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A swoon-worthy romance novel set in the picturesque small-town charm of Monhegan, Maine, where a former child star seeks a second chance at life and love, only to be swept off her feet by a grumpy, handsome sheriff, his adorable niece, and a past that just won’t stay buried.
Monhegan, Maine: a picturesque island located twelve miles from the mainland.
Population: sixty-eight. Well, sixty-nine if you count Elizabeth Sweet, Monhegan’s newest resident and retired child star.
When Elizabeth steps off the boat, she’s ready to be charmed by the island that holds the sweetest memories from her childhood. A place so remote that even the relentless media wouldn’t think to follow her here. Instead, she’s met with nothing but exasperation.
“Summer people.” The words are muttered like a curse, almost a growl. No one seems particularly thrilled about her arrival, least of all the grumpy sheriff, who acts as if her presence is a personal offense.
Stupidly handsome and never seen without his loyal golden retriever, Bing, Sheriff Fisher Jones communicates mostly in grunts. Unfortunately for him, Elizabeth isn’t going anywhere. They’re neighbors, after all, and his niece, Sutton, like every other eight-year-old in America, is utterly obsessed with her.
Summer on Monhegan isn’t anything like Elizabeth expected, and neither is Fisher. She hasn’t figured out why he’s so surly, just as she isn’t ready to share what she’s running from.
But as the days pass, Elizabeth finds the islanders burrowing deeper into her heart. And Fisher may not be far behind. Still, it might all be for nothing if her past finally catches up with her. Because, in the end, she might be destined to be nothing more than one of the summer people.
©2025 Brittanee Nicole, Jenni Bara (P)2025 Simon & Schuster AudioListeners also enjoyed...




















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Full cast!
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Amazing multicast!
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Cute
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The narration done by Samantha Brentmoor, Connor Crais, Angelina Rocco, Teddy Hamilton and Avery Caris couldn’t have been more amazing! Each of these narrators brought so much life to the story and characters!
Best Summer Listen!
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such a funny, sweet book
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Good read, great listen!
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LA girl on a small island.
Narration was perfect!
Perfect Summer Read
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The story
Former child star Elizabeth Sweet seeks refuge on Monhegan Island, Maine a picturesque, remote place where she spent happy childhood summers and hopes to escape the relentless media. But the islanders aren’t thrilled about her arrival, especially grumpy sheriff Fisher Jones, who treats her presence as a personal inconvenience. He’s surly, guarded, and never far from his loyal golden retriever, Bing. Despite his attitude, Elizabeth quickly bonds with his niece Sutton, who is starstruck by her. As summer unfolds, Elizabeth and Fisher grow closer, each hiding their own painful pasts. But when secrets surface and her old life threatens her new beginning, Elizabeth must decide if she’s destined to remain just a “summer person” – or if she’s finally found a place, and someone, to call home.
What I liked
✔️ Fantastic narration – the star ensemble brought the characters to life with authentic emotion.
✔️ Beautiful small-town island setting with vivid, cosy details.
✔️ Grumpy sheriff MMC with a soft heart hidden under layers of gruffness.
✔️ A storyline that isn’t just romance – real tension and mystery kept me hooked.
✔️ Sweet moments with Sutton and Bing adding warmth and humour.
🎧 Narration
This star-studded cast nailed it. Their performances captured every emotion perfectly, immersing me completely in Elizabeth and Fisher’s story.
Tropes
✔️ Grumpy / sunshine
✔️ Small town romance
✔️ Celebrity hiding out
✔️ Single guardian MMC
✔️ Slow burn with real emotional connection
✔️ Niece/uncle dynamic adding warmth
✔️ Past secrets / hidden trauma
✔️ Forced proximity (neighbors)
✔️ Redemption / second chance at life
Final thoughts
Summer People combines a charming small-town romance with genuine emotional stakes and a touch of suspense. With its grumpy yet swoon-worthy sheriff, a sweet child side character, and a FMC learning to love herself and life again, it’s the perfect summer listen. Brittanee Nicole and Jenni Bara continue to prove why they’re on my automatic read/listen list.
Small-town romance and a touch of suspense
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Summer People = Summer Perfection!
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Definitely worth the hype
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