Books Set in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware

by Jodi Picoult
Setting: 2016, West Haven, CONNECTICUT

Ruth Jefferson is a 44-year-old labor and delivery nurse with twenty years of experience at a Connecticut hospital. After being reassigned away from a patient, she learns that the parents are white supremacists and don't want Ruth, who is African American, to touch their child.

The hospital complies with their request, but the next day, the baby goes into cardiac distress while Ruth is alone in the nursery. Does she obey the orders of her superiors based on the parent's mandate, or does she intervene?

This story is told from three alternating points of view: Ruth, the nurse; Kennedy, her middle-aged attorney; and Turk, the newborn’s white supremacist father.

The Book Girls Say... This novel is an emotional roller coaster ride that is painful to read at times, but we promise that it’s totally worth it. You may need to take a little break after reading the first chapter from Turk’s perspective, but after some deep breaths, please, please pick this book back up and keep reading. If we had the power, we’d make this book required reading for everyone!

Book Girls' Readers Rate This Book ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
98% Would Recommend to a Friend

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by Brittany Cavallaro
Setting: Contemporary CONNECTICUT

This captivating YA mystery novel reimagines the iconic detective duo Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson as teenagers in modern-day America. The story follows Charlotte Holmes, the great-great-great-granddaughter of Sherlock Holmes, and Jamie Watson, a descendant of Sherlock’s famous sidekick.

When Charlotte and Jamie find themselves framed for murder at their elite boarding school in Sherringford, CT, they must set aside their rivalry and join forces to clear their names. They begin to unravel a twisted plot that goes beyond the school's walls. This thrilling adventure, infused with wit and clever references to the original Holmes canon, explores friendship, trust, and the burdens of a legendary legacy.

The Book Girls Say… This novel was a Goodreads Choice Award nominee in 2016 for Best Young Adult Fiction. It’s the first in a series of 4. Another great YA mystery option set in Connecticut is Since You’ve Been Gone, by Morgan Matson (which was nominated for the same award in 2014).

by Amy Poeppel
Setting: Litchfield, CONNECTICUT, Present Day

This heartwarming and witty novel begins with Bridget and Will, two best friends and professional musicians. Bridget had been looking forward to a quiet summer at a rustic Connecticut home with her boyfriend Sterling. However, when Sterling suddenly calls it quits, her adult children, Nick and Emily, decide to move back in. To further complicate matters, Will is dealing with a loss of his own.

Bridget and Will attempt to regain stability by reuniting their once-famous piano trio. But their efforts lead to various misadventures, including an unlikely love triangle.

The Book Girls Say… This novel won the Connecticut Book Award for Fiction in 2021.

by Luann Rice
Setting: CONNECTICUT, Present Day

Artist Claire Beaudry Chase was attacked and left for dead in her home on the coast of Connecticut. Her well-connected husband, Griffin, is both a gubernatorial candidate and the prime suspect.

Prior to her attack, Claire was working on an exhibit featuring shadow boxes. One of the shadow boxes she created clearly accuses Griffin of a violent crime committed twenty-five years ago. If word got out, Griffin’s political career would be toast. When another woman ends up dead, the time is ticking for Claire to take down her husband and the group of elites that seek to protect him at all costs.

The Book Girls Say… Readers describe this as a masterfully crafted mystery and thriller. Since Claire is quite certain who her attacker is, this novel takes a bit of a reverse approach, with Claire trying to figure out how to reveal her husband as a killer. As time goes on, you’ll be unsure who are the "good guys" vs. who are the "bad guys."

This book is available with Kindle Unlimited as of 5/17/23.

by Lauren Weisberger
Setting: Greenwich, CONNECTICUT, 2018

If you read the Devil Wears Prada, or watched the movie, then you probably remember Emily as Miranda Priestly’s glamorous and judgmental first assistant - her “keeper,” if you will. She was the one charged with mentoring Andrea as Miranda’s newest personal assistant.

Now 36 years old, Emily has built her own successful career as an image consultant in Hollywood. But having recently lost some clients, she is in need of her next big opportunity. That opportunity comes in the form of Karolina Hartwell, a mega-supermodel and the wife of a newly elected senator with presidential aspirations. Emily is introduced to Karolina by her longtime friend, Miriam. Miriam is a former partner at a prestigious NY law firm who has recently decided to become a stay-at-home mom.

