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Summer at the Shore

(Seashell Bay #2)

V.K. Sykes

4.03 · Rating details · 176 ratings · 53 reviews

JUST A SUMMER FLING?

Morgan Merrifield sacrificed her teaching career to try to save her family's bed-and-breakfast and care for her younger sister. She can't let herself get distracted by Ryan Butler. After all, the rugged ex-Special Forces soldier is only in Seashell Bay for the summer. But her longtime crush soon flares into real desire—and with one irresistible kiss, sh ...more

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Feb 16, 2015 Carole (Carole's Random Life in Books) rated it liked it

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3 Stars

I liked this book. I really enjoyed the first book in this series and couldn't wait to spend a little more time in Seashell Bay. I thought it was great to see so many of the characters from the first book making appearances in this installment but I do think that this book could be read just fine as a stand alone novel.

Morgan is trying her best to save the Bed & Breakfast that her family has owned for years and take care of her sister. This review can also be found at Carole's Random Life.

3 Stars

I liked this book. I really enjoyed the first book in this series and couldn't wait to spend a little more time in Seashell Bay. I thought it was great to see so many of the characters from the first book making appearances in this installment but I do think that this book could be read just fine as a stand alone novel.

Morgan is trying her best to save the Bed & Breakfast that her family has owned for years and take care of her sister. She has left her life as a teacher on the mainland to try and make everything work. She needs to solve these problems quickly because the building is in disrepair and the business is losing money. When she sees Ryan on the ferry, she decides that he may be able help and makes him an offer.

Ryan is at a crossroads in his career and wants to spend some time on the island with friends and family. When he realizes that Morgan needs help, he accepts her offer of room and board in exchange for doing some repairs on the building. He quickly becomes a huge asset to the business.

I do have to say that I thought this book was missing some of the magic that I felt in the first installment. I liked Morgan and Ryan as a couple but they seemed to be missing some of the heat that I had hoped to see. There was no real obstacles keeping them apart besides themselves. It seemed like it took forever for the pair to act on anything. Don't get me wrong, the characters are great and I really liked Ryan a lot. I just had hoped to see a little more passion and romance. The island itself seemed a little too tame in this installment and I kind of missed the fireworks from the town in this book.

The story really picked up for me when Ryan saves the day at the Bed & Breakfast. He really makes a great hero and I thought that Morgan proved to be very strong. They were a nice couple in the end. The story takes a few predictable turns that end up in a feel good ending.

I would recommend this book to romance fans. This is the second book by the writing pair of V.K. Sykes that I have had a chance to read. I can't wait to see more for Seashell Bay.

I received an advance reader edition of this book from Forever (Grand Central Publishing) via NetGalley for the purpose of providing an honest review. ...more

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Jun 10, 2015 "Avonna rated it it was amazing

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This is the second book in a must read Romance series! I am very happy to have received this ebook from Forever (Grand Central Publishing) and Net Galley for an honest review because after having finished the first, I had to have this one as soon as possible.

The main couple, Morgan, a school teacher who must become an inn keeper and Ryan, exmilitary and military contractor on a break come together again after returning to Seashell Bay for the summer. The conflicts and trials are so realistic tha ...more

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Aug 31, 2019 Romancing the Book rated it it was amazing

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V.K. Skyes did an amazing job telling this love story. The most surprising part of this book for me was that it takes place in Maine, which is where I live. To be able to read the cities and towns they are visiting and know that I have been there and they are right down the street is something that I haven't experienced before.

This story is told from the point of view of Ryan and Morgan. I love the side dialog with their friends and family. The stor ...more

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Jun 26, 2015 1-Click Addict Support Group rated it really liked it

This was such a perfect summer read!

Ryan Butler is headed to his hometown, which happens to be a small island full of friends and neighbors who are more like an extended family. He runs into an old friend, Morgan, a local woman he's had to fight off an attraction to in the past. He's not looking to settle down on the tiny island he worked so hard to get away from, and she's not a one night kind of girl.

