When two misfits discover they’ve inherited the same beach house, sparks fly in the most unexpected ways, in this hilarious and heartfelt rom-com from the New York Times bestselling author of Summer Reading.
Free-spirited travel influencer Hannah Spencer has spent five years touring the country in her vintage van, alone save for her hulking Great Dane, Dude. Until an unexpected inheritance from her pops has Hannah thinking about putting down roots in Cape Split, North Carolina, where she’s the new owner of a worse-for-wear seaside beach house. Or, rather, fifty percent of one. Turns out Simon O’Malley inherited the other half from his gramps.
As Simon and Hannah spend the summer tag-teaming repairs on the crumbling cottage, they discover it was once home to a timeless love story. As their own relationship shifts from enemies to friends to lovers, they begin to wonder if the house’s romantic past might be a good omen for their future together. But there’s one problem—Simon is set on selling the property at the end of the summer.
For Hannah, the Split isn’t like anyplace she’s ever been, and Simon isn’t like any man she’s ever known—she doesn’t want to let this new life go. She just needs Simon to see their budding relationship and this newfound community in the same way, or their first summer share might also be their last.
"The characters are fresh and beautifully drawn, and the chemistry is magic. It’s the perfect summer vacation." —Annabel Monaghan, New York Times bestselling author of It's a Love Story, on Summer Reading Praise for Jenn McKinlay's romance novels
“A playful breezy read that I couldn't put down!”—Abby Jimenez, New York Times bestselling author of Say You'll Remember Me
"Jenn McKinlay writes sexy, funny romances that will leave you begging for more!"—Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author of Almost Just Friends
"A pure delight! Has all the elements of a perfect story: small island setting, a feisty yet vulnerable heroine, and a nerdy hero who stole my heart."—Jennifer Probst, New York Times bestselling author of Our Italian Summer
“Eat Pray Love meets Mamma Mia! I devoured this clever novel in one sitting!"—Lori Nelson Spielman, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Crossed Sisters of Tuscany
“In turns poignant and amusing... McKinlay’s writing is sure to charm.”—Shana Abe, New York Times bestselling author of The Second Mrs. Astor
"Perfect summer beach read."—Lori Wilde, New York Times bestselling author of The Moonglow Sisters
"With lovable characters and swoon-worthy moments, this heartwarming tale has it all."—Woman's World
"[A]n opposites-attract summertime fling that will quite literally have you flinging around with joyous glee."—The Everygirl
“With a picturesque setting and plenty of entertaining storylines and well-developed characters, this fast-paced, steamy rom-com from McKinlay will enchant book lovers and foodies looking for an upbeat beach read.”—Library Journal(Starred Review)
“The well-developed emotional growth between the protagonists makes their connection feel real. This is a keeper.”—Publishers Weekly
Jenn McKinlay is the award-winning New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of several mystery and romance series. Her work has been translated into multiple languages in countries all over the world. She lives in sunny Arizona in a house that is overrun with books, pets, and her husband’s guitars.
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When two misfits discover they’ve inherited the same beach house, sparks fly in the most unexpected ways, in this hilarious and heartfelt rom-com from the New York Times bestselling author of Summer Reading.
Free-spirited travel influencer Hannah Spencer has spent five years touring the country in her vintage van, alone save for her hulking Great Dane, Dude. Until an unexpected inheritance from her pops has Hannah thinking about putting down roots in Cape Split, North Carolina, where she’s the new owner of a worse-for-wear seaside beach house. Or, rather, fifty percent of one. Turns out Simon O’Malley inherited the other half from his gramps.
As Simon and Hannah spend the summer tag-teaming repairs on the crumbling cottage, they discover it was once home to a timeless love story. As their own relationship shifts from enemies to friends to lovers, they begin to wonder if the house’s romantic past might be a good omen for their future together. But there’s one problem—Simon is set on selling the property at the end of the summer.
For Hannah, the Split isn’t like anyplace she’s ever been, and Simon isn’t like any man she’s ever known—she doesn’t want to let this new life go. She just needs Simon to see their budding relationship and this newfound community in the same way, or their first summer share might also be their last.
Reviews
"The characters are fresh and beautifully drawn, and the chemistry is magic. It’s the perfect summer vacation." —Annabel Monaghan, New York Times bestselling author of It's a Love Story, on Summer Reading Praise for Jenn McKinlay's romance novels
“A playful breezy read that I couldn't put down!”—Abby Jimenez, New York Times bestselling author of Say You'll Remember Me
"Jenn McKinlay writes sexy, funny romances that will leave you begging for more!"—Jill Shalvis, New York Times bestselling author of Almost Just Friends
"A pure delight! Has all the elements of a perfect story: small island setting, a feisty yet vulnerable heroine, and a nerdy hero who stole my heart."—Jennifer Probst, New York Times bestselling author of Our Italian Summer
“Eat Pray Love meets Mamma Mia! I devoured this clever novel in one sitting!"—Lori Nelson Spielman, New York Times bestselling author of The Star-Crossed Sisters of Tuscany
“In turns poignant and amusing... McKinlay’s writing is sure to charm.”—Shana Abe, New York Times bestselling author of The Second Mrs. Astor
"Perfect summer beach read."—Lori Wilde, New York Times bestselling author of The Moonglow Sisters
"With lovable characters and swoon-worthy moments, this heartwarming tale has it all."—Woman's World
"[A]n opposites-attract summertime fling that will quite literally have you flinging around with joyous glee."—The Everygirl
“With a picturesque setting and plenty of entertaining storylines and well-developed characters, this fast-paced, steamy rom-com from McKinlay will enchant book lovers and foodies looking for an upbeat beach read.”—Library Journal(Starred Review)
“The well-developed emotional growth between the protagonists makes their connection feel real. This is a keeper.”—Publishers Weekly
Jenn McKinlay is the award-winning New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author of several mystery and romance series. Her work has been translated into multiple languages in countries all over the world. She lives in sunny Arizona in a house that is overrun with books, pets, and her husband’s guitars.
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