Beach Vibes

by Susan Mallery

Overview

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery comes an unforgettable beach read about love, secrets, betrayal and the family we’re born into—and the one we choose for ourselves, perfect for fans of Emily Giffin and Mary Kay Andrews.

What would you do if you caught your brother cheating on your best friend?

While Beth is proud of her Malibu beach shop, Surf Sandwiches, she's even prouder of her charismatic brother Rick, who rose from foster care through surgical residency. She makes subs, he saves lives. Life takes a turn for the happy after she finds out Rick is dating her new best friend, Jana. Then Jana’s handsome brother adds even more sparkle to Beth’s days...and nights.

But when she catches Rick with another woman—like, with-with—her visions of an idyllic family future disappear in one awful instant. Either she betrays her brother, or she keeps his secret and risks losing the man she loves and her best friend.

Love and loyalty collide with secrets and betrayal in this witty and emotional tale about the lengths we’ll go to for family, from Susan Mallery, New York Times bestselling author of The Boardwalk Bookshop.

Discover more heartwarming tales by Susan Mallery:

• One Big Happy Family
• The Summer Book Club
• The Happiness Plan
• Home Sweet Christmas
• The Boardwalk Bookshop

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781335402530
Publisher:	Harlequin
Publication date:	03/18/2025
Edition description:	Original
Pages:	384
Sales rank:	3,289
Product dimensions:	6.30(w) x 9.10(h) x 1.40(d)

About the Author

SUSAN MALLERY is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of novels about the relationships that shape women's lives—family, friendship, romance. Library Journal says, “Mallery is the master of blending emotionally believable characters in realistic situations," and readers seem to agree—40 million copies of her books have sold worldwide. Her warm, humorous stories make the world a happier place to live. She’s passionate about animal welfare, which shows in the many quirky animal characters she has created.Susan grew up in California and now lives in Seattle with her husband and adorable poodle. Visit her at SusanMallery.com.

Editorial Reviews

★ 01/01/2025

Beth, newly divorced, and Jana, a single mom, meet while volunteering at the local food bank and become friends, but their friendship is tested when they date each other's brothers and become caught up in a drama of unexpected revelations, hurt feelings, and family loyalties. Per her usual, Mallery ("Mischief Bay" and "Happily Inc." series; One Big Happy Family), a queen of romance, populates her novel with believable, flawed protagonists; in this case, two women who are overcoming setbacks from their past, plus a lively cast of supporting characters, such as Kai, a young surfer who imparts wise advice. The sunny California setting (surfers, actors, and lunches on the beach) compliments the hopeful vibe that is Mallery's trademark, even as characters deal with serious issues. There are some brief but steamy bedroom scenes, humorous exchanges, and surprising turns that will have readers asking themselves what they would do in that situation. VERDICT Multi-published Mallery is at her best here. This is a fast read that's sure to delight her fans and provoke discussion for book clubs.—Sonia Reppe

Library Journal