These three women come together in the posh Connecticut suburb of Greenwich. You’ll laugh out loud as they attempt to navigate the social landmines of this over-the-top suburbia, revealing the truths—and the lies—simmering just below the glittering surface.

The Book Grils Say… Although this book is technically the third The Devil Wears Prada series, it was published 15 years after the original and reads completely as a stand-alone.

If you enjoy reading about the Connecticut suburbs, we also recommend the humorous and heartwarming Take it From Me by Jamie Beck. In this Kindle Unlimited novel, a young author named Harper rents a home in New Cannan, CT. Harper is hiding her true identity while she draws inspiration for a new novel about women in the suburbs. She befriends her empty-nester neighbor, Wendy, who is keeping a secret of her own - her struggle with kleptomania.

by Edward Rutherford`
Setting: New York City, NEW YORK

In this epic historical fiction novel, Edward Rutherfurd weaves together more than 400 years of New York City history. From the humble beginnings of a fishing village, through the Revolutionary War and later the Civil War, onto the Gilded Age, and throughout the 20th century, you’ll see New York like you never have before. This book tells tales of battle, romance, and family struggles through the eyes of the rich and the poor, the native-born and the immigrants.

The Book Girls Say… This hefty novel comes in at more than 850 pages, but if you have the time to invest, you’ll get a big dose of New York history alongside excellent fictional character development.

by Susie Luo
Setting: 1980s-2010s, NYC & China

This unique novel shares an immigrant story in a whole new way, exploring what it means to be American in New York City from three perspectives over thirty years.

Tony is a Chinese-born engineer, who immigrated to the US and took a job as a doorman in hopes of providing more opportunities for his family. Daughter Tammy is nine at the start of the book, and this is in part a coming-of-age story of her upbringing in Queens, New York. As she grows up and enters adulthood, you’ll see the weight of expectations so many first-generations carry, along with how those expectations interact with her personal desires.

The final point of view is from Oliver, who lives in the building where Tony works. He’s a wealthy white lawyer with a dark secret. An unexpected act of violence brings Oliver together with Tony’s family. As the book progresses, you’ll see the ripple effects of decisions along with ways that love can overcome differences.

The Book Girls Say... This literary fiction novel is highly praised by those who enjoy reflective, generational, character-driven stories. For another perspective on the Chinese immigrant experience in New York City during the 1990s, we highly recommend the memoir, Beautiful Country, by Qian Julie Wang.

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by Fiona Davis
Setting: NYC, 1956
Upcoming Publication Date: June 13, 2023

Nineteen-year-old Marion’s dreams come true when she’s cast as a member of the Rockettes, Radio City Music Hall’s precision dance troupe. It’s an honor for any dancer to be selected for the role and given the opportunity to perform at the art deco masterpiece of a theater that is Radio City. But Marion soon learns that, behind the scenes, the days are long and the rehearsals grueling.

One night, in 1956, a bomb explodes in the theater. It’s suspected to be the work of the infamous “Big Apple Bomber” who has been planting bombs in crowded places around the city for the past sixteen years. The police still have no leads, leaving citizens living in fear. At Marion’s urging, the police agree to try psychological profiling, a radical new technique at the time.

While the Rockettes are trained to stay in line, Marion realizes that to help catch the bomber, she’ll have to stand out.

The Book Girls Say… Fiona Davis is one of our favorite authors because she has such a knack for turning historic NYC buildings into living, breathing characters in her novels. This book will be published in mid-June, but if you are looking for a book to read in the meantime, any of Fiona’s historical fiction novels would make an excellent choice for a book set in NYC.

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by Allison Larkin
Setting: 1994, Upstate NEW YORK

April has a rough life in Upstate New York, fending for herself in a motorless motorhome that her father won while playing poker. She works at a diner but dreams of being a songwriter. After flunking out of school and having another fight with her dad, April sets off to find a better life for herself, beginning in Ithaca.

Along the way, she meets others with complex stories, which turn into the perfect inspiration for her songs. But even more important than that, she finds that family doesn’t have to mean the community you were born into. Instead, people you meet can become family.

