Finally! A book on my summer reading list that I didn't want to put down. Thank God for Elin Hilderbrand. She is definitely becoming one of my favorite authors and maybe next summer I'll make it my goal to read all of her books. Summerland, which I finished yesterday, is a perfect example of a beach read.
Although it is not one of my favorite of Hilderbrand's, I love the setting and every time I closed the book all I wanted to do was visit Nantucket again. Her descriptions of the island are so realistic that you can really imagine walking through town or sitting on the beach.
Summerland is great because Hilderbrand weaves together the stories of two generations. After a tragic summer accident ends an evening following a celebratory bonfire on the beach, the lives of both the younger and older generations are changed in unimaginable ways.
The accident kills Penny Allistair, the driver of the car, yet leaves her twin brother Hobby, boyfriend Jake and friend Demeter alive and dealing with the aftermath of the accident in their own ways. They must overcome severe injuries, teen alcoholism and young love lost, all as a result of the accident.
The older generation, the parents of these teens and close friends, struggle with the accident and the effects on themselves and their children. Zoe Allistair has to come to terms with the death of one child and the recovery of another. Her lover, Jordan Randolph thinks taking his family to Australia is the answer while the Castles figure they have escaped the worst of it since their daughter Demeter survived the accident unhurt.
Summerland is a quick read but well worth it. At times it is very descriptive and slow but Hilderbrand weaves such an intricate plot that you will find yourself turning the pages eagerly awaiting what will happen next. Will Hobby survive his injuries? Will Jordan Randolph save his marriage by moving to Australia with his family? Will the Castles continue to lead their idealistic lifestyle?
Read Summerland to find out the answers to these questions and take a trip to the beautiful island of Nantucket. I would definitely recommend this book to those who need a paperback for the pool or beach, as well as all of her other books, especially Castaways.
Happy Reading!
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