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The Identicals

Elin Hilderbrand (Goodreads Author)

3.88 · Rating details · 51,503 ratings · 4,025 reviews

From New York Times bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand, a summertime story about identical twins who couldn't be any less alike.

Nantucket is only two and a half hours away from Martha's Vineyard by ferry. But the two islands might as well be worlds apart for a set of identical twin sisters who have been at odds for years. When a family crisis forces them to band together ...more

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Jun 01, 2017 Melissa rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: netgalley, 2017, womens-fiction

For me, Elin Hilderbrand has become synonymous with summer. Her new release means it’s time for my annual trip to Nantucket—okay, not really, but a girl can dream, right? Or remind her husband incessantly, for the entire time it takes to read said book, that they need to find time to take an actual trip to the island. So, I’ll just go with, my proverbial bags are packed instead—bikini, flip-flops and floppy hat—and I’m ready to stick my toes in the sand, bask in the sun and let everything, other For me, Elin Hilderbrand has become synonymous with summer. Her new release means it’s time for my annual trip to Nantucket—okay, not really, but a girl can dream, right? Or remind her husband incessantly, for the entire time it takes to read said book, that they need to find time to take an actual trip to the island. So, I’ll just go with, my proverbial bags are packed instead—bikini, flip-flops and floppy hat—and I’m ready to stick my toes in the sand, bask in the sun and let everything, other than the sound of the waves, drift away with her new book in my hands. Sounds like heaven, right?

A little sibling rivalry is only natural, but what about being estranged from your twin sister for fourteen years? The really incredible part about it, Tabitha and Harper have lived only eleven miles apart for all of that time. Sure, they’ve resided on different islands, one on Nantucket and the other on Martha’s Vineyard, separated by miles of ocean water, but still. Is there any worthy excuse for not making the short ferry ride over to see your sister?

Surprisingly enough, the downfall of their relationship started with a game of rock, paper, scissors. And not just any game. This particular bout with chance was the determining factor—which twin was going to live which parent, after the divorce. With a win, Harper ended up on Martha’s Vineyard with their easy-going dad, while Tabitha's loss landed her on Nantucket, doomed to live under the weight of their mother’s expectations. Can you say resentment?

Fast forward and the twins are now pushing forty and living completely different lives. Harper is pretty irresponsible and has garnered a bad reputation, only made worse by her latest error in judgement. Meanwhile, Tabitha is a single-mother to an out-of-control teenager, working in her mother’s failing store, and struggling to move on from her past. It takes the death of their father to bring the twins face-to-face and align the stars for a 'switch' of sorts. A timeout from their actual lives might be just what they need to gain some perspective.

It’s not an easy thing, getting past the years of resentment, hurt and ultimately blame. High on the drama, gossip and family dynamics, Elin Hilderbrand keeps things interesting, to say the least. Rest assured, there isn’t a dull moment with these ladies around.

From the acknowledgements, you can tell this one was sort of near and dear to Elin Hilderbrand’s heart, being a twin sibling herself and of course, calling Nantucket home. Throughout the story, she pays homage to the things that make Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard special; it’s a love letter of sorts to the two islands and might even come in handy as a travel guide *wink, wink*. She feeds into the apparent rivalry going on between the two islands, which I thought was a nice touch and fitting for this story of twin siblings.

Favorite Quote
“The most underrated force at work in the universe is that of coincidence. And yet who among us hasn’t been at it’s mercy?”

*A HUGE thank you to Little, Brown and Company and NetGalley for a copy in exchange for an honest review. ...more

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Jun 08, 2017 Erin rated it it was ok

Recommends it for: people who love modern family drama

Shelves: netgalley

Quite honestly, there is something about Elin Hilderbrand's writing that makes a reader just want to sink their toes into the sand. This is the third book of the author's that I have read, but it was certainly not my favorite. The Identicals refers to 40 year old twin sisters, Harper and Tabitha. The two sisters have held a tense stand off for many years, but their father's death and their mother's ill-health brings them into reluctant contact with each other. Not to mention that Tabitha's Quite honestly, there is something about Elin Hilderbrand's writing that makes a reader just want to sink their toes into the sand. This is the third book of the author's that I have read, but it was certainly not my favorite. The Identicals refers to 40 year old twin sisters, Harper and Tabitha. The two sisters have held a tense stand off for many years, but their father's death and their mother's ill-health brings them into reluctant contact with each other. Not to mention that Tabitha's sixteen year old daughter, Ainsley is eager to discover what drove the two sisters apart in the first place. A lot of events occur that cause the sisters to re-examine old wounds and memories that they would have rather forgotten.

