Beach Vibes: A Beach Read Romance Novel

Susan Mallery

Mar 2025 · Sold by Harlequin

About this ebook

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery comes an unforgettable beach read about love, secrets, betrayal and the family we’re born into—and the one we choose for ourselves, perfect for fans of Emily Giffin and Mary Kay Andrews.

What would you do if you caught your brother cheating on your best friend?

While Beth is proud of her Malibu beach shop, Surf Sandwiches, she's even prouder of her charismatic brother Rick, who rose from foster care through surgical residency. She makes subs, he saves lives. Life takes a turn for the happy after she finds out Rick is dating her new best friend, Jana. Then Jana’s handsome brother adds even more sparkle to Beth’s days...and nights.

But when she catches Rick with another woman—like, with-with—her visions of an idyllic family future disappear in one awful instant. Either she betrays her brother, or she keeps his secret and risks losing the man she loves and her best friend.

Love and loyalty collide with secrets and betrayal in this witty and emotional tale about the lengths we’ll go to for family, from Susan Mallery, New York Times bestselling author of The Boardwalk Bookshop.

Discover more heartwarming tales by Susan Mallery:

• One Big Happy Family
• The Summer Book Club
• The Happiness Plan
• Home Sweet Christmas
• The Boardwalk Bookshop

Ratings and reviews

Friendship, family, relationships are all disastrously ruined by the deception of one whose tentacles reach everyone. Beth gratefully and lovingly forms a friendship with Jana. Unknown to Beth, her brother Rick has been wooing Jana. When Beth meets Jana’s brother, Teddy, sparks fly. Her brother could ruin it all. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of the book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Susan Mallery brings to you in her new novel of romance love, loss and the bonds of family. There is a struggle between throughout. Is the bonds of family stronger than the loss of love and a great friendship? She pushes that to the limit. You’re tore between the two. Hoping for one side and realizing the defeat. I even shed a few tears at one point. It was such a good read! Romantic with happiness and sadness all in one with a beachy vibe to it like the title. Thanks NetGalley & publishers.

Enjoyed this newest read, although it felt like something was missing. I admit, my patience with Beth was a major struggle throughout the story. There is an HEA for Beth and Jana, the path was littered with debris. Not my favorite Susan Mallery book, but this is an enjoyable read,, do not miss it.

About the author

SUSAN MALLERY is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of novels about the relationships that shape women's lives—family, friendship, romance. Library Journal says, “Mallery is the master of blending emotionally believable characters in realistic situations," and readers seem to agree—40 million copies of her books have sold worldwide. Her warm, humorous stories make the world a happier place to live. She’s passionate about animal welfare, which shows in the many quirky animal characters she has created.Susan grew up in California and now lives in Seattle with her husband and adorable poodle. Visit her at SusanMallery.com.