The Book Girls Say… While Angela, and many of our readers, love this book, keep in mind that it’s very character-driven with a slower-paced plot. April’s character isn’t overly likable in the first half, but we think you’ll enjoy getting to know her as she’s getting to know herself. Later portions of the book follow April as she travels down the east coast all the way to Florida, but the first 200 pages are spent in Upstate New York, with particularly vivid descriptions of Ithaca.

While the protagonist of The People Week Keep is a teenager, we would consider this adult fiction and not a YA novel. However, if you’d prefer to read a book with a more middle-aged cast of characters, we highly recommend Eliza Starts a Rumor, which is set in New York’s Hudson Valley.

Book Girls' Readers Rate This Book ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
100% Would Recommend to a Friend

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by Rachel Spangler
Setting: Buffalo, NEW YORK, 2016

Hal is a chef and the owner of a grilled cheese food truck. She loves the city of Buffalo and loves feeding its residents. In her personal life, her motto is no strings and no commitments.

Quinn is an investment banker with big dreams to help redevelop the once-great city of Buffalo. Her new business venture includes opening a restaurant, and she wants to make Hal the chef. She even offers her complete creative control.

But Quinn’s stability and long-term planning are directly opposed to Hal’s desire for freedom and flexibility. Quinn is determined that Hal will come around to the idea, especially because there’s also a physical attraction between them that’s hard to deny.

The Book Girls Say… Author Rachel Spangler writes LGBTQ romance with happy endings. She has lived in Western New York for the past decade, and often shares her “Buffalove” via her novels as well as on her blog. To help you visualize the city that she writes about, she also shared this video about the history and future of Buffalo.

One of our readers reports that if you're ever in Buffalo, you should check out their real local grilled cheese food truck - The Cheesy Chick!

by Sidik Fofana
Setting: Harlem, NEW YORK, Present Day

This collection of eight short stories introduces readers to a cast of characters all living in the same low-income Harlem high-rise. Each encounters their own personal challenges while the forces of gentrification chip away at life as they know it. Throughout the stories, you’ll see the various characters weave in and out of each other’s lives.

The Book Girls Say… This 2022 literary fiction is recommended for fans of Lin Manuel Miranda’s powerful musical, In the Heights. It is the debut publication of author Sidik Fofana. He is a graduate of NYU’s MFA program, and he holds a master's degree in special education from the City College of New York. In addition to writing, he is a public school teacher in Brooklyn.

The audiobook is narrated by Sidik himself. If you’d like to get a flavor for the stories or the narration, check out this short YouTube video of him reading an excerpt from his book.

by Alan Brennert
Setting: Palisades Park, NEW JERSEY, 1930s-1970s

The Palisades Amusement Park was a magical place in the 1930s, especially for seven-year-old Toni. She helps out with her parent’s french fry stand along with her brother, Jack. Toni is especially fascinated by the high diver act, even though her mom tells her girls can’t be high divers.

Over the years, the family endures the world’s hard times - from the Great Depression and Pearl Harbor to race riots in the park. Each summer, they came back together at the park until it closed in 1971. The publisher says that “Palisades Park takes us back to a time when life seemed simpler—except, of course, it wasn't.”

The Book Girls Say… This historical fiction read was written by the author of Molaka’i, so if you’ve enjoyed that popular title, this would be a great pick!

by Ann Napolitano
Setting: NEW JERSEY, Present Day

Twelve-year-old Edward boards a plane with his beloved older brother and his parents, bound for their new home and life in California, but when the plane tragically crashes, Edward emerges as the sole survivor. After recovering from his injuries, he goes to live with his mom's sister and her husband in New Jersey with the eyes of the world on him. Everyone is eager to hear his story.

His aunt and uncle work hard to shield him from all the attention and to allow him time to process his loss, but when Edward uncovers a stack of letters, he discovers an unexpected path to healing.

This is not a YA book, and it also details the experiences of the adults on the plane.

The Book Girls Say... This book was a Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for 2020.

