And I will still be looking forward the the next MKA.

Still, that being said, Beach Town was an entertaining read, light fare for beach chair perusing. This latest just wasn't as heartwarming, heartfelt and humorous as I wanted it to be. In Beach Town, those are the characters I enjoyed the most - Eb and his aunt Gin, residents of Cypress Key. Books that feature more 'everyday' people and situations. I found her self-serving and insensitive and I never felt like cheering her on.Īlthough there are lots of details about the movie biz, I found I wasn't overly interested - I prefer the books set on Tybee Island and the Outer Banks. Despite plot line developments that are meant to endear her to the reader, I just never warmed up to her. And upon reflection - I didn't like Greer. It took a bit to figure out what it was that stopped Beach Town being another great read for me. But, somehow this latest fell a little flat for me. I always look forward to the latest from Mary Kay Andrews - I like her warm, humorous storytelling. And lots of supporting players with their own issues and story lines. A dastardly boss with unrealistic expectations - movie director Bryce is definitely demanding. Complications in the form of misunderstandings, family and self sabotage - Greer has unresolved family issues.And of course, there needs to be a sidekick friend, always a little 'out there' - CeeJay, hair and makeup maven. But not everyone is happy that they're there.īeach Town captures all the elements of a chick lit novel - love found, love lost and perhaps found again - Eb, the mayor of Cypress Key is quite attractive. Cypress Key won't be sleepy much longer with the influx of the movie stars and crew. Her latest search turns up sleepy Cypress Key - a run-down, sleepy little town off the beaten path that is just what the director is looking for. Greer Hennessey is a film location scout.

Well, it's here - Beach Town has just released!Īndrews has set her latest on the Florida Gulf Coast this time. It's not truly summer until Mary Kay Andrews releases her newest book.

Beach Town by Mary Kay Andrews