Member Reviews
Susan Mallery is always a feel good read for me, and she didn't disappoint this this one! It was the perfect summer read.
In The Summer Book Club, Susan Mallery tells the story of three women—Laurel, Paris, and Cassie—who each face personal challenges in their lives. Looking to find support and connection, they join a local book club, hoping to bond over their shared love of reading.
While the themes of personal growth and friendship shine through, I found myself wishing for more actual book club moments.
Many thanks to NetGalley and Canary Street Press for the opportunity to read The Summer Book Club,
Such a fun and cutesy summer read. I loved one of Susan Mallery’s Christmas novels last year and was so excited when I was able to read an early copy of this book.
This was really a story about second chances in life and love. And what the women did with it.
And yes, it was a light read with serious issues for the women to overcome and recognize their strength along the way. If this appeals to you, it will be a satisfying read.
Susan Mallery knows how to tug on the emotions. Once again she delves into the working relationships and friendships of women from different backgrounds. I truly liked this book and can't wait to read her next.
I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.
This is classic Susan Mallery, which for me means comfort. I know the characters will go through trials and tribulations, but in the end , well if you have read Susan Mallery, you know what the end will be. I have always loved to see how her characters, who don't start with horrible lives, but do seem to grow and mature throughout the book, so that their lives are even better. I liked the story line of Laurel, it kind of explained how people do make money from posting stuff on ebay and what they go through to find, curate, and sell their treasures. I found that the Book Club part of the book was not a major part, it could have been a knitting club or golfing club, but it was the relationship between the three women that shines through the book.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for granting me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book.
This was a wonderful book and I'll be purchasing it for the library!
The story of two friends. Laurel a mother of two girls. Paris unmarried. Their friendship has been for years.
Cassie has been told to move across the country to find herself.
This a really cute story with romance.
Thanks to publisher Canary Street Press and to NetGalley for the ARC.
Susan Mallery delivers another wonderful feel-good story that delivers some amazing characters that I could relate to and a storyline that had me glued tot he pages till the very end. With captivating and relatable characters, fast paced storyline and what' more, a summer book club as main plot line as these characters use messages they find in the books they read to take steps to change their lives in ways they never anticipated.
I always enjoy Susan Mallery's books and her latest book, THE SUMMER BOOK CLUB, delivers all the feels for me. From a lush setting to a cast of characters that kept me entertained, I found this latest book to be one wild ride from start to finish. What I enjoyed the most was Cassie, Paris and Laurel's lives and the changes they go for inspiring as well as intriguing. These very different women bolstered each other and rooted for one another which I found refreshing. If you enjoy a great story filled with intriguing characters and a storyline with a few twists even I didn't see coming, then grab THE SUMMER BOOK CLUB for a perfect beach read. Maybe it will inspire you to form your own Book club with friends and family.
This is an objective review and I received an E-ARC from Netgalley from the publisher for an honest review.
Much like the title, this is a great read is the summer. The story is centered around second chances for a group of friends, especially if you love books about books… this is an adorable beach read.
This was a cute story. I really enjoyed it and I would recommend reading it. My first book by this author was stepsisters and it was great so I definitely wanted to read this one.
I love Susan Mallery novels , they are always written well and they keep me unther her spell until the last word. I have been reading her books for years and I always will. This book is absolutely wonderful and I am very thankful to have received a copy to review. This book was absolutely amazing. I loved the 3 girls, Cassie, Laurel and Paris. I adore their friendship and I loved the theme of the book. This is a perfect summer read while at the beachbir the pool!
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As always, Susan creates relatable characters that you want as your friend. A wonderful storyline about friendship. Laurel and Paris add Cassie to their book club. This year's reads are all about escaping everyday life and demands.. Inspired by each other, the women begin to take chances in life and love. This is a heartwarming story you don't want to miss.
A sweet light pre-summer Beach Read that will put a smile on your heart! Susan Mallery writes tender characters that leave great impressions.
Honestly this book is kind of bonkers. There’s a lot of small details that get exaggerated which I feel like pull you out of the story - one example is someone who has seven degrees?! But then how or why or what they are isn’t explained, and you’re just distracted thinking why did they tell me something so odd about this character that it would only make sense if it was somehow important and yet it isn’t? Also the adults have a lot of outdated views (ie. shaming girls for kissing too many boys). Probably wouldn’t recommend to my fellow millennials or gen z although I could see older readers liking it.
I enjoyed this women's fiction novel featuring three women (at different stages in life) coming together to read classic romance novels and also find ways to move forward with their own lives and futures. A true bonus was being reminded of these older, classic romance reads!
Susan Mallery’s stories always come to life in beautiful ways. This is no exception! Love the plot, the stories, the love that builds and builds. Perfect beach read.
I felt deeply connected to the story. The emotions were literally just a direct result of the incredible reading experience itself. It is such a special talent to be able to create that and Mallery’ story telling is a league of their own.
I rarely find a Susan Mallery book I don't like, and this one was another winner!
I always love the books, set in California, and the ocean of course. For me though, this one was all about the strong female relationships and how these friends helped each other grow and change and embrace new opportunities in their lives. There were tears, and laughter and love and I enjoyed every minute of it.