I loved this book! It was fun to flip briefly between the two narrators. Kelsey and Hayden’s story was sweet and lovely, but Dylan and Georgina’s story was just as enticing to me. I will definitely be going back and reading more Courtney Walsh. She had me crying through the end but it was worth every sentimental tear. Thank you so much to Thomas Nelson and NetGalley for this ALC!

I loved Happy Life Of Isadora Bentley, so I had very high hopes for SOY, but I couldn’t get into it. I never felt pulled in to the story enough to care about what happened to the main characters. I listen to a lot of books & did not care for the audio narrator at all.

3.5⭐️

Kelsey Worthington's life was turned upside the day she got hit by a car. Kelsey was unhappy in her editing job, but this accident opened up a new perspective.. The Summer of Yes. Instead of saying no, she would say YES to the things she would not normally.

In this process, she meets a mentor who is respected and borderline closed off Georgina Tate and her handsome son. Both women go on an amazing journey of self-discovery and to say YES to the things that are uncomfortable. Kelsey and Georgina begin to write the plot to their own stories.

I really loved the relationship between Kelsey and Georgina! I saw both of myself within these two. Heartwarming, and feel good story.

this one hit me in the feels in a big way. I LOVE the title and the cover.

It looks like a sweet, happy, women take on the world story.

And it is, and it has some really quirky and funny moments.

But its the poignant, subtle prompt to look at your own life that gets you.

IF I was looking at three months to live, what would I need to do? What would it take to leave this world knowing I had truly lived? The mentor/mentee vibes are strong and I just wanted to hug them both at different points.

The dual POV gives us both sides of the stories, and the way they both face the need to prioritise their personal lives over work, and how they execute this is well written for each character.

Overall a great read, and one that lingers as we reflect on our own mortality long after the last words were read!

Huge thank you to the author for this gifted copy!

This cover is the epitome of summer happiness. Kelsey starts off as an unhappy workaholic, but her decision to start saying "yes" brings her so much happiness along the way! It's a very joyful and hopefully book with great character arcs, and such the perfect summer read.

I could definitely relate to Kelsey, as I tend to be a people-pleaser at work and am actively trying to say "no" more in my work life so that I can say "yes" more in my personal life. It really resonated!

This is lighthearted romance that brings a bit of charm to the workplace romance genre. The characters are likable, and the storyline is engaging, but it doesn’t quite reach its full potential. The chemistry between the protagonists is enjoyable, but there are moments when the pacing feels uneven, which affects the flow of the story.

While there are several funny and heartwarming scenes, some of the plot points feel predictable, and the character development could have been deeper. Despite these minor issues, Its still enjoyable read for anyone looking for a feel-good romance with a few laughs along the way.

Rating: 3/5

Ah, Courtney Walsh. Can she write a bad book? The answer is no, absolutely not! I think I say this every time I read a book by her, but I just don't understand how it's possible that every book I read by Walsh becomes a new favorite. The Summer of Yes should go in the dictionary as the definition of a perfect summer beach read. It was just so fun and a most lovely escape. I couldn't get enough of the characters and this whole theme of saying yes and living your life, taking risks, and making and sharing memories with those you love/care for. Seriously, I enjoyed every single page of this warm, heartfelt, meaningful, and empowering story! A pure delight in every way, the Summer of Yes is a MUST read!

Many thanks to Thomas Nelson Fiction and Netgalley for the gifted e-copy!

I always enjoy a Courtney Walsh read and this one was really fun with the multigenerational storyline. It was a fun and inspiring read.

It’s one of those books that lifts your spirits. It shows that sometimes you don’t need big, radical changes; the small, daily ones can lead to a complete transformation.

Here, we have something amazing: the decision to say “yes” to life. To not shy away from opportunities, to take what is beautiful from life, and not allow yourself to live in stagnation, chasing only what ultimately doesn’t hold much meaning.

A beautiful story. Funny, joyful, yet with a deeper message. Motivating and proving that it’s never too late to live life your own way.

I loved the theme of saying yes and the idea of an event being a disruptor. I'm new to empty nesting this year, and my kids both being away is definitely a disruptor and an opportunity. So, Kelsey and Georgina's story was a right time, right place story for me. I enjoyed their journeys and I love how it's making me reflect.

4.5 stars rounded up to 5.

Thanks to the publisher for sharing a copy. All opinions are my own.

figures that by the time I finish this it’s fall lol. but 4/5 stars, I loved the story, and I would definitely recommend it as a cute heart-warming read.

I asbolutely LOVED this book! I posted my review a while ago and I am just now sending my submission in. I read this book a little while ago over the summer and I loved it! The storyline was great and the characters played a crucial part in the story.

I absolutely adore anything that Courtney Walsh writes! She is an auto buy author for me. I love how the stories are an escape from the realness of the world and always leave you smiling and wanting more. This story is thought provoking but also full of humor. I always love the characters in Walsh's books. They are so well developed and relatable in some way to the reader. This book caused me to feel a range of emotions and think about many things from my own life but overall, it left me with a feeling of hope. I will absolutely recommend to others and look forward to future titles.

Thank you to the NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC to review. All opinions are my own.

I love Courtney Walsh, she has quickly become one of my favorite authors & this book did not disappoint! I loved the characters so much, and while I couldn’t put this one down, I also didn’t want it to end! 5 stars for me!

Courtney Walsh can literally do no wrong in my mind, and this book no exception. So full of heart, laughter, and honesty. PLEASE PICK THIS BOOK UP.

Thank you, net galley, for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review. I've heard such wonderful things about Courtney Walsh and her writing, and I was so excited to read this one by her! It has the perfect summer vibes. I loved the concept of a "yes summer" and being open and willing to handle whatever comes your way. I also adored the friendship aspect of this book. I will definitely be picking up a few of Walsh's other books after this!

I love a good road trip story. Add in an unlikely friendship that forms as a result and I'm sold. This was a cute premise, although I'm not convinced it was that realistic (I guess you do have to suspend belief when reading sometimes). I just don't think the struggles the two women faced, particularly Georgina (who gives off serious Miranda Priestly vibes), could have been overcome/forgiven that easily. That being said, I liked the banter and back-and-forth between the two women. Once Hayden appeared in the story, it definitely picked up. Overall a sweet read.

This sweet closed door romance makes you consider all the ways your life might just change if you say yes. You’ll root for the main characters as they confront their pasts and build new futures.

** spoiler alert ** It took me way too long to get through this book, which is a clear indicator of how invested I was in it (hint: not very). I was intrigued by the premise, but it just fell flat for me.

My main complaint is one of my biggest reading pet peeves: instalove. The immediate, all-consuming love between Kelsey and Hayden was unrealistic and I would have preferred for Kelsey to have gone on this journey without the external influences and pressure of a romantic relationship. And, while we are on the subject of romantic relationships, I just did not buy the Greatest Love Story Ever Told brought to you by Georgina and Dylan. And do NOT get me started on the Georgina / Hayden relationship, because I might never stop.

2.5 stars rounded up to 3.

Another adorable book that pulls on the heartstrings by Courtney Walsh. The characters were flawed and lovable, my favorite kind. I was immediately pulled into this novel when Georgina and Kelsey met in the hospital, I just knew the two were in for some great shenanigans during their summer of yes, and it didn't disappoint. I love when there is an older prickly character in a book who comes into contact with a younger person that brings out their soft side. One of my favorite tropes! If you are a fan of Arthur Truluv, AJ Fikry, and the like, you will enjoy this one as well.