The story was fair - it started well but I thought that the main character, Keely Green, was very wishy washy and that turned me off, especially about her feelings toward the men in her life. In addition, I thought that her relationship with her main love went too fast and it wasn't realistic especially how she ran away from him a couple of times. But then again, I read this as a light, summer read and that it was!

An absolutely perfect title to pick up and not stop until the book is completed! Returning to her island life and away from the "glamour" of her life, she finds that old friends are the best friends---including first love. Embracing forgiveness and learning along the way make this title a beautiful read. Thank you so much for allowing me to read this title prior to publication--I laughed and I cried and enjoyed every word!!!

A heady mix of summer, first love, and friendship, Surfside Sisters is meant to be devoured on a lazy afternoon. Readers who love Elin Hilderbrand or Jamie Brenner will be delighted by Surfside Sisters, with its familiar Nantucket routines, and its eclectic, book-loving characters.

This story, set in Nantucket, centers around two childhood best friends, Isabelle and Keely. United by the desire to become authors, this story takes us through the trials and tribulations of their friendship. Can the bond that binds them so close be enough to withstand disloyalty, envy and misunderstanding? I read this book in a few hours. I enjoyed it thoroughly!

Surfside Sisters is a fantastic summer beach read. Easy to read when one may want to stop to cool off in the ocean or pool. Readers in their twenties to those in their eighties will enjoy Nancy Thayer’s Surfside Sisters.

Like many of Thayer’s books set in the NE coast of the United States, Thayer uses what she is familiar with, to paint a beautiful picture of the Eastern seaboard, complete with lovable characters.

Thayer typically closes her novels with feel good moments and she does not disappoint in this book. Unfortunately, the last couple chapters seem to move too fast, tying every story line up, in an effort to complete the novel. In fact, too tidy. I have unanswered questions as to why did Gray go without a fight; how did Keely feel seeing Tommy again; does Donna enjoy her cruise; from buying the family mansion to co-living with the in-laws so Al can stay in his home for rehab purposes. All those things I want to know. Not because I have been left hanging but because the novel wrapped up so quickly.

Everyone loves Nancy Thayer and will continue to buy her books, because she develops likable characters that you want to know about.

This is my first Nancy Thayer book, but it won’t be my last. This was a wonderful beach read about friendship and forgiveness. The story mirrored so much of my own life that I was able to relate well with Keely and her feelings. I will be recommending this book.

Surfside Sisters is the story about two friends, Keely and Isabelle. They have been friends forever but as they grow up they grow apart. Jealousy and hard feelings tear them apart.

I really enjoyed reading this book. I liked both the lead female characters, but they both had their flaws. Isabelle was so,Times shallow and let her jealousy get the better of her. At times Keely seemed to drift thru her life, afraid to make decisions. I enjoyed watching their lives. They had many highs and lows, heartbreak jealousy and ultimately love. Thank you to net galley for an advanced readers copy.

Great summer time book. Author Nancy Thayer has written another bestseller.
The story is about two girls, best friends, ,Keely and Isabelle They live in Nantucket and long to be successful writers., Both girls are good students in school and seem to have similar interest. In high school it becomes obvious they are very different. Keely is from a middle class family. She has to work hard to get ahead. Isabelle is from a wealth family, with a big home, successful parents and summer vacations in Europe. In Keely's eyes Isabelle has the perfect life, Everything seems to come easily for Isabelle.
Like everyone they have highs and lows in life. Heartbreak, family loss, jealousy, envy and love. But, life has a way of coming full circle.

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read and give an honest review.

My patrons love beach books. This is one that they will love. They will love reading about the up and down relationship of Isabella and Keely. I cant wait for this book to come out for my patrons.

Keely and Isabelle, friends since elementary school have both only ever wanted to be authors. Only one realizes her dream. But sometimes realizing what you want most, can bring heartache and bitterness.
Nancy Thayer has written a heartwarming novel of success, betrayal and forgiveness. A wonderful read for the beach or anytime. I received an ARC from Netgalley for my honest opinion.

What an amazing summer read! As always, Nancy Thayer did not disappoint. Best selling writer Keely Green left Nantucket for the Big Apple. She’s living the life in New York City when things all come crashing down around her. Keely heads home for the summer and must confront her past. This a sweet story about the ups and downs of friendships and self discovery. I highly recommend adding it to your summer reading list!

