A forbidden crush. A family secret. One summer that changes everything.

When Ava joins her stepbrother Elijah and his family in the Hamptons, she discovers long-buried truths about her father-and her growing feelings for Elijah. As forbidden romance and revelations collide, Ava must decide: follow her heart or protect the past?

A summer in the Hamptons stirs up family history and a forbidden crush in this beach-read installment of a heartwarming saga. Women's fiction about finding your roots, the risks of first love and friendships tested by the truth.

Ainsley Keaton's “The Beachfront Crush,” the tenth book in the Sconset Beach series, follows Ava as she navigates the complexities of family, friendship, and a budding forbidden romance.

When Elijah invites Ava to the Hamptons to spend a month with his ailing mother and two half-sisters, Rachel and Deborah, Ava eagerly accepts. There, she finds out more about her birth father and his family, which excites Ava, who's desperate to know about her heritage.

As Ava grows closer to Elijah, she grapples with the societal expectations surrounding their relationship. The Hamptons serve as a picturesque backdrop for Ava's journey of self-discovery and the exploration of her feelings for Elijah.

Ava must confront her desires and decide whether to pursue a forbidden love or adhere to the norms dictated by society.

This Women's Fiction novel delves into the intricacies of friendship and family, promising a captivating read for fans of the series.

Praise for the Sconset Beach series:

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Great continuation of the story

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Love This Series

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ A captivating series, a must read...

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Awesome book

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ An enjoyable read

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ This is a wonderful read