This book was a great farewell to Nantucket from Elin Hildebrand. Overall, Swan Song is a poignant reminder of the beauty in life’s fleeting moments, making it a must-read for fans of contemporary fiction. Hilderbrand has once again proven her knack for storytelling that resonates long after the last page is turned.

Like Elin Hilderbrand retiring her Nantucket stories, Ed Kapenash, the Chief of Police on Nantucket is retiring after 35 years. His wife and doctor tell him that his heart can no longer take the stress. Unfortunately, things happen to give him one last case to solve. A 22-million-dollar summer home, recently purchased by the flashy new couple in town, the Richardsons, has burned to the ground. The Richardsons are not home, as they are throwing a party on their yacht. At the same time, their personal assistant and a friend of Ed's daughter, has disappeared. Was she killed and pushed off the yacht, or did she set the fire and disappear? are far from hurt—in fact, they're out on the water, throwing a lavish party on their yacht—but when news of the fire reaches them, they discover that their personal assistant has vanished.

The Richardsons, especially Mrs. Richardson were climbers and all flash with no substance. I didn't like her one bit. I enjoyed seeing some of the characters from her other Nantucket books all come full circle. The island is so well described with the places, restaurants etc. all real. The story is told in two timelines. The first is when the Richardsons arrive and shake things up in Nantucket with their themed parties and curated guest list. The second is the investigation. The mystery that runs throughout the book was interesting. Where is Coco and what happened to her. Was the fire intentional and if so, who set it? We get to see all those rich, flamboyant people who spend their time trying to be noticed, gossiping and partying. This was a great book to end the Nantucket stories. I am looking forward to her next book that she is writing with her daughter.

A fun romance-mystery story that takes a while to build up. However, the conclusion feels all too sudden as though a few final boxes needed to be checked.

Loved getting to read one of Hilderbrand’s last titles! A classic summer beach read & a fun mystery. Always love the Nantucket vibes & the cameos of characters from the last books! Thank you NetGalley for the chance to read this one!

Another fun read in the Nantucket series. Not my favorite, but still entertaining. I’m hoping someone makes a movie or show of these books because I will definitely watch it.

Thank you NetGalley for an advanced digital copy to read.

Swan Song by Elin Hilderbrand is the perfect summer read with great character development and plot points. Loved it! Autobuy author for me. Love all of her books.

It's the end of an era: the final #ElinHilderbrand Nantucket novel is here. #SwanSong revisits character from The Castaways and The Rumor, as well as a few other Easter eggs. It's the story of Chief Kapenash retiring and a very wealthy couple new to the island, The Richardsons. It spans a summer on Nantucket. I read it in a day, and I enjoyed the time I spent with it. As a culmination of her Nantucket books, it was satisfying. As a standalone novel, it's not as good as her best ones. I wanted more resolution for the characters introduced in this book. Thankfully, I still have several Nantucket novels to read. #SwanSong #BookOfTheMonth #ReadingThoughts

5 STARS

There is no way to possible rate one of your favorite authors on their last books! I have loved each and every one of Hildebrand's books, this one included. I'm not happy it is over, but am happy to have been able to read so many wonderful books by her. Thank you for the ultimate summer reads!

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

Nantucket Mystery at Retirement

Swan Song by Elin Hilderbrand is a captivating tale set on the picturesque island of Nantucket. The plot centers around the impending retirement of Chief of Police Ed Kapenash. Just before his retirement, a house burns down under mysterious circumstances during an end-of-summer party on the Richardsons' yacht, and Coco, a friend of Ed's daughter, goes missing. The novel unravels the mystery behind the fire and Coco's disappearance, offering readers a blend of suspense and drama.

Swan Song stands out for its well-crafted narrative and the seamless integration of its themes. The characters are relatable and well-developed, making the reader invested in their journeys. Hilderbrand’s descriptive prowess brings Nantucket to life, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the island’s charm and drama. The novel's strengths lie in its engaging plot, emotional resonance, and the satisfying closure it provides. However, some readers might find the multiple-character perspectives slightly overwhelming.