Morgan is trying to make a go of her parent's Inn, left to her and her sister after their de ...more

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Aug 10, 2015 Paula rated it it was amazing

If you have ever been to Maine’s coast then you can reminiscence about the wonderful area, if not then you can picture it by reading Summer at the Shore by V. K. Sykes. I felt as if I had caught the ferry or was there already walking the beach or maybe even kayaking. The setting is perfect for reading at the beach or for when you wish you could be reading at the beach.

Still this coming home story is honest about the good and the pitfalls of small island life. I enjoyed seeing Morgan and Ryan wo ...more

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Jul 01, 2015 Abigail Books Addiction rated it it was amazing

VK Sykes has a sweet yet passionate romance story that the reader will become addicted to her work! She has continue her stories in A Seashell Bay series. The second book in the series is Summer at the Shore. Reader will get reunite with familiar characters and new characters too. Fresh out of the boat, Ryan finally comes back into hometown that he gets reunite with Morgan. It has been awhile that Ryan is going to stay in town for awhile. Ryan is a hot yet sexy Alpha men that all women drool ove ...more

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May 01, 2015 Danielle rated it really liked it

When Ryan returns he wants to keep to himself and figure out a few things but Morgan has another idea. Although the attraction is their and growing strong these two just can't stay away from each other. Although they are good friends they are both trying to fight the attraction while saving the b&b.

I liked Morgan she is strong and independent. She asked Ryan to help get the b&b back in better shape but he goes above and beyond to try to make her and her sister happy which is super sweet since h ...more

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Apr 27, 2015 Karen rated it really liked it

The husband/wife team of V K Sykes has written a sweet small town romance that is a sure way to warm the readers heart. Set on an island town, Morgan is putting her teaching career on the back-burner as she struggles to help her sister save their family's worn and tired B & B. On the ferry ride to the island, she encounters fellow islander Ryan. Last year, they shared a dance and some sparks flew, but Ryan rarely visits the island and travels around the world. This time around, the sparks ignite ...more

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Jun 26, 2015 Isha Coleman rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

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I enjoy visiting Seashell Bay. Each story has a small town close knit community feel. Summer at the Shore is book 2 in the series and tells Morgan and Ryan's story. Each main characters is struggling with life-altering decisions. Morgan has returned home to take care of her sister and run the family business. Ryan is at a crossroads trying to find something that gives him purpose. As they find their footing in a familiar environment they are faced with new obstacles, choices and situations. The ...more

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Jun 10, 2017 Barbara rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

This story is about Morgan Merrifield who put aside her teaching career to help save her families B& B after her dad died. And Ryan Butler an ex-Special Forces soldier coming home to visit with his parents. Morgan has had a crush on Ryan for awhile but Ryan has no plans to settle down.As they spend time together does Ryan change his mind,or do they stay friends?I received a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.

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Jun 29, 2015 Amelia rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Sometimes plans change for a wide variety of reasons, yet what path a person ultimately decides to follow can vastly affect their future. Two people find life tossing unexpected challenges their way, and whether they listen to the deductions of their minds or what their heart is telling them may determine if they are ever truly happy. V. K. Sykes has constructed an extremely realistic setting for the Seashell Bay series, where folks are true-to-life and the locale is vividly described. Residents Sometimes plans change for a wide variety of reasons, yet what path a person ultimately decides to follow can vastly affect their future. Two people find life tossing unexpected challenges their way, and whether they listen to the deductions of their minds or what their heart is telling them may determine if they are ever truly happy. V. K. Sykes has constructed an extremely realistic setting for the Seashell Bay series, where folks are true-to-life and the locale is vividly described. Residents show their concern for others in positive ways, and their lively personalities come across as someone you would want to meet. The more I read about Seashell Bay Island, the more I wanted to be able to actually visit this charming place with a relaxing atmosphere. The good feeling derived from reading SUMMER AT THE SHORE will linger for a very long time.