There is no doubt about it- like her fellow contemporary authors, Luanne Rice, Kristin Hannah, and Diane Chamberlain, Hilderbrand has her finger on what type of heartache can be inflicted on families in a variety of circumstances. I notice the 4 and 5 stars for this book and I have no doubt that there were will be many more. It's just for me, I didn't feel the usual reading pleasure with the setting, the characters, and the plot I am tired of families fighting and I am really, really, really tired of siblings being stupid- real life and in fiction! I have one sibling and he and I made a promise a long time ago that we would never descend into pettiness like so many of our other relations. In the book, Harper and Tabitha stay silent on the death of Tabitha's infant son and when it was all revealed as to what actually happened- I literally had to put the book down and say " This is so fucking stupid!" Which was definitely, a surprise to all the people at the cafe I was sitting in this morning. In fact, I was quite bothered by the actions of many of the characters, I have absolutely no clue what would ever enter the mind of a woman that the best way to get back at her sister is to have a bunch of sex with random men. Or that the best way to get back at your high school boyfriend or your mother is to engage in all kinds of juvenile behavior.

Verdict: It will work for many, but I definitely failed to connect with this family drama.

Thanks to NetGalley and Little, Brown and Company for a digital galley in exchange for an honest review. ...more

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Oct 12, 2017 Crumb rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Recommends it for: Fans of Nancy Thayer

Shelves: women-s-fiction, elin-hilderbrand

A quintessential beach read. Yes, I know it is October, but hey, it's always a good time for a breezy, summery read according to ME! I am a little ashamed to admit this, but this was my first encounter with Elin Hilderbrand. What was I waiting for, I do not know..maybe hell to freeze over. Thankfully, I took the plunge..and I am so glad I did!

This story is as old as it is new..a tale about two identical twin sisters, whom are estranged. Tabitha, prim and proper and uptight.. and Harper, easy and ...more

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Dec 03, 2017 Sarah Jane rated it did not like it

There are a lot of unbelievable plot lines in this book, but the idea that a sixteen year old girl living in the United States has never heard of rock/paper/scissors takes the cake.

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Jun 07, 2017 Amy rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: netgalley

All of my reviews can be found on www.novelgossip.com

Summer isn’t official to me until I’ve read Hilderbrand’s latest book and when I saw that The Identicals was a book about sisters, I was pretty excited. Sister relationships always intrigue me, but a book about twin sisters is even more appealing to me, there’s just something fascinating about the bond they share and the unspoken connection between them. Full of Hilderbrand’s trademark style, this book delivered on all levels and I think it’s ...more

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Jan 12, 2018 Stacey rated it really liked it · review of another edition

I can always rely on Elin Hilderbrand to take me away…usually to the beach. Although I’m reading The Identicals in the dead of winter, I like the warm feeling I get from reading this novel.

Tabitha and Harper are identical twins, but their personalities couldn’t be more opposite. They are estranged and living on different islands, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. They loathe each other and aren’t on speaking terms. Harper has had an affair with a well known and respected doctor and when the ...more

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Oct 04, 2017 Suzanne rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Pretty good. I actually enjoyed this book a lot. The dynamics between the twins and the rest of their family and friends is one so complex and drenched in drama that you cannot help being pulled in. This is my first Elin Hilderbrand book but will not be my last. I will be looking into some of her other books so if you have any suggestions on any please let me know!

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Aug 10, 2019 Lisa-Books Smiles rated it liked it

3.5 stars

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Jul 15, 2018 Lisa rated it liked it

Shelves: 3-star-review, 2018, audible

A dazzling setting and great writing about a frustrating dysfunctional sibling relationship makes for yet another tempting summer beach read.

