I always enjoy a Mary Kay Andrews book, but they are a bit like watching a soap opera. They are always fun, and always over the top and a little unrealistic. This book was no expectation, but it was still fun! "Summers at the Saint" is a perfect book for summer reading. It takes place at an exclusive 5 star resort and follows the lives of the owner, the family business, and a variety of employees- several of whom are up to no good. This was enjoyable and a quick read.

Thanks to NetGalley for an advanced copy of the book!

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“Summers at the Saint” is set at a 5-star family-run resort. It is filled with family drama, decades-long unsolved mysteries, staff problems, and high-maintenance guests. As a current hotelier and former lifeguard, I found the book captivating from the start.

It's an easy and enjoyable read with elements of murder mystery and some light romance (no spice). Definitely add it to your summer to-be-read list.

I listened to the audiobook version and enjoyed the narrator. Although many characters are introduced at the beginning, the story starts to flow better after a few chapters. I felt that the book was a bit longer than necessary, but I was able to get through it quickly.

I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I absolutely adored this audiobook! The narrator was brilliant and it kept me hooked from the very first chapter!

Great read! The cover makes you think of an easy beach read but it is more than just that! Great storyline with mystery to make you want to keep reading with a few surprises! You can figure out some of the mystery but not all of it!

This was my first MKA book and boy it did not disappoint. I was expecting a summer beach romance but it was definitely more of a murder mystery. I loved all of the twists. I really had no idea how it was going to wrap up. All of the characters were enjoyable and it has great pacing. I will certainly be reading more MKA books.

Thank you to the publisher, author, and netgalley for the opportunity to read an ALC.

There are so many twists in this story. The narrator did such a great job. You have to really be paying attention, because the story does back to the past and also goes through most of the characters background and how they end up at the Saint. I will definitely be recommending this to all my friends and family. Thank you to the Author for letting me listen to this story. I really did enjoy it.

Whoa! That was an unexpected ride!
I was expecting a typical contemporary Romance. This book is far from it!
I was shocked. over and over. Nothing about this story is predictable.
The mystery element of this story tied in with family drama made it impossible to put this book down. Each character is introduced, given a complete backstory and entwined later with the others. This allowed you to invest in each character, understand them and you know why they are who they are. I loved the character development. I am sad it ended and would love to hear more from them.
I enjoyed the Audiobook version. The narrator was a perfect choice to bring these vastly different characters to life.
I can’t wait to read more from Mary Kay Andrews.

Cute little summer read sure to be popular. I did not however care for the narrator because of pauses throughout the book.

3.5 ⭐️’s
Andrew’s book are always entertaining. The Saint was no different except it just wasn’t believable. There were too many things happening at the resort for no one to notice them. Still an engaging read and listen, just lacked plausibility. So put your blinders on and just enjoy the ride. Thank you to St. Martin’s Press, Macmillan Audio and Netgalley for an ARC and ALC of this book.

I couldn’t get into this book. I usually enjoy Mary Kay Andrews books but this one didn’t so if for me. Maybe it’s because I went in with the wrong expectations? I was expecting a fun summer escape but it was more of a murder mystery/romance. The premise of the story was unique and I enjoyed that aspect of the book. I couldn’t connect to the characters and I felt like they were immature. I was disappointed because I usually enjoy her books.


Thank you Macmillan Audio and NetGalley for letting me listen to this book early!

A MUST READ/LISTEN summer mystery!

Traci Eddings is the widowed owner of a summer resort on the coast of Georgia. She has to deal with money issues, staff issues, a murder, and so much more! The cast of characters were so well written, that I felt like I was there going through it all with them.
I was weary going into this book bc I am not a big romance fan, but I would classify it as a mystery more than anything. I also loved that the Braves beat the Mets ;) Would definitely recommend reading this one!

Thank you to Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for my advanced audio copy!

