Beach House Rules - a group of women come together to support each other in this warm, uplifting story.

Charlotte Sitterly's peaceful life in Juniper Shores, N.C., is turned upside down when her husband Bill is arrested for fraud. Former New Yorker Charlotte and her teenage daughter Iris can't access their beachfront home, and the family's assets are frozen. Alice Bailey, a forty-five-year-old widow, offers them a place in her "mommune," a former bed and breakfast now hosting two single mothers and their children. Though unconventional, the beach house provides Charlotte and Iris with the perfect refuge and support system as Charlotte becomes convinced of Bill's innocence and wants to help clear his name. Initially unhappy with her new living situation, which included rules such as limiting cell phone use, Iris comes to enjoy it, especially with the high school's star quarterback also living there. Meanwhile, everything happening in this small town seems to appear in the anonymous posts of @JuniperShoresSocialite, including gossip and rumors about the "mommune" residents.

Kristy Woodson Harvey consistently delivers engaging and charming books. Beach House Rules, packed with delightful characters, will capture your heart. The women have interesting backstories, each striving to enhance their lives after serious setbacks. I also appreciated the realistic portrayal of the teenagers. This is a story about second chances, friendship, and found family. Save a spot in your beach bag for this warm and uplifting winner.

Many thanks to Gallery Books for the advance.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Contemporary Fiction.

Publication Date: May 27, 2025.

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