SUMMARY
A story about identical twins who couldn’t be any less alike. Nantucket is only two and a half hours away from Martha’s Vineyard by ferry. But the two Islands might as well be worlds apart for a set of identical twin sisters who have been at odds for fourteen years. Now 39, Tabitha, lives on Nantucket and runs her mother’s high-end dress boutique ...more

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Jun 01, 2017 Book of the Month added it

For an easy, breezy beach read, look no further than the works of Elin Hilderbrand—her latest is so evocative you can almost hear the sound of the waves and feel the sand between your toes. Set on the elite islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, The Identicals follows twin sisters who, after years of estrangement, trade lives in order to save their relationship. Mistaken identity hijinks and plenty of romance ensue.
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Sep 03, 2017 Sarina Bowen rated it it was amazing

Shelves: available-overdrive-library, womens-fiction

This is my favorite Elin HIlderbrand, I think! She has a lot of fun with the differences between Nantucket & the Vineyard. And the twins' premise is really fun.

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Aug 08, 2017 Sherri Thacker rated it really liked it

Shelves: great-books-but-not-quite-5-star-bo

It took me awhile to get “into” this book. The first 1/2 of the book was so S-L-O-W for me that I almost put it down but thanks to my friends on Goodreads and others that have read this book, said to give it a chance and I’m so glad I did. The second of the book was GREAT!! And it made up for the first half that I just didn’t love. This is my 6th book I’ve read by Elin Hilderbrand and it won’t be my last. I've always wanted to visit Nantucket AND Martha's Vineyard and this book makes me want to ...more

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Jun 26, 2017 Danielle rated it really liked it · review of another edition

This book is the perfect way to really dive into my summer!

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Dec 06, 2017 Toni Aliskowitz rated it did not like it

When I first started listening to this book, I found it to be difficult to tolerate the narrative style. Hearing "Harper said," or “Ainsley said," after every simplistic character utterance was driving me crazy. I knew I wasn't in for a literary read, I wanted a fluffy chick-lit style story to carry me into my holiday break. Was it the audiobook reader, or the story itself? So I kept going.

While I kept going, I was looking for reviews of the author, and this book. It's hard to find a negative ...more

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Jun 09, 2017 Zoe rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Absorbing, enchanting, and absolutely irresistible!

This story is set on the picturesque islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard and gives us a glimpse into small-island living, complete with alluring beaches, endless sun, infinite gossip, and competitive rivalry. It is told from three different perspectives; Harper, a free spirit who is fun and kind but often impulsive and reckless; Tabitha, Harper’s mature, responsible, workaholic identical twin who struggles with underlying grief; and ...more

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Aug 26, 2017 Brandice rated it really liked it

The Identicals is the first of Elin Hilderbrand's books I've read. I was expecting and hoping for a light summer read, and that's what this was. While many parts of the story were somewhat predictable, it was interesting and engaging, and I wanted to keep reading to find out what happened next.

The story is about two twin sisters who are almost 40, Harper and Tabitha, and their distant relationship that has built up over many years, despite living only 11 miles apart on The Vineyard and ...more

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Mar 22, 2019 Ashley rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: btb-2019, 2019

Reviewed on: Ashes Books & Bobs.

I decided it was time to jump on the Elin Hilderbrand train when the audiobook for The Identicals became available through my Overdrive app through my library. Her books are super popular all the time, but I especially start seeing the covers frequently during the summer and winter. She’s captivated the beach read crowd and cornered the cozy winter market with her beautiful covers and great branding. I decided to see what the fuss was all about with one of her Reviewed on: Ashes Books & Bobs.

I decided it was time to jump on the Elin Hilderbrand train when the audiobook for The Identicals became available through my Overdrive app through my library. Her books are super popular all the time, but I especially start seeing the covers frequently during the summer and winter. She’s captivated the beach read crowd and cornered the cozy winter market with her beautiful covers and great branding. I decided to see what the fuss was all about with one of her latest releases. I’m happy to report, I really enjoyed listening to this on audio. It was narrated incredibly well, the story flowed and kept my interest, and it wasn’t heavy enough to make me feel lost while I was listening or if my mind happened to drift.

I really loved the concept of the story featuring the twin islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard, with the identical twin sisters living on their own respective islands. I didn’t know much about either island prior to listening to this story, so this book ended up not only being entertaining, but enlightening as well. The idea of estranged identical sisters was a unique storyline and lots of fun to listen to. In some ways, this story reminded me of an adult version of The Parent Trap, which has forever been one of my favorite movies.

