This title was a nice way to start my summer reading this year. I loved the setting, and the character development was good. The author did a great job of telling the stories of the three sisters separately, but also bringing them together with the family restaurant at the center.

A sweet book about sisters who take over a restaurant left to them upon their grandmother’s passing. This is an easy read, with a nice, upbeat energy about it.

I enjoyed the characters, as well as all of the amazing references to different dishes eaten during the course of the book. Each of the sisters’ lives are full of their own storylines that all interweave together, and their relationships with each other are healthy and positive.

The writing style is simple and easy to understand, while at times a bit basic. Some things felt unrealistic, or certain conversations not true to how people talk, but all in all The Nantucket Restaurant is a sweet read, perfect for a day at the beach.

Thank you to Sourcebooks Landmark for the ARC via NetGalley, all opinions are my own.

The Nantucket Restaurant was sweet, thoughtful and delightful….like a warm hug. Maybe because it is set in Massachusetts and there are so many local references throughout, but something about this book made it feel like coming home.

This book was fast and easily read in one sitting, perfect for a beach read or a palate cleanser. A story of three sisters who have gone their separate ways over the years. When their grandmother passes away, they are surprised to discover that she owns a restaurant on Nantucket that she has left to them. They can keep or sell, but her one stipulation is that the three of them must all work there together for one year before they can make that decision. Each sister is going through her own personal challenges and is forced to navigate and find her way over the course of the year. With the support of family and newfound friends, anything is possible. Will they find their happy endings? You will have to read to find out.

A story of love, family perseverance, this cozy story has a little bit of everything. I found this book to be refreshing and food for the soul.

Thank you to Sourcebooks for the ARC copy of this book to read and review. It was such a charming read.

Another great summer read by Pamela Kelley. I’ve read the previous version and enjoyed the updates. A family secret leads to some wonderful surprises. Three sisters now own a restaurant after the death of their beloved grandmother. Each sister goes through their own issues throughout the story but in the end, each one persevered. Looking forward to the next novel.

Another perfect beach read from Pamela Kelley. Three sisters, all young adults with their own complicated lives and careers, reunite in Nantucket, where they grew up, because their beloved grandmother is ill. When she dies, they get a big surprise. It turns out that the grandmother owned their favorite restaurant on the island, as sort of a secret partner. She leaves the restaurant to the three sisters in her will, with the stipulation that in order to inherit the restaurant, they must stay on the island and work in it for one year. Otherwise, the restaurant will go to Paul, the chef. They collectively decide to go for it, and by working at the restaurant, they work through some of the complications in their own lives. Doing work they love, together as a family, things start to fall into place, and what's most important becomes clear to all of them. A great story!

Although, the premise was hopeful, this book still needs a heavy handed edit. Dialogue heavy, and unblocked untracked character movements leave the reader feeling disjointed. Having two of the three sisters having failed marriages (notice the lack of name use because the characters are so flat and boring I cannot for the life of me tell them apart) is a cop out. This reads like a bad pitch to a really really bad day time tv soap opera with a faithful viewership of only the delusional parents of the z-list cast. If you as a reader have any functioning grey cells left, well, the plot isn't at all surprising.

Another charming novel by Kelley. Imagine finding out you inherited a home and restaurant from your Mimi, with your two sisters. Nantucket is filled with tourist, beach, fabulous seafood and gorgeous scenery. The three sisters live far from each other, but they must work together. The restaurant was a property which the sisters inherit, but must worked together with Paul, who is the executive chef for a year.

Each sister has there own things they are dealing with, which adds to the authenticity of this story.

I was excited to read The Nantucket Restaurant because Nantucket is one of my favorite settings for a story, and I always enjoy books that revolve around restaurants and food. The coastal charm and small-town feel came through beautifully, and the restaurant storyline added an engaging layer.

One part I especially enjoyed was the discovery of a long-held secret from their grandmother after she passed away. It added depth to the story and made the characters' journey even more meaningful. It also made me think about how special it must be to have sisters to share memories, challenges, and new beginnings with.

Overall, this was a warm and enjoyable read with a great setting and strong family themes.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Thank you for sending me this book! DNF at 43%. I loved the plot and the food descriptions in this book. Unfortunately, I felt like the dialogue was stunted and not differentiated between characters. I enjoyed the family dynamic and relationship between the three sisters, but I felt like the description of the plot and circumstances was very straightforward and read like a transcript versus a novel. I typically finish every book I read, but I was not able to pass through the dialogue of this book.

