The Comeback Summer - by Ali Brady (Paperback)

About the Book

"Two sisters fight for their legacy while breaking out of their comfort zones in this new women's fiction novel by Ali Brady, author of The Beach Trap. Sisters Hannah and Libby need to make a big change. The PR agency they inherited from their grandmother-her pride and joy, her legacy-is failing, and clients are leaving left and right. They're about to lose hope until in walks Big Betty, a well-known self-help guru of the famed Ted Talk "Crushing the Comfort Zone." Betty is looking for a new PR agency, but there is a catch: whoever works for her has to follow her plan. She wants to see Hannah and Libby crush their own comfort zones, so they take her Enneagram-type quiz to reveal their challenges: analytical and introverted Hannah must go on twelve dates with twelve different men, while outgoing and creative Libby, who is not athletic by any means, must complete a rigorous obstacle course. They're both happy with the progress they're making-Hannah helps Libby train and Libby manages Hannah's dating app account and sets her up on dates. But everything gets derailed when Hannah's ex Josh rolls into town. Hannah knows she should keep her distance, but she still gravitates toward him. Libby, too, is distracted when she connects with a guy on the dating app, but the problem is he thinks she's Hannah-Hannah, who is much slimmer and more beautiful than Libby-which complicates everything. With their company's future at stake, they can't afford to fail their challenges, but in crushing their comfort zones, are they pushing themselves toward the wrong path?"--

Book Synopsis

Two sisters have one summer to crush their comfort zones and save their grandmother's legacy in this sweet, sexy, and heartfelt novel by Ali Brady, author of The Beach Trap.

Hannah and Libby need a miracle. The PR agency they inherited from their grandmother is losing clients left and right, and the sisters are devastated at the thought of closing. The situation seems hopeless--until in walks Lou, an eccentric self-help guru who is looking for a new PR agency. Her business could solve all their problems--but there's a catch. Whoever works with Lou must complete a twelve-week challenge as part of her "Crush Your Comfort Zone" program.

Hannah, whose worst nightmare is making small talk with strangers, is challenged to go on twelve first dates. Libby, who once claimed to have period cramps for four weeks straight to get out of gym class, is challenged to compete in an obstacle course race. The challenges begin with Hannah helping Libby train and Libby managing the dating app on her sister's behalf. They're both making good progress--until Hannah's first love rolls into town, and Libby accidentally falls for a guy she's supposed to be setting up with her sister.

Things get even more complicated when secrets come to light, making the sisters question the one relationship they've always counted on: each other. With their company's future on the line, they can't afford to fail. But in trying to make a comeback to honor their grandmother, are they pushing themselves down the wrong path?

Review Quotes

"This uplifting story will have you cheering for sisters Hannah and Libby as they push past the boundaries of their comfort zones. The dual narrative lets the readers experience Hannah's and Libby's compelling journeys, both of which unfold at a perfect pace throughout the story. The prose, character development and romance are a 10 out of 10 in the The Comeback Summer."--Suzanne Park, author of So We Meet Again

"Both heartful and so much fun, The Comeback Summer finds two sisters at forks in their road and challenges them to consider the path not taken: in love, in family, in life. A delightful confection all about reinvention." --Allison Winn Scotch, New York Times bestselling author of The Rewind

"In this lovely story of sisterhood and summer, self-discovery deftly entwines with two sweet romances. Full of warmth, complexity and charm, The Comeback Summer is the perfect read."--Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka, authors of Do I Know You?

"The ultimate vacation read. I didn't want to put it down. The duo deliver a stunning story about the love between sisters, soulmates, and for one's self. Heavy topics such as body positivity and mental health are handled with a light, humorous, and heartwarming touch and The Comeback Summer will leave you grinning from ear to ear."--Denise Williams, author of Do You Take This Man?

"...[A]nother winsome and winning tale that neatly pivots between the two sisters' viewpoints and delivers the maximum measure of sharp humor and smoldering romance, all while insightfully underscoring the importance of the bond between siblings and the rewards found in embracing new challenges in life."--Booklist

"An enchanting, heartwarming story about the families we're born into--and the families we choose for ourselves. The Beach Trap is full of beauty, and hope, and reminders that it's never too late to roll up our sleeves and rise above the mistakes we made. I cheered, I cried, I swooned while reading about Blake and Kat, and their journeys to finding love, to finding themselves, and to becoming the sisters they were always meant to be. Take this book on vacation with you, and let its heart and humor sweep you off your feet!"--Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis

"A unique and fun twist on the enemies-to-lovers trope, The Beach Trap features two half-sisters who hate each other, but are thrown together one fateful summer to save their family's beach house. It's The Parent Trap meets Flip or Flop (with not one, but two hot handy men). In other words--the ultimate vacation read."--Colleen Oakley, USA Today bestselling author of The Invisible Husband of Frick Island

"The Beach Trap is both a celebration of sisterhood and an unflinching examination of how where we come from shapes who we become. Ali Brady isn't afraid to let Kat and Blake muddle through their mess, be it the mistakes of their family or the literal mess of the beach house they've inherited, and gift readers with an uplifting tale that shows how, with a little elbow grease, the baggage of our past doesn't have to define us. With an HGTV-worthy plot, heaps of family drama, and a side of romance, The Beach Trap hits the nail on the head when it comes to the perfect summer read. Don't forget to pack this one in your beach bag!"--Sarah Grunder Ruiz, author of Love, Lists, and Fancy Ships

""From the deft manner in which the authors shift the narrative between their two protagonists to the dual romances that unfold with just the right dash of snarky wit and sexy sizzle, readers will find The Beach Trap to be an absolute delight."--Booklist

"There is a special place in my heart for media in which the real love story is about sisters finding each other (see: "Fleabag"), and that's what The Beach Trap delivers: the tale of two women who decide to put each other first. But in the process, they also find romance with two different--but equally swoony--guys."--Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis

"The writing duo of Ali Brady hit the ball out of the park with their debut--the story is just so well-done. The Beach Trap is a sweet and uplifting story that had me cheering for Kat and Blake to resolve their differences and come to terms with their family's sordid past. It will be the perfect book to take to the pool or the beach this summer."--Thoughts From a Page

"A juicy beach read!"--Motherly

"Ali Brady...hit the ball out of the park with their debut--the story is just so well-done. The writing is vivid, and I felt like I was transported to the beach or living in the beach house. The Beach Trap is a sweet and uplifting story that had me cheering for Kat and Blake to resolve their differences and come to terms with their family's sordid past. It will be the perfect book to take to the pool or the beach this summer."--The Buzz Magazines

"If you're a fool for HGTV and sibling rivalry novels, toss The Beach Trap into your bag."--The Augusta Chronicle

About the Author

Ali Brady is the pen name of writing BFFs Alison Hammer and Bradeigh Godfrey. The Beach Trap is their first book together. Alison lives in Chicago and works as a VP creative director at an advertising agency. She's the author of You and Me and Us and Little Pieces of Me. Bradeigh lives with her family in Utah, where she works as a physician. She's the author of the psychological thriller Imposter.