After serving his country, Ryan Butler began a career where he was paid to protect others in often dangerous situations. Taking a break from his stressful job working for a military contractor, he has come home to visit his parents who still live on Seashell Bay Island, Maine, a place he has not regretted leaving. On the ferry going to the island, Ryan meets up with Morgan Merrifield. The two have known each other since they were small kids, and they sit together to talk about any recent happenings. One big event in her life was that her father passed away, and she had to give up teaching in order to help her sister keep the bed and breakfast inn he owned from going under. With little money coming in, Morgan has to work hard to keep the business from closing.

When Ryan made the choice to come home, his plans were flexible, yet he still was not going to spend a long time in the town where he grew up. But after he talks with Morgan, she comes up with a proposal which will help both of them. Letting him stay at the inn and do some needed repairs will definitely aid her, while he gets a room for free. Yet seeing each other for hours at a time ends up making their unspoken attraction go from smoldering to combustible in a matter of days.

In the first book of the Seashell Bay series, there was a huge disagreement amongst many of the townsfolk. Since a satisfactory resolution was found, everyone seems to be getting along once more. But that does not keep individuals who live in the area from experiencing their own personal problems. Morgan has one dilemma after another cropping up, and the arrival of Ryan is both a blessing and a difficulty. His offer to help around the inn could not come at a better time, but being near him only makes her wish for things she fears will never come true. She has secretly adored the man for years, but knew his restless nature would not let him settle down in her quiet hometown. But it is hard not to fantasize about the enticing man when his compassionate deeds constantly let her see another side of him.

How Morgan and Ryan react to one another is always with genuine responses, and I could absolutely see two people interrelating as they did on a number of occasions. Regardless of how they communicated with words or actions, each episode depicted what real people would do in such circumstances. V. K. Sykes makes every scene believable with a candidness that will cause much empathy from the reader. I felt the anguish of this couple when things seemed hopeless, and their joy was off the charts if an event caused happiness. Their sexual compatibility led to lots of steamy encounters, and playfulness added to their intimacy. Devotion to others is a big part of what I liked about this couple, and they proved this trait over and over again. There is also much humor in the story, as several of the residents always had something snarky to say. And with a town full of diverse citizens, something amusing was often going on. I cannot wait to revisit with all the likable characters in Seashell Bay Island. SUMMER AT THE SHORE brings realism to every delightful situation.

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Feb 11, 2015 Nancy Stopper rated it really liked it

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The authors create two very complex characters in Morgan and Ryan. Morgan is dealing with grief over the loss of her father and the aftermath of dealing with the financial situation he left behind. Ryan has reached a crossroads in his career and doesn't know what he's looking for, or even why he's look in Seashell Bay, but he finds himself on the ferry headed home anyway.

The authors do a wonderful job of creating an image of Seashell Bay, and the relationship between Morgan and Ryan from the ve The authors create two very complex characters in Morgan and Ryan. Morgan is dealing with grief over the loss of her father and the aftermath of dealing with the financial situation he left behind. Ryan has reached a crossroads in his career and doesn't know what he's looking for, or even why he's look in Seashell Bay, but he finds himself on the ferry headed home anyway.

The authors do a wonderful job of creating an image of Seashell Bay, and the relationship between Morgan and Ryan from the very first page, painting a picture of Ryan's perception of Seashell Bay through his descriptions of the ferry and the island and his feelings of life closing in on him. But, ever the protector and the rescuer, his initial reunion with Morgan sets the stage for their relationship during his time on the island

"Hold up!" a voice cried from down the pier. "Please, guys, I really need to make this boat."
Ryan recognized that feminine voice even before he saw Morgan Merrifield running full tilt boogie down the concrete platform of the ferry terminal. Her pretty face flushed and her blond hair flopping forward into her eyes, she lugged an overstuffed L.L. Bean bag in her right hand and pulled a wheeled cart with her left. Instinct made him jump up and rush down to the boat's lower deck to help her.
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Those two paragraphs really epitomize how Morgan and Ryan relate to each other in this story. Morgan is a hot mess through a good part of the story, never able to truly get ahead of the demons and struggles that are nipping at her heels, yet Ryan is always there to lend her a hand, brainstorm an idea, and be a friend. I don't think that HE realized it was more for much of the book. Ryan knew the attraction was there - it had always been there - but I truly believe he didn't realize his feelings went deeper until he was faced with not being able to experience them anymore. A previous long-distance relationship has soured him for long-term commitment and certainly long-distance commitment, a fact that factors in to the continued dynamic of his and Morgan's relationship being temporary - she is as committed to the island as he is to leaving it.