Book Girls' Readers Rate This Book ⭐⭐⭐⭐
96% Would Recommend to a Friend

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by Terri-Lynne DeFino
Setting: Contemporary Wyldale, NEW JERSEY

Imagine a Jersey suburb that has remained largely in the 1960s for the past 60 years, and that’s Wyldale. Seventy-year-old widow Varina runs Palladino’s Italian Specialties grocery in between taking care of her 92-year-old mother, Sylvia, and her loud Italian family. Sylvia is very concerned that when she dies, Varina will be alone, so she’s determined to find her a new love.

Donatella, Varina’s daughter, comes up with an ill-conceived plan to help her mom find a man, and grandmother Sylvia joins the idea. Meanwhile, Varina is also ready to embrace life on her own. She’s booked a trip and has not told the family about it yet. On top of Varina’s life changes, her three adult sons are going through changes of their own.

The Book Girls Say… This light multi-generational family drama/romance has been described as a Jersey combination of Moonstruck and My Big Fat Greek Wedding. Each chapter begins with a bit of Jersey Italian slang, including the pronunciation, root word, and meaning. It’s a fun aspect of the book that will make you feel like you are in Jersey.

by Rachel Beanland
Setting: Atlantic City, NEW JERSEY, 1934

Each summer, the Adler family rents out their Atlantic City home to vacationers and moves into the cramped apartment above their bakery. Their daughters are now young adults, with Florence home from college and Fannie on bed rest during pregnancy following the loss of a baby. Florence plans to spend the summer training for her plan to swim the English Channel.

The small space becomes even more crowded when the father, Joseph, takes in a woman he helped emigrate from Nazi Germany. When a tragedy strikes, mom Esther begins a web of lies in an attempt to protect her daughter Fannie. But will this really help in the long run?

Book Girls' Readers Rate This Book ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
100% Would Recommend to a Friend

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by Janet Evanovich
Setting: Trenton, NEW JERSEY

Stephanie Plum is an unlikely bail bonds agent for her cousin Vinnie’s agency. When she shows up to work on Monday and Connie, the longtime, reliable office manager isn’t at her desk, she knows something is wrong. The first mystery is solved when Connie’s abductor calls with some terms. He wants a mysterious coin that someone else left as part of their collateral.

Sadly, the coin is also missing. To save Connie, Stephanie’s unofficial team from her Grandma Mazur and bestie Lula to boyfriend Morelli and hunky Ranger must all assist. However, the final solution may require Stephanie to go rogue on her own.

The Book Girls Say…Going Rogue is book #29 in the beloved, hilarious Stephanie Plum series. We know many of you will have read at least part of the series over the years, so this would be a fun month to see what Stephanie has been up to. You can jump to this one, start at book #1, or pick any book in between.

In the earlier years of the series, Melissa passed the books around with her mom and Gram. She was thrilled to research Going Rogue and see that all the classic characters, from Grandma Mazur to Lulu, are still in the books! 

by Bruce Springsteen
Setting: Freehold, NEW JERSEY

After performing at the 2009 Superbowl, Bruce Springsteen was so exhilarated he wanted to document the experience in writing. That moment triggered seven years of work documenting his life. He begins in his childhood as he grew up Catholic in Freehold, NJ. From there, you’ll hear about his reign as a bar-band king in Asbury Park, NJ, and the eventual rise of the E Street Band.

The book is written with the words of a songwriter and the wisdom of a man who has thought deeply about his experiences.

The Book Girls Say… Bruce is also the audiobook's narrator, so consider snagging it on Audible!

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by Ann Patchett
Setting: Suburb of Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA, spans five decades

Cyril grew up in poverty, but after WW2, an investment changed the course of his future. With his enormous new wealth, he buys a lavish estate named the Dutch House in a Philly suburb. While he buys it with the best intentions as a surprise for his wife, the home is also the beginning of his family’s downfall.

The book's narrator is his son Danny as he and his beloved sister Maeve are exiled from the grand house by their stepmother. For five decades after being thrown back into poverty, Danny and Maeve return to look at the home from beyond the gates, like checking in on a relative. The only thing keeping the siblings moving forward in life is their bond with each other.

