Summer Loving

"Ocean Shores is now my fictional happy place!" Goodreads Reviewer

Sparks fly when Gabe Herrera, the charismatic owner of a food truck, clashes with Madison Baldwin, the meticulous chef of a prestigious fine dining restaurant. Their rivalry escalates when they both set their sights on the same coveted restaurant space, setting the stage for a culinary showdown that sizzles as much as their signature dishes.

For Madison, each meal is a meticulously orchestrated symphony of flavors. She's determined to succeed in her first head chef position, but with Gabe's food truck parked across the street and stealing her potential customers, her dreams are at risk. Meanwhile, Gabe, a self-taught chef from an immigrant family, believes food is a celebration of life, meant to connect people and bring joy to everyday moments, but he needs more than a food truck to support his family.

As their rivalry intensifies, Madison and Gabe find themselves competing head-to-head in a cooking competition for a prize that could change both their lives. But as the competition heats up, so does the attraction between them. Can they set aside their differences and blend their flavors to create a recipe for love? Or will their conflicting styles and opinions prove to be insurmountable obstacles?

Find out in Summer Loving, a heartwarming and humorous tale of love, food, and the power of a good meal to bring people together.

SUMMER LOVING is the second book in the OCEAN SHORES series by #1 NYT Bestselling Author, Barbara Freethy. These sweet, heartwarming, romantic comedies have all the feels and fun tropes including grumpy-sunshine, opposites attract, enemies to lovers, rival chefs, and cooking competition!