I love anthologies. They are such an efficient way to read a book, or three or five! I’m excited to be able to review this upcoming release with some powerhouse authors.
This collection is a wonderful combination that is perfect for your summer reads. Continue on for my thoughts below.
Suddenly This Summer by Susan Mallery; Synithia Williams; Stefanie London
Publisher: Canary Street Press; Original edition
Publication Date: August 22, 2023
ISBN-13: 978-1335004871
SYNOPSIS:
Nothing is sweeter than the first kiss of summer…
Say You’ll Stay by Susan Mallery
Shaye Harper has sworn off men for good. But when she meets army vet Lawson Easley during a pit stop on the road to a fresh start, she’s drawn in by the quirky town—and the handsome stranger she can’t resist. Lawson knows there’s no place better than Wishing Tree. Too bad the woman he’s certain is “the one” is just passing through…unless he can convince her to give him and his hometown a chance at forever.
This Time for Keeps by Synithia Williams
Home to care for her ailing father, Michaela Spears is on a mission: reconcile with the one man she can’t forget. She broke his heart years ago, so when Khalil appears on her parents’ doorstep in his scrubs, she knows it’s her last chance. Khalil Davenport shouldn’t have taken the job as her dad’s home nurse, but he couldn’t resist her. Their timing was never right, but now can he trust that she’s home to stay?
Best Man Next Door by Stefanie London
For Sage Nilsen, coming back to her small Massachusetts hometown for a family wedding feels like high school all over again. Except Jamie Hackett has gone from charming boy next door to handsome best man. And sparks are suddenly flying between the popular guy and the so-called outcast. As the wedding gets closer, Sage finds herself on the edge of something unexpected—a second chance in the town she left behind…with the guy she’s never forgotten.
Suddenly This Summer by Susan Mallery; Synithia Williams; Stefanie London Review
Susan Mallory is one of my go-to authors when I want a wonderful, warm-hearted contemporary romance. Her stories are women’s fiction with the romance element so it becomes a cozy romance built in a small town.
This book is based on one of her previous stories set in Wishing Tree, a wonderful, feel-good setting where everyone knows you and welcomes strangers with open arms.
I just love her storytelling gift and her characters shine in the story. They’re just warm and fuzzy all over. This story offers a beautiful balance of friends, family, community, and a growing romance.
Love this one! 4 STARS!
The next story is by Synithia Williams. This is a first-time read for me by this author.
This story brings a second-chance romance to the forefront with a warm story that gives us lessons on working smarter to gain precious time for life and love. I really enjoyed the character development and the delicate balancing act facing many with again parents and building a life for yourself too.
A sweet read with a lovely HEA. 3 STARS!
The last story is by Julia London who also is a wonderful women’s fiction/contemporary romance author. I love the story as she brings us a supportive and sweet second-chance romance with a bit of sexy appeal to it.
I have read several of London’s books before and love her stories so this was a special treat! A fun, sweet story. I was definitely digging the romance!
4 STARS!
Overall, this is a great collection of stories that will be perfect for a quick taste of romance without having to dive into a full-length novel. The authors are strong and gifted, and each one also offers a little taste of their next upcoming release as a teaser.
Overall – 4 stars!
Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.
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