The Bicycle Book Club

Five Island Cove #10

by Jessie Newton

Summer is upon Five Island Cove, and that means beach days with friends and family, an explosion of tourism, and summer reading programs!

Tessa Simmons has just taken a job as the Assistant Director at the library in the cove, and she’s been charged with all of the adult programming. Her ideas are big, and she brings in her new friends for focus groups to truly expand the reach of literature in the cove.

Robin and AJ have ideas and plenty of opinions, as do all of the other women. They don’t always line up, and some voices are louder than others. But as Eloise has taken a step back to spend more time with her family, she becomes instrumental in helping Tessa establish smaller library branches on all five islands in the cove.

Kelli is busy with her yoga studio and her job as a new mother, but she also brings the idea of more books and better literature to both Pearl and Bell Island. Jean suggests a “lighthouse little library,” and Tessa takes in all the ideas, trying to find the right things that will reach everyone from 18 to 80.

Robin’s daughter and Alice then come up with a brilliant idea to unite generations throughout the a bicycle book club. Maddy, Julia, and Clara quickly jump on the idea, and it takes shape like nothing else has.

Then Tessa decides to look into the past to help shape the future, what she finds in the Five Island Cove library archives could bring them closer together…or splinter them forever.

Escape to the beach this summer with your new best friends! Join the women in Five Island Cove as they navigate friendships old and new, romantic relationships past and present, and bring new ideas that could last generations to the quaint island town you’ll want to visit over and over again!

410 pages, Paperback

Published April 2, 2024

Reviews

[Nicole Beaudry · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed the book and all the updates on all the characters.... It's been a minute since the last book came out, so getting caught up with everyone felt great. But there didn't seem to really be a "reason" for this book.... no plot, i suppose. Or not one of significance I guess. Lots of side stories, but didn't feel like there was one main story like the other books in the series have. Im super excited for her new 3 book series spinoff though about Mandie!

[Elaine Xiques · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have read all these books in the series and know the characters so well. Once again a really nice story of friendship with this group of women and what each one goes through and how they are there for each other. Nice read.

[Janice M. · Rating 2 out of 5]

I found it difficult to even continue read this book series due to the errors at the beginning of this book. The biggest glaring error was stating Claire and Reuben got moved when they are brother and sister, Ruben runs the lighthouse. It should have been Claire and Scot. It seems as though the author was getting bored with the storyline of the series. The plot line should have drawn a better conclusion to the blood relationship between Aaron and Robin and Robin's grandmother's current status (deceased or other definite location). I also want to know what happened to Eloise's brother (from the first book) after he stole money from her that her father intended her to have due to how it was hidden. It was not clear if her brother was arrested for his actions, he should have had consequences. I will not be reading the rest of the series.

[Paula Bond · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the ladies of Five Island Cove. Jessie Newton has created such a wonderful community of women who live life together, supporting one another with encouragement, unconditional love and a well-timed kick in the backside when needed. We should all have such a sisterhood to help us through life’s challenges. Get this book - no, get this series - you won’t be disappointed! I’m an ARC reader, and I am honored to leave my voluntary review for this amazing book.

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is so good! It's a wonderful heartwarming story about a group of women who stick together through thick and thin. This book is a great addition to the Five Island Cove series. I highly recommend this book and the entire series.
I received a complimentary copy and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.

[Tracey Wert · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just love the depth of the books in this series! The characters are so well fleshed out and the community seems like one I should be able to visit and meet all the people we're introduced to. The storyline of this particular book is so original, and I enjoyed how it connected different communities together. Another wonderful addition to an incredible series!

[Laura McQuerry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Great Five Island Cove Story

I love this series so much! All the characters feel like old friends with new ones coming along also. This book adds a Book Club which is a lot of fun. A must read! You won't be disappointed!

[Ally Bennett · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m loving this series - feel like I know the women and would love them as my friends - I can picture them all and the places they live
It’s just a feel good series that will make you smile , laugh cry and all feelings in between ❤️

[Kathy Domsic · Rating 4 out of 5]

The 10th book in the Five Island Cove series. I enjoyed catching up with some old friends. The only problem I have with these books are the numerous characters. More are added every book, and it becomes difficult to keep track of who some of the newer women are.

[Deb · Rating 4 out of 5]

This has been a really great series following a wonderful group of high school friends who reconnect as adults due to death.. it shares what true friendships are like. Great, interesting characters who pull you in. Excited to see what JN brings to her future writings.

[Wendy Mizell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Feel good friendship book

I have so enjoyed the Five Island Cove books and this one was especially sweet. I enjoyed how the women all supported one another and remained true to who they are.

[Daisy B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. The friendship that the women in the book developed is so strong and resilient. They will do anything to help and support each other. They’ll do whatever it takes to keep their friendship strong even as their group of friends increases in numbers.

[Beth · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love this series and I identify with all of them

[Lydia Asbell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

I !I've this series of body. To follow the women in these books to see how they grow in life. It's wonderful

[Mary Bootsmann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Gute Story, schlechte Übersetzung