The Summer Wind, 2 - (Lowcountry Summer) by Mary Alice Monroe (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"This heartwarming women's fiction series from beloved New York Times bestselling author Mary Alice Monroe centers on Marietta Colson Muir, a dowager of Charleston society who has retired to her historic summer home on Sullivan's Island called Conquest, and her three granddaughters Carson, Eudora, and Harper. It's summer once again on idyllic Sullivan's Island, but Eudora, or Dora as she's affectionately called by her family, is feeling anything but perfect. With a perpetually withdrawn son and an impending divorce, the pressure is just too much to handle, and Dora cracks, suffering what the doctors are calling 'Broken Heart' syndrome. Mamaw, Lucille, Harper, and Carson all rally around Dora to support her and nurse her back to health--however, it seems Dora isn't the only one falling apart this summer. Between Lucille's health scare and an unexpected surprise that has Carson reconsidering her life's direction, it looks like all the women of Sullivan's Island could use some TLC. When Sullivan's is hit with a tropical storm, it will be up to the three sisters to band together and weather the tempest together--both the one outside their windows, and the raging sea of emotions within each one of them" --<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b><i>The Summer Wind</i> is the second book in Monroe's Lowcountry Summer trilogy, following the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling <i>The Summer Girls.</i> This series is a poignant and heartwarming story of three half-sisters and their grandmother, who is determined to help them rediscover their southern roots and family bonds.</b> <p/>It's midsummer and Eudora, nicknamed Dora, is staying at Sea Breeze, the family's ancestral home on Sullivan's Island. For years, Dora has played the role of the perfect wife and mother in a loveless marriage. Now her husband filed for divorce, her child is diagnosed with autism, and her house is on the market. Dora's facade collapses under the weight of her grief and she suffers "broken heart syndrome." Mamaw and the girls rally around Dora--but it's up to Dora to heal herself as she spends the summer prowling the beach, discovering the secrets of the island and her heart. This is a summer of discovery for all the women of Sea Breeze. Carson returns from Florida to face life-changing decisions, Lucille confronts a health scare, and an unexpected visitor has Harper reconsidering her life's direction. <p/>When tropical storm winds batter the island, the women must band together and weather the tempest--both the one outside their windows and the raging sea of emotions within each of them. They must learn again what it means to be a sister. It is up to Mamaw to keep the light burning at Sea Breeze to guide the girls through the lies, the threats, and the rocky waters of indecision to home.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"An exquisite, many-layered novel of an unsolved mystery, an obsession, a reconciliation, and a little romance.... Treats readers to lush descriptions of nature.-- "Booklist"<br><br>"In the bestselling tradition of Kathryn Stockett's <i>The Help</i>, Mary Alice Monroe skillfully weaves together issues of class, women's rights, and domestic abuse set in the tumultuous South during the 1970s. . . . Beautifully wrought, and rich with keen insight . . . an unforgettable tale of marriage, resilience, and one woman's private strength."-- "Bookreporter"<br><br>"Magical! Mary Alice Monroe's writing is always sensitive and true, and as inspiring as the natural wonder about which she writes. This luminous tale--set in the South Carolina Lowcountry that we both love so deeply--was hard to put down."--Dorothea Benton Frank<br><br>"Monroe brings authenticity and a sense of wonder to the plight of the endangered sea turtles and their miraculous capacity for survival."-- "Publishers Weekly"<br><br>"Monroe utilizes her signature combination of informative storytelling wrapped in the relatable sagas of her protagonists."-- "Charleston City Paper"<br><br>[A] beautifully written and thought provoking work of fiction. Mary Alice Monroe once again delivers on her promise to write books that explore the beauty in nature and the complexity of human relationships as she delves into the human psyche.--Linda Hitchcock of Booktrib<br><br>A consummate storyteller.-- "The Best Reviews"<br><br>A master storyteller.-- "Southeastern Charm magazine"<br><br>A soaring, passionate story of loneliness and pain and the simple ability of love to heal and transcend both. Mary Alice Monroe's voice is as strong and true as the great birds of prey of whom she writes.--Anne Rivers Siddons<br><br>A strong, warm voice that brings the South to life.-- "Powell's Book Review"<br><br>An author of power and depth.-- "RT Reviews"<br><br>How wonderful it is to be able to dig into a summer novel and not only get so much pleasure from the awesome story, but to learn, learn, learn...[S]he brings new awareness to those of us who need enlightening.--Maurice on Books<br><br>Mary Alice writes the most readable books with important environmental story lines, but The Summer Girlsmight be my favorite. It's about family, finding yourself, getting through bad issues that could weigh you down, and enjoying the ride with the warm embrace of family. And there's a wild dolphin who helps heal the pain but finds his own. This book has everything--sense of place, family, strong characters, romance, a love of dolphins and more. This is BETTER than a beach read; this is a great book club book to discuss! Can't wait for the next in the trilogy. thanks, Mary Alice!