Such a fun cute read with lots of laughter! Love the small town romance. Definitely would recommend to anyone looking for a feel good read. First book I've read by this author and definitely will be reading more by her!

I rated this book 2.5 stars. Unfortunately this book just didn't grip me. I really had to push myself to finish it to give an authentic review.
The characters felt basic however I loved the description of the world around them, the characters themselves felt flat.
It was cute and what I call fluffy in parts and was an easy read, just wasn't captivating. I found it very predictable and wanted more banter, more flirting and angst/tension between the pair. Not an awful book but not my favourite. A cute little summer read if you need a wee palette cleanser.

Jade Taylor is looking for a new job and she applies to Little Bay Book Shack on Nantucket Island for the summer. She is looking for a change in a relaxing environment.

I had a hard time reading this book and did not finish it around 20%. I did love the descriptions of Nantucket and how beautiful it is.

Loved the story about an English girl going to the US to work in a bookshop and meeting a hotel owner - and falling for him. It was easy to sympathise and even empathise with the characters and how they felt. Great ending .
I am not so sure I liked the stereotypical descriptions of the 2 characters though. It felt a little sexist.

This is such a delightful read! Set in Nantucket, the vivid descriptions of the island truly highlight its charm—charming cobblestone streets, a picturesque marina filled with boats, and the stunning weather all make it an ideal backdrop for a romance. Jade is the heroine I didn’t know I needed—fun, relatable, and down-to-earth. I loved the enemies-to-lovers-to-enemies-again dynamic between her and Liam! Jade was so easy to root for as she navigated finding love, a fulfilling relationship, and a job that truly suited her. Liam, the brooding hero, was the kind of character I instantly knew I’d love!

Jade spent three months running a small bookshop in a cozy little shack, and it was such a joy to follow her journey—doing my dream job in a place I now can’t wait to visit again! Nantucket is somewhere I’ve been, but now I’m eager to return after experiencing the island through this story. The tension between Liam and Jade was so captivating, and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen between them. The luxurious setting and the adorable bookshop made it all the more charming. The ending was perfect, and after reading this, I’ll definitely be picking up another one of Kathryn’s books!

This book had a cute cover and the synopsis sounded interesting to me. I was happy to have received an eARC and devoured it in two days.

This story is about Jade, a British girl who gets a job as a bookstore manager on Nantucket for the summer. She’s has always felt like she was never good enough for her family or her previous relationships.

She’s meets a brooding billionaire, Liam who is out to prove that he isn’t a failure after being abandoned by his mom and tormented at boarding school.

These two meet and develop a relationship, but are afraid to go all in because of what has always happened to them in the past. Are they able to get over their past and let love win?

I most definitely shed some tears reading this book. I’d give it an easy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! It was a quick read, held my attention and left me wanting more!

Love Kathryn’s books so was happy to receive this one for a review. I love that it is set in Nantucket,great views and beaches. Jade is over there from England for 3 months to work in the quaint book shop,she loves books and she would like to get into publishing. Liam owns one of the big resorts on the island and is having to manage it at the moment as his manager has moved away. Jade has a few days before she starts her job and her and Liam bump into each other. They are immediately attracted to each other and end up spending time together. Liam takes Jade onto his yacht and one things leads to another. Liam can’t control himself around Jade and he can’t get enough of her. Things take a turn when Liam finds out he is going to be Jades boss. He has been trying to buy the book shop and wharf for some time and eventually gets it. He wants to knock it down and build cottages for tourists. Jade is not happy that Liam didn’t tell her he was going to be her boss and then his plans. Liam keeps his emotions well hidden,he has been hurt a few times and his Mum left him when he was young so he was brought up by his Grandma who is his world. Liam went to boarding school and hated it,he was bullied because he didn’t come from money so he was determined to do well for himself.Jade,too,has been hurt by 2 previous boyfriends who didn’t treat her well. Jeremy works for Liam but doesn’t put up with his broodiness and can see he is falling for Jade. Jade wants to show Liam he should keep the bookshop and they get a group together. Despite trying to keep away from each other,Liam and Jade are drawn together and spend a lot of time together. You must read the book to see where things take them,they navigate so many ups and downs but I just wanted them to find there happy ever after. You won’t be disappointed.

I wasn’t feeling it. The premise of the book sounded interesting but execution was lacking and plot turns were certainly a choice. Overall, too little substance and too much insta lust without any real character chemistry.

A brilliant romance in the most magical
Of settings, Kathryn Freeman is one of my favorite authors and this didn’t disappoint. I’ve never been to Nantucket but the evocative descriptions left me yearning to go. The characters themselves are fabulous and well rounded, Jade in particular is a ray of sunshine but not without her issues. Her taming of Liam and their romantic and at times stormy relationship keep the pages turning to the last. With a colorful cast of background characters this book is everything an escapist romance should be. Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Emily Henry and Carley Fortune.

Thank you so much for the early read! I adored this book, the setting and especially Liam and Jade. Loved how it centers around her love of books and trying to cut through his tough exterior. Great read!!

This was an insta lust very spicy read. I really liked the premise of this book, I love stories set in bookshops. Jade and Liam had a lot of chemistry and I felt they fell into bed a bit too fast for me.

Their backstories were touching and well thought out. Seeing the heartache Liam had growing up and the feelings or inadequacy from Jade made them so much more relatable. The plot was a bit predictable for me, but the sense of community and friendship was nice to see unfolding.

This was an uncomplicated read, ideal for summer beach reading.

This book had me laughing and giggling through most of the story. The main character is so quirky, and her little reactions to things were so genuine and cute. I would definitely recommend picking up this book.

I loved this book! It is absolutely jam packed with sizzling hot romance. The characters are so perfect. A real easy to read fun book.

What a sweet story! The description and setting on the coast were so immersive and felt nostalgic to summers on the water. I loved the plot and the character development between the love interests. The protagonist was relatable and her personality was fun. Would recommend!

I was not a huge fan of this book. It was too spicy for my taste and it felt to insta lust for my taste and it felt like they did not have real love.

This year, Booked for Summer will be a charming beach read. It was simple to read, and I adored Jade, the protagonist. Naturally, I'm fantasizing about visiting Nantucket because I adored the descriptions. the novel was enjoyable enough!

I was excited for this book after reading the description, but I very quickly realized that it wasn’t for me. I was immediately annoyed by the narration style and by Jade especially as a FMC. There was spice and lust from the very beginning which was a bit much in my opinion. I really couldn’t get into it and after reading for a while, I wasn’t interested in reading any more.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the eARC.

When Jade leaves the UK to manage a bookstore in Nantucket, she's hoping to prove to herself and her family that she can succeed in business. When she mistakes the owner of the local resort for the ferry transport, she adds having a little fun to her list. But when her new fling buys the bookstore she's working in, sparks fly... And not in a good way.

This novel is a great beach read or a dose of escapism for readers who don't mind a little spice in their romances. If you like the enemies to lovers trope, you'll enjoy this lovers to enemies to lovers novel.

Booked for Summer by Kathryn Freeman offers a lighthearted romance set against a summer backdrop. The story follows the developing relationship between the protagonists which is set on Nantucket, providing readers with a pleasant escape. However, I felt that certain plot elements lacked depth, and the character development could have been more well thought out. One of my biggest pain points with this book is that the MMC is supposed to be American but will often slip in what I can only assume is British terms or ways of speaking which removed me from the story. While I enjoyed this book, I would say its a nice to read and not need to read.