The authors character development is delightful. We get to check in with Aidan and Lily from Meet Me at the Beach and other residents of Seashell Bay, and get to know Morgan's sister Sabrina. My biggest challenge with the dynamic of the relationship between Morgan and Sabrina is that early on we were told that Sabrina was "challenged", having been diagnosed with a learning disability. But outside of what is clearly some anxiety issues, it appears more that Sabrina is immature because her family has put her in that box and she has stayed there. Many times Sabrina demonstrates her ability to make mature decisions and act accordingly. Her feelings were often "tiptoed around" when I felt that Morgan should have rather treated her like the adult that she was, giving her the respect of telling her the reality of what was going on, and what Morgan was feeling, instead of sheltering her from whatever bad news there might be. I wish there had been a bit different way in which the relationship between Morgan and Sabrina was developed but overall, the character development is wonderful and complex and the book weaves a delightful story of two people fighting their feelings that neither believes can result in a long-term relationship. The reader doesn't know until the very end whether these two will be able to find their way forward together and it made me turn the pages faster and faster to see whether Morgan and Ryan get the happily ever after they deserved.

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Jul 02, 2015 Gaele rated it liked it

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The second title in V.K. Sykes’ Seashell Island series, Summer at the Shore, is a nice return to the little island off mid-coast Maine, and brings us appearances from some of the characters from the earlier book. You don’t have to read the first to enjoy or understand this second book, but for me, the first book brought the setting and scenery to life with a richness that was not as vivid in this book.

Morgan and her sister Sabrina are trying to make a go of the family inn: most of the weight fa The second title in V.K. Sykes’ Seashell Island series, Summer at the Shore, is a nice return to the little island off mid-coast Maine, and brings us appearances from some of the characters from the earlier book. You don’t have to read the first to enjoy or understand this second book, but for me, the first book brought the setting and scenery to life with a richness that was not as vivid in this book.

Morgan and her sister Sabrina are trying to make a go of the family inn: most of the weight falls to Morgan, as Sabrina has some anxieties and learning issues that limit her ability to function on her own, or to be of substantive help in the management end of things. The inn is desperately in need of repairs, and with money and income incredibly tight, and knowledge of extensive maintenance limited, these repairs are being pushed off.

Ryan is returning home to regroup: ex-military and then a contractor, he wants something that will give his life purpose, and it will be nice to be among friends. So back to the island he goes, planning on time alone to think and decide on his next direction. He never expected to get involved with Morgan: she’s the sort of girl you don’t play about with, and he’s not interested in a relationship. But, she needs help, and is offering a room if he’ll help out. More importantly, he doesn’t make Sabrina anxious, as he knows her from growing up on the island.

These two really have zero obstacles but themselves in this story: both are so consumed with their own interior monologues and ‘what if’s” that their dance around the attraction is more like the first dance ever: everyone standing a safe distance away – watching. They are so well-suited: both take their responsibilities and hopes for the future of their little island seriously, they are well-liked and respected in town, and the townsfolk will wax poetic about their own ‘should do’ lists. It takes a while for them to see their attraction, even longer to take that chance, and even more time before they realize it is something special. While Morgan is far more daring and upfront about her desires, intentions and feelings: Ryan takes a bit more time to get it…but when he does..

Oh the smiles. This is a well-matched couple who, when they finally become confident in their own relationship just sparkle for everyone to see. And, despite the flurry of obstacles and choices, one comes clear to them both. A wonderful summer read, alone or with the first in the series.

