The Summer Wives
The Summer Wives
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
Beta371
Novel • Fiction
Winthrop Island • 1950s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Summer Wives by Beatriz Williams is a historical novel set on an exclusive island in the 1950s. It follows a young woman who becomes entangled in the lives and secrets of the island's residents, leading to dramatic revelations and changes over decades.
Reviews & Readership
50,895 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Beatriz Williams' The Summer Wives is lauded for its enthralling narrative and richly developed characters set against the backdrop of an exclusive island. While the multi-timeline plot can sometimes feel convoluted, the evocative prose and atmospheric setting shine. Readers appreciate the blend of romance, mystery, and historical fiction, though some find the pacing uneven.
Who Should Read The Summer Wives?
Readers who enjoy Beatriz Williams' The Summer Wives typically appreciate historical fiction infused with romance and mystery. Comparable to titles like The Summer Before the War by Helen Simonson and The Secret Life of Violet Grant by Williams herself, this audience relishes rich, emotive storytelling set against intriguing historical backdrops.
50,895 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
371
Novel • Fiction
Winthrop Island • 1950s
2018
Adult
18+ years
We’re just getting started
Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!