Comfort food and a comfort read: The Nantucket Restaurant is an easy, predictable read that has a feel-good vibe. Set in Nantucket, three sisters each at a crossroad in her life together inherit a restaurant, but it comes with conditions. To keep it, they must live in Nantucket and work in the restaurant for a year. Nothing surprising here, but I liked the characters and loved the recipes imbedded into the book.

Thanks to Sourcebooks Landmark and NetGalley for the advanced reader copy. I enjoyed this fast, light read.

What a great read! Pamela Kelley's stories never disappoints me. Never!
I loved every minute of being back on Nantucket again. It felt like I've never left!
I really enjoyed in getting to know the 3 sisters too.
And the food! Oh my! Enough to make you drool for sure!
There's hope, reconciliation and love among these three.
5 stars for a job well done and for keeping me interested all the way through. Such a beautiful story. I highly recommend
My thanks for a copy of this book. I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.

Three sisters and an inheritance in a restaurant on Nantucket. You couldn’t find a better subject for a book. You will love this story.
it will be hard to put it down. Happy reading!

Nantucket in the title got me. I love novels about Nantucket. This was a fun novel to read. Family, food and a few problems what's not to like

Three sisters, each at her own crossroads in life, inherit a Nantucket restaurant and must work together for one year before they can move on. Each sister must navigate their own path to happiness in this was a quick, cozy read. Loveable characters, small beach town charm, and gorgeous food descriptions. Perfect for those looking for a read with hope, healing and second chances.

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebook Landmark for the e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

This was my first book by Pamela Kelley, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The Nantucket Restaurant is a heartfelt story centered around three sisters who unexpectedly inherit a restaurant on Nantucket. Their journey brings them back to the island for a year, rekindling family bonds and uncovering old emotions. At the heart of the story is Mimi’s Place, the beloved restaurant they now co-own, left to them by their late grandmother. It's a touching tale of love, loss, heartbreak, and fresh starts—a perfect beach read set against the charming backdrop of Nantucket.

Pamela Kelley has long been one of my go-to authors when I want to be whisked away to charming seaside towns filled with heart, hope, and home-cooked meals—and The Nantucket Restaurant delivers all that and more. This story is a cozy, character-driven tale of three sisters thrown together under surprising circumstances, and it’s exactly the kind of beach read I crave when I want a feel-good story with emotional depth.

The plot kicks off when Mandy, Jill, and Emma O’Toole return to their childhood island of Nantucket following the death of their beloved grandmother. Grief brings them home—but it’s not the only thing waiting for them. To their shock, they discover that their grandmother was the silent owner of Mimi’s Place, a beloved local restaurant they had no idea she even owned. Her final wish? That the sisters—along with longtime executive chef Paul—run the restaurant together for one full year before making any decisions about its future.

And so begins a heartfelt journey of grief, rediscovery, and reinvention.

Each sister arrives at Mimi’s with her own emotional baggage: Mandy, the only one still living on the island, is restless and searching for more. Jill, career-driven and successful in New York, finds herself torn between obligation and identity. And Emma, newly separated, sees this as a fresh start she didn’t know she needed. Kelley’s strength is in how she makes these women feel real—flawed, hopeful, and trying their best even when life feels uncertain.

As they fumble their way through learning the ropes of restaurant ownership (spoiler: it’s harder than it looks), the story unfolds with gentle humor, touching moments, and the kind of vivid, sensory-rich writing that makes Nantucket come alive on the page. Kelley captures the rhythms of a coastal town beautifully—from early morning deliveries to lunch rushes, from town gossip to romantic sparks—while also exploring deeper themes of grief, family obligation, and finding one’s place in the world.

Paul, the head chef, is also a standout character—gruff but loyal, protective of Mimi’s Place, and not too keen on the sudden co-ownership dynamic. Watching the sisters and Paul figure each other out while preserving their grandmother’s legacy adds heart and humor to the story.

What I loved most about this book is its underlying optimism. Yes, there are challenges—financial setbacks, sibling tension, self-doubt—but there’s also so much hope and warmth. Kelley doesn’t rush her characters’ arcs; instead, she gives them room to breathe, stumble, and grow. By the end, you’ve watched each of these women transform—not into perfect versions of themselves, but into more honest, grounded, and connected individuals.

