First off, a big thank you to NetGalley for letting me read this ARC!

This was such a funny, sweet, and quick read. The story is told from four POVs in third person: one for each of the Prestly sisters and one for Jax, Cora’s love interest. The Prestly sisters are spending a few weeks together at their childhood beach getaway, trying to reconnect and rebuild their bond. Things take a fun turn when a bet leads Cora into some semi-fake dating with the local heartbreaker, Jax.

I do wish we got to see more of Jax’s mysterious, bad-boy side before diving into his softer (and very swoon-worthy) personality, but still a very valid and captivating MMC. As for the sisters, they’re all relatable in their own unique ways—Savannah is the perfectionist, Cora is fiercely independent, and Bianca is figuring out her path in life. I could see a little bit of myself in each of them!

Overall, it’s a super cute standalone that’s perfect for vacation reading—especially on the beach! 🏖️

I really enjoyed this book! It was a captivating read that held my attention from start to finish. The story was well-paced, and the characters felt real and engaging. I’m grateful to the publisher for providing an early copy—it was a pleasure to read!

Complex, cute, and definitely funny romcom about family, communication, finding yourself, letting go, buildi g trust, and ultimately finding what has been there all along. No spice, definitely a feel good story with a HEA.

This is a fun and amusing romance based on miscommunication and unlikely matches. It’s well written and modern in setting and feel, with an entertaining cast of characters to keep you interested. It’s a predictable plot but many readers are fine with that and it all ties up with a really satisfying epilogue,

WHAT NOT TO DO ON VACATION by RACHEL MAGEE is a delightful read, with unforgettable characters, witty dialogue and a charming story line,
The Prestly sisters have drifted apart and Savannah has arranged for the three of them to spend some quality time together at Sunnyside in the beach cottage where they used to spend summers with their parents when they were growing up. She has her work cut out with independent Cora, who has her own ideas and tends to keep people away, and her youngest sister, Bianca, to whom she has been a mother since their mom died, and who makes an anouncement on her arrival which shocks her two older sisters. Add to that Savannah’s secret, a dating app, Jax Verona,who has a dangerous reputation, local boy Luke, and gym-qrat Zander, as well as an exhausting bucket list and fake dates, - what more do you want in an entertaining story?!
I highly recommend the book to anyone who enjoys a romcom with a deeper meaning.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Thomas Nelson. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

What Not to Do on Vacation by Rachel Magee was such a fun read. I loved it from the beginning to the end.

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this book!!

I LOVED this book! It was a bit slow in the beginning but then boom I was hooked!! I finished it in one sitting! My first by this author but will not be my last!!