This was a really lovely summer read that made for a fast read. I really loved the dynamics between Nora, Ivy and Blaze - they were a great set of characters to follow and made for a very fun story. Nora was an admirable character, being a high school counsellor can't be an easy job, however she was an absolute pro and I would love her as my own counsellor. Ivy was an extremely misunderstood teenager going through a lot of grief and change, who I really enjoyed following in her growth. Blaze was a charming character and I found his career as a music producer really intriguing, especially now having to balance a 17-year-old daughter who wanted nothing to do with him, whilst also coping with his own grief alongside everything. The beach getaway for Nora and her Gram was chaotic to say the least, but the location sounded extremely dreamy and now I'm craving some more summer reads from Jenny, time to dive into the backlog!

I like Jenny Hale's style of writing romance. She has good characters with real life problems and common sense to solve them with help from their friends. Nora is a high school guidance counselor looking forward to summer break. But when new student Ivy single hand disrupts the entire school Nora is at wits end. Ivy's dad tries but is busy as a music producer. Nora is enjoying her summer retreat on the gold coast when Ivy and Nick knock at her door. Nora and her grandmother agree to help with Ivy and Nick bond. A good story with romance and multi generational ideas and wisdom.

I didn't love this one, sorry, just not my cup of tea. Ran out of steam with it halfway through and although I keep going back to try and pick it up again, I think I'm going to abandon it. Too schmaltzy for me!

Thank you net galley & #HarpethRoadPress for the eArc of the book.

A nice beach read with a heartwarming ending. The kind of story with prince charming and Cinderella. A clean read offering hope & happiness.

I loved this book, it was the perfect quick read to get you in the mood for summer. This is my first Jenny Hale book but definitely won’t be my last!

what a great read! i haven't read anything by this author before and this was a pleasant surprise. i loved the writing and characters. the plot was intriguing and addictive. really fantastic read for the summer

This is a must read! Sometimes life throws curves at us and we don’t know what do to. This is that story from every angle. Fall in love with the characters and root for them from page 1! You won’t be disappointed

Jenny Hale is one of my favorite authors. I really enjoyed reading Out of the Blue, although it wasn't my favorite book she's written. Although I liked the dynamic between the three main characters being a high school guidance counselor, a music producer, and his daughter, I didn't love the characters themselves. A little bit of drama with the characters provided some interesting developments in the story and kept me wanting to read more. Overall, this is another sweet, wholesome story by Jenny Hale that would make a great vacation read.

Thank you to NetGalley for this eARC. All opinions are my own.

This was a fun, light summer read. Nora is a school counseled who takes a special interest in a struggling student. When summer break comes and she goes away with her Gram to the beach, an unexpected visitor arrives and changes the entire trip.

I would have liked more romance and more depth with Nora and her history. Overall, it was an enjoyable story to read.

While I enjoy Jenny Hale as an author, I found this book not to be one of my favorites. The main character I am guessing Nora seemed to be lacking, I kept waiting for some pivotal moment, I never got it, Ivy who maybe was another main character went from troubled to boom okay, I felt like chunks of the story were missing. I struggled I guess I wanted more. Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.

Out of the Blue by Jenny Hale is a must-read, feel-good summer romance perfect for the beach. The story centers around Nora Jenkins, a high school guidance counselor who’s helping a troubled teenager, Ivy Ryman, cope with the loss of her mother and the challenges of her father’s demanding career. Blaze Ryman, a music producer, struggles to connect with his daughter.

When school lets out, Nora and her grandmother head to the Gulf Coast for some much-needed sunshine and rest. But when some unexpected guests arrive, her well-laid plans are quickly turned upside down.

What I loved most about this book was the relationship between Nora and her grandmother. It reminded me of the summers I spent with mine on the Jersey Shore. I also appreciated the connection between Nora, Ivy, and Blaze. It felt authentic and relatable. The romance between Blaze and Nora was believable, and I rooted for them throughout the story.

I read this book in just a couple of days. It was the perfect way to kick off the summer.

Out of the Blue by Jenny Hale is a sweet and emotional story about love, family, and new beginnings. Nora, a school counselor, is helping Ivy, a student who is dealing with the loss of her mother. Ivy’s father, Blaze, is a famous music producer who doesn’t know how to connect with his daughter. When Nora goes on vacation to the beach, she’s meets Blaze and Ivy when they unexpectedly show up on her doorstep. As the three of them spend time together by the sea, Nora helps them heal.. This is a warm and feel-good book, perfect for summer reading. The way Hale describes the beautiful setting, you might feel like you actually are on the beach….and who doesn’t want that at summertime?!

Out of the Blue is a perfect, feel-good beach read. Nora is a high school guidance counselor who finds herself invested in her student Ivy's difficult family dynamics. After the school year ends, she takes a long awaited trip to the Gulf Coast with her grandmother and Ivy unexpectedly shows up with her famous father Blaze close behind. Nora finds herself getting closer to the family but then things get complicated.

This is a love story but it doesn't follow the traditional romance formula. Nora and Blaze's relationship is only part of the story. I loved reading about Nora getting stronger and questioning her life choices as we all do and pushing herself to have new experiences. The character growth in this book is strong.

Jenny Hale's Out of the Blue offers a delightful escape to the sunny Gulf Coast, where a planned tranquil summer takes an unexpected, and romantic, turn. We meet Nora Jenkins, a dedicated high school guidance counselor whose hands are full with her new student, Ivy Ryman. Ivy has been causing quite a stir at Oakland High, a challenge compounded by her father, music producer Blaze Ryman, who struggles to manage his daughter amid his demanding career. Nora, however, has a soft spot for Ivy, understanding the struggles of a girl who has lost her mother and is now living with her "mega-famous" dad.

As summer break finally arrives, Nora eagerly anticipates a much-needed retreat to the turquoise waters of the Gulf Coast, dreaming of sparkling surf and relaxing cocktails on the beach. Her wish for peace is about to come true—until Ivy and Blaze unexpectedly appear at her beachfront doorstep. Hale masterfully sets the stage for a heartwarming story of unexpected connections, showing how life's most surprising moments can arrive "out of the blue," bringing with them the promise of new beginnings and blossoming romance.

Out of the Blue was a perfect "clean" romance. Jenny Hale tells a simple romance so well. A lost surly, rebellious teenager, her famous and also lost father meet her school counselor Nora who starts healing them and also herself. Beachy, summery and heartfelt! A lovely novel

Very cozy, feel good vibes. I enjoy many of Jenny Shakes books, for they are realistic to daily struggles and uplifts the spirit.

I loved this story! I loved the relationship between the school counselor, Nora, and her student, Ivy, who is struggling over the death of her mom and being moved to live with her estranged dad.
I was very moved by the therapy side of this.story and how grief was dealt with. I also liked the budding romance between Nora and Ivy’s dad; although it was very predictable.
This is a short and fast read perfect for a summer read.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this book. Once I started it I didn't want to put it down. I recommend that if you haven't read it yet you should.

I loved this story, I felt so invested in the characters and just couldn’t put it down reading it nearly in one sitting. Not only was it a great story but it left me feeling motivated and inspired to love life to the full and make the most of every moment.

Thank you for the Author, Publisher and NetGalley UK for a free ebook in exchange for an honest review.

This was a fantastic novel about the different stages of life, how we impact and help one another. This made me want to hug my child tightly and dread the days of the teenage years, but also hope to have a community of support around me for when that time comes. This was a great summer/beach read with thought provoking themes and of course some slight romance that is out of the blue!