🌅 Book Review: Beneath The Summer Sky by Grace Meyers (Kindle Edition, Cedar Keys Book 6)
A cozy, later-in-life romance filled with small-town charm, emotional resilience, and opposites-attract tension—Grace Meyers wraps up her Cedar Keys series with a heartwarming tale of love, legacy, and second chances.
🧠 Overview
Published in August 2025, Beneath The Summer Sky is the sixth and final book in the Cedar Keys series. It follows Adele Ramsey, a free-spirited widow who spends her days fishing along the rustic shores of Cedar Key, Florida. Her peaceful life is disrupted when she discovers her late husband made a secret deal with real estate developers—giving them partial ownership of the land she calls home.
Enter Christopher Tyson, a slick, big-city developer with ambitious plans for the town. Legally entitled to half of Adele’s property, he moves into her house, sparking a battle of wills. But as he joins her on fishing trips and daily routines, their animosity begins to soften into something deeper. When Christopher’s ruthless twin brother pressures him to close the deal, he faces a choice: betray Adele for his career or fight for the woman he’s falling for.
💘 Key Themes & Highlights
- 🏡 Enemies-to-lovers: Adele and Christopher’s dynamic is full of tension, banter, and slow-burning chemistry
- 👵 Later-in-life love: A refreshing focus on mature characters navigating romance and personal growth
- 🎣 Small-town coastal charm: Cedar Key’s laid-back setting adds warmth and texture to the story
- 🧠 Emotional healing: Themes of grief, independence, and trust give the romance depth
“Beautifully written as a cozy small town adventure… perfect for fans of enemies-to-lovers, opposites attract, and forced proximity romance.”
💬 Reader Reception
- 📖 Readers praise the book’s gentle pacing, relatable characters, and clean romantic tension
- 🧾 Ideal for fans of Grace Meyers’ uplifting style and short-format storytelling
- 💬 “Adele is fierce and funny, and Christopher’s transformation is both romantic and redemptive.”
⚠️ Considerations
- 📄 Short format: At 59 pages, it’s a quick read—best enjoyed as a cozy emotional escape
- 📚 Series continuity: Works as a standalone, but offers satisfying closure for longtime Cedar Keys readers
- 🧠 Clean romance: No explicit content—perfect for readers who prefer heartwarming over steamy
🏁 Final Verdict
Beneath The Summer Sky is a sweet, emotionally grounded novella that brings the Cedar Keys series to a satisfying close. Grace Meyers blends humor, heart, and coastal charm into a story that celebrates love at any age. If you’re looking for a feel-good beach read with depth and warmth, this Kindle edition is a lovely pick.
