A heartfelt, page-turning escape from the “Queen of the Beach Read” – Cosmopolitan
“Kristy Woodson Harvey is the go-to for elevated beach reads.” — People
“Perfect for fans of Elin Hilderbrand and Jennifer Weiner” – Country Living
“Southern bestselling sensation” – Katie Couric Media
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Escape to Cape Carolina This Summer
If you’ve ever dreamed of running away to a small coastal town—where front porches still matter, secrets have long memories, and second chances arrive when you least expect them—SUMMER STATE OF MIND is your perfect getaway.
From New York Times bestselling author Kristy Woodson Harvey comes a deeply emotional, hope-filled novel about love, found family, and the beautiful, complicated ways a community can change everything.
Meet Daisy Stevens
Burnt-out NICU nurse Daisy Stevens is no stranger to heartbreak—but after the worst day of her professional life, she knows one thing for sure: she can’t stay where she is.
So she runs.
To Cape Carolina, North Carolina, a charming coastal town that promises a simpler life… and maybe, just maybe, healing.
Meet Mason Thaysden
High school baseball coach Mason Thaysden once had big-league dreams—until a career-ending injury left him stuck in the hometown he’s desperate to escape.
On Daisy’s very first day in Cape Carolina, Mason discovers an abandoned baby, a moment that sends shockwaves through the tight-knit town—and unexpectedly ties his future to Daisy’s.
A Baby. A Secret. A Town on the Brink.
As Daisy grows attached to the child they’ve saved together, she’s forced to confront her own past and the future she never planned.
Mason begins to question whether leaving Cape Carolina is truly the answer.
And hovering over it all is Aunt Tilley—Mason’s eccentric, unforgettable aunt—who’s carrying long-buried family secrets of her own and searching for a fresh start she never thought possible.
When a startling discovery threatens to tear Cape Carolina apart, Daisy, Mason, and Tilley find themselves at the center of a storm that could change everything.
Why Readers Will Love SUMMER STATE OF MIND
* A swoony, slow-burn romance grounded in real emotion
* A coastal Carolina setting you’ll want to move into immediately
* A found-family story that celebrates community and connection
* A tender, hopeful look at motherhood, healing, and second chances
* A delightful community theater production of Hello, Dolly! (because life is better with a little drama)
Perfect for Fans of…
• Beach reads with heart and depth
• Stories about small towns and big secrets
• Emotional women’s fiction with romance
• Found family, fresh starts, and redemption arcs
• Books that leave you hopeful—and a little misty-eyed
This Summer, Cape Carolina is Exactly Where You Belong
SUMMER STATE OF MIND is a reminder that sometimes the life you’re running from—and the one you’re running toward—are closer than you think.
With love, understanding, and a whole lot of heart, this novel proves that when a community shows up for you, anything is possible.
Preorder SUMMER STATE OF MIND & Receive Exclusive Freebies
Preordering SUMMER STATE OF MIND means more than securing your copy early! It means treating yourself to a bundle created just for my most enthusiastic readers.
When You Preorder, You’ll Receive:
- An acrylic bookmark—perfect for beach bags and bedside tables
- A signed bookplate from me to you
- A “Live Your Story” magnet for daily inspiration
- A “My Summer Is Booked” card—because it truly is
- A page-by-page reader’s guide, perfect for book clubs or personal reflection
These preorder exclusives are available for a limited time only and won’t be offered once the book releases.
Preorder Now!
Get the feel-good, emotionally satisfying beach read readers will be talking about all summer—plus a beautiful bundle of bonuses.
- Preorder SUMMER STATE OF MIND now and escape to Cape Carolina.
*(Available wherever books are sold. Bonuses while supplies last.)
SUMMER STATE OF MIND on Tour!
Kristy Woodson Harvey is coming to a city near you! Don’t miss out on all the fun of tour. Get full details for each event at www.kristywoodsonharvey.com/tour-dates.