I normally don’t enjoy storylines with incredibly affluent characters, and at first, I was concerned this book would be another that fell flat for me for that reason. Luckily, it was Harper’s character that saved the day. Though she grew up with plenty, she wasn’t snobbish in the least, unlike her mother and sister on the other island. It was nice to see the differences she brought to the story with her unique personality and carefree attitude.

Though there was the occasional cheesy moment, such as the epilogue being narrated by Harper’s dog, I thought this book definitely fit the bill for a great beach read. It was quite transportive and was great to listen to while out on my afternoon jogs. Needless to say, I will not hesitate in picking up another Elin Hilderbrand book…or audiobook in the future. ...more

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Jul 05, 2017 Kristy rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: a-real-book-wow, women-s-fiction, read-in-2017, from-the-library

Harper and Tabitha Frost--identical twins--grew up thick as thieves, the best of friends. But their parents' divorce at seventeen cruelly separated the girls, with each being allocated to a parent and sent off to live with them on a separate island. Harper goes with their more laid-back father, Billy, to Martha's Vineyard, while Tabitha goes with their formidable and exacting mother, renowned fashion designer Eleanor Roxie-Frost. The twins' relationship is then further destroyed by a tragic Harper and Tabitha Frost--identical twins--grew up thick as thieves, the best of friends. But their parents' divorce at seventeen cruelly separated the girls, with each being allocated to a parent and sent off to live with them on a separate island. Harper goes with their more laid-back father, Billy, to Martha's Vineyard, while Tabitha goes with their formidable and exacting mother, renowned fashion designer Eleanor Roxie-Frost. The twins' relationship is then further destroyed by a tragic event in early adulthood. They've barely spoken since, and it's only the death of their father that forces them to reluctantly reunite on the Vineyard for Billy's memorial service. It also allows Harper a chance to see her popular but rebellious teenage niece, Ainsley, who is struggling under Tabitha's freestyle, lax parenting. Harper and Tabitha are set in their ways--and resolute about never forming a friendship. Can Billy's death change the way the twins feel, or is it too late?

I've read a handful of Hilderbrand's novels by now and many of her books have a similar, beachy feel, often with a focus on twins (this makes more sense now, knowing that Hilderbrand is herself a twin) and wayward teens. There's always rampant gossip on Nantucket, which is her usual locale, yet you'll always be left wanting to visit (and in this case, the Vineyard as well). Things are typically a bit predictable and there's always a romance or two thrown in.

Still, this book especially peaked my interest as I have (young) twin daughters. I was pleasantly surprised by the plot and quite captivated by the book. It's a perfect beach read. Obviously you're not going to find a literary masterpiece, but if you're looking for escape, it's perfect. The plot is exciting, the characters complex enough (and up to their elbows in trouble), and the summery location makes you feel as if you're at the beach, experiencing the crazy gossip as it happens. I found myself quite drawn to all the characters--which doesn't always happen in novels like this--and especially liked headstrong teenage Ainsley and poor Harper, who just can't seem to get her life together.

Sure, things happen rather as anticipated at times and some of the characters' changes are pretty foreseeable. But they are a fun group and the supporting cast really adds depth to the story. The epilogue is a cute addition, as well. Overall, this is a pleasant, entertaining beach read and a step above many in the genre.

You can read my review of Hilderbrand's novel THE RUMOR here.

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Mar 20, 2018 Pani rated it it was amazing

Whenever I hear Elin Hilderbrand, I automatically think summer, picturesque islands, breezy beaches, sunshine and bikinis and love. She’s a perennial favourite of mine and her books are always enchanting and absorbing, and full of complex and compelling characters.
The story of The Identicals takes place in the exotic islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyards and is about family drama and dynamics of a dysfunctional relationship between two sisters with lots of spice.
I soaked up every page of ...more

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Aug 15, 2017 Marla rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: audiobooks

I'm always a big fan of Elin Hilderbrand and she doesn't disappoint. This is a great summer beach read about sisters who have been separated most of their lives when their parents divorce and decide one daughter will go with the Mom and one will go with the Dad. Events ruin their relationship and now they must find a way back to each other and heal their relationship. The audiobook was very good. The narrator did a great job.

