BRB booking a beach vacation after this one. I loved the element of mystery and scandal woven throughout this story. This cozy summer mystery was predictable in the best way! I knew where the plot was going, but I didn’t know which characters were going to play what role in that, which allowed me to feel both smart, and surprised, by the end. I will say this one is front heavy as you have to meet so many characters up front, but it was wrapped up really nicely by the end. The whole book went quickly, despite the front end feeling bulky and I was able to finish it in a day!

📢 Would recommend for anyone who wants a mystery they can read in one day at the lake or beach!

Thank you @stmartinspress @netgalley #partner for the #free eARC!

Summer. Wealthy guests. Family secrets. A struggling but fancy hotel called The Saint. Get ready for the perfect summertime mystery!

Traci Eddings is trying to revive the hotel that has been in her family for quite some time but isn’t not doing so well. After recently being widowed she is determined to bring back the guests and make the hotel what it once was! She has her work cut out for her as staffing isn’t working out and she has odd happenings around the resort that she starts to question. She hires quite the wide array of summer help and they all come with a notable past, including the daughter of her ex-best friend she’s not spoken to in years. As the summer kicks off, there is a death on the property which brings more traffic and eyes to what’s happening. She is determined to absolutely get to the bottom of the activities going awry at The Saint and maybe find some love along the way!

This is my second book by Mary Kay Andrews and I love her style. She writes a perfectly witty, dramatic, fun, engaging mystery in both of the books I’ve read! Her books feel very light and summery and always have memorable characters! Even though there are several characters, each has their own unique personalities making it easy to keep them straight! She creates many twists with great depth that keep you flipping pages wanting more. Grab this book, an umbrella cocktail, prop your feet up and get ready for the perfect summer whodunit!

This is the first time I've read a novel by Mary Kay Andrews, and I wish I had done so earlier.
This book is a great summer beach read, with a good mix of southern charm, family drama, and a hint of mystery.
The chapters are mostly short and the perspective changes up between characters, which keeps it light and interesting. I love a book that I can read in short spurts when I am in a waiting room or otherwise have a few minutes to spare.
I didn't want the book to end. The characters were endearing and relatable.

Another great read from Mary Kay Andrews. Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC. I really enjoyed this book. I think this will be a great summer read.

The story follows Traci Eddings who inherited the resort “The Saint” when her husband Hoke passed away. This book is full of family drama, mystery, a little romance. There are a lot of characters that you get to know and I loved how they all ended up weaving together. I liked that the book kept me guessing about who done it, I never expected what actually happened. This is a great book that I would definitely recommend!

Saint Celia, the "Saint" is a classic 5 star resort in the south catering to the elite. Traci Eddings took over running the resort after her husband passed away. The Eddings had built the resort 100 years ago and turned it into the elite resort it is today. Going into the summer season Traci was desperately trying to fill the staff needed to run such a big resort. This story follows several of those new employees and their backstories and an unexpected tragedy that takes place part way through the summer. This book keeps the twists and turns coming in a fun quick read.

Very good beach read! I love the writing and have enjoyed Mary Kay Andrews' other books. Definitely recommend!

Thank you NetGalley and Mary Kay Andrews!

This book was slow for me to get into but once I was into it I was HOOKED! The multiple POVs were amazing getting all the amazing cast of characters side. There was so much happening at once I was a little overwhelmed at all the reveals at the end but all-in-all I liked how it came together! The way all other storyline connected and came together was stunning. I will say at times I found Traci unlikable simply because she didn't seem to realize lot of what was happening right under her nose, but in the end I'm glad she got a happy ending.

Another MKA hit! I adore her books, and could not wait to read this one. The who's who of the town all visit the St. Cecilia, aka The Saint, during the summers. Traci, who didn't vacation at the Saint, grew up to work there as a lifeguard amongst the posh and affluent. It's there she meets her future husband, whose family also happens to own the resort. Tragedy strikes and Traci is left widowed with the resort and the desire to revamp it to what it once was.
In true MKA fashion, there is a little mystery, some adventure, romance, and long-buried secrets. The perfect summer/ beach read.

This is a great beach read! I had a little mystery and suspense added into it and it kept me reading until I finished!

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the opportunity to read! I think my issue is that I dove into this book thinking that it would be a romance... but this was nothing like the light fun beach read I hoped for. The cover is misleading. It took me forever to get through. I'm so sad that this fell flat for me!

This is one of the more murdery and dark Mary Kay Andrews novels, but as charming and touching as any of them ever are.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC! Summers at the Saint by Mary Kay Andrew’s is a slow burn thriller that picked up speed and doesn’t look back. A case of who done it being investigated by a couple of amateur new employees turned detectives at the Saint almost turns into another tragedy but goodness prevails and the truth comes out in the end. Definitely not what I was expecting but I loved it!

There are two mysteries at the heart of the prolific Mary Kay Andrews' latest book, Summers at the Saint, both revolving around a 5-star Georgia resort nicknamed "The Saint." One involves an 8-year-old boy who inexplicably drowned in the swimming pool 20 years ago. The other is the suspicious death of a female summer employee of the hotel.

At the center of the plot is the ultracompetent (and, of course, beautiful) Traci Eddings, who was one of the lifeguards at the pool when the drowning occurred. Traci subsequently married into the resort owner's family, now running the hotel after the death of her husband, and she is finding it increasingly challenging to resolve some of the problems faced by the resort. The beach setting is glorious, and the hotel a popular beachside destination. But there are secrets that could undermine the very existence of The Saint and lead to more deadly events.

