The Summer Girl is my favorite Avalon Bay novel yet! Cassie is back in Avalon Bay to witness the reopening of her family’s former hotel. While there, she hopes to find a fling for the summer. Enter Tate, who has a reputation for it. When they first meet, they decide that it’s better if they just stay friends. The grand reopening of the hotel and the reappearance of Cassie's mom make things complicated enough. Tate jokingly agrees to wingman Cassie as she searches for the perfect summer fling and ends up taking it very seriously. As their friendship deepens, they must decide whether they want something more… 

The Summer Girl is a sweet summer romance. It was so fun to be back in Avalon Bay! I loved the cameos of the Hartley twins, Mackenzie, and Genevieve. Tate is serious book boyfriend material and I loved his relationship with Cassie. Cassie and Tate initially have a slow-burn romance and then promptly descend into intense attraction. I liked how they challenged each other to grow in a positive way by having tough conversations with the people in their lives. I really enjoyed how Cassie’s relationship with her dad and stepmom deepened and she gained more insight about her mom. Readers who enjoy friends to lovers, complex family dynamics, and steamy romance will love this book. The Summer Girl is the perfect relaxing and lighthearted beach read! 

Thank you so much to Elle Kennedy, St. Martin’s Griffin, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.