I read Best Summer Ever back in January and it made me dream of the sea, summer, fantastic friendships, and wonderful romance. Also, experience has taught me that if you are looking for uplifting and immersive stories you can’t ever go wrong with a Heidi Swain’s novel.

The protagonist of the novel is Daisy who is returning home to Wynmouth after quitting the job she didn’t like and leaving the cheating boyfriend who was trying to turn her into the perfect girlfriend. Daisy doesn’t know what to do with her life yet and she has never been good at sticking to jobs or boyfriends, something that caused a kind of rift with her parents, so she is not expecting a warm welcome from them. After an unexpected encounter with a handsome and charming and yet annoying American backpacker who keeps turning up wherever she goes, Daisy settles down back at home and even though her relationship with her parents is strained, she can count on her two best friends, Penny and Nick, and Algy, the owner of Wynbrooke Manor.

Best Summer Ever is a charming, escapist, and entertaining story of self-discovery. Daisy’s return to Wynmouth leads her to reconnect with her friends, embark on a new romance, trying to solve her differences with her parents, and maybe finally finding her dream job. I loved the setting of Wynmouth, with its beautiful scenery and picturesque locations, and the cast of characters is relatable and likable. I can’t recommend it enough! Best Summer Ever is a heartwarming story that will take you right into the summer!

You know what you're going to get with a Heidi Swain book - great location, gentle easy-going story line, lovely characters and a couple of hic-cups along the way, and this book didn't disappoint.
Unfortunately for me I struggled somewhat with Daisy's issues with her parents and it all seemed rather juvenile - it was kind of addressed within the tale with Daisy complaining that her parents "treat her like she's 18 rather than 28", however the character herself came across as being 18 - so much that I double check that I wasn't reading a YA book.

This was a lovely addition to this series, I really enjoyed the characters and the area that it is set in, I would love to visit and holiday in this area. The characters are vey likable and very well written, I was hooked form the very first page, looking forward to Heidi's next offering

A great summer romance read. Full of sun, sea, drama and romance. Loved following Daisy with all the ups, downs and love in this book.

Best Day Ever was a fun, easy read, but with a few bumps along the way.
The premise? Delightful.
The setting? Pure Swain magic.
But the FMC felt incredibly childish at the start, which made it tough to connect with her journey. And while I love when a book’s title is cleverly woven into the story, this one? It was over-the-top... I get it, it’s the Best Day Ever, but did we need to be reminded that much?

That said, there were some lovely, heartwarming moments, and the small-town charm Swain does so well still shone through.

Would I recommend it? If you’re after a light, escapist read with some fun moments, it’s worth picking up but don’t expect it to be the best book ever 🤭

Now, I need something amazing to follow this up with! Drop your small-town romance recs in the comments please! ⬇️

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As always an enjoyable, easy read. I feel like fans of Swain will know exactly what they're getting whenever they're picking up her newest title.

For those that may be new to the author, I would highly recommend going back and reading the books in order. Whilst they are all standalones, there is often overlapping of characters from previous stories which really makes them richer.

I received a free copy of, Best Summer Ever, by Heidi Swain, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Daisy is back home in Wynmouth. She left her job and cheating man behind. Daisy finds sometimes yo can go home again, though there was a lot of drama at home too. This was a lovely read, I really enjoyed it.

I love everything this author writes, and The Best Summer Ever was no exception. Another perfect book for your summer reading. As always impeccably well written with a fanatic story line. Set in a stunning location with the back drop of summer and engaging characters. What’s not to love. Five stars.

I adored this book. It was the perfect Summery read. The setting, the supporting characters, everything all added up to the perfect romance book. I loved following Josh and Daisys story and was actually sad when I finished this book! Heidi creates such lovely settings in her stories - there’s a real community feel and it was so nice to return to Wynmouth and catch up with some of the characters from her other books. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a lighthearted, Summery read that will make you smile.

A nice summer read. For the first half of the book I found Daisy to be a little selfish and quite childish which was a little annoying. However, once Daisy managed to get her dream job I found her character changed a little so I enjoyed the story bit more.

The Wynbrook estate sounded dreamy and I liked the community feel of the book.

Overall, a nice read

I started this book at 9.30pm and could not sleep until I finished it! I love a book based around a community which is what Heidi Swain excels at - gorgeous writing about a small village, old regrets and a summer romance, feel good fiction at it's best!

I really enjoyed this book. It is a perfect easy read.
The story focuses on Daisy and her move back to her hometown after breaking up with her partner. The descriptions throughout the book allowed you to really imagine that you were there and engrossed in the story itself.
This is a great summer read.

A feel good read from start to finish.
I have read several Heidi Swain books now and I love Wynmouth!
It is the perfect home from home, every time. pick up a book I feel like I am returning to somewhere special!

Daisy catches her boyfriend cheating so decides to pack herself up and head back to Wynmouth with the mantra that this will be the "Best Summer Ever!"