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Final Thoughts:
The Nantucket Restaurant is a celebration of family in all its messy, meaningful glory. It’s about the power of starting over at any age, the strength that comes from working through the hard stuff, and the joy of discovering that maybe—just maybe—what you thought you wanted wasn’t what you needed after all.

This novel is perfect for fans of Elin Hilderbrand, Jenny Hale, or anyone looking for a comfort read that still delivers emotional growth and satisfying resolution. Pour yourself an iced coffee (or a glass of wine), curl up somewhere sunny, and prepare to fall in love with Mimi’s Place.

Recommended if you love:
• Sister stories
• Foodie fiction with cozy details
• Beach-town settings
• Second chances & fresh starts
• Stories about legacy, love, and letting go

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC for my honest review. I love her books. This story is about three sisters, Emma, Jill and Mandy. Their grandmother passes away and leaves them and the head chef, her restaurant, MiMi’s Place which they had no idea she owned. However her stipulation is that they all agree to honor her wishes and work there for the next year and see how things go. There is a lot going on in this story but I really enjoyed following their journeys through all their changes. This book has sadness, romance, and Joy. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend.

Pamela Kelley’s The Nantucket Restaurant is a charming novel that offers an easy, feel-good escape into the world of family, food, and second chances. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Nantucket, the book serves up a comforting blend of coastal charm, familial drama, and a dash of romance.. but it doesn’t quite reach the emotional depth or tension that could have elevated it beyond a cozy read.

The story follows sisters navigating the challenges of running a family-owned restaurant. Kelley’s "warmth" is present throughout, and her descriptions of the food and scenery are cozy and inviting. You can practically smell the seafood and feel the sea breeze on your face.

Character wise, the cast is likable, if somewhat predictable - which isn't a bad thing.. it's comforting. Each family member has their own subplot..from rekindling old flames to grappling with personal identity. Some of the emotional moments, particularly around family dynamics and past regrets, give us hints at possibly deeper stories to explore.

The pacing is steady and the stakes remain relatively low, which it makes for a relaxing read. There’s a sense that more could have been explored, especially when it comes to character growth and the complexities of running a business with loved ones, but the hint of it is there.

Fans of coastal cozy stories will enjoy familiar settings and themes, and readers looking for a gentle, heartwarming story will find plenty to enjoy.

The Nantucket Restaurant is a satisfying cozy read (that I enjoyed laying in my yard).. its the perfect read for a lazy afternoon when you're craving a literary comfort and food fix.

Thank you to Pamela Kelley for this coastal tale and to Sourcebooks & Netgalley for this mini vacation!

I received a free copy of, The Nantucket Restaurant, by Pamela Kelley, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Jill, Emma, and Mandy are sisters. They inherited a restaurant on Nantucket, after their grandmother passed away, along with the sisters the Paul the chef of the restaurant has inherited the restaurant as well. This was a nice read,nothing better than sisters, in a beautiful, location with great food.

📚✨ 𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪 ✨📚
The Nantucket Restaurant by Pamela Kelley

🏷️ Women's Fiction • Family Drama • Second Chances • Coastal Charm

“Three sisters. One restaurant. A year to change everything.”

Pamela Kelley delivers another perfect beach read in The Nantucket Restaurant, a heartwarming and uplifting story about family, legacy, and the power of starting over—at any age.

After the death of their beloved grandmother, three sisters—Mandy, Jill, and Emma—inherit Mimi’s Place, a beloved but outdated Nantucket restaurant. There’s a catch: they must run it for a year before they can make any decisions about selling. Oh—and they share ownership with Paul, the longtime head chef who isn’t exactly thrilled about the change in management.

What follows is a feel-good, slice-of-life journey as the sisters confront personal crossroads, rekindle their bond, and breathe new life into Mimi’s Place. There’s romance, career shifts, and emotional growth woven into a cozy Nantucket setting that’ll make you want to pack your bags and move there.

💛 Perfect for readers who enjoy:
🍴 Restaurants & foodie vibes
🏠 Small-town charm
👭 Sisterhood & found family
💔 Healing from heartbreak
🛠️ Reinvention and self-discovery
📍 Set in beautiful Nantucket

This book is for the Elin Hilderbrand fans and anyone who loves a story about women finding their strength and purpose—together.

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