Summer Rush

by Katie Winters

Thousands of miles away, in the heart of Venice, a secret is exposed that will change the lives of the women of Martha's Vineyard forever. Jack Potter has been dead for nearly two years when Janine receives word from his lawyer, explaining that Jack's biological mother passed away in her home in Italy. She's left a will. With Alyssa and Maggie both pregnant, Janine sees this trip to Italy as a final family vacation before everything changes. But when they arrive, they learn that Teresa, Jack's mother, was a very unique and strange individual, who's created a sort of "scavenger hunt" through Venice for her remaining family members. If they "win" her game, they can have what she's left them in the will. At first, Teresa's game is a fun adventure, allowing them to meet family members and friends in the gorgeous Italian city. But soon, they find themselves consumed in old secrets -- and facing a traumatic event that happened many years ago, one that, had he known about it before his death, would have changed Jack's life. It certainly changes theirs. Dive into book twelve of The Katama Bay Series, a heartwarming journey of motherly and sisterly love, healing, and promise for better days, all on the island of Martha's Vineyard, with its gorgeous ocean views, its endless summer days, and its bubbly cast of islanders.

Genres: Fiction

192 pages, Paperback

Published August 9, 2023

Reviews

[Judith Levis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This final book in the Katama Bay Series provides a wonderful ending to the series. Summer Rush focuses on Janine, Maggie and Alyssa flying to Venice because their late father's mother, whom they have never known about, has left a will. What ensues is a rousing search to find clues to a sort of scavenger hunt to inherit what the enigmatic Teresa, Jack Potter's mother, has left. I love this sense of mystery and adventure in Katie Winters' books, and this one was splendid. Also included are betrayal, love stories for many of the characters, and the bond between two pregnant sisters. This is a definite must-read.

[Pam Fleming · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lots is going on with the Remington-Potter-Grimson family. Allyssa and Maggie are glowing and pregnant. Janine gets a call that her ex husband’s mother died. Since Jack is dead, Allyssa and Maggie are the heirs. The trio sets of to Italy and is soon caught up in the mystery terms of the will, including a scavenger hunt. Lots of descriptions about the beautiful sights and delicious food of Italy. Grandma Nancy shows up with her new friend. As the year ends lots of couples look forward to major events in the new year. A fun read.

Thank you to the author for this ARC. This review is my honest opinion.

[Patricia Baxes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Katie Winters has finished this series with a royal bang! Ohmigod…grab the tissues, get something to drink and be prepared for one helluva conclusion to the Katama Bay women’s stories.While I hate to say goodbye to these fantastic women and their families, Katie did a kick ass job of closure. The storyline was totally amazing; the characters were fantastic; the plot twists and turns were excellent as always; and the HEA covered the entire family. What an awesome job! Grab your copy today…❤️ (I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book and loved it! )

[Jennie Fortna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Summer Rush is book 12 in the Katama Bay series by Katie Winters and what an ending to this wonderful series! 4.5 stars

This book and the series have given us, strong women, struggles through life, travel, mystery, all friends, forgiveness, finding love and so much more. Looking forward to more great books from Ms. Winters.

I voluntarily read an advanced reader copy (ARC) of this book from the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful ending to a story of strong and resilient women who struggled and triumphed to find the love and happiness they deserved. Some mystery and travel and the arrival of new life is the focus on this last book of The Katama Bay series.
Awaiting more stories from Katie.

[Kathleen A · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again Katie Winters reels one in to visit with old friends and introduce new characters. The love, support, and forgiveness of these characters are nothing short if a miracle. The plots in the story are amazing! Great read. So sorry the series is ending.

[Nicole · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a fun book - I loved the story in Venice with Jannie and her girls. The "treasure hunt" definitely led them on a crazy path. And seeing Nancy really become herself and find another love was so special. I'm sad that this is the last book in this series. Would so love to see Alyssa and Nico and Megan and David's relationships play out and see what happens to all of the new babies in the future. But this was a lovely ending to a wonderful series.

[Maha Hall · Rating 5 out of 5]

The 13th and final book in The Katama Bay Series. l love the characters and how the author casually brings in characters from her other series as they make special appearances here and there. An easy read and the characters just grow on you! 5 stars for the final book in the series!

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story

This book had a great mystery and a romance story involved. It involves a trip to Italy and the mystery takes place in Venice.

[Sandra K. · Rating 5 out of 5]

great heartwarming stories set on Martha's Vineyard

This book involves a mystery and a theft and lots of romance. The characters were real.Ms. Winters tells a good tale.

[Marcy Geppi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this series!

[Donna Kale · Rating 5 out of 5]

I hate the series ended but they were all great!

[Norma Melson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great series!