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May 21, 2017 Robin rated it really liked it

Shelves: women-s-fiction

This is Hilderbrand's usual entertaining story of family dynamics filled with the tastes and scenery of Nantucket, but in this book she adds Martha's Vineyard to the mix. Despite finding the characters pretty much unlikable in the beginning (which almost turned me off from continuing but GoodReads reports were so positive I decided to keep reading), they redeemed themselves as the story progressed. There were no big surprises during the course of the story and it ended up pretty much the way I ...more

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May 28, 2017 Ann rated it liked it

I've read many Elin Hilderbrand books over the years but I have to admit this is my least favorite. The story is good, identical twins who were split by their parent's divorce. I didn't like any of the women characters but they did become a little more likable toward the end of the book. They all appear to be selfish and lack some character, especially the school girl bully. Each chapter was narrated by one of the twins, Harper or Tabitha, Tabitha's daughter, Ainsley or Fish, Harper's dog. I ...more

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Jul 24, 2017 Mary Catherine rated it liked it

Good summer read. Not a must read.

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Jun 30, 2019 Cammie rated it it was amazing

Shelves: 2019-mmd-reading-challenge

The Identicals by Elin Hilderbrand tells the story of identical twins Tabitha and Harper Frost. Though identical, these sisters seem to be incredibly different from their personalities (Tabitha uptight; Harper laid back) to their career paths (Tabitha assisting their mother with her clothing line/boutique and Harper taking random low-paying, sometimes illegal, jobs) to where they live even (Tabitha with their mother on Nantucket and Harper on Martha's Vineyard with their father).
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Jun 15, 2017 BLONDE vs BOOKS rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

About the author:

Let me start by saying I am obsessed with Elin Hildebrand’s novels. Everyone has a go-to author for summer reads and for me it’s her. The setting is always Nantucket, MA, though her novel, The Island, takes place on Tuckernut Island, a small island off the coast. She writes about summertime on the beautiful, historic island (and recently published a winter series, which I also adore).

Her writing style is unique because, instead of using riveting plots, she creates depth in her About the author:

Let me start by saying I am obsessed with Elin Hildebrand’s novels. Everyone has a go-to author for summer reads and for me it’s her. The setting is always Nantucket, MA, though her novel, The Island, takes place on Tuckernut Island, a small island off the coast. She writes about summertime on the beautiful, historic island (and recently published a winter series, which I also adore).

Her writing style is unique because, instead of using riveting plots, she creates depth in her characters. There’s always drama: affairs, pregnancies, death, bankruptcy, drugs, sex, divorce, etc. However, the her books are page-turners because, as a reader, you fall in love with the characters, you become emotionally invested in their lives. Furthermore, she entwines past characters into her new novels.

The Identicals synopsis:

The Idenicals is unique to Hildebrand’s other novels because half of the story takes place on Martha’s Vineyard (another island off the coast of Massachusetts). Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard are 11 miles apart, but very different from one another. The Vineyard is bigger, more diverse, and more commercialized.

The story is about Tabitha and Harper Frost, identical twins whose parents pulled a parent trap on them when they got divorced. Tabitha went to live with their haughty, fashion designer mother, Eleanor, on Nantucket and Harper went with their laid back, electrician father, Billy. The separation drove a stake between the twins and they haven’t spoken in 14 years.

The twins are brought together by unfortunate events this summer and, similar to the parent trap, basically switch lives. They hope that switching responsibilities might salvage their broken lives. Harper is left on Nantucket to deal with Tabitha’s sixteen year old troublesome daughter, Ainsley, and run Eleanor’s boutique. Tabitha is on Martha’s Vineyard to renovate Billy’s house and deal with the locals who, apparently, have ostracized Harper. The twins find that living each other’s lives isn’t as glamorous as they had pictured. They find love, devastation, life, death, and secrets.

The Review (no spoilers):

I devoured this story; I’m glad it’s rather long, I was able to savor it for a few days. Both Harper and Tabitha’s love lives are rocky but the drama in their lives runs much deeper. I couldn’t stop turning the pages in hopes that they would find happiness.

Ainsley, Tabitha’s sixteen year old daughter, was a very relatable character. Being young myself, high school horrors are still fresh in my memory. Ainsley’s experiences are fast, fun, and devastating. She’s knocked down and finds that friends, the ‘cool factor’, and popularity are not as important as she thought.

