Seaside Summers is a series of stand-alone romances that may also be enjoyed as part of the larger Love in Bloom series.
"You can always rely on Melissa Foster to deliver a story that's fresh, emotional and entertaining. Make sure you have all night, because once you start you won't want to stop reading. Every book's a winner!" New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda Novak
"Melissa Foster is synonymous with sexy, swoony, heartfelt romance!" New York Times Bestseller Lauren Blakely
In SEASIDE WHISPERS...
Having a mad crush on her boss’s son, Matt Lacroux—an intriguing mix of proper gentleman and flirtatious bad boy—is probably not the smartest idea for single mother Mira Savage. Especially when the company, and her job, is already on shaky ground. But as a Princeton professor, Matt’s life is hours away from Mira’s home on Cape Cod, keeping him safely in the fantasy-only zone. And as a single mother to six-year-old Hagen, with a floundering company to save, fantasies are all she has time for.
With hopes of becoming dean off the table, and too many months of longing for a woman who lived too far away to pursue, Matt’s publishing contract couldn’t have come at a better time. He heads home to Cape Cod on a brief sabbatical, intent on starting his book, and finally getting his arms around sweet, seductive Mira.
A surprise encounter leads to white-hot passions and midnight confessions. The more time Matt and Mira spend together, the deeper their relationship grows, and the love and attention Matt showers on Hagen is more than she has ever dreamed of. But Matt’s sabbatical is only temporary, and Mira’s not saving his father’s company so she can leave it behind. Will their whispers of love be enough for one of them to change their life forever?
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READY FOR MORE SEASIDE SUMMERS?
Seaside Dreams (Bella)
Seaside Hearts (Jenna)
Seaside Sunsets (Jamie)
Seaside Secrets (Amy)
Seaside Nights (Sky)
Seaside Embrace (Hunter)
Seaside Lovers (Grayson)
Seaside Whispers (Matt)
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SEASIDE SUMMERS is part of the Love in Bloom big family romance collection. Characters from each series appear in future books. Each book may be read as a stand-alone novel, or as part of the series. Visit Melissa's website for a series guides and checklists.
READ THE FULL LOVE IN BLOOM SERIES:
SNOW SISTERS: Sisters in Love, Sisters in Bloom, Sisters in White
THE BRADENS (Weston, CO): Lovers at Heart, Destined for Love, Friendship on Fire,
Sea of Love, Bursting with Love, Hearts at Play, Promise My Love (novella), Daring Her Love (novella)
THE BRADENS (Trusty, CO): Taken by Love, Fated for Love, Romancing My Love, Flirting with Love, Dreaming of Love, Crashing into Love
THE BRADENS (Peaceful Harbor, MD): Healed by Love (Nate), Surrender My Love
River of Love, Crushing on Love, Whisper of Love, Thrill of Love
THE REMINGTONS: Game of Love, Stroke of Love, Flames of Love, Slope of Love, Read, Write, Love, Touched by Love
THE RYDERS: Seized by Love, Claimed by Love, Chased by Love, Rescued by Love, Swept Into Love
WILD BOYS AFTER DARK: Logan, Heath, Jackson, Cooper
BAD BOYS AFTER DARK: Mick, Dylan, Brett, Carson
HARBORSIDE NIGHTS: Catching Cassidy, Discovering Delilah, Tempting Tristan
Seaside Whispers by Melissa Foster is book #8 in the Seaside Summer series and it can be read as a stand-alone. Like all the other books in the series, this is about family, love, and friendship. What I have come to realise since starting this series you may not be able to stop at just one book. The moment you begin this series you may be compelled to continue to the end.
I have read several books written by this author and the thing that stands out the most are her characters. I find that they are well developed, likable and easy to connect with. This installment was no different. The moment I was introduced to Matt and Mira, I couldn’t help but love them both.
Matt is a college professor at Princeton and is currently on Sabbatical. He returned home to the Cape where he would have the chance to re-connect with his family and friends. During this time, he planned to re-evaluate both his professional and personal life. Matt is the type of person that would stop at nothing to protect those he love. He would even go out of his way to help a complete stranger when the need arises. These traits helped to enhance his sex appeal.
Mira is a single mom and an accountant by profession. She has had her share of heartache in the past and was not looking to repeat the experience. Therefore, she felt the need to tread lightly where Matt was concerned. She liked him, but she was wary of getting deeply involved, especially as his return to the Cape was temporary. She was a cautious person, especially where her son was concerned. Every decision she made was done with him in mind.
The character that was the highlight of the story, in my opinion, is Hagen, Mira’s son. He was smart, funny and adorable. He helped to make the story that much sweeter.
The story offered up no surprises. I pretty much had an idea as to how things would unfold. What I enjoyed most about this story is the manner with which Matt treated Hagen. He included him in almost every plan he had with Mira. He treated him like he was his own son. Their interaction created a warm feeling within me.
I liked everything about this book. However, there was one aspect of the story that I wished the author had provided more details on. This was in relation to an incident that occurred in Matt’s past. I was hoping that the issue would have been resolved, helping him to come to terms with his guilt.
Verdict:
If you are a fan of romance stories that are sweet and hot, but low on drama then you will enjoy Seaside Whispers.
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