The Summer Club

by Hannah McKinnon

Book Overview

Hannah McKinnon, the acclaimed author of the "charming and warm-hearted" (PopSugar) The Summer House, returns with a fresh beach read about a group of outsiders threatening the status quo at an exclusive New England beach club.

Mayhaven is the best keep secret in Massachusetts. Tucked between old cedars and a spring-fed lake, the Mayhaven beach club has long been the ultimate escape to understated exclusivity. It's the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1668025183
• ISBN13: 9781668025185
• Release Date: July 2024
• Publisher: Atria Books
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.3" x 8.2"

Customer Reviews

3.75 stars

THE SUMMER CLUB by Hannah McKinnon Despite the title of this book, this isn’t your average lighthearted beach read. This story has a lot of depth, heart and addresses a few serious topics. As expected there’s a lot of the typical affluent country club politics; “the haves vs. the have-nots”. There’s talk about golf, the ins and outs of managing a beach club and family drama with some teenage angst thrown in. While Stan and Spencer felt like caricatures, the rest of the characters (Ned, Darcey and Flick) made up for it. I liked the Birch family and related to their individual struggles and circumstances. Additionally, I appreciate the way the author portrayed a neurodivergent character with sensitivity and awareness. The ending, while satisfying, felt rushed as there were still a few loose ends and questions left unanswered (Spencer? thefts?). Perhaps there’s a sequel in the works? Overall, a quick summer drama that would be a good choice if you’re in need of a palate cleanser. Rating: 3.75/5 ⭐️