The Book Girls Say… The audiobook is narrated by Tom Hanks, so this is a fabulous listen for anyone who loves a literary family drama!

by Marie Benedict
Setting: Pittsburgh, PENNSYLVANIA, 1860s

Clara Kelley is thought to be the influence who changed Andrew Carnegie from a ruthless industrialist into what may have been the world’s first true philanthropist. She started working for him under the name of an experience Irish maid, but in reality, Clara was a poor farmer’s daughter. However, keeping up the ruse is difficult when you don’t know the rules of being a lady’s maid.

However, Clara has the resolve of Pittsburgh steel, combined with a fierce instinct for business. Soon, she becomes someone that Andrew relies on. As they get closer, she knows that being her true self would be too big of a risk to her family.

The Book Girls Say… Clara Kelley is Marie Benedict’s fictional character, though she’s said to be a composite of several historical figures and based on careful research from the time. We’re not sure what changed Carnegie’s heart for sure, but the author’s assumption that it was someone close to him seems possible. This book is on the shorter side at 283 pages, so great if you have a busy month!

This book is included with Kindle Unlimited as of 5/17/23.

by Elizabeth Acevedo
Setting: Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA, Current Day

High School senior Emoni has her hands full between having her own daughter, plus an Abuela to take care of at home. Her only escape from stresses beyond what most adults experience happens in the kitchen. Not only does she love cooking, she's good at it. Her food tastes like magic.

Emoni's school has a culinary arts program, but it requires time she doesn’t have, plus the money she doesn’t have for the class trip to Spain. But she has so much talent, it’s hard to keep it hidden.

The Book Girls Say… Philly has one of the largest Puerto Rican communities outside of the island (second only to NYC), and this YA book has received a lot of praise for its representation of the Afro-Latina culture in the city. The book is filled with lots of references to local geographies and costumes, and each section opens with a creative recipe.

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by Ellen Marie Wiseman
Setting: Coal River, PENNSYLVANIA, 1912

Travel back in time to a Pennsylvania coal town to experience all the sacrifices made to fuel the nation. Emma left Coal River as a child and vowed she’d never return, but after being orphaned and having no money to survive, she returned to stay with her aunt and uncle when she was nineteen. Unfortunately, her family treats her more like a servant, and she has to work in the company store without getting paid.

As she works, she sees how terribly the miners are treated, forced to pay inflated prices from their meager wagers, which goes back to benefit their employer. And those who can’t pay are turned away to starve. Even worse is seeing the breaker boys. These child laborers should be in school but instead are handling dangerous machinery. The boys remind Emma of the little brother she lost, and she’s determined to do what she can to help them.

Emma begins using her position in the store to benefit those mistreated by the company, blurring the lines between legality and justice and putting herself at significant risk.

This book is available with Kindle Unlimited as of 5/17/23.

by Jon Cohen
Setting: Endless Mountains, PENNSYLVANIA

Harry has always loved trees, but he spends his days behind a computer as an analyst in a treeless US Forest Service office. After his wife dies suddenly and tragically, Harry can’t seem to move forward. One day he decides to follow his wife's advice - he quits his job and escapes to the remote woods of northeastern Pennsylvania to be with the trees.

There he meets Oriana, a young girl who has suffered a significant loss of her own. She spends most of her time in the forest with her book in the treehouse her father bought for her. They bond over their love of the forest and the trees.

The octogenarian librarian in town gives Oriana a strange, handwritten book called The Grum’s Ledger. With this book as their guide, Oriana helps Harry believe in the magic, if only he’s willing to open his eyes and see it.

The Book Girls Say… Because of its thread of magical realism, some describe this book as a fairy tale for adults. But it’s more than that. It’s a story of grief, sadness, and the power of friendship and connection set against the beauty of Pennsylvania’s Endless Mountains. This story is told from many points of view, including Harry and Oriana’s, as well as numerous others - but it’s written in a way that it’s easy to follow and understand.

Book Girls' Readers Rate This Book ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
100% Would Recommend to a Friend

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by Liz Moore
Setting: Contemporary Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA

This mystery thriller uses the setting of Philadelphia as a gritty character. Two sisters occupy a neighborhood greatly impacted by the opioid crisis. They used to be inseparable, but now Kacey walks the streets in a haze of addiction while Mickey patrols as a cop.

As a new string of murders begins in the area, Kacey disappears. Mickey can’t help but let personal feelings become involved as she obsessively searches for both Kacey and the killer.