There is a large cast of characters in the story--from the arrogant wealthy owner and his wife to the diverse group of staff members to Traci's former best friend who hasn't spoken to her in years. There is also a bit of romance, which becomes a subplot only in the latter part of the book. With the exception of Traci, I found that the dearth of nuance in the characters and plot resulted in a predictable although satisfying resolution to both of the mysteries. But I can't deny that Mary Kay Andrews is a seasoned storyteller with many books to her credit and a dedicated following.

My thanks to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and provide an honest review of this book.

In Mary Kay Andrews' Summers at the Saint, widow Traci Eddings finds herself thrust into the role of managing the Saint Cecelia resort after her husband's passing, navigating a web of family drama, financial troubles, and long-held secrets. As Traci and her team struggle to keep the resort afloat in a post-pandemic world, they uncover dark mysteries and suspicious activities that threaten to unravel everything they've worked for. Andrews expertly blends mystery, romance, and family intrigue against the backdrop of the sun-drenched Georgia coast, delivering a captivating tale that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Summers at the Saint is a delightful summer escape that offers the perfect blend of suspense and summer vibes, leaving readers longing for more of Andrews' storytelling magic.

According to the residents of the southern town some of us are Saints & some of us are ‘Aints.

Widow Traci Eddings was born an ‘Aint but as luck found her she fell for & married not just any Saint, but son of St. Cecelia’s owner. After his tragic passing she steps into the role of running the St. Cecelia to honor her husband’s legacy while keeping distance from her tyrant of a brother in law. When their annual summer kickoff bash turns deadly she’ll stop at nothing to uncover the truth.

Even as a newer fan of Mary Kay Andrews, Summer At The Saint surprised me. I expected a light summer beach read with a romantic flair. This reads more like a murder mystery. I thoroughly enjoyed it even though at times it felt like a lengthy read.

Thank you to NetGalley, St. Martin’s Press & Mary Kay Andrews for this advanced copy & opportunity to read/review ahead of Summer at the Saint’s May 7th publication date!

Oh Mary Kay Andrews, how do you write such good stories? Ever since I read this galley, I've dreamed of the Saint. You've got to tell us what this was based on or create the beach vacation property of my dreams!

Summers at the Saint follows a cast of characters all living and working at an upscale beach property. What MKS does best is intertwine her characters so well. You're feeling so sorry for Parrish; wanting Whelan to find the answers; and hoping Ric gets what's coming for him.

The perfect summer book, this realistic, romantic, mystery will leave you longing for a summer at the Saint!

Just a Midwest girl loving this beautiful warm day. Kids are playing, and the sun is shining. ☀️🕶️

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Oh this was a good one, reading friends! A hotel on the beach, called St. Cecelia, also known as The Saint, belongs to a wealthy family on the coast of Georgia. Although a girl from the “ain’t” part of town who got a summer job years ago and married into this family, is widowed, and is trying to keep it going after a tragedy. Her brother in law, who is an absolute headache, and his unwanted drama makes everything harder. Since Covid and a shut down, the hotel is in the red. Traci tries to get creative and remodels the old golf cart shed to make a dorm room for hotel staff to have a free place to stay. But there’s been a murder, and the detectives are trying to figure out who was apart of this, and if it ties back to the drowning of a young boy years ago that was hushed. There’s love, there’s beach, there’s a murder, a mystery, and great characters in this book! Mary Kay Andrews is always on my TBR for a great kick off to summer book. This one comes out May 6, and I highly recommend it. Thank you for the advanced copy @marykayandrews @netgalley @stmartinspress! #netgalley #marykayandrews #summersatthesaint #netgalley

Summers at the Saint is a sun-soaked saga that takes you on a vacation to the St. Cecelia, where traditions are as sacred as Southern charm. This beach read is not just about sandy shores; it's a tale of wits, guts, and the surprises that make life at the Saint unforgettable. Four stars for a story with heart, humor, and a splash of Southern spice. Summers at the Saint – where the drama is as hot as the July sun!
Thank you to NetGalley, the author and the publisher for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

Summers at the Saint by Mary Kay Andrews
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Mary Kay Andrews knows how to write an intriguing, fast-paced, page-turning novel! I can already see people lounging on the beach this summer with this fun book. Mary Kay Andrews is a master of writing a story that combines women's friendship, romance, and murder mystery.
I also love that it is set in a coastal area of Georgia.

Thank you, NetGalley and St. Martins Press, for this ARC.

As a long time fan of Mary Kay Andrews, I always look forward to where her books will take me. This time , I was whisked away to The Saint, a historic beach retreat for those lucky or wealthy enough to be able to vacation there. The main character, Traci, grew up an "ain't" but marries into the Eddings family and after her husband dies in an accident, becomes part owner of his family legacy, The Saint. You are quickly introduced to a host of characters that at first can be a bit overwhelming but soon settles into a very interesting story unfolding from different viewpoints. While I am always hoping for romance in an MKA story, this book brought with it more of a family drama and mystery aspect which I ended up enjoying a lot. While Traci is trying to keep The Saint afloat for future generations, behind the scenes are employee thefts, a long ago murder investigation and family drama. By the end of the twist and turns, I was pleasantly surprised by the ending I didn't see coming.