Blame It On The Bikini: Sweet, feel-good romance!
"I cannot wait for more of this series, I want everybody's backstory and everybody's happy ever after. And if there's an empty apartment at Ocean Shores, it's mine!! " Robin - Goodreads

She traded courtrooms for camera clicks. He traded affection for acquisition. When sparks fly, will they burn down each other's plans—or light up something real?

Lexie Price ditched her high-stress law career to chase the next great photo—and help her aunt run the most delightfully chaotic beachside apartment complex in Ocean Shores.

Enter Grayson Holt: Harvard MBA, all-business, zero-fun, and laser-focused on selling the building for a massive profit. Lexie's not about to let that happen—not on her watch.

Before any deal can close, Grayson's sentimental father throws down one unexpected condition: Live at Ocean Shores for a full month.

Suddenly, Grayson is knee-deep in friendly neighbors, sandy chaos... and one infuriating and irresistible photographer. Between Lexie's camera, her stubborn streak, and that pink bikini, Grayson's carefully structured world starts to unravel. She's not what he came for. But she might be everything he needs.

And if his heart gets involved? Well, he's going to have to blame it on the bikini.

Don't miss the next book in the sweet, fun, heartwarming contemporary romance series: OCEAN SHORES by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Barbara Freethy. In the sun-soaked paradise of Oceanside, California where the ocean pounds the shore, surfers ride the early morning waves, and the local military base sends roaring jets into the sky, sits a large apartment building filled with interesting and quirky tenants, possible love connections, and more than a few secrets! Once you come to visit, you'll never want to leave!

Popular tropes in this series include: grumpy sunshine, workplace rivals, opposites attract, wounded hero, makeshift parenthood, forced proximity, redemption, humor and heartwarming romance.


PRAISE FOR THE OCEAN SHORES SERIES:

"Sweet and salty leaves a delicious aftertaste on the heart. Summer Loving is a feast of the senses that has addiction written all over it. Freethy gives a glimpse into her lighter side with irresistible characters, unpredictable emotions and unforgettable romance." Isha on Summer Loving - Goodreads

"This book was filled with romance, beautiful scenery and delicious food. I loved revisiting all the characters and atmosphere of Ocean Shores again, and I can't wait for the next book in this series! 5 Stars!" Kate on Summer Loving – Goodreads

"The story grabbed me immediately and made me fall in love with it. The characters were well-developed and multi-faceted, not only the two main characters but all the minor ones as well. The location is a place I would want to visit, and the Ocean Shores community is where I would like to live. I am excited to read the next one as soon as it's ready." Bonnie – Goodreads on Hopelessly Romantic
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Blame It On The Bikini: Sweet, feel-good romance!
"I cannot wait for more of this series, I want everybody's backstory and everybody's happy ever after. And if there's an empty apartment at Ocean Shores, it's mine!! " Robin - Goodreads

She traded courtrooms for camera clicks. He traded affection for acquisition. When sparks fly, will they burn down each other's plans—or light up something real?

Lexie Price ditched her high-stress law career to chase the next great photo—and help her aunt run the most delightfully chaotic beachside apartment complex in Ocean Shores.

Enter Grayson Holt: Harvard MBA, all-business, zero-fun, and laser-focused on selling the building for a massive profit. Lexie's not about to let that happen—not on her watch.

Before any deal can close, Grayson's sentimental father throws down one unexpected condition: Live at Ocean Shores for a full month.

Suddenly, Grayson is knee-deep in friendly neighbors, sandy chaos... and one infuriating and irresistible photographer. Between Lexie's camera, her stubborn streak, and that pink bikini, Grayson's carefully structured world starts to unravel. She's not what he came for. But she might be everything he needs.

And if his heart gets involved? Well, he's going to have to blame it on the bikini.

Don't miss the next book in the sweet, fun, heartwarming contemporary romance series: OCEAN SHORES by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Barbara Freethy. In the sun-soaked paradise of Oceanside, California where the ocean pounds the shore, surfers ride the early morning waves, and the local military base sends roaring jets into the sky, sits a large apartment building filled with interesting and quirky tenants, possible love connections, and more than a few secrets! Once you come to visit, you'll never want to leave!