I received an eArc copy of the title from the publisher via NetGalley for purpose of honest review. Was not compensated for this review: all conclusions are my own responsibility.
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Jun 22, 2015 Catherine (The Sassy Bookster) rated it really liked it · review of another edition

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Summer. The time for fun in the sun, beaches, festivals, carnivals, barbecues and of course, love. And Seashell Bay is just the place for that.

Ryan Butler and Morgan Merrifield have been attracted to each other for a while but never acted on it. Now Ryan is back in Seashell Bay for the summer and Morgan makes him a proposition: his handyman skills for a room in her B&B. Ryan knows that agreeing to her proposition isn’t the best idea, but he is in need of a place to stay and he also can’t resist Summer. The time for fun in the sun, beaches, festivals, carnivals, barbecues and of course, love. And Seashell Bay is just the place for that.

Ryan Butler and Morgan Merrifield have been attracted to each other for a while but never acted on it. Now Ryan is back in Seashell Bay for the summer and Morgan makes him a proposition: his handyman skills for a room in her B&B. Ryan knows that agreeing to her proposition isn’t the best idea, but he is in need of a place to stay and he also can’t resist his attraction to Morgan.

Ryan has always been an enigma to the people of Seashell Bay, even is friends and he likes it that way especially as he has no plans to settle there permanently. However, he’s willing to pitch in and help Morgan fix the inn. As Morgan and Ryan spend time together, Ryan finds himself having second thoughts about his future and Seashell Bay begins to look like a good place to plant roots.

I really enjoyed SUMMER AT THE SHORE for several reasons, the first of which is the location. The serene community, the beaches, the laid-back lifestyle, the people who would pitch in to help a neighbor in need all make me want to pack up and head to Maine for the summer. Kudos to the author for creating such a wonderful place!

The characters. I enjoyed Morgan because she was strong, independent and selfless, but also because she was careful and cautious in her decision-making. She gave up her job temporarily to come back and make the B&B a success for her sister’s sake and even when she wanted to give up, she held on. I also liked that she was honest and upfront about her feelings for Ryan and confident enough to tell him how she felt.

Ryan really was an enigma at the beginning of the book, but as the story unfolded, you see that he’s just an everyday guy whose experiences have made him super-cautious about commitments. In spite of all that, he was so sweet for giving up his summer to play handyman for Morgan and go above and beyond to make her happy. Watching them figure out their feelings for each other and the future was fun.

The story. SUMMER AT THE SHORE is very well-written, realistic, with characters who deal with everyday issues and had many moments that made me smile. This is the perfect read for the summer.

Source: I received this book for free from the Publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. ...more

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Aug 11, 2015 Heather rated it really liked it

Morgan Merrifield has a lot on her plate. She's taken over the family Bed & Breakfast after her father passed away and is trying to help keep her younger sister, Sabrina, feeling secure among all the turmoil in her life. The Bed & Breakfast is losing customers fast, and without the revenue to keep the place up to date to compete with more modern accommodations, it feels like a losing battle for Morgan. With the limited rentals, she can't even afford to hire the right help to fix up the badly run Morgan Merrifield has a lot on her plate. She's taken over the family Bed & Breakfast after her father passed away and is trying to help keep her younger sister, Sabrina, feeling secure among all the turmoil in her life. The Bed & Breakfast is losing customers fast, and without the revenue to keep the place up to date to compete with more modern accommodations, it feels like a losing battle for Morgan. With the limited rentals, she can't even afford to hire the right help to fix up the badly run down B&B. When her long time crush comes home on a break to visit his family, despite the temptation Morgan can't afford to add any more complexity to her already crazy life.

Ryan Butler is used to keeping his distance. After years in the special forces and serving as a private body guard to some of the most powerful men in the world, Ryan usually keeps his guard up and his mouth shut. He's used to dealing with confidential and dangerous situations. What he's not used to, however, is being tempted by a beautiful girl from his home town. When he runs into Morgan on the ferry, he realizes the long buried attraction he held for her still runs deep. When he hears about the dire straights Morgan and her sister are in he knows he can't walk away from a good friend in need. What was supposed to be a relaxing summer of kayaking, turns into something he never would have predicted. Ryan offers to help revamp Morgan's B&B and to do so he'll need to live at the B&B short term. While he usually can't wait to run from the quiet beach town, this time he feels compelled to stay until Morgan has her feet back on the ground.

