another great story! This is full of many different characters that grow and change throughout the book. It was a great read and definitely should be added to your list!

A quick and enjoyable beach read. MKA is a reliable author who will always deliver a fun read! I enjoyed the southern setting of this novel and the mystery storyline. I took points off my rating because I felt like the family moved on from the girls murder rather quickly and got back to business in a way that was unrealistic.

This was a darker book than I expected. That is not a bad thing, as it is well written and interesting. However, I don’t think I would characterize it as a beach read. There are a number of characters that are pretty “slimy” — manipulative, corrupt, self-entitled, etc. There are also some strong female characters for whom the reader will be rooting. The story has plenty of twists and turns.

Wow, a definitely case of don't judge a book by it's cover! This is a great read - not a light, fluffy romance but an interesting mystery with romance!

I've really enjoyed Mary Kay Andrews stories! They always have really great, realistic characters. I felt myself rooting for The Saint as well as many of the characters. I was drawn into the mystery and the family and town drama.

I did this as an audio and I found the narrator was wonderful - pulled me right into the story and kept me hooked!

A huge thank you to the author and publisher for providing an e-ARC via Netgalley. This does not affect my opinion regarding the book.

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC in exchanged for my honest review.

3.5 STARS

Summer at the Saint is a captivating read that defies the typical lighthearted summer book, offering much more depth and complexity. With multiple intertwined storylines, it keeps you engaged, but at times I felt like there was too much happening with lots of side plots and characters. The characters were not as well-developed as previous books from Andrews, likely because this book had so many characters. It was a fun book to read and entertaining.