If you’ve ever dreamed of sipping rosé on a sun-dappled porch with ocean views and salty breezes, Elin Hilderbrand’sThe Hotel Nantucket will sweep you straight there. Known as the “Queen of Beach Reads,” Hilderbrand once again delivers an irresistibly charming tale set against the backdrop of one of America’s most idyllic summer destinations: the tiny, cobblestone-lined island of Nantucket.

The novel centers around the grand renovation of a once-glamorous, now-haunted hotel — with an ensemble cast of staff and guests whose lives intertwine in deliciously dramatic, heartfelt, and at times hilarious ways. As the hotel comes back to life, so does the island itself, leaping off the pages with scenes of fresh oysters, bike rides past hydrangea-lined cottages, and moonlit beach strolls.

Reading The Hotel Nantucket feels like sinking into a comfy lounge chair with a cool drink after a morning swim — it’s a light but satisfying indulgence that leaves you craving your own New England seaside adventure.

For those of us who believe a destination can feel like a character in its own right, Nantucket shines in every chapter. Hilderbrand paints a portrait of an island community that’s as warm and endearing as her protagonists. You’ll find yourself wanting to book a ferry ticket, check into a crisp white suite, and spend your days exploring boutiques, eating lobster rolls on the beach, and maybe, just maybe, believing in a few local ghost stories of your own.

If this book has you daydreaming of salty air and pastel sunsets, Nantucket makes an enchanting destination for a real-life getaway. I love imagining a reading retreat here — think boutique inns, sunset sailing, fresh seafood dinners, and plenty of downtime to devour your next page-turner by the sea.

So pour yourself an iced tea, curl up somewhere breezy, and let The Hotel Nantucket transport you — no beach towel required (though highly recommended).