Overall, Swan Song is a compelling read that beautifully captures the essence of Nantucket and the complexities of human relationships. It is a worthy conclusion to Elin Hilderbrand's illustrious career, leaving a lasting impression on her readers.

Thank you Netgalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I have been reading about Elin Hilderbrand's Nantucket for what feels like decades now. This finale did not disappoint. It was a nice surprise to have cameos of past characters, they felt like old friends as do all the places on Nantucket that have appeared in the books over the years.

She is the queen of summer beach reads and fun drama. I loved seeing the chief back in this one. The mystery was interesting to me and the summer Nantucket vibes were spot on. Fans are going to love it.

I’m just returning to Elin Hilderbrand books and this book confirmed why I love this author so much. Great characters and storyline. You have the characters you are rooting for and some you are not. I love that Coco finally made it.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC of this fantastic novel. lin Hilderbrand's Swan Song is a triumph of emotional depth and storytelling brilliance. Set against the stunning backdrop of Nantucket, the novel masterfully weaves together themes of love, loss, and new beginnings with Hilderbrand's signature warmth and insight. The characters are vividly portrayed, each grappling with their own heartache and hope, making their stories profoundly relatable. Hilderbrand's evocative prose brings both the setting and the emotional landscape to life, creating a captivating reading experience. With its perfect blend of drama and romance, Swan Song is an unforgettable and deeply satisfying read that will linger long after the final page. The only disappointment is that this is Hilderbrands last novel!

The last of the Nantucket books a wonderful way to finish.Characters from previous books appear,there is mystery andwritten with Elins amazing style.I really enjoyed each of the Nantucket books.#netgalley #littlebrown

A nice wrap up to a series that has been a consistent fun read for me in the summer months. Some of the issues I had were with relatability within the characters but I enjoyed the thriller twist to this one! Changed up the old formula and made it a little fresh!

Sorry I am late in reviewing this title. Sadly, this book fell very flat for me and I did not care for it. I will continue to recommend older titles by Elin, like the Blue Bistro. This story did not feel new to me and I found the characters unlikable.

I've been reading Elin Hilderbrand's books for years and years and I look forward to virtually visiting Nantucket every year. Swan Song is supposedly Hilderbrand's final book and I was looking forward to one last visit to Nantucket. There were parts of this book that I loved and characters that I adored, but there were also some characters and story lines that I just didn't love. I loved finding the Easter Eggs from all of the her other books and also revisiting some characters from the past. Overall, this was a good ending to Hilderbrand's Nantucket books and I will certainly miss it!

What's not to love in an Elin HIlderbrand Nantucket novel? I cried reading Hilderbrand's last Nantucket novel, and boy did she not disappoint. A familiar cast of characters made cameos in this least novel, as well as some island newcomers as well. The novel follows new arrivals, the Richardsons who purchase a Lavish 22 million dollar home on Nantucket. The Islanders are instantly intrigued by this new couple who throw extravagant parties all summer long. Retiring police chief Ed Kapenesh is spending his last summer working and will end his career investigating a fire that destroys the Richardsons massive home. Hildebrand does what she does best and does not disappoint her many fans. For anyone who loves a good beach Read or just a good story!

Swan Song truly is Elin Hilderbrand's swan song of her novel writing career. Her last in a series of Nantucket-based novels, Swan Song tells the tale of the island's famous police officer and his upcoming retirement and how his life is interwoven with the rest of the island's population.

A bittersweet novel, as there aren't any new Hilderbrand novels set in Nantucket, but a worthy way for her to end her career.

This summer, I took a deep dive into Elin Hilderbrand’s Nantucket novels by reading The Castaways, The Rumors, and her final book in the series, Swan Song. 🌊📚

The Castaways was packed with so much drama that I couldn’t help but tell my husband about the characters as if they were real people! 😅 The final novel, Swan Song, brought everything full circle with familiar faces, meddling characters, and nods to events from her other books. I definitely think that reading all 3 of these recommended novels really enhanced my experience with this one. It was a fantastic way to finish the series. I will miss blonde Sharon!🎉