Having a sexy military man who's also one of her best friend's under her roof may be too much temptation for Morgan to take. However, she's not a one night stand kinda girl and loving a man who's always on the move is sure to lead to nothing but heart break. But when he looks at her with those eyes ...

Summer at the Shore is a steamy fun beach read about love, friendship, family, and following ones heart. The romance between Morgan and Ryan sizzles, and while the book is a bit predictable, it's a fun light read that's perfect for the summer! ...more

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Feb 22, 2016 Jen rated it really liked it · review of another edition

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Both Morgan and Ryan were memorable supporting characters in the first book in the series, Meet Me at the Beach, with Morgan being best friend to Lily Doyle and Ryan being a close friend to Aiden Flynn, but all four are more than familiar with one another. Morgan was more prominent than Ryan in the series starter, but Ryan stood out just as much as the two other unforgettable men in supporting roles in book one: Bram Flynn, Aiden's brother, an ...more

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Jun 13, 2015 Leone (She Reads too Much Romance) rated it liked it

As a season read that was my first introduction to both series and to author I thought this story was a fun, breezy and romantic read that contained a solidness of the plot that was well established by the author.

Overall I was happy to have read the novel. I think there were some minor flaws that needed to be worked through or perhaps smoothed over as far as the romance was concerned, but I still liked the concept of the book as well as the characters.

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Jul 06, 2015 Books and Spoons rated it really liked it

Both Morgan and Ryan are characters that are easy to like. They have hearts of gold, always wanting to help others, honest, solid, charismatic people.
But that's the way most everyone on the island of theirs seems to be. A unique little town, all pulling together, and going for the extra mile for each other.
Morgan and Ryan have a sizzling attraction to each other, have had for a long time. They have been friends all their lives, and the ease and affection of their relationship are a joy.
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Dec 10, 2014 Bette Hansen rated it it was amazing

Oh my, how I loved this book! This small island town of Seashell Bay has definitely grabbed my heart! I really enjoy this authors writing style. She allows the romance to bloom and flourish throughout the story while keeping the pace of the book from dragging. While this is the second book in the series, it can easily be read standalone.

After the death of her father, Morgan Merrifield is back in Seashell Bay, struggling to keep the family B&B operating and her sister safe and secure. While teac ...more

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May 05, 2015 Kerry Croucier rated it really liked it

I really enjoyed the first book in the series, so I was looking forward to this one, and was not disappointed. I love Seashell Bay, and it's residents, both those who have stayed and who are returning.
Morgan loved her life as a teacher, but her father's unexpected death brought her home to try and keep the family B&B running and take care of her sister. Business has been declining, and the B&B needs more work than she can afford. The only way to possibly make it work is convincing Ryan to play h ...more

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May 12, 2015 Cara Ross rated it liked it

Ryan Butler is struggling, He has had one of the most exciting military careers and personal protection careers; but it has seemed too stalled. So he decided to come home, to spend time with his family and to sort out his head. But while on the ferry home, He sees Morgan; a friend and someone he has cared about, way before he left for the armed forces.
Morgan is struggling! She is struggling with the death of her father, running the family B&B and taking care of her sister Sabrina. After putting ...more

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Jun 23, 2015 Cathy rated it really liked it

"Summer at the Shore" by V.K. Sykes is a true romance - it's a feel good story that has little outside angst. The heart of the story are the characters themselves - Ryan and Morgan. They are old friends that fight the spark between them. Ryan, a true hero that is all alpha and sexy, doesn't believe he can settle down. He fights his feelings for Morgan as she does for him too. Morgan is an honorable person that is also full of life, yet life has a way of stomping on people and Morgan is definitel ...more

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Jul 16, 2015 Lisa rated it liked it

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A copy of this book was graciously given to me in exchange of an honest review.

