Infinity ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️could not love this slow starting love story that I almost gave up on. Scooter and Ali are my favorite couple. This story surprised me and made me laugh and cry.

*Summer Romance* is a breezy, heartwarming tale of second chances, self-discovery, and the messy joy of falling in love when you least expect it. Annabel Monaghan blends humor and heart with effortless charm, delivering a feel-good story that’s as refreshing as a dip in the ocean. It’s the perfect companion for lazy afternoons and hopeful hearts.

Relatable heroine: Ali Morris is a professional organizer whose own life is in disarray—grieving her mother, finalizing a divorce, and raising three kids. Her journey toward rediscovery is both funny and heartfelt. The small-town Long Island Sound backdrop adds cozy, summery vibes that make it perfect for beach reading. The meet-cute with Ethan (involving a dog and a very unfortunate shoe incident) kicks off a slow-burn, closed-door romance that’s tender and believable.

Thank you to NetGalley and G.P. Putnam's Sons for this ARC!

Such a cute, sweet summer love story. All the characters were fun and easy to love (minus Pete!)but our main characters Ali and Ethan were too precious. I especially loved the growth Ali experienced and the voice she found to speak up for herself. Being a dog mom, I really enjoyed the dog’s role in the story. I smiled and let out a few giggles reading this one.

Ali recently lost her mother and now she finds herself in the midst of a divorce. Her life is chaos! The morning she decides to wake up to put on pants with a zipper and remove her wedding, is the same day she runs into Ethan at the dog park. Literally, her dog marks his territory and of course Ali is mortified. Ethan smiles at her despite being peed on, a smile that goes straight to her heart. With her crazy life around her, the last thing she needed was to add a new relationship to the mix. But a summer romance could be fun, right?

This was a fun, sweet, and easy summer read. It would make the perfect poolside book for anyone who loves a good romance with little spice. It’s such a vibe!

Thank you to @putnambooks and @netgalley for the #gifted copy of this book.

Rating: 4.5/5⭐️

“You can’t just keep doing what you’re doing and wait for it to turn into something happy. You kind of have to look for the happy things along the way.”

Summary: Despite being a professional organizer for others, Ali Morris's life is anything but organized. She is still lost without her mother, who died 2 years ago and has been living a half-life since her husband left a year ago. When she finally decides to put on pants with hardware, she suddenly meets someone at the dog park, of all places. But can Ali's heart handle more than a summer romance?

My Thoughts: Oh this was just the book I needed to start my summer. In some ways, I could relate to Ali, since I'm also an overwhelmed mom of 3 who enjoys wearing non-hard pants. The growth that Ali made throughout this book was beautiful to watch unfold as she discovered who she is now, not trying to be the person she was in the past. I loved the found family she surrounded herself with, especially since her husband left. They gave her the moments to grow in her way but were always there helping her on her journey.

The gradual relationship between Ethan and Ali was just perfect, especially since they're meet-cute started with her dog peeing on him. I loved the twists in this book (but I'll keep those a secret). Ethan was the perfect person to help Ali follow her new dreams and discover who she is now. Ethan's kind heart was also exactly what Ali and her children needed, and I loved what he did for the kids at his skate park. Also, his hilarious outfits were a highlight for me throughout the book.

This is a summer must-read because it has it all: a HEA, some tears, twists and turns, and moments that just make you laugh out loud. Do not miss out on this one!

What You'll Find:
👩Single Mom
💖Finding Yourself
🔥Forced Proximity
💜Late 30s FMC
🤩Swoony MMC

☀️💕 Book Review: Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan 💕☀️

Light, lively, and irresistibly charming, Summer Romance is the perfect feel-good read for anyone dreaming of sun-soaked days and swoony nights. Annabel Monaghan delivers a sweet and sexy love story that’s bursting with heart and laughter.

What it’s about:
When Jamie’s summer plans take an unexpected turn, she finds herself falling for the charming and enigmatic Tom. Between beach parties, late-night talks, and stolen kisses, sparks fly—but will this summer fling last beyond the season?

Tropes You’ll Love:
🌴 Summer fling
🔥 Opposites attract
💞 Slow-burn romance
😄 Witty banter
☀️ Feel-good vibes

If you crave a lighthearted romance full of sunshine, sweet moments, and swoon-worthy chemistry, Summer Romance is your perfect summer escape.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

#SummerRomance #AnnabelMonaghan #SummerReads #FeelGoodRomance #OppositesAttract #Bookstagram #RomanceReaders #BookReview

If you’re looking for a book that will leave you smiling and thinking about summer love long after you’ve turned the last page, Summer Romance is a great pick.

Summer Romance had everything I want in a light summer romance - likable main characters, witty banter/great chemistry, and a great location.

The main characters were so vulnerable and the romance also felt so real and sweet - there were real life issues but none of the problems (grief over the loss of her mother, divorce) seemed contrived. The characters deal with issues in a more mature way and there is a lot of personal growth along with the romantic growth.

