"It Happened One Summer" is a contemporary romance novel written by Tessa Bailey. It is the first book in the Bellinger Sisters series and was published in July 2021. Here are the full details for the novel:
**Title:** It Happened One Summer
**Author:** Tessa Bailey
**Publication Date:** July 13, 2021
**Genre:** Contemporary Romance
**Setting:** The story is primarily set in the small coastal town of Westport, Washington.
**Plot Summary:**
"It Happened One Summer" follows the story of Piper Bellinger, a socialite and party girl living in California. When her estranged father is arrested, she is forced to spend the summer in Westport, Washington, a small fishing town she hasn't visited in years. Piper's father owns a bar in Westport, and she is tasked with cleaning it up and getting it ready for sale.
In Westport, Piper meets Brendan Knight, a gruff, rugged fisherman and the town's sheriff. Brendan has a reputation as a no-nonsense, down-to-earth guy, and he and Piper couldn't be more different. But over the course of the summer, they find themselves drawn to each other. As they spend time together, they discover that they have more in common than they initially thought.
The novel explores themes of family, personal growth, and unexpected love. It's a classic "opposites attract" romance with plenty of humor, small-town charm, and sizzling chemistry between the two main characters.
**Characters:**
- Piper Bellinger: The protagonist, a wealthy and carefree socialite who is forced to spend the summer in a small fishing town.
- Brendan Knight: The town's sheriff, a rugged fisherman, and the love interest of Piper.
- Various supporting characters from the small town of Westport, including Piper's half-sisters and the locals who help her navigate her new life.
**Reception:**
"It Happened One Summer" received positive reviews from readers and critics for its charming characters, humor, and steamy romance. It also gained attention for its beautiful small-town setting and the strong chemistry between Piper and Brendan.
The novel is part of a series, so readers can look forward to more romantic adventures featuring the Bellinger sisters in subsequent books.