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Summer on Dune Road by Rachel Cullen is a contemporary novel that offers both summer escapism and emotional substance, making it a strong choice for book clubs seeking an engaging, discussion focused read.

At first glance, the Hamptons promise an idyllic season of rest, beauty, and indulgence. For Nora, Megan, and Courtney, however, the summer quickly becomes something else entirely. Each woman arrives carrying a private burden, hoping distance will bring relief. Instead, the season forces them to confront truths they have been avoiding.

Nora’s story centers on success and its consequences. After selling her company for an eight figure sum, she settles into a newly built home on Dune Road. While her financial freedom is undeniable, the isolation she feels reveals the personal cost of ambition and the relationships left behind.

Megan’s journey is shaped by urgency and uncertainty. A situation in her life has spiraled beyond control, leaving her desperate for clarity. With her future plans suddenly gone, she accepts a last minute offer to stay in a guest house, even though the arrangement is temporary and her hostess a stranger.

Courtney is standing at the edge of adulthood, uncertain of who she is without the two things that once defined her. The loss of her basketball career and her relationship leaves her unmoored, making the chance to spend a summer in the Hamptons feel like a necessary escape.

When unexpected events bring these three women together, an unlikely friendship begins to take shape. Their bond offers honesty, comfort, and strength, becoming the foundation that helps each woman move forward. The contrast between the luxurious setting and their emotional realities gives the story both charm and depth.

Discussion Value for Book Clubs:
• Different stages of life represented through three women
• The hidden loneliness behind success
• Fear, avoidance, and personal accountability
• Identity and reinvention after loss
• The role of friendship during emotional crisis
• Setting as both escape and reflection

Charlotte wrote: "Summer on Dune Road by Rachel Cullen is a contemporary novel that offers both summer escapism and emotional substance, making it a strong choice for book clubs seeking an engaging, discussion focus..."

Hey Charlotte - Pls transfer your post to our Alternative Thinking Books discussion thread as it ain't remotely relevant to this thread.
Thanks!