The Summer Swap

By: Sarah Morgan

Narrated by: Dara Rosenberg

From the author of The Book Club Hotel, a widow's plan to spend the summer in Cape Cod is upended by an unexpected guest and a secret that could change everything... Perfect for fans of Rebecca Serle and Jennifer Weiner.

"The perfect summer novel—sharp, smart and so much fun!" —Viola Shipman, USA TODAY bestselling author, on The Island Villa

Cecilia Lapthorne always vowed she’d never go back to Dune Cottage. So no one is more surprised than Cecilia to find herself escaping her seventy-fifth birthday party to return to the remote Cape Cod cottage—a place filled with memories. Some are good—especially memories of the early days with her husband, volatile artist Cameron. But then there are the memories she has revealed to no one.

After dropping out of medical school, aspiring artist Lily is cleaning houses on the Cape to get by, guilt-ridden for disappointing her parents. Unoccupied for years, Dune Cottage seems the perfect place to hide away and lick her wounds—until Cecilia unexpectedly arrives. Despite an awkward beginning, Lily accepts Cecilia’s invitation to stay on as her guest, and a flicker of kinship ignites.

Then Todd, Cecilia’s grandson—and Lily’s unrequited crush—shows up, sending a shock wave through their unlikely friendship. Will Lily find the courage to live the life she wants? Can Cecilia finally let go of the past to find a new future? Because as surely as the tide erases past footprints, this summer is offering both Cecilia and Lily the chance to swap old dreams for new…

Don't miss the latest Christmas book from Sarah Morgan where the Balfour family will have more secrets to unwrap than presents, A Merry Little Lie!

More captivating stories by Sarah Morgan:

• ⁠The Holiday Cottage
• Other People's Summers
• The Island Villa
• The Book Club Hotel

Read Another Skip This

Sadly, I found the characters in this book very superficial and I didn’t have any particular interest in any of them. I’ve read several of‘Sarahs books, but this one is one of those I would not recommend to a someone else to read.

slow start yet ended well

This book started slow for me. As I listened, the story and characters started to evolve and get intertwined which kept my attention. The storyline were well developed. The characters were real like and believable. Overall was a good book.

Happy ending!

Good flow! Great characters! Could picture the location and characters,which always makes for a happy read/listen!

For the Generations

I love this author and have listened to several of hers. But I mostly loved this one because people of all ages were working on relationships, grief, and forgiveness. I love multi-generational books like this.

Loved it!

This was a great read! A book should take you away from everyday life and this food just that!