For the Love of Summer by Susan Mallery

Mira (June 4, 2024)

Contemporary Women’s Fiction

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery comes an unforgettable beach read about the unbreakable bond between mothers and daughters and finding friendship with the unlikeliest person, perfect for fans of Elin Hilderbrand and Emily Giffin…

As the owner of Twisted, Seattle’s best salons, Erica knows that the sharpest cuts come from the people we love. She’s terrified that she’s losing her teen daughter, Summer, to her “other” family, especially to her stepmom, Allison.

All it takes to blow up Allison’s happy life is one collect call. From prison. Her beloved husband, Peter, has been arrested, leaving Allison pregnant, broke, scared and alone with a toddler. But when her stepdaughter ferrets out the truth, the teen rushes to the last person Allison wants to ask for help—her husband’s battle-ax ex.

Erica would do anything for Summer, even take in the woman her daughter loves like a second mom. Allison feels intimidated by Erica—a woman who would never let herself become so dependent on a man. But the more time they spend together, the more Allison realizes what Erica truly needs is a friend. Can two women who married the same man move beyond their complicated past and rethink what it means to be family?

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FOR THE LOVE OF SUMMER by #1 NYT Bestselling romance and women’s fiction author Susan Mallery

REVIEW

Fantastic story! I loved everything about this read. I loved the strength, flaws, and compassion in Erica. Allison had to find herself and she did that with much needed support. Mara (Mother/Grandmother) was full of wisdom and got my high five when she tactfully put teen Allison in her place. Allison is mature for a teen and has a tender heart. Killion is everything Erica needed. The support the women offer is incredible and a great reminder for women to have each other backs. A wonderful read of an unlikely friendship and forming an unusual family. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Comfy Chair Books/Lisa Reigel (June 2, 2024)

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

SUSAN MALLERY is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of novels about the relationships that define women’s lives—family, friendship and romance. Library Journal says, “Mallery is the master of blending emotionally believable characters in realistic situations,” and readers seem to agree—forty million copies of her books have been sold worldwide. Her warm, humorous stories make the world a happier place to live.

Susan grew up in California and now lives in Seattle with her husband. She’s passionate about animal welfare, especially that of the two Ragdoll cats and adorable poodle who think of her as Mom.

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