This was my first Nancy Thayer novel and I loved it. I am not sure why I have not read her sooner but I am excited to check out her other books as well. This book takes place on the island of Nantucket where sister Eddie and Barrett are starting over with their Dad. I love how the book explores the points of view of both sisters as they are struggling to make their way to finding happiness on the island. Eddie has lived n the city the last 2 years as an assistant to Dinah Lavender where she has traveled the world and lived the upscale life. Barrett has stayed on Nantucket caring for their Dad while trying to save for her own store Nantucket Blues.
The summer quickly gets complicated for Eddie when she sees an old flame and Dinah decides she will come to Nantucket with her. Will Eddie get the rest she needs and be able to help her sister with her store and Dad?
Nancy Thayer writes beautifully this is an enjoyable beach read that will remind you of the importance of family and happiness where you least expect it.

I am a fan of Nancy Theater's novel including her latest The Summer We Started Over. This book revolves a family that relocates to Nantucket after tragedy faces the family. They learn how to revive their lives by enjoying the Nantucket lifestyle and develop relationships. Each member achieves her dream whether writing a novel; reestablishing a , love, or opening a store, Thank you to Net galley for allowing me to read this novel.

Nancy Thayer’s latest, The Summer We Started Over, transported me back to the beautiful island of Nantucket. Having spent time on Nantucket, as well as Martha’s Vineyard and Block Island, the memories of island life came flooding back, especially the dynamics between the islanders and the “summer” islanders. Barrett and Eddie were the perfect characters to showcase starting over, as well as William and Dinah. Much of the storyline was predictable and somewhat formulaic but it was a very enjoyable read…the perfect beach read. The beauty of the island definitely shown through, especially Miacomet Pond. Nancy Thayer’s books put me in the mood for a beach vacation.
Many thanks to Nancy Thayer, Ballantine Books, and NetGalley for providing me with an arc of this recently published book. Three and a half stars.

I LOVE LOVED LOVED THIS BOOK it was such a fun summer read nancy writes such beautiful heartwarming books!

Eddie Grant loves her life as an assistant to author Dinah Lavender in NYC, but decides to return to Nantucket to help her sister, Barrett, as she opens a boutique store on the island. After losing their brother and their mother leaving the family, Eddie’s and Barrett’s father moved them to Nantucket and buried himself in books. Eddie hopes a trip back to Nantucket is just what her and her family need this summer.

I’ve been a fan of Nancy Thayer’s books for more years than I can count, and I really enjoyed her newest novel! Full of likable, relatable characters and an idyllic beach backdrop, this book delivers Hallmark-esque vibes. Though I’ve never been myself, I love visiting Nantucket through books, and it’s one of my favorite settings for a novel. This is a heartwarming, feel-good story, and the perfect beach read!

Thank you NetGalley and Ballantine Books for my gifted e-copy!

Feel Good summer reading at its finest! Nancy Thayer is a master of this, of "painting" beautiful settings with words, and of weaving together a delicious story with memorable characters! Coming back home. Coming full circle. Coming together. Letting go. Starting fresh. Starting over.I finished this book yesterday and found myself thinking about the characters and the story today; I wanted to get back to it and was somewhat disappointed when I remembered I'd finished. Thats the mark of a good story. #BeachRead

Grab your beach chair, sunglasses and hat and maybe a favorite beverage and sink into this latest summer read by Nancy Thayer. Escape to Nantucket where two sisters, Eddie and Barrett, reunite after going their separate ways in life. Eddie is an assistant to a famed romance novelist Dinah Lavender, needs a break away from her hectic schedule, so she travels to the island to rest and relax and visit her sister and father who live on a small hobby farm. Barrett is finding her way and has saved up her money to open a charming gift shop called Nantucket Blues where jewelry, handmade sculptures and homemade sweaters are for sale. Sisters are reunited and romance blossoms for both of them along with many surprises and moving story lines. This is the perfect beach read that will warm your heart while transporting you to a beautiful vacation island.

Thank you to Random House and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book.

I look forward to my summer Nancy Thayer books, but this one was a bit disappointing. Eddie and her sister Barrett moved to Nantucket with their father, William, after the death of their brother and the divorce of their parents. Eddie left Nantucket to work for a famous author, returning for vacation as Barrett is opening up a boutique. Both women begin relationships, but they are fast tracked and a bit unbelievable to me. There are some issues that give depth, and the story was easy to follow. Not my favorite of this beloved author. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

You know summer is right around the corner when there's a new Nancy Thayer release! This book was an absolute gem and perfect to throw in the beach bag for a lazy weekend day at the beach!

