Great summer read. I am enjoying the continuation of the story of the 3 sisters. I am excited to see where the last book takes me.

Dora was not my favorite character in the first book, but I had hoped a glimpse into her life would change my opinion. It barely did. While I understand Dora better, I still didn't like her, which made it hard to connect with the story.

Have you ever been drawn into a book? That is how I felt reading The Summer Wind by Mary Alice Monroe. The evocative descriptions transported me to the South Carolina beach, and the insightful characterizations made me feel as if I could visit Mamaw’s house and be welcomed with a glass of sweet tea. Even though this is book two of a trilogy, it really stands very well on its own, continuing the story of Marietta Muir (Mamaw) and her three adult granddaughters, half-sisters with the same father, who are just getting reacquainted. Mamaw has invited them to her home at the beach for the summer, knowing she will soon be moving, and hoping that Dora, Carson, and Harper will become friends. Romance, friendships, and family issues are woven together with storms, dolphins and sea turtles beautifully. A page turner which I just could not put down--highly recommended!