The town and the secondary characters reminded me a bit of Stars Hallow from Gilmore Girls. People knew you, it was a quaint coastal town and her bestie ran the local diner. All the characters were so charming from her quirky, elderly next door neighbor to the dogs (who played a part in the meet cute).

I could not put this down, it was utterly readable and such a charming story.

Oh my goodness. This book was so sweet. Ali and Ethan are adorable together and I loved reading . I am a sucker for books where he falls first and when the FMC navigates grief. I loved seeing Ali’s growth and navigating the loss of her mother and her marriage.

I really enjoyed this book! I felt like the FMC, Ali, was just extremely relatable and is currently living a very realistic life. She had real problems and real challenges in her life that I think a lot of people can relate to at least some aspects of.

This book truly was a joy to read, and I’d love to continue reading books by Annabel Monaghan in the future.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with an advance copy of Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan in exchange for my honest review and opinion. This book is one of the best books I've read in a really long time. Seriously, this is the best summer book ever! Do yourself a favor and read this the first chance you get - I promise you will thank you me later!

I just finished Summer Romance by Annabelle Monaghan and I absolutely loved it. It’s one of those books that’s easy to fall into—funny, sweet, and full of charm.

Ali and Ethan are super relatable, and the romance had just the right amount of tension and spark. I found myself grinning at the banter and really rooting for the characters. It’s got that perfect mix of lighthearted moments and emotional depth without ever feeling too heavy.

Annabelle Monaghan has such a great voice—her writing is sharp but warm, and everything just flows. If you’re in the mood for a feel-good love story with likable characters and a ton of heart, this one totally delivers.

Ali has been in a rut for a very long time. Two years ago, her mother passed away. A year ago, her husband left her. This summer, she's ready to change things. Enter Ethan, the hot guy she met at the dog park, when her dog peed on his leg. What's the harm in a summer romance? This book was so good! I've had it for over a year, but I couldn't read it until now, since it dealt so much with the loss of a parent. I'm glad I waited, because I really appreciate the way Monaghan dealt with grief, moving on, and figuring out who you want to be, even in the middle of your life. Annabel Monaghan has become an auto-read author for me!

Annabel Monaghan does it again! I’ve loved her past books — they’re reliably warm, witty, and full of heart — and Summer Romance absolutely lives up to that reputation. It’s everything you want in a summer read: charming, smart, funny, and full of swoon-worthy moments. There’s something so comforting about her storytelling, like catching up with a best friend. Another favorite I’ll be happily recommending!

Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan is a cozy, feel-good story that’s all about second chances, healing, and figuring out life when it feels like everything’s gone sideways. It follows Ali, a professional organizer whose own life is a bit of a mess after a divorce and the loss of her mom—but things start to shift when she meets a sweet, unexpected guy at the dog park. The romance is warm and slow-building, but the real heart of the book is Ali’s journey—learning to let go, open up, and enjoy the messy, beautiful parts of life again. It’s got just the right mix of humor, emotion, and charm, with characters you’ll want to root for. If you’re into stories about starting over, falling in love later in life, and finding joy in everyday moments.

This was so disappointing because I loved Nora Goes Off Script, but the FMC was cringey, the MMC was flat as a character, and their relationship would not have ended in a happily ever after.

Ali gives off “boy mom” vibes and not in a good way and she was going through something when she decided to hop on a skateboard for the first time because she had a crush. Not to mention her new skateboarding boyfriend is also her LAWYER. The whole thing screams ethics violation and my attorney brain could not get on board with it. God forbid a girl get her shit together without needing a man.

I do however always love a woman getting back at her annoying ex.

Thank you Penguin Group Putnam and NetGalley for the advanced reader copy.

I really enjoyed this romance. While the main character was a little weird for talking to her mother, I definitely enjoyed the slow and realistic romance between the two main characters. I had heard great things about this and I'm glad I enjoyed it.

In general I really enjoyed this one. Fun summer read, I liked that the FMC was older and the friends brother twist was fun!

Would recommend to friends looking for a fun summer read!

Ali has been walking in a daze for two years wearing sweatpants and not really dressing for much. Her mother passed away and her marriage is ending and she’s just getting by. Ali is able to organize everyone else’s life but her own. All of a sudden she meets Ethan and it changes everything.

I enjoyed this heartfelt read because sometimes we close ourselves off because we don’t want to get hurt.

Thank you #NetGalley for the advance copy.

A new comfort read for me to recommend: and adult romance featuring a recently divorced women trying to piece her life back together after the deaths of her mother and her marriage while trying her best to keep things normal for her children. Ali fights her attraction to an old acquaintance from high school. Ethan’s enduring sweetness and quest to get to know her is relentless. I find reading about finding love after divorce relatable—it isn’t easy or quick, especially when children are involved! The author took great care and attention to this, having the plot and the romance between the main characters move appropriately to the circumstances (and she created a cool villain too with the ex-husband!).