The Book of Summer

Physician Bess Codman returns to her family’s Nantucket home, Cliff House, which is threatened by erosion, guiding her through a series of revelations about the house’s history and its significance. Interwoven with the voices of a young newlywed during WWII and the house’s guestbook, the story explores the enduring power of family, secrets, and the passage of time. As the final summer at Cliff House unfolds, Bess uncovers truths that deepen her understanding of her family and herself.