Popular tropes in this series include: grumpy sunshine, workplace rivals, opposites attract, wounded hero, makeshift parenthood, forced proximity, redemption, humor and heartwarming romance.


PRAISE FOR THE OCEAN SHORES SERIES:

"Sweet and salty leaves a delicious aftertaste on the heart. Summer Loving is a feast of the senses that has addiction written all over it. Freethy gives a glimpse into her lighter side with irresistible characters, unpredictable emotions and unforgettable romance." Isha on Summer Loving - Goodreads

"This book was filled with romance, beautiful scenery and delicious food. I loved revisiting all the characters and atmosphere of Ocean Shores again, and I can't wait for the next book in this series! 5 Stars!" Kate on Summer Loving – Goodreads

"The story grabbed me immediately and made me fall in love with it. The characters were well-developed and multi-faceted, not only the two main characters but all the minor ones as well. The location is a place I would want to visit, and the Ocean Shores community is where I would like to live. I am excited to read the next one as soon as it's ready." Bonnie – Goodreads on Hopelessly Romantic
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Blame It On The Bikini: Sweet, feel-good romance!

Blame It On The Bikini: Sweet, feel-good romance!

by Barbara Freethy
Blame It On The Bikini: Sweet, feel-good romance!

Blame It On The Bikini: Sweet, feel-good romance!

by Barbara Freethy

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"I cannot wait for more of this series, I want everybody's backstory and everybody's happy ever after. And if there's an empty apartment at Ocean Shores, it's mine!! " Robin - Goodreads

She traded courtrooms for camera clicks. He traded affection for acquisition. When sparks fly, will they burn down each other's plans—or light up something real?

Lexie Price ditched her high-stress law career to chase the next great photo—and help her aunt run the most delightfully chaotic beachside apartment complex in Ocean Shores.

Enter Grayson Holt: Harvard MBA, all-business, zero-fun, and laser-focused on selling the building for a massive profit. Lexie's not about to let that happen—not on her watch.

Before any deal can close, Grayson's sentimental father throws down one unexpected condition: Live at Ocean Shores for a full month.

Suddenly, Grayson is knee-deep in friendly neighbors, sandy chaos... and one infuriating and irresistible photographer. Between Lexie's camera, her stubborn streak, and that pink bikini, Grayson's carefully structured world starts to unravel. She's not what he came for. But she might be everything he needs.

And if his heart gets involved? Well, he's going to have to blame it on the bikini.

Don't miss the next book in the sweet, fun, heartwarming contemporary romance series: OCEAN SHORES by #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Barbara Freethy. In the sun-soaked paradise of Oceanside, California where the ocean pounds the shore, surfers ride the early morning waves, and the local military base sends roaring jets into the sky, sits a large apartment building filled with interesting and quirky tenants, possible love connections, and more than a few secrets! Once you come to visit, you'll never want to leave!

Popular tropes in this series include: grumpy sunshine, workplace rivals, opposites attract, wounded hero, makeshift parenthood, forced proximity, redemption, humor and heartwarming romance.


PRAISE FOR THE OCEAN SHORES SERIES:

"Sweet and salty leaves a delicious aftertaste on the heart. Summer Loving is a feast of the senses that has addiction written all over it. Freethy gives a glimpse into her lighter side with irresistible characters, unpredictable emotions and unforgettable romance." Isha on Summer Loving - Goodreads

"This book was filled with romance, beautiful scenery and delicious food. I loved revisiting all the characters and atmosphere of Ocean Shores again, and I can't wait for the next book in this series! 5 Stars!" Kate on Summer Loving – Goodreads

"The story grabbed me immediately and made me fall in love with it. The characters were well-developed and multi-faceted, not only the two main characters but all the minor ones as well. The location is a place I would want to visit, and the Ocean Shores community is where I would like to live. I am excited to read the next one as soon as it's ready." Bonnie – Goodreads on Hopelessly Romantic

Product Details

BN ID: 2940184312965
Publisher: Fog City Publishing
Publication date: 09/09/2025
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook

About the Author

About The Author
Barbara Freethy is a #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of ninety novels ranging from contemporary romance to romantic suspense and mystery thrillers! For more information, visit her website at barbarafreethy.com
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