The Book Girls Say... This book was a 2020 Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Mystery & Thriller.

by Marisa de los Santos
Setting: 1950s & Contemporary Seaside DELAWARE

This family drama alternates between two main characters and timelines. In the present, Clare has a surprising interaction with an elderly woman named Edith, who gives Clare the courage to break off an engagement with a less-than-ideal man. Only three weeks later, Clare learns that Edith has passed away and left her an incredible, unexpected gift - her home.

As Clare explores Blue Sky House, she uncovers two mysterious ledgers that lead her to slowly put together the story of the house and, in turn, of Edith. You’ll also see the story from Edith’s perspective in the 1950s.

The Book Girls Say… This book is part of a series. However, it can be read as a stand-alone, so you won’t be lost not reading the other books first. The first two books are not set in Delaware.

by Cristina Henriquez
Setting: DELAWARE, early 2010s

After suffering a head injury in her home country of Mexico, Maribel's family must move to Delaware so she can attend a special school, which will give her the best chance of recovery. The neighbors within their new apartment building are from other Central & South American countries, creating a bond as they try to adapt to their new home.

It's a great look at the challenges of the immigrant experience in Delaware, and the lengths parents will go to for their children. You'll also see an unlikely love story between Maribel and one of the boys from the apartment complex.

The Book Girls Say... Melissa read this one back in 2015 and rated it 5 stars. Some reviewers don't love that the coming-of-age story writing skewed a bit more toward YA versus literary fiction, but Melissa didn't mind.

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by Colleen French
Setting: Contemporary DELAWARE Coast

Ellen is an English professor going through a rough season of life. She’s newly divorced and not happy about it, and on top of that, she’s lost her parents. So it’s time for a reset, and she hopes to find some meaning by spending the summer at her parent's Delaware beach house as she prepares it for sale.

When her best friend, Lara, gets a cancer diagnosis, Ellen invites her to relax at the house as much as she can between chemo appointments. Supportive Lara hopes this time will let her assist Ellen in finding the best version of herself. Throughout the summer, Ellen grows with the help of Lara, a local writers' group, and the new friends Lara meets during her treatment.

The Book Girls Say… While this does have a romance thread, it’s more of a story of self-discovery and healing. Some readers are frustrated by Ellen’s initial unlikable characteristics, but once they remember she must have some redeeming qualities for the delightful Lara to be her friend, they sink into the book and really enjoy it.

by Beth Kendrick
Setting: Seaside DELAWARE, early 2010s

Black Dog Bay, Delaware, is known as the place to heal after a breakup. The town leans into this reputation with businesses like the Better Off Bed-and-Breakfast, the Eat Your Heart Out bakery, and the Whinery bar fueling the tourism economy.

When flight attendant Summer arrives in Black Dog Bay after her life takes an unexpected turn, the locals love her. Even elderly Hattie, the oldest, richest, and meanest resident in town, likes Summer enough to offer her a job. However, between kissing the mayor and Hattie’s hidden agenda, is it really the best choice to relocate to Black Dog Bay permanently?

The Book Girls Say… This is the first of five books set in Back Dog Bay, so if you fall in love with the town’s setting and residents, you can keep reading for days!

by KL Montgomery
Setting: Contemporary Rehoboth Beach, DELAWARE

If you’re looking for an easy, enjoyable read this month, pick up Music Man! This romance features 40-something main characters and is set in Delaware’s most popular vacation destination - Rehoboth Beach.

Claire just turned 40 and can’t help but be attracted to her piano teacher, Jack. She doesn’t know if it’s his beard, flannel, or guitar, but he’s irresistible. Luckily for Claire, he finds her red hair equally appealing. However, just as he falls in love with her, his big break in music finally arrives. But is it worth jeopardizing his potential future with Claire?

The Book Girls Say... This book is the first in the Romance in Rehoboth series. Each book features a different character/couple, so they can all be read as stand-alone. Reviewers note that they appreciate the body positive messages throughout this series. While this first book is described as sweet and steamy, others in the series are described as having "fade-to-black" romantic scenes. So if you prefer a closed door romance, consider checking out a different Romance in Rehoboth title.

All of the books in this series are included with Kindle Unlimited as of 5/16/23.