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Erica had been badly hurt by her husband divorcing her and shattered her confidence in men. Allison discovered that her husband was a criminal. An unlikely friendship developed between the two as they worked through Allison's dilemma. Also finally Erica was able to admit her feelings for Killian. A fantastic novel by Susan Mallery and a highly recommended read.

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I enjoyed reading this, though I didn’t feel it to be too real/relatable. As someone who has split from a husband, despite the love I have for my children, I wouldn’t find myself offering this much for his new wife. That being said, I really enjoyed the story line and thought it was a great story overall.

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Susan Mallery’s For the Love of Summer is a beautiful ode to the magic of summer, love, and new beginnings. Set against the sun-soaked backdrop of a charming small town, this novel is everything you could hope for in a perfect summer read—full of heart, warmth, and characters you can’t help but root for.

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This was such a sweet book! I loved the characters and how they were all there for each other. this was definitely a tear-jerker.

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This was a sweet read, but it didn’t quite hit the mark for me. I usually look forward to Susan Mallory’s books, but this one wasn’t a favorite. Despite the summery title, it doesn’t have the light, breezy vibe I’d expect for a beach read. At times, the story felt a bit drawn out and repetitive. However, I did appreciate the focus on women supporting one another, which added a nice touch. Overall, it’s a pleasant read, just not one that stood out for me.

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Susan has become one of those authors I can turn to when I need a story with a little drama and some steamy love vibes, I instantly felt I was right on the beach and back in summer. I love the dynamic between all the women. So beautiful.

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Great summer read and one of Mallery’s most likable leads. Read this if you want to get good Seattle codes and connect to the characters on a deeper level. Honestly any fans of Susan Mallery will love this one.

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I love Susan Mallory, and everything she writes! The perfect summer read, and the perfect characters, at the perfect setting! Loved it!

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I had enjoyed reading several of Susan Mallery's books in the past, so I was eager to start For the Love of Summer. Fortunately, my expectations were met, and what's more, I was really impressed by the inventiveness of this completely new interpretation of what family truly means. Although I doubt very many individuals would be able to accomplish what Erica does in this book and walk in her shoes, it worked for the novel and truly drew me into the lives and difficulties of the characters. It's a book that I wholeheartedly suggest reading if you're searching for something unusual and genuinely thought-provoking.

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This book was completely different than the vibe I got from the cover! My bad, I didn’t read the blurb! But, it was great! Really good! A story about independent women and women learning to be independent. Full of emotion and real life feelings. If you’re looking for a non-romance based read, check this one out!

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I very strongly identified with Erica as an independent woman who dislikes asking for help and comes across as cold in an attempt to protect herself. There were times that my empathy for Erica turned into indignance on her behalf and I found myself harshly judging Allison and Summer. Wow, I would not survive having a teenage daughter.

All this to say, I loved the book and was surprised at how strongly I reacted at times. There is more of a dramatic/emotional tone than I anticipated and I would highly recommend!

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This is a good book. This story has four women, three are grandmother, mother and daughter, the other is a stepmother. The stepmother is pregnant with her second child, when she finds out her husband has been arrested. The stepmother’s husband was the mother’s ex husband. The daughter is stressing out about the stepmother with no money, the place where she lives is being sold. So the daughter ask the mother if they can move in. She says yes and they move in. The learn about family and love.

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Erica is a successful businesswoman and owner of one of Seattle's most successful salon chains, Twisted. She has it all together. Except when it comes to her teenage daughter Summer, whose relationship with her stepmom, Allison, has her envious. That all comes to a head when Allison's husband, and Erica's ex, is arrested leaving a pregnant Allison on her own with a toddler. At Summer's behest, Erica begrudgingly steps in to help support Allison and her young son in their time of need.

In "For the Love of Summer", Susan Mallery does what she does best, tells stories of women supporting one another above all else. This was an uplifting read and another captivating story from Susan Mallery. This book definitely goes above and beyond its "Beach Read" status.

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Susan Mallery is one of those authors that are always a go-to for me. I will pick one of her books to read without even reading to see what it is about, because I know I will love it. Not surprisingly, that is what happened with this one, too.

Right from the beginning, I was pulled in to this book, and enjoyed reading every page. The characters were compelling and the story was original and not the typical storyline. A wife, an ex-wife, the man they both married who is now in prison, and the teenage daughter whose love and compassion brings all of their lives together in a much stronger and closer way than it ever was.

A great and easy read about women, family, and relationships. Highly recommended.

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Great beach read. Can two women who were married to the same man come together to help a teenaged girl find herself. Love the setting in Seattle and the Twisted.Salons. Every woman can picture the day to day in a hair salon.

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To me, the author and summer go hand in hand. I felt this one was a bit of a departure from the authors usual and was heavy on the emotional. I loved the strong female leads! Women supporting women is a trope I will always get behind. It didn’t feel at all realistic, but it was a fun story. My thanks to the publisher for the advance reader in exchange for my honest review.

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I always love Susan Mallory books and this one did not disappoint. Her books are so well written. It feels like you are connecting with old friends. She develops the characters in such a comfortable way.

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I LOVE me some Susan Mallery!! If you love family drama, beach reads, and women kicking ass then you will love this book!!

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I received an ARC of this book from Netgalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing in exchange for an honest review.

This is a story about women and what they will do for those they love. The main female characters are inspiring, flawed, and lovable. You will be rooting for all of them.

I do have some questions about Alison:

1. Her age! I had to keep reminding myself that she is supposed to be 34. A lot of her behavior made her seem more like a young adult, maybe early 20s.

2. Is she dumb or just blinded by love? She didn't seem dumb, but definitely naive. How did she not catch on to Peter saying things like "I thought I had more time" and hiding money in his clothes for her? Those should've been dead giveaways that his arrest was not a misunderstanding and that he knew it was coming. And then using the money dropped off my some random guy?! Clearly that money was not obtained legally.

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The storyline for this book was very clever and interesting. I'm not sure if I could have opened my heart and home to an ex-husband's wife and family. I'm just glad it worked out for Erica and Allison. I liked how Erica's relationship with her daughter Summer deepened as they worked together to meet the needs of Allison, Jackson, and baby Bethany. It was amazing to watch Erica's transformation from being cold-hearted to becoming a mentor and good friend to Allison. Erica was able to do some amazing things to help Allison's life situation become better. Erica was then able to let go of the pain from her marriage with Peter and open her heart to Killion who was the perfect match for Erica. The ending was my favorite part of the book. It was so touching, I also liked that the book included discussion questions for book clubs and a recipe for Creamy Shrimp Scampi with Vegetables. Who doesn't like a book with a recipe? This book makes a great summer read!

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!

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