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Nantucket Beach Plum Cove #4
A Nantucket Affair
Everyone thought they had the perfect marriage.
But things are sometimes not what they seem.
Lisa Hodges has always thought her best friend Sue had a dream marriage. She'd married Curt, her high school sweetheart and current business partner. After thirty-five years of marriage, she never doubted him once--until Brandi Morgan joined their thriving insurance company. Brandi is fifteen years younger, blonde and beautiful and is also excellent at her account manager job. All the clients love her and business is up. Sue liked her quite a bit too--until the rumors started swirling.
And it all began with A Nantucket Affair, the island's biggest charity gathering with a catered dinner and dancing on the beach. As usual, Curt is the chairman for the gala, and this year, he has a new second in command, Brandi. Sue didn't give it a second thought, until Curt suddenly dropped the fifteen pounds he'd been whining about wanting to lose and a few well meaning friends started asking her what was going on.
Meanwhile, Kristen's boyfriend, Tyler is dealing with a devastating loss and Kristen wants to be there for him, but isn't sure how best to support him, especially when she discovers a secret he's been keeping, one that could have devastating consequences for both of them.
Abby is busy learning how to be a new mother, and Lisa is madly in love with her first grandchild. And Chase and Beth have discovered a new passion project--flipping houses. Beth does the research to find the undervalued homes and Chase works his magic to renovate them. But then they get in over their heads when a project requires more than they could ever have imagined.
But things are sometimes not what they seem.
Lisa Hodges has always thought her best friend Sue had a dream marriage. She'd married Curt, her high school sweetheart and current business partner. After thirty-five years of marriage, she never doubted him once--until Brandi Morgan joined their thriving insurance company. Brandi is fifteen years younger, blonde and beautiful and is also excellent at her account manager job. All the clients love her and business is up. Sue liked her quite a bit too--until the rumors started swirling.
And it all began with A Nantucket Affair, the island's biggest charity gathering with a catered dinner and dancing on the beach. As usual, Curt is the chairman for the gala, and this year, he has a new second in command, Brandi. Sue didn't give it a second thought, until Curt suddenly dropped the fifteen pounds he'd been whining about wanting to lose and a few well meaning friends started asking her what was going on.
Meanwhile, Kristen's boyfriend, Tyler is dealing with a devastating loss and Kristen wants to be there for him, but isn't sure how best to support him, especially when she discovers a secret he's been keeping, one that could have devastating consequences for both of them.
Abby is busy learning how to be a new mother, and Lisa is madly in love with her first grandchild. And Chase and Beth have discovered a new passion project--flipping houses. Beth does the research to find the undervalued homes and Chase works his magic to renovate them. But then they get in over their heads when a project requires more than they could ever have imagined.
228 pages, Paperback
First published February 25, 2020
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About the author
Pamela M. Kelley
53 books2,858 followersPamela M. Kelley is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of women's fiction, family sagas, and suspense. Readers often describe her books as feel-good reads with people you'd want as friends.
She lives in a historic seaside town near Cape Cod and just south of Boston. She has always been an avid reader of women's fiction, romance, mysteries, thrillers and cook books. There's also a good chance you might get hungry when you read her books as she is a foodie, and occasionally shares a recipe or two. :)
She lives in a historic seaside town near Cape Cod and just south of Boston. She has always been an avid reader of women's fiction, romance, mysteries, thrillers and cook books. There's also a good chance you might get hungry when you read her books as she is a foodie, and occasionally shares a recipe or two. :)
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March 15, 2020
Light, easy series that I enjoyed.
February 27, 2020
Spaghetti
While I enjoyed the first books & was waiting anxiously for this one. I was greatly disappointed. To much of this book told us what had already happened in previous books. Also there was never any real story line to any of the characters, no real progression of the family’s story, just lots of recaps from what had already been told.
It read like a jumbled up plate of spaghetti, that refused to wrap around the fork and progress onward.
I gave it 3 stars only because I enjoyed the previous books so much.
While I enjoyed the first books & was waiting anxiously for this one. I was greatly disappointed. To much of this book told us what had already happened in previous books. Also there was never any real story line to any of the characters, no real progression of the family’s story, just lots of recaps from what had already been told.
It read like a jumbled up plate of spaghetti, that refused to wrap around the fork and progress onward.
I gave it 3 stars only because I enjoyed the previous books so much.
July 26, 2022
This was such a treat I loved the house flipping and the engagements. Kelley has become one of my favorite romance authors. This is another one that I highly recommend.
March 15, 2021
This is such a charming series. They are easy reads and I love the Nantucket setting, of course.
February 24, 2025
A novella size recap of the previous book and more soap opera affair of our characters. A possible mid-life crisis affair and another proposal.
October 14, 2020
These books are so fun. There was something weird though - so much talk of thinness and dieting. Very random
September 2, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️💫 (3.5 stars)A Nantucket Affair was a pleasant, easy read, but not my favorite in Pamela Kelley’s Nantucket series. I enjoyed revisiting familiar characters and the cozy island setting that always makes her books feel like a mini vacation. The pacing was steady, and as always, her writing style made it a quick read.
That said, this one didn’t pull me in quite as much as some of the others. The storyline felt a little predictable, and I found myself wishing for a bit more depth and surprise. Still, it was light, charming, and enjoyable enough to keep me turning the pages.
Overall, a nice addition to the series, but not the most memorable of the bunch.
That said, this one didn’t pull me in quite as much as some of the others. The storyline felt a little predictable, and I found myself wishing for a bit more depth and surprise. Still, it was light, charming, and enjoyable enough to keep me turning the pages.
Overall, a nice addition to the series, but not the most memorable of the bunch.
