A richly nostalgic historical fiction novel about one unforgettable summer that changes a family forever.
 
In the tumultuous summer of 1969, the Levin family gathers on Nantucket as the world shifts around them. With one son fighting in Vietnam, another caught in the throes of civil rights tensions, and their daughters struggling with love and identity, this summer becomes a turning point. Through heartbreak and hope, the LeVins must find strength in each other as history unfolds.
 
Summer of '69 is Elin Hilderbrand’s first historical novel, weaving family tension and personal growth against the backdrop of one of America’s most transformative summers. The LeVins’ world is in flux — the Vietnam War looms, civil rights movements surge, and the family’s own secrets begin to unravel.
 
Through interwoven perspectives and rich period detail, Hilderbrand delivers a poignant exploration of love, loss, and hope. As the family faces their greatest challenges yet, they discover that even in times of great upheaval, connection and courage can light the way forward.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
A captivating blend of historical fiction and family drama set during a defining American era.
Beautifully evokes the sights and emotions of Nantucket in the late 1960s.
Explores love, loss, and the power of resilience amid social change.
Features Elin Hilderbrand’s signature warmth, detail, and multi-perspective storytelling.
A perfect beach read with heart and historical depth.
 
🌟 Perfect For
Fans of The Hotel Nantucket and Malibu Rising.
Readers who love multi-generational family stories with historical settings.
Book clubs interested in love, identity, and social change.
Collectors of Book of the Month Club historical fiction.
 
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