Swept Away by Beth O'Leary: Review

It is not often I run across a book that begs you to keep reading no matter what else you are supposed to be doing. This story was one of those books for me. I had to finish it and was it worth it!

Check out my thoughts below on this new release coming this spring.

Swept Away by Beth O’Leary
Publisher: ‎ Berkley
Pub Date: April 1, 2025
ISBN-13 : ‎ 978-0593640142

SYNOPSIS:
What if you were lost at sea…with your one-night stand?

Zeke and Lexi thought it would just be a night of fun. They had no intentions of seeing each other again. Zeke is only in town for the weekend to buy back his late father’s houseboat. Lexi has no time for dating when she needs to help take care of her best friend’s daughter.

Going back home with a stranger seems like a perfect escape from their problems. But a miscommunication in the dark, foggy night means no one tied the houseboat to the dock. The next morning, Zeke and Lexi realize all they can see is miles and miles of water.

With just a few provisions on the idle boat, Zeke and Lexi must figure out how to get back home. But aside from their survival, they’re facing another challenge. Because when you’re stuck together for days on end, it gives you a lot of time to get to know someone—and to fall in love with them.

Swept Away by Beth O’Leary Review

This author is a first-time read for me and what a story to start our introduction. Not only is the title perfect for the story, but it also explains how it made me feel as well.

Crazy plot but it worked so well. The author nailed it with the off-and-on feelings, the awkwardness, and the way they end up working together. I fell in love with this story as the characters fell in love with each other.

The amazing descriptions sweep you along and the balance between the characters is perfect. The age gap and the push-pull add the needed elements to the story. Plus, O’Leary adds the bit of angst at the end that rachets up the intensity even more.

Swept Away is romantic, sweet, adventurous, thrilling, and a totally addictive story. It is inventive and rich with detail – so worth the read!

5 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.