August 29, 2024
Easy read but so enjoyable. No bad language, normal people with normal problems who solve them with grace and common sense. I will definitely finish the series. Lisa is still great and so happy for Kristen
April 29, 2020
This book was okay- I am not actually sure what the plot was...there a number of interconnected characters and stories, and the book meanders in and out of each of the characters lives.
If you are looking for a fairly pleasant story about summertime on Nantucket, you might enjoy this one. However, if you are looking for a plot or character driven read, this is probably not your best bet.
If you are looking for a fairly pleasant story about summertime on Nantucket, you might enjoy this one. However, if you are looking for a plot or character driven read, this is probably not your best bet.
August 2, 2021
A Nantucket Affair is a short, fun story that is a continuation of the Beach Plum Inn series by Pamela Kelley. It was an entertaining summer story about the Hodges family and their problems and joys. Everything tied together we'll at the conclusion of the book.
November 14, 2025
A good read
Another enjoyable quick read in this series.
We follow Sue and Curt as they have a slight stumble in their perfect marriage. A good reminder to not take each other for granted.
We also have two exciting surprises with two ofLisa’s children.
Another enjoyable quick read in this series.
We follow Sue and Curt as they have a slight stumble in their perfect marriage. A good reminder to not take each other for granted.
We also have two exciting surprises with two ofLisa’s children.
July 30, 2021
I read this author too quickly. Another great story. Enjoyed all the characters. I am ready for vacation
August 19, 2021
Easy read but felt there were to many characters for such a short book
August 1, 2022
I love this series!
June 21, 2025
Far away from the original series characters. This was uninteresting and felt boomer targeted. I hope the rest aren’t this bad.
November 25, 2020
I absolutely love this little series! This family is all love, happiness and together! Makes me so happy inside!
March 19, 2020
A very great series. What a fantastic story of this family and their lives. Truly enjoyed the book
April 8, 2025
This is a great series.
March 8, 2020
Relaxing read
Love the characters in this series. Would love to live on this island and visit at the B and B.
Love the characters in this series. Would love to live on this island and visit at the B and B.
March 5, 2020
How family can be honest
I have a family that can't get along together ❤for long periods without a problem so I get my hopes up in wonderful books like this. Thank you.I'm
I have a family that can't get along together ❤for long periods without a problem so I get my hopes up in wonderful books like this. Thank you.I'm
March 4, 2020
Easy reading. I enjoy reading Pamela Kelly, especially after reading heavy readng
March 1, 2020
A Nantucket Affair is a book to remember...
I chose this rating because this book moved me along with the characters as the previous books had . There are so many interesting people in this book & many unexpected happenings! I liked the whole book & couldn't put it down right to the end. It would appeal to all of us women who love a good love story with a happy ending!
I chose this rating because this book moved me along with the characters as the previous books had . There are so many interesting people in this book & many unexpected happenings! I liked the whole book & couldn't put it down right to the end. It would appeal to all of us women who love a good love story with a happy ending!
March 1, 2020
There is always something going on with Lisa Hodges family and friends. Life is not always as pretty as it seems among a few of them. No one's life is perfect but how you deal with it can make or break you. I loved this book along with the other Nantucket books. I read it in one sitting and look forward to other Pamela Kelley books.
March 1, 2020
I highly recommend this book and the serial.
Nothing I didn't like about the book love the charters, and hopefully next book will be as awesome as this one and the rest to.
Nothing I didn't like about the book love the charters, and hopefully next book will be as awesome as this one and the rest to.
July 12, 2020
Boring
Not much going on in this book. I really feel like I wasted my time. Could have been better with more substance and some excitement. All turns out well for the characters, which is wonderful based on the issues! I doubt if I'll give this author another chance. I'm still stuck on boring.
Not much going on in this book. I really feel like I wasted my time. Could have been better with more substance and some excitement. All turns out well for the characters, which is wonderful based on the issues! I doubt if I'll give this author another chance. I'm still stuck on boring.
February 26, 2020
LOVED THE BOOK AND THE SERIES!!! Definitely want more!!
February 24, 2020
A Nantucket Affair is such a good book!
It grabs you from the very first pages
to the last! It's a touching, & moving story.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading it!
It has wonderful characters & small town charm that draws you in wanting to know what happens next.
A MUST READ!!
It grabs you from the very first pages
to the last! It's a touching, & moving story.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading it!
It has wonderful characters & small town charm that draws you in wanting to know what happens next.
A MUST READ!!
November 28, 2020
If you are looking for a romance series that will leave you with a warm fuzzy feeling, look no further. This series, and this installment, clearly fits that bill. In this tale, bad things almost happen, but then, it all turns out just fine. And if you want to get engaged? Well, the line forms over there. And it’s crowded. There is a lot of recap in this novel, too, so if you missed the first ones, you won’t have any trouble catching up with the series. It’s a happy, fluffy read, not complicated or deep, and a nice audio book to listen to while you are multitasking with household chores.
March 1, 2020
I planned for this to be an easy beachie kind of read, so I think my expectations were in line with the storylines and subjects in this book. However, finding five or six glaring editing errors and the abrupt ending made me feel the book was way below par. And I understand seeing editing errors may be nitpicking to some, but unfortunately the details stood out for me.
May 14, 2020
Chicken soup for the heart
Just like when we cook chicken soup. Get a big pot and add a lot of different people, a lot of different problems and a lot of happy endings. Mix it and let it simmer for a couple of hours and you have a book. It was enjoyable but predictable. But, hey sometimes we need to read books like this one.
Just like when we cook chicken soup. Get a big pot and add a lot of different people, a lot of different problems and a lot of happy endings. Mix it and let it simmer for a couple of hours and you have a book. It was enjoyable but predictable. But, hey sometimes we need to read books like this one.
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