I also found Eleanor to be quite the humorous character. The seventy-one year old grandmother is a yankee WASP through and through. She is demanding, stuck up, and old-school. Grandmothers quintessentially give unsolicited advice and Eleanor meets every bit of that description.

Hildebrand stayed true to her reputation; the characters were relatable, charming and unique. I don’t know how she continues to produce such incredible novels that are so different from one another. Without a doubt, The Identicals will be in the best-sellers section of your bookstore or library so don’t hesitate to read it! ...more

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Jun 19, 2017 Susan Crowe rated it it was amazing

Shelves: dtbs, 2017-books, from-book-of-the-month-club, very-favorite-books-ever

If I read the last page of one of Elin Hilderbrand's books and I have tears in my eyes, I know it was an awesome book.
What a great book this was!
I laughed. I cried. Sometimes I was laughing while I was crying. Highly recommended!

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Jun 13, 2017 Sam (Clues and Reviews) rated it really liked it

If I had to describe The Identicals, the newest release by the Queen of Summer Novels, Elin Hilderbrand, I would have to say drama.

Drama, drama, drama.

Estranged sisters, wild teenaged daughters, love affair, family betrayal, loss and good ol’ fashion gossip surrounds the core of this plot making it a delicious summer, beach read!

When Billy dies in Martha’s Vineyard, his daughter Harper is forced to call up Tabitha and Eleanor. Her identical twin sister and mother, whom she hasn’t spoken to in ...more

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Apr 26, 2017 Eva • All Books Considered rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: beach-reads

Review originally posted at All Books Considered: 4 STARS

I've read every single story and book that Elin Hilderbrand has ever published. I've also re-read many of her books and I look forward to each one; she now has a winter series that she publishes in the late fall in addition to the book she writes every summer but, still, her books are the start of summer for me. That being said, her last few books have been hit or miss for me. A few I've loved (The Matchmaker, The Rumor) but more often Review originally posted at All Books Considered: 4 STARS

I've read every single story and book that Elin Hilderbrand has ever published. I've also re-read many of her books and I look forward to each one; she now has a winter series that she publishes in the late fall in addition to the book she writes every summer but, still, her books are the start of summer for me. That being said, her last few books have been hit or miss for me. A few I've loved (The Matchmaker, The Rumor) but more often her last few books have been just ok for me (Beautiful Day (my only DNF from her), Summerland and Here's to Us). So I was anxious but also apprehensive to dive into her latest, The Identicals. Well I needn't have worried because it was wonderful! It gave me all those same feelings that her early books did and reminded me why I fell in love with her books in the first lace. This book is about identical twin sisters that are are so different as well as Nantucket and Martha's Vineyard - two islands that look alike but couldn't be farther apart in their personalities. I loved the juxtaposition and devoured this book in one day. I know I will re-read this one and it also encouraged me to re-read a few of my other EH favorites after I finished it, just to keep those feelings going!

The Identicals comes out next month on June 13, 2017, and you can purchase HERE. I really loved this one and I am happy to report that Elin Hilderbrand is back!! I definitely recommend you put this on your summer reading list.

Like thousands of other erudite, discerning people, you've decided to spend your summer vacation on an island off the coast of Massachusetts. You want postcard beaches. You want to swim, sail, and surf in the Yankee-blue waters. You want to eat clam chowder and lobster rolls, and you want those dishes served to you by someone who calls them chowdah and lobstah. You want to ride in a Jeep with the op down, your golden retriever, named Charles Emerson Winchester III, riding shotgun. You want to live the dream. You want an American summer.
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May 13, 2017 Theresa Alan rated it really liked it

Identical twin sisters Tabitha and Harper and Tabitha’s sixteen-year-old daughter are the primary story tellers of this novel. None of them are particularly likeable at the beginning. Tabitha is upright and not good at expressing her feelings; Harper is laid back but doesn’t have a real career and is having an affair with a married man; and Ainsley is a spoiled brat. The changes in their circumstances transform all of them over the course of the book—for the better.

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Jul 12, 2017 Gill Brown rated it really liked it

A really good read perfect for reading on holiday. I really enjoyed it.

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Elin Hilderbrand lives on Nantucket with her husband and their three young children. She grew up in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, and traveled extensively before settling on Nantucket, which has been the setting for her five previous novels. Hilderbrand is a graduate of Johns Hopkins University and the graduate fiction workshop at the University of Iowa.

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