I have not read any other books in this series. For jumping in I have to say I really enjoyed this! You never know, even with standalone series, how out of the loop you will feel. Was glad I never felt like that.

The book starts with old high school friends meeting back up. Morgan has put everything on hold, her dreams of teaching, to help her family after her father's passing. She is barely holding it together and whe ...more

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Jun 15, 2015 Aly rated it really liked it

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed this book in the Seashell Bay Series! Not only did you get to catch up with characters you enjoyed in the first book but you also get to see more of Ryan and Morgan, both of whom seem to be in certain situations they don't really seem to enjoy.

It was certainly easy to see all of the negative and yet neither focused solely on that. And that was a good thing to see. Sure they got down but Morgan still is working hard ...more

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Jun 21, 2015 Sue rated it it was amazing

Summer at the Shore is the second book in VK Sykes new series which takes place in small town America. Like any great story, it can stand alone without the benefit of having read book one of the series first. We meet two people, Morgan and Ryan, friends in the past, who are at a crossroads in their lives. He is ex-military, working as a gun for hire in a private agency, wondering if this is his life's path and if not, what else is out there. She has come home to try and save the B&B she inherite ...more

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Jun 30, 2015 Sultry Steamy Reading rated it liked it

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I received an ARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Here I am again in Seashell Bay, spending time with a new couple in this series' second installment. Like the first book, Summer At The Shore is a solid addition to the series. It has the same formula, which is good because readers are now familiar with the characters, the feel, and the venue of the series.

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Jul 07, 2015 Stephanie Wainwright rated it it was amazing

Morgan Merrifield has loved Ryan Butler for as long as she can remember. Currently, he’s back in Seashell Bay for another of one of his brief and infrequent visits to the island community where he grew up. But Morgan knows Ryan won’t be around long. Soon he’ll get the itch to move on and he’ll be gone again.

Morgan has come home and help try to save the B&B her family owns. The B&B is everything to Morgan’s sister Sabrina, who runs it, but with the death of their father, things at the B&B have b ...more

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May 20, 2015 Heather andrews rated it it was amazing

I'm going to love this series! I automatically fell in love with all the characters. Ryan is such a manly man when it comes to chow time, but he can stop and be polite for a minute, "Ryan attacked his sixteen-ounce New York strip with enthusiasm. “Great steak. How’s your tuna?" He sure is a charmer when it comes to giving compliments, "your a** is seriously distracting me, Merrifield ,” Ryan murmured in her ear. “If you had a dime in the back pocket of those jeans, I bet I could tell if it was h ...more

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May 28, 2015 Julie rated it it was amazing

Shelves: contemporary

Morgan has put her career on hold as a teacher so she can help run the family's B&B with her younger sister. Ryan returns for a much needed vacation, and when he meets Morgan again she tells him that business is not doing so well and asks him if he would be interested in doing some handyman work for her on the B&B in exchange for free room and board. When Ryan sees the place, he agrees to help.

I liked Ryan very much, he'd come back for a holiday but when a friend needed help he put his needs asi ...more

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Jun 26, 2015 Jen rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: contemp, arc, reviewed, owned, netgalley, netgalley-reviews, 4-5-star, friends-to-lovers

I love a good friends to lovers story, and this hit all my requirements. Ryan and Morgan are friends who find who are fighting their attraction to each other. As the summer progresses, they grow closer and eventually give into their feelings. The story is somewhat predictable, but still very enjoyable. It's a light read with some angst toward the end that made me shed a few tears, but nothing too bad. The story mainly centers around Ryan and Morgan and their developing relationship. Morgan is re ...more

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V.K. Sykes is really two people - Vanessa Kelly and Randy Sykes, a husband and wife team who write USA Today Bestselling contemporary romance. The second book in their Philadelphia Patriots Series of sports romances won the Kindle Book Review Best Indie Books of 2012 Contest, in the romance category. Vanessa also writes award-winning, Regency-set historical romance for Kensington Zebra under her o ...more