--First Reads<br><br>Mary Alice Monroe has become one of the premier voices contemporary women's fiction today. Her lyrical, emotional, and gripping stories make for superb reading experiences.-- "RT Book Reviews"<br><br>Mary Alice Monroe has written another novel that is helping to redefine the beauty and magic of the Carolina Lowcountry. Every book she has written has felt like a homecoming to me and...she has succeeded in making the marshes and rivers of the Lowcountry her literary home.... Haunting.--New York Times bestselling author Pat Conroy<br><br>Mary Alice Monroe writes from her heart to the hearts of her readers.-- "Charleston Post & Courier"<br><br>Monroe makes her characters so believable, the reader can almost hear them breathing.-- "Booklist"<br><br>Such a wonderful, exciting new read! Very well written and addicting! Looking forward to the next book in the series. Mary Alice--hurry up!--Books Unlimited<br><br><i>The Summer Girls</i> conveys sound environmental messages through a captivating story of how the ocean and a charismatic dolphin reunite sisters in the alluring ecological setting of the Lowcountry of South Carolina. The story resonates on a personal level and, moreover, delivers a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting dolphins and the environment in which they live.--Patricia Fair, Director, Marine Mammal Program, NOAA<br><br><i>The Summer Girls</i> is more than just a beautifully written, moving portrayal of three sisters finding themselves and each other after years of separation. It's also an important book that deals head-on with significant issues so skillfully woven into the narrative that I often stopped to consider the import of what I'd just read. If you're a dedicated environmentalist, this book is a must-read. If you're just someone who enjoys a good story, you'll get that, too, and much more.--New York Times bestselling author Cassandra King<br><br><i>The Summer Wind </i>makes for an excellent beach read this summer.--The Literary Housewife, on The Summer Wind<br><br>It is hard to describe the beauty of Monroe's work.The words on the pages flow from the author's eyes to create a world of rareenchantment. Next, Monroe's brain assembles a plot that moves the charactersfrom one amazing event to another. Then from Monroe's heart comes the passionfor the story, one that is rich with love and depth."--Jackie K. Cooper, The Huffington Post<br><br>Mary Alice Monroe has a way with words when it comes to her characters and her locations. No other author has ever made me want to be sitting on the beach more.--Charming Chelsey's on The Summer Wind<br><br>Mary Alice Monroe has taken the rich waters of the Atlantic Coast as her own field of dreams. In <i>The Summer Girls</i>, she sings a song of praise to the bottle-nosed dolphins that bring so much joy to the men and women who gaze at the creeks and rivers of the low country each evening. Like all her books, <i>The Summer Girls</i> is a call to arms.--New York Times bestselling author Pat Conroy<br><br>Monroe's writing is as lean and elegant as the lovely young women who grace the beach... a cool, refreshing breeze of a read.--Joan Leotta, Recipes for Success, on The Summer Wind<br><br>Once you get to know the sisters and Mamaw, you'll want to follow their lives beyond the summer, and the beach.--Dawn Baumgartner Vaughan, The Herald Sun, on The Summer Wind<br><br>Pulls at your heartstrings.--Posting for Now on The Summer Wind, 5-star review<br><br>This is <i>the</i> perfect summertime beach read.--Maurice on Books, on The Summer Wind<br><br>Written with convincing Southern charm and thoughtfulness, <b>The Summer Wind </b>explores the bonds of sisterhood and the challenges of modern womanhood with warmth and genuine affection.--Amy Garvey, Bookpage.com, on The Summer Wind<br><br>"Monroe's resplendent storytelling shines even brighter . . . [with] startling insights into the intimate connection between nature and the human heart."--New York Times bestselling author Patti Callahan Henry<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Mary Alice Monroe is the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of twenty-seven books, including the bestselling The Beach House series. Monroe also writes children's picture books, and a new middle grade fiction series called The Islanders. She is a member of the South Carolina Academy of Authors' Hall of Fame, and her books have received numerous awards, including the South Carolina Center for the Book Award for Writing; the South Carolina Award for Literary Excellence; the SW Florida Author of Distinction Award; the RT Lifetime Achievement Award; the International Book Award for Green Fiction; the Henry Bergh Children's Book Award; and her novel, <i>A Lowcountry Christmas</i>, won the prestigious Southern Prize for Fiction. <i>The Beach House</i> is a Hallmark Hall of Fame movie, starring Andie MacDowell. Several of her novels have been optioned for film. She is the cocreator and cohost of the weekly web show and podcast <i>Friends & Fiction</i>. Monroe is also an active conservationist and serves on several boards. She lives on the South Carolina coast, which is a source of inspiration for many of her books.
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