This one wasn't exactly what I was expecting from Mary Kay Andrews, it was seen better! Most books I've read by this author are cozy and clean romances--like hallmark movie style. But this one was more of a cozy mystery/suspense novel! (Like a mild lifetime movie!) It was an easy read/listen and kept me engaged throughout!

I also loved the narrator!

I really wanted to like this book but I ended up not finishing it. I wanted a fresh summer feel good read but this was not it. The first 15% of this book are different characters each chapter and when it finally mellows out and you get the stability of the mfc story it suddenly turns into a murder mystery/romance. Between the multiple characters and the blended genres I had a really hard time getting into this book and really feeling invested in anyone.

I might return back to this book when I'm in the mood for summer mystery.

I can not believe Summers at the Saint was my very first read by Mary Kay Andrews. What have I been waiting for? I absolutely loved it — 5 STARS! This novel had it all… romance, drama, mystery and twists, to say the least. An absolute entertaining beach read all the way through.

Narrator Kathleen McInerney did a phenomenal job bringing each and every character to life (there were plenty)! Her characterizations were astounding and amusing at times, keeping me engaged throughout the entire book.

I highly recommend Summers at the Saint if you’re looking for a delightful summer read with a fabulous storyline which includes something for everyone. I am already anticipating my next Mary Kay Andrews novel.

Thank you Macmillan Audio, author Mary Kay Andrews, and NetGalley for this Advanced Listening Copy.

I really enjoyed this! It ended up being different than I expected. At first, there were so many different characters that it made it difficult for me to keep track of who was who, but I got into the rhythm pretty quickly. While this appears to be a fun, beachy themed summertime read, there was some mystery and small town secrets involved, perfect for any time of year. Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan Audio for the advanced copy. Publication date May 7, 2024.

I am always blown away by Mary Kay Andrews novels, I liked learning about the Saint and all the people who worked there. I enjoyed the mystery as well. SUMMER AT THE SAINT is a fun, novel that I know my customers will enjoy. I will be recommending this one.


Many thanks to NetGalley and Macmillan for my gifted ALC.

Surprisingly this was my first Mary Kay Andrews book and I was unsure what to expect. It was lively with lots of plot twists but I was not impressed with it overall and didn't love the characters. It was a decent spring break read and maybe I've read too many books lately about people owning bed and breakfasts/hotels. For me, it was difficult to follow along with all the characters, most of which seemed unnecessary. I may try and read another one of her books which I believe are released every year around this time in the spring.

This story was a good story that kept me hooked. However, I often found myself questioning the author. Why was a $100 signing bonus so much of a selling point post pandemic, it seemed low to me and it was mentioned over and over again. Also, the investigation into a 20 plus year old death at the same time another death happens just felt forced. I did enjoy it, but wasn't a favorite. The narrator was great. No issues there.

🎧🎧 Book Review 🎧🎧 If I had not already been pining for summer, this book would have done the job! The future of the St. Cecilia, a landmark vacation spot, looks grim in the wake of the pandemic and staffing changes. Told from multiple perspectives with an homage to the one-hundred plus year history, Mary Kay Andrews does a superb job allowing the reader to immediately become invested in saving this special place. And sometimes hope for the future means having deep into the past…Summers at the Saint is the ultimate beach read with heart.

Review is posted on Goodreads and will be on Instagram in April!

Traci, a widowed owner of the hotel, St. Cecelia, is determined to return the Saint to its former glory. Staff shortages and her rude brother in law try to stand in her way, but she find a few great hires who love their job and want to help the Saint be successful. When one of the summer staff dies, questions come up and so many secrets begin to be uncovered.

I love Mary kay Andrews and her writing. Although her stories are longer, there is romance, mystery, friendship, secrets, and so much more. Like all of Andrews’ books, they are complex, have a bunch of characters, and multiple storylines going. It can be a lot to follow but I love them and find them more interesting than mindless reads since there is more to pay attention to.