A series of unfortunate and fortunate events for the family and the group of friends keep you turning pages quickly with the story unfolding near the end! Despite the familiar feel to the book and the style of story, the twists and turns vary and it made for a very good Heidi Swain read!

Well I absolutely loved being back in Wynmouth. Daisy and Josh made for a truly lovely story.

Heidi always writes such gentle, easy reads that you can totally absorb yourself in.

Algy was an delight of a character. In fact all of the characters (except one) are lovely. They don't perhaps always start out lovely but things change throughout the book.

All in all a very heartwarming lovely book from Heidi. Thank you Netgalley for allowing me to read this one.

A really enjoyable book, set in a delightful sounding Norfolk costal village & country house, and featuring characters who readers will easily warm to.
Perhaps the ‘twist’ between the two main characters was a little too guessable from early on, but knowing what was to come didn’t detract from the enjoyment of the book.
Great descriptions, from which I could almost feel the saltiness of the sea drying in the hot summer sunshine after a dip in to cool off. The whole book made me look forward to summer.
Heartwarming story of reconnecting with family & friends whilst finding your true self.
A lovely summer read.

Fabulously warm hearted read. Coming back to Wynmouth is like snuggling in a favourite cardigan and slippers. Wonderful new characters with a positively charming story. Great read and one I’m sure to come back again and again.

Thank you Netgalley

I read this book during a particularly gloomy week, with no sunshine in sight, so it was the perfect escape into a world filled with warmth, sea, and romance. The vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling transported me to a much sunnier place, making the reading experience all the more enjoyable.

One of the highlights for me was the portrayal of friendships and family dynamics. The relationships between the characters felt authentic, with natural development that added depth to the story. Even though I figured out Josh’s identity early on, it didn’t take away from my enjoyment. Instead, I appreciated how all the different storylines wove together seamlessly, with well-drawn characters and believable interactions.

Overall, this was a delightful and uplifting read, perfect for anyone looking for a heartwarming escape.

Wow what an outstanding book suitable to read in the summer time , I read this book out in Spain and could not put it down I adored the location of the book and loved all the characters with penny being my favourite and I had goosebumps with the song that is mentioned in the book without giving any spoilers away

When I was reading this book I could imagine myself in the scene at the beach, in the pub and at the estate and all the smells etc the author has amazing ability to capture your imagination like you are actually in the location of the book and living the life of the characters she describes

I wish the author all the best with this book

Many thanks to the publishers and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for this review

Best Summer Ever By Heidi Swain
Published By Simon & Schuster
Publication Date 24th April 2025

Blurb
Summer is in full swing when Daisy drives back into Wynmouth in her almost-clapped-out car, having left both her most recent job and the man her parents thought she was going to marry. Coming home could be just what she needs to move her life on.

At Wynbrook Manor, things are in disarray. Owner Algy isn’t getting any younger, and Daisy’s mum Janet, housekeeper at the manor, spends her days running around after him, while Daisy’s dad Robin, the gardener, has been let down by the person he had lined up to take care of the new cut-flower garden.

As Daisy tries to find her place at Wynbrook and in the village, she’s drawn to summer visitor Josh. But when he turns out to be not the person he appears to be, will the spark between them fizzle out? And with it, the chances of this turning into the best summer ever?

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I was lucky enough to be given an ARC copy of this book & once again, Heidi has delivered a delightful, feel-good read with "Best Summer Ever."

Heidi excels at creating vivid & inviting settings, & Wynmouth is no exception. The descriptions of Wynbrook Manor & the surrounding coastal scenery truly transport you to a picturesque summer location. This allows the reader to really feel like they are there within the pages of the book which is filled with a warm, summery atmosphere that's perfect for relaxing & unwinding.

Daisy's journey of self-discovery is relatable & engaging. She's a character that many readers will connect with as she navigates life changes & finds her place.
The supporting characters, particularly those at Wynbrook Manor, add depth & charm & the story contains a nice amount of intrigue, which keeps the reader engaged.


"Best Summer Ever" lives up to its title, offering a lighthearted & uplifting reading experience.
It's a perfect choice for fans of contemporary romance & feel-good fiction.

Heidi Swain's writing style is easy to enjoy, making this a great book for a relaxing summer read, providing a very nice escape from everyday life & leaves you with a smile!

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Set in Wynmouth Norfolk, Dairy returns home to her parents... her relationship with Jonathan is over (after catching him in the office with one of the new members of staff), her job was hopeless so she walked out on both!

Daisy stops off at the Pub and is hired as a barmaid for the summer, she meets up with Josh an American who is staying at the cottage next door.

This book uncovers many secrets, broken family relationships, unknown love between friends and unrealised dreams.

A great book and easy summer read.


Thanks to Simon & Schuster UK and Netgalley for an ERC.