Nancy Thayer books always wring every emotion possible! Such a great story!! I felt as if I were there in the island with her. The wind, salt spray, and the crashing surf! A joy for sure.
Keely and Isabelle were such great friends until they weren't. Their story (Keely's) was so incredible. Writing as a central theme for this book.
I cried so much for Keely in sadness and in joy.
This is a must read!!

I love Nancy Thayer and have read all her books. They are all perfect beach reads! Add this one to your summer reading list, it's one of her best yet. Keeley and Isabelle were children together in Nantucket, and when they grew up their paths diverged dramatically. After living very different lives, they both end up back on Nantucket but now Keeley can act on the crush she had on Isabelle's brother Seb which makes life with her best friend very difficult.

Thanks to Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a great beach read! It has many elements: friendship, love, family, life challenges, and of course Nantucket. I love Thayer’s writing style and she succeeded again with this novel.
Many thanks to Random House Publishing and to NetGalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

This is my first Nancy Thayer novel, and I now get to go back and read all the others! This novel is set mostly on Nantucket, one of my favorite locations for a beach read. The story takes you through the relationship of two best friends, Isabelle and Keely, from childhood through motherhood. I loved Keely’s character and found myself annoyed with Isabelle much of the story.
Both girls dream of being a published author one day and finding long-lasting love. Like most best friends, they competed for success in both of these areas. The ups and downs of their relationship was the main story, yet dealing with aging parents and death also impacted the story in a very touching way. As my parents are aging and I find myself thinking more about their health, I really enjoyed this part of the book.
When I read these types of emotionally charged books I start to worry about the ending as it approaches. Yet Thayer left me very satisfied!
I highly recommend this one for summer!
Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing for this advanced copy!

Life has a way of coming full circle. In this story, we meet best friends Keely and Isabella. From the moment they met, they were inseparable. Despite their varying differences in personalities and economic status, they share the same dream of becoming published authors.
Keely, comes from a family of lesser wealth, and often finds herself envious of the affluent lifestyle that Isabella has been accustomed to. Not only this, but she is in love with Isabella's brother Sebastian, who is two years older than her. She cannot let anyone know, especially Isabella, as it would jeopardize their friendship.
Isabella is used to getting everything she wants. Her summer trips abroad, and Christmas's in New York were ordinary to her. However, one thing she wanted was a boy named Tommy, who wanted Keely. This begins a series of events that causes a rift in the friendship that was once considered sacred.
Fast forward a few years and we find the friends estranged. Keely is now a published author who has made her childhood dreams come true. What is missing is love and her friendship with Isabella. Isabella, on the other hand, has love but hasn't been able to fulfill her childhood dream of becoming an author.
This was an easy read for me. The dynamics and relationships kept the storyline moving without making it unbelievable or overwhelming. I have never read anything by Nancy Thayer before, but I will definitely be reading more by her. I highly recommend this book be added to summer reading lists.
I received an advanced copy of this story from Netgalley, in exchange for an honest review.

This is not your typical "beach read"....this book took me through a gauntlet of emotions! This is a story of how friendship changes throughout the years and almost dissolves, but in the end, manages to survive the ups & downs of life. I laughed, cried & got extremely angry while reading this book, but in the end I smiled!

This novel follows the up and down friendship between two best friends from different socioeconomic backgrounds. The quick pace of the book kept me engaged and there were unexpected plot lines that kept me guessing (and hoping) for the end result. Nancy Thayer examines life goals, determination in hardship, love, friendship, jealousy, and envy.

I loved this book! Most of the book is based in a small beach town and is about two childhood best friends who over the years grow apart, yet still care so much about each other. Keely Green and Isabelle Maxwell, one wealthy and one middle class, bonded over both wanting to be writers. I love how the book starts when they are little kids up until their 30's. The love Keely had for Isabelle was so amazing to me, no matter what she did to her, she still rooted and cared for her so deeply. I pretty much guessed the ending in the middle of the book and I have to say I think I enjoyed the first half of the book better but still couldn't put it down.

This book is about two girls who grow up on Nantucket and weather the complexities of life and how it affects their friendship. Although I initially had a tough time getting into this book, eventually, once the main character, Keely, and Isabelle grew up, it started to get a little better. This was not my favorite book by this author - at times the plot felt unbelievable and I didn't like the character of Isabelle, but all in all it wasn't a bad read.

Thanks to NetGalley for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.