The Sandy Page Bookshop by Hannah McKinnon: Review

If there is one type of genre that I love, it is the beach reads. Okay, I might be making up the genre, but if it isn’t its own category, it needs to become one.

Cozy, small town, beachy locations draw me in every time and this upcoming story is a great addition. Check out my thoughts and review below.

The Sandy Page Bookshop by Hannah McKinnon
Publisher: ‎ Atria/Emily Bestler Books
Publication date: ‎ July 22, 2025
ISBN-13: ‎ 978-1668025215

OVERVIEW:
After her publishing career and engagement fell apart in Boston, Leah Powell has no choice but to return to her hometown. Feeling lost and discouraged, she stumbles upon a once prominent sea captain’s historic home that now looks as dilapidated as she feels. Suddenly inspired, Leah decides to transform it into a bookstore and café she will call The Sandy Page.

Luke Nickerson, a life-long local and contractor, remembers Leah, even if she doesn’t remember him. Intrigued by her return and her project, he agrees to help her bring the old captain’s house back to life. As they work together, The Sandy Page slowly becomes the town’s go-to gathering spot for locals, tourists, and anyone who is feeling adrift during this long, sweet summer. It’s a home for second chances. But will it be enough for Leah and Luke?

The Sandy Page Bookshop by Hannah McKinnon Review

It is hard not to enjoy a story about a small beach town and a bookstore. We are talking about a huge percentage of women readers who love this new beach read genre I am creating, and McKinnon crafts a feel-good, cozy story that warms the heart.

With a warm community surrounding the up-and-coming bookstore, everyone has a quiet story they are working hard to hide and escape. Finding themselves drawn to the old captain’s house, they soon become a part of a pseudo-family.

Written with vivid descriptions that allow you to envision the ocean, beach, people, and town, the story is a delightful escape. It is made even better with a blossoming love interest underfoot. Luke is a sweetheart!

The Sandy Page Bookshop is a lazy summer afternoon read about creating a new you while finding your joy. Sweet, clean women’s fiction and romance.

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.