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The Summer Everything Changed
- Author
- Sian O'Gorman
- Narrator
- Caroline Lennon
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 5 March 2026
- Run Time
- 9 hours 43 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
Is it ever too late to reclaim the life you never lived?
Rosie O'Malley has not drawn breath after tragically losing her mother and then being abandoned by the one man she knew she loved.
Burying her grief and heartbreak, Rosie threw herself into running Sandycoveโs Cliff Top hotel determined to make a success of her mother's legacy and keep a roof over her familyโs heads. It's now ten years later and this weekend, the hotel throws open its doors to host its very first wedding.
Boston-based Patrick Power touches down at Dublin Airport for his brother's Seรกn's wedding, having dedicated the last decade to building his thriving Irish restaurant business. A decade earlier, he left behind the love of his life and try as he might, he's never been able to forget her.
Imagine Patrick's shock when he discovers the wedding is being held in Cliff Top, Rosieโs hotel - the girl he let slip away.
As Sandycove shimmers in a heatwave, can Patrick navigate a family wedding as well as his own feelings? And will Rosie realise sheโs been living her late mother's life and not her own? Can she forgive Patrick for leaving her or will ambition and responsibility once again stand in the way of love?
If you love this book try Sian's other fantastic books set in Dublin's Sandycove Bay..Sian OโGorman about lost friendship, love and learning to .
Praise for Sian O'Gorman:
'Utterly irresistible and joyful - the perfect summer read!' Faith Hogan
' Truly Amazing...Another outstanding story from Sian, you just can't go wrong with her books ๐,they are impossible to put down. I would definitely recommend that you read this book,you won't be disappointed.' - Reader Review
'A gorgeous story of friendship, community and starting over' Jessica Redland
'What a truly wonderful book. I loved everything about this book. Sian has the gift of story telling. Can't wait for her next book' - Reader Review
'A book with everything. A real 5 star read.' Claudia Carroll
'Loved this book. Fantastic book about life and love and families. I read it really quickly and thoroughly enjoyed it. I didnโt want it to end' - Reader Review
'Delicious! An upbeat, witty read about friends, family and following your dreams.' Gillian Harvey
'Joyful, uplifting and hugely entertaining tale about living life to the fullest, the power of friendship and finding your voice you are going to love' - Reader Review
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Details
- Author
- Sian O'Gorman
- Narrator
- Caroline Lennon
- Duration
- 9 hours 43 minutes
- Release Date
- 5 March 2026
- ISBN
- 9781836178323
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Contemporary romance, Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Romance, Family life fiction, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Fiction: general and literary
Synopsis
A captivating read from the Irish bestseller, about friendship, love and learning to live your best life๐ Perfect for fans of Faith Hogan, Sheila O'Flanagan and Laura Pearson!Is it ever too late to reclaim the life you never lived?Rosie O'Malley has not drawn breath after tragically losing her mother and then being abandoned by the one man she knew she loved. Burying her grief and heartbreak, Rosie threw herself into running Sandycoveโs Cliff Top hotel determined to make a success of her mother's legacy and keep a roof over her familyโs heads. It's now ten years later and this weekend, the hotel throws open its doors to host its very first wedding.Boston-based Patrick Power touches down at Dublin Airport for his brother's Seรกn's wedding, having dedicated the last decade to building his thriving Irish restaurant business. A decade earlier, he left behind the love of his life and try as he might, he's never been able to forget her.Imagine Patrick's shock when he discovers the wedding is being held in Cliff Top, Rosieโs hotel - the girl he let slip away.As Sandycove shimmers in a heatwave, can Patrick navigate a family wedding as well as his own feelings? And will Rosie realise sheโs been living her late mother's life and not her own? Can she forgive Patrick for leaving her or will ambition and responsibility once again stand in the way of love?If you love this book try Sian's other fantastic books set in Dublin's Sandycove Bay..Sian OโGorman about lost friendship, love and learning to .Praise for Sian O'Gorman:'Utterly irresistible and joyful - the perfect summer read!' Faith Hogan' Truly Amazing...Another outstanding story from Sian, you just can't go wrong with her books ๐,they are impossible to put down. I would definitely recommend that you read this book,you won't be disappointed.' - Reader Review'A gorgeous story of friendship, community and starting over' Jessica Redland'What a truly wonderful book. I loved everything about this book. Sian has the gift of story telling. Can't wait for her next book' - Reader Review'A book with everything. A real 5 star read.' Claudia Carroll'Loved this book. Fantastic book about life and love and families. I read it really quickly and thoroughly enjoyed it. I didnโt want it to end' - Reader Review'Delicious! An upbeat, witty read about friends, family and following your dreams.' Gillian Harvey'Joyful, uplifting and hugely entertaining tale about living life to the fullest, the power of friendship and finding your voice you are going to love' - Reader Review
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