Title: The Love in Sunsets
Authors: Heidi McLaughlin and Kassidy Maye
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: January 23, 2024
Book Tropes:
🌊 Opposites attract
🌊 Beach romance
🌊 Small town
🌊 He falls first
🌊 Tourist falls for a local
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From the New York Times bestselling author of Forever My Girl: The Motion Picture, Heidi McLaughlin takes you to the classic New England Coast and immerses you in a tale of art, romance and the magic of a beachside romance.
Eloise Harris, a talented artist, returns to her beloved hometown of Seaport after years away. With her aunt's prestigious art showcase, the "Endless Summer Exhibit," on the horizon, Eloise is determined to make her mark and catch the attention of art school deans. Little does she know that this summer will be filled with unexpected love and life-changing decisions.
Kiel Collier finds himself in Seaport for an extended family vacation, seeking solace by the sea as his mother battles illness. But when he crosses paths with Eloise on the pier, their lives intertwine in ways neither of them could have imagined. From stolen glances to secret rendezvous, they embark on a passionate affair against the backdrop of sunsets and sandy shores.
About Heidi:
Heidi McLaughlin is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestselling author of The Beaumont Series, The Boys of Summer, and The Archers.
Originally, from the Pacific Northwest, she now lives in picturesque Vermont, with her husband, two daughters, and their three dogs.
In 2012, Heidi turned her passion for reading into a full-fledged literary career, writing over twenty novels, including the acclaimed Forever My Girl.
Heidi's first novel, Forever My Girl, has been adapted into a motion picture with LD Entertainment and Roadside Attractions, starring Alex Roe and Jessica Rothe, and opened in theaters on January 19, 2018, and is now available on DVD & Digital.
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About Kassidy:
Kassidy Maye, owner of The Tuesday List and law student, dips her toes into the other side of the literary world with her debut novel, The Lobster Trap, co-written with her mother, Heidi McLaughlin.
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Elizabeth's Review
3.5 stars - Worth a Reader's Time
Review Copy Provided by Author
I wasn't sure what to expect when I picked up The Love in Sunsets, but I enjoyed it!
Eloise is an early 20-something who returns to her hometown for the summer. Keil is a college grad at loose ends on vacation with his family.
Overall, this is a sweet read with a touch of spice. Both Keil and Eloise are at a point where they are trying to figure out what comes next in their lives. Do they go right, go left, or take a massive detour? It was endearing to see them lean on each other to navigate these choices with the background of family support.
While I enjoyed this book and appreciated seeing Eloise and Keil navigate a summer romance, the potential for more, and figuring out life, I had a little bit of a hard time connecting with the story. I think some of it was pacing, I was well past the 40% mark before the main characters made a connection. Another piece of my struggle with connecting may also have to do with the fact that I am just not in the young love mindset - my kids are closer to Eloise's age and it created a weird vibe for me.
Don't get me wrong, this is a good book and well worth a reader's time. I'd just recommend knowing what you are in the mood for!
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