Fun read for a lazy summer's day
350798
This wasn't my favorite of Hilderbrand's books, but it was a good story and it held my interest.  I absolutely loved SUMMER PEOPLE and THE BLUE BISTRO, however, and am looking forward to reading the author's other books.  One of her strengths as a writer is her impeccable research and knowledge of Nantucket and the way she makes her settings come alive.
1220570
Fun book. I would choose it for a summer read or after reading something heavy. That is when I read it and it was perfect. It wasn't very deep but it had a few twists that make it more fun.
1586887
I thought it was a nice lighthearted summer read.  The characters were quirky which made for enjoyable reading.
91027
A light easy read perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon.  The right combination of faery whimsy and modern.  Sucked me right in!
2544889
A good way to spend an afternoon.  Light fare but a fun read.  Realistic characters and very normal activities that lead to a satisfying resolution.  Kate is a very nosy New mommy who enjoys a mystery.
1252833
Nothing quite says summer like the release of a new Nancy Thayer novel. This novel is about Darcy Cotterill, a librarian divorcee who calls Nantucket home.  Darcy lives a quiet life on the island until her ex-husband and family move into the vacation home next door.  The summer brings many twists and turns for Darcy, as she tries to navigate new loves and old flames and new friends who will leave at the end of the summer.  Though the plot is somewhat predictable, this is still an enjoyable story.  Secrets in Summer is a fun and easy read that's perfect for a weekend afternoon in the sun.  The star of the novel is the island of Nantucket, as is the case in most of Thayer's novel, and this is part of the charm.  If you are looking for prize-winning writing, then choose another book.  But, if you like an entertaining book to help you relax on a lazy day, then this is a wonderful choice.
4371575
Quite liked this book a nice little read for a lazy weekend. If you like her books give it a go
135180
This is a retelling of the My Fair Lady story told in a contemporary setting. Is it realistic?  Not really but it is fun for just reading by the pool or on  your back porch this summer.

Lucy Jo Ellis is a down on her luck would be fashion designer who has just been fired from her job as a peon assistant to a fashion designer.  She is standing in the rain after being fired and meets Wyatt Hayes IV, a debonair and wealthy upper crust New Yorker.

Wyatt Hayes is also a PHd anthropologist who has decided to write a book about transforming a nobody into a socialite.  He decides after meeting Lucy that she is the nobody that he will transform into New York's reigning socialite.  He will then "out her" in his book.  All this will be unknown to Lucy.

Lucy is hired and promises to transform her and he does.  Lucy becomes the toast of Manhattan.  Again this is light and fluffy but a fun read if you are looking for something for a lazy afternoon. It was fun and readable.
3660368
This was a fun lighthearted who done it I enjoyed reading it, but I'm not sure I would seek out other books by this author. Great for a summer/beach distraction.
3592788
Easy to read, lots of fun, a good summer vacation read. Don't expect any great uplifting ideas.
3084307
Enjoyable way to spend an afternoon - likeable characters - easy reading.
2952622
Downloaded this to my kindle for a book to read on my weekend away. Some great characters (Min!). A fun, quick read that held my interest throughout.
3810774
This was a pretty fun read. It started out a bit like a romance novel and i thought it might not be right for me. However this is pool and beachside reading season, so I kept with it a bit and enjoyed some of the twists and turns. It's definitely light reading, but this is great for a relaxing escape.
1057174
A good lazy weekend read.  A knowledge of finance might be required for you to like it -- there is not much exposition on the topic in which the characters play.  I like that, but some will be lost.  That said, this is less a finance and more of a character story exploring thoughts and motivations.

Some characters are very engaging and leaving you wanting more.  Others I had to power through their POV chapters.
570925
This is your typical chic lit. Great for a lazy summer day.  As a lawyer working in banking and finance just like the main characther, I'm very impressed by Kinsella's background check and how she captures the work in lawfirms. This book will not change your life but it will make you laugh.
945841
I always love those light and fluffy guilty pleasure reads that I can devour sitting out under the sun. And while Spoiled wasn't as good as I was hoping, it definitely satisfied my need for something fun and breezy for my first full day of summer vacation.

At sixteen, Molly had a lot on her plate and I really felt for her, even though she was living the high life in some sense. After her mother dies, Molly learns her father is the famous movie star Brick Berlin. She also discovers she has a half sister, Brooke. Reading about the ups and downs of Brooke and Molly's lives was entertaining and even though they seemed to have the perfect lives, there was still more to them than met the eye.

Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan were a great writing team and I enjoyed reading about Brooke and Molly. They also really knew their celebrity gossip. The Kardashians and Tom Cruise were just a few of the names dropped in this book. I think it made the story that much more realistic even though the girls' father was a fictional George Clooney/Brad Pitt- esque celebrity- Brick Berlin. Cocks and Morgan's knowledge of the Hollywood world definitely payed off in this story and it was interesting hearing about the different projects Brick was involved in and how much the paparazzi can impact the life of a star and those close to them.

The story is told in the perspectives of both Molly and Brooke so we get to better understand both girls and what they are dealing with. I liked some of the friends Molly made in LA, but I felt like her romantic interest was a little unnecessary. I never really felt they had a connection and things were never fully explained at the end.

While I did have a few complaints about Spoiled, it was overall what I had been hoping for- a light, star-filled novel that proved being the child of a famous star may not be all it is cracked up to be. Molly and Brooke learn a lot about themselves and each other as the novel progresses and I ended up liking both of them a lot. All in all, I liked this book and it brought a smile to my face. It was a perfect read for the start of summer vacation.

Overall: 3.5 out of 5 stars
3704220
It's a fun summer read.  I recommend it for a good escape.