'A Summer to Remember' is romantic, full of angst with conflicts galore and a clever plot. It starts with a tragic event and this compounds six years later when Clancy finds her life and career in tatters, at the hands of those she trusted most.

Serendipity draws her back to Norfolk, her only chance of sanctuary, but she is unsure of her welcome and once again is at the mercy of others for her happiness.

Clancy and Aaron are almost lovers, and so the tension between them is sizzling when they meet again, but it's a slow burn, as events, the past, and most of the villagers get in the way of their chance of love. I like both characters, their only flaw is that they are so busy helping those closest to them they forget each other and their right to be happy.

There are lots of characters who I don't like, because of their lack of insight into the needs of others
Having more than one antagonist character increases the opportunity for conflict and this a major theme of this story.

The village life is authentic and interesting and Harry and Rory's story is particularly poignant and well written.

This story engages the reader from the first page and keeps your interest. An enjoyable read with refreshing originality.

I received a copy of this book from Avon Books UK via NetGalley in return for an honest review.

I have read and enjoyed several of Sue Moorcroft's previous books, so was looking forward to this one.

I enjoyed it - a light easy read with likeable characters and a lovely location on the Norfolk coast - I could imagine staying in one of the holiday cottages. I really liked the cast of surrounding characters and the lovely community spirit. A story of heartbreak, friendship, new beginnings and romance.

An entertaining lighthearted read perfect for a holiday read or an afternoon on the sofa with a cuppa and some cake.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

When your life is going down the gurgler... finding your fiance in a compromising position especially when you live and work together makes things more than a little complicated... then there's nothing for it than to escape into the middle of nowhere to figure things out. That's the situation that our heroine Clancy finds herself, totally alone with no-one to turn to as her parents are missionaries working overseas. So what better way to lick her wounds than take over the caretaking of some holiday lets that her cousin Alice has a half-share in when a vacancy arises.

From the offset it was never going to be plain sailing for Clancy as her reappearance in Nelson's Bar was never going to be welcome news for some of the locals, even though it was none of her own doing, because she's guilty by association to Alice who jilted her fiance Lee at the altar. Alice's disappearance hit Lee hard and even though life took a surprising turn for him he's now back in the village himself. Aaron, Lee's brother, had bought out Lee's share of the house and the holiday lets that he shared with Alice, and has been managing the business single-handedly so he's just as surprised when Clancy turns up on the doorstep unannounced to take on the caretaker role.

Clancy was a wonderful, warm character that I instantly felt a connection to. I'm sure we've all experienced the heartbreak of being cheated on so it's totally understandable the hurt and betrayal that she's feeling by not only the man she thought she was going to be with for the rest of her life but also by the actions of one of the colleagues who she runs the company with. I wanted only the best for her and so found myself cheering her on at certain moments but also wanting her to stand up for herself more on other occasions when it looked like others were going to use her vulnerability and take advantage of her.

I think I can safely say we all need an Aaron in our lives as he was the total package, dependable, loyal to his friends and family especially Lee who he kept a watchful eye over, hard-working and it didn't hurt that he was handsome too. I really felt for him too on occasions as he was really in a predicament at times, caught in the middle of everything that was going on but wanting to look out for everyone involved to ensure that no-one got hurt which was no easy task.

The setting of Nelson's Bar was picture perfect and somewhere I would happily escape to for some much needed R&R although not sure I'd cope with living there full-time with the lack of modern day technology! Through the descriptive writing of Sue Moorcroft I almost felt like I was wandering through the village myself, a walk along the coastal path to zig-zag beach sounds perfect to clear the mind although there's no way in hell you'd get me jumping off The Leap down to the sea below.

Then there are the locals, an interesting diverse mix of characters as you'd expect in any small town or village. Some quirky like Dilys and Ernie, their situation might seem strange to others but it clearly works for them, others like young Harry and Rory who are struggling for acceptance in a small rural community, or someone like Kaz to become friends with and spend many an hour putting the world to rights over a coffee or a glass or two of wine. You can't like or love everyone and there were certainly a couple of characters that I instantly had my hackles up, one I'd even go as far to describe as odious. But I have to confess it was a character of the four-legged variety, a one-eyed dog by the name of Nelson, who stole a place in my heart.

A Summer to Remember was just the pick me up I needed, it was filled with strong characters, angst, romance, humour, friendship but above all else it's a time for new beginnings. I sincerely hope that we might see the residents of Nelson's Bar again at some point in the future as I don't think we've heard the last of them.

This is a book by one of my favourite authors, I've loved every book I've read by her and this is no exception! Six years ago, Aaron was best man for his brother, Lee, and Clancy was bridesmaid for her cousin, Alice, at the wedding that didn't happen as the bride-to-be ran away. Aaron and Clancy had been attracted to each other and shared a hot kiss at the wedding eve get together but Alice's actions tore away any possible romantic ideas for them both.