This summer in Nantucket, sisters Eddie and Barrett are reconnecting. Part love story, part the story of a family coming together and mending fences, Set on beautiful Nantucket, beautiful descriptions of the scenery and interwoven throughout the book and absolutely take it up a notch. Though at times I felt the story lagged, it wasn't at all unenjoyable.

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I received an advanced copy for free and am leaving this review voluntarily. Thank you to NetGalley, Nancy Thayer, and Ballantine Books. 🩷

I always hate to say this, but the writing in this book was just not great. The storyline was ok, although predictable at times for sure, but the characters' interactions with each other were often awkward, the dialogue was not realistic, and things were repeated or sometimes contradicted.

The perfect beach read set on Nantucket. Eddie has returned home for the summer to reconnect with her sister, Barrett and her dad. They have had a troubled past but now they need to move forward.

This story has everything from a new romance and a rekindled romance. The bond of sisters. The summer vibes of a beach town. I highly recommend this story.

Absolutely loved this book & need a sequel as I'm so invested in the characters. This book makes me want to go to Nantucket right now!
Thank you @netgalley for the ARC

This novel is the perfect summer read! Wonderful engaging characters, heartbreak, love and family drama make this book interesting, delightful and inspirational. It's an uplifting escape full of heart while you laugh and cry turning page after page as the story unfolds.
A book so well written, filled with compassion, humor, heartache, joy and romance. I definitely recommend this amazing and entertaining book.

I recommend the book The Summer We Started Over by Nancy Thayer. The characters were wonderful in the story. I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley and the publisher. This is my honest and personal review. Happy Reading!

Beautiful story of sisters, family, friendships, love, and new beginnings. Nantucket is the perfect setting for Nancy Thayer’s books as she draws the reader into life on the island.. The book has several diverse characters, all with unique characteristics, interwoven to come together as family, as friends and as couples. It is escapism at its best and a perfect beach read.
Thank you NetGalley and Ballantine Books for the chance to read this ARC.

Finding new love….
Finding hope….
Have dreams come true….
Discovering a long buried secret….
A beautiful story about family, love, and courage.
Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to read this book for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

The Summer We Started Over by Nancy Thayer was a great read.  The story was about second chances, families and how there is always room for one more.  Each element and character in the story allowed for celebration of life and death.  Nancy Thayer’s ability to build a book that shows meaningful relationships and growth opportunities always makes for a good story.  

Eddie and Barrett are two sisters that were divided by chances.  Eddie wanted to see the world and live in a big city.  She works for Dinah Lavender as her girl Friday. Barrett had no desire to leave Nantucket and was determined to open a shop.  Eddie goes home to help with her dad to allow Barrett time to get her store up and running.  Then Dinah shows up and then Dove and Robbie and of course boyfriends.  Suddenly a small family is growing in ways that no one expected after the loss of their mom and the death of their brother. 

The Summer We Started Over is great read because of Nancy Thayer’s focus on what makes a family and on building a family.   I found myself both cheering and crying, sometimes at the same time.  The book is a great addition to any summer reading list! The Summer We Started Over by Nancy Thayer is a great book to read!

The Summer We Started Over has family drama, well-developed characters, and romance. To make it even better, it is set on Nantucket, which makes it a perfect summer read! I think that this is Nancy Thayer's best book yet! Thank you, NetGalley and Random House, for the advance digital copy of this wonderful book!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for my ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I was drawn to this book because of the cover. It’s absolutely beautiful and looked like the perfect book to escape into. Once I began reading, I’m sorry to say I was rather disappointed. . The two main characters, Eddie and Barrett were two of the weakest, wishy-washy characters I’ve ever read. The dialogue between them seemed stilted and I didn’t feel any chemistry with the men they were supposedly so in love with. I kept hoping one of them would show some kind of passion or strength but for me this did not happen.. I did enjoy the scenes with Dinah, because she brought a bit of spice and fun to a book I had a hard time finishing. And her “expected” relationship in the book made me smile.

This was my first Nancy Thayer book so I’m not familiar with her writing style. I just know I was relieved when I finally finished it.

This book is a beautiful story about finding yourself again as an adult and figuring out your life. The characters in this book are amazing and you will fall in love with them, as I did. I didn't want this book to end !!!!!!!!!!