Now it is Clancy who has been betrayed by both her fiancé and the people she's set up business with so she's travelling to Nelson's Bar, a small Norfolk seaside village, where she'll act as caretaker for Roundhouse Row holiday cottages whilst she decides what to do next with her life.This is a fantastic second chance romance with great characters and much re-evaluation and development of relationships, expectations and romance.

The community of Nelson's Bar has its own expectations, protecting its own and being wary of interlopers but there's also a jealous mischief-maker, protective parents, development plans, potential romances and even unexpected visitors. Sue Moorcroft brings is so skilled at making her characters realistic - you can imagine walking down the street and meeting them. There are some to admire, some to love and some you'd really prefer to avoid - just like in real life. Together they make this a story full of surprising twists and turns, one that I really hope will be the first in a new series as I'd love to visit there again to catch up on all the 'goings on' in this coastal community. I have absolutely no hesitation in highly recommending this to anyone who is looking for a lovely, summery read - whatever the season!

I requested and was gifted a copy of this book via NetGalley and this is my honest review after choosing to read it.

A lovely read. Clancy needs to escape from a nightmare situation with regard to both her personal and professional life. She ends up taking the caretakers position in Nelson's Bar as she needs somewhere to stay. It is part owned by her cousin Alice, who jilted her fiance on their wedding day

When she turns up, fireworks are anticipated and she has to convince Lee's brother that she has no hidden agenda. They have a little history and the romantic spark is waiting to be reignited. I loved waiting for them to get to know each other and whether they could overcome any obstacles in their path.

Nelson's Bar sounds such an idyllic place to stay- no internet and limited mobile reception, a beautiful hidden beach and walks with a dog.

I have long been a fan of Sue Moorcroft’s writing, and A Summer to Remember is yet another example of her superb storytelling. This is no sugar-coated romance, but real characters facing, and dealing with, real-life problems. At the beginning we feel for Clancy; her life has been turned upside down, but she is resourceful and resilient. She goes to Nelson’s Bar to lick her wounds, but comes to love the place and doesn’t want to leave. Sue paints a vivid picture of the North Norfolk coast and you can almost smell the salty sea air in ‘Sunny Hunny’ (Hunstanton). The characters are well drawn and completely convincing, even the horrible ones. I particularly liked Dilys and Ernie, who stayed married but lived next door to each other, Harry and Rory, whose story is told with great sensitivity, and Nelson the dog. Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for a copy to review (I also purchased a copy from amazon by mistake).

Really enjoyed this book, a lovely one to curl up on the sofa with on a Sunday afternoon. The story flowed and you were invested in the characters and wanted it to work out the best for all of them - whatever that ended up being.

This was a great story with lots of twists and turns and unexpected occurrences. A bit of romance and a great conclusion. What more could you ask for? Enjoyable read.

The author has created an idyllic setting with Nelsons bar, on the surface it seems like the hustle and bustle of 21st Century life has overlooked this place and left its residents alone. The outsider, Clancey soon falls in love with the place and begins to form unlikely relationships with elderly neighbours, parish meeting goers and a young gay couple. Clancey also finds herself attracted to the local Gardner, which unraveles a long lost history.
Clancey didn't know why she felt a need to make her roots here although, she knew her life back in London was over.
The characters are pretty simply created, there's no real shocks or twists however, the story is likeable and quaint.

An enjoyable book to read. It has a good storyline and strong characters in it .It had some good description of the Norfolk coast that you could believe you were there. I recommend book to be read. It is sad at times but has a happy ending without being soppy.

Found this book an easy summery book. Helped as it eas freeeeezing outside.

Another cosy romance.

Chicklit of the highest order. Clancy and Aaron (great characters), Norfolk by the beach (not so great as it will be windy!)

Perfect holiday read, with an author who writes with zest.

A great summer read with a really good feel good factor.
It grabs you from the first page and is very difficult to put down I read it in one day.
It is a mixture of love lost and found, relationships and family values.
Great ending which makes you feel extremely satisfied.

I loved this book and wanted to instanly move to Nelson's Bar (despite the lack of internet or phone signal!). I could imagine myself staying in one of the holiday cottages and soaking up life in this lovely little place. I'm a sucker for a good romantic story and this one did not disappoint.

Thoroughly enjoyed this book!! I felt like packing my suitcase, and going to meet these brilliant characters!! The village sounds idyllic!! There are a lot of lovely characters, each with their own story!! But two particular characters, Clancy and Aaron, each with their own stories, each centred around all the other characters, and the 'each one thinking they know what each other are thinking' were infuriating, so found myself shouting at them, which really made for a superb book!! Loved it!!!!!!.

Absolutely adored this. Clancy is such an adorable character as well as Aaron. I loved the fact there were no stupid ‘misunderstandings’ that they were adults, they communicated. Both are so believable and likeable. This is a great read, wonderful for holiday reading or a book to read when you want to feel happy. Thoroughly recommended to make you smile.


Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

I love the village of Middledip where many of Sue Moorcroft’s books are set and must admit I was a tiny bit disappointed to hear that this new book wasn’t going to be set there. But I needn’t have been concerned as I loved the new location of quiet Nelson’s Bar. In many ways, it sounded idyllic. A tiny coastal village in Norfolk with a beautiful secluded beach, a B&B but not much else. I’m not so sure I’d manage the internet and phone ‘not-spot’ though, but can see why it would have its appeal.

A Summer to Remember is about Clancy Moss who takes a job as a caretaker at Roundhouse Row following the rather public breakdown of her relationship and loss of her job. She is delighted to be able to hideaway in Nelson’s Bar and, for a while anyway, take on this undemanding job. Not everyone is pleased to see her though as her cousin Alice, who has a half share in the Roundhouse, is definitely not a popular person in Nelson’s Bar and people associate Clancy with Alice. One person who sees this as very unfair is gardener Aaron.

There are several characters who have been damaged by the break down of relationships sometimes in quite sudden ways. We see the profound effect this can have on someone’s mental health and the different ways of coping. Clancy is such a likeable character and I really admired the way she was determined to put the past behind her and make the most of her new life. On the otherhand, there is the whirlwind that is Alice who comes back to the village oblivious to what this may mean to anyone else. She was rather a selfish person to be honest and just when Clancy was settled, seemed to threaten her stability. Aaron is also a character it was really easy to like. He was of course, rather gorgeous but also a steady, caring and conscientious person. He would always try to stick up for Clancy when his family seemed determined to see and believe the worst of her.

Sue Moorcroft really is a superb storyteller. She writes the kind of books which reflect the highs and lows of everyday life, where life doesn’t always run smoothly but where love ultimately wins the day, whatever form that love takes. As in real life, there are annoying and inconsiderate people and there are caring and thoughtful people, there are obstacles to be overcome, there are worries and sadnesses, there are lighter moments and there is happiness. A Summer to Remember is a really enjoyable book and definitely one to consider if you are starting to plan your summer holiday reading.

I’ve read a few of Sue’s books and always enjoyed them, so I was looking forward to reading this.

I enjoyed the story about Clancy and Aaron, both were extremely likeable characters and there was a good amount chemistry.

However, I didn’t love this book. I note from the author’s foreword that she admits to struggling to write this at times, and unfortunately I feel this comes across. Some of the other characters didn’t feel as well written somehow and the story was a bit clunky at times.

So this is a nice light read, but not one of her best.

3.5 stars

Thank you to Avon and Netgalley for the arc and the opportunity to read this book in exchange for my review.

I am sorry this was just not my type of book. I do like romance but this was too long. I prefer shorter romantic stories that I can get lost in for a few hours. I know some of my friends will really enjoy this book.

Thank you to Netgalley for my copy.

I discovered Sue Moorcroft over the holidays with her marvelous story, A Christmas Gift which really touched my heart. When I saw her newest book, A Summer to Remember, I could not wait to read it. Actually, at the time I got it, the book was simply titled "New Book by Sue Moorcroft" but I knew that regardless I would love it - and I did!

Clancy has had the worst of all luck - her fiancé has dumped her for his former lover which left Clancy homeless and also jobless since she, her fiancé and their best friends all worked at a start-up that they built from the ground up. Somehow, it became Clancy who was the odd man out of the equation but, because she was the financial wiz of the group, at least she walked away with resources. Her cousin, Alice, was part owner of seaside inn in need of a caretaker so Clancy packs up her things and without much thought, she heads off to Nelson's Bar, an inlet on the sea not a place to drink, and sets up shop on a tiny piece of land where everyone knows one another, is not fond of her cousin Alice, there is no cell reception and where Alice's ex-fiancé lives along with his brother, Adam, who is the co-owner of the inn. A lot of exes in this story but it works. Trust me, it isn't nearly as confusing as I just made it sound. Naturally there is an on-again, off-again romance between Clancy and Adam but there is much conflict and baggage that it seems that the two of them are not to be together.

What I found most intriguing about A Summer to Remember, is the aspect that I enjoy in all of Moorcroft's books - the value and realism of her characters. Each of them, from the main characters to the secondary ones, are very vivid and real. They are extremely flawed just as we all are. They are bad tempered, sometimes rude, some very prejudiced, all of whom are growing and changing throughout the book. There is a pair of young men in this book whose secondary storyline was so poignant and brilliantly told that, for me, they became a very integral part of the story itself. I came to care for those two lads quite a lot. When talking with Ms. Moorcroft about the book she told me a bit about the research that she did regarding these two young men and their story and what I learned made their characters even more meaningful. I would encourage you to read A Summer to Remember just for these two fellows and their story alone. Except that I loved every single person in the book, even the snippy older townspeople who were far too opinionated for me and reminded me of some of my own neighbors.

I absolutely loved A Summer to Remember. It's a marvelous summer read, a fabulous women's lit book and a great general fiction tale. I highly recommend it! And now, of course, I have to sit it here and anxiously wait for her next book. <sigh> You will find me in the "M" section of the bookstore.

Thank you to #Netgalley, @SueMoorcroft, and @AvonBooksUK for my copy of my new favorite book.