The Recommended Reading Order for Seaside Summers
While every book in the Seaside Summers series is written to stand on its own as a complete contemporary romance with a satisfying happily-ever-after, reading them in publication order is highly recommended. Because the characters form a tight-knit circle of friends and family, reading them chronologically prevents spoilers regarding who ends up with whom and allows you to enjoy the natural progression of their lives on Cape Cod.
- Seaside Dreams (2014) – Follows the romance between Bella Abbascia, a woman who has sworn off love after a painful past, and Caden Grant, a dedicated local police officer and single father.
- Seaside Hearts (2014) – Focuses on Jenna Ward, who has harbored a long-time crush on talented boat craftsman Pete Lacroux, though family obligations threaten to keep them apart.
- Seaside Sunsets (2014) – Features Jessica Ayers, a classically trained cellist seeking a break from her demanding career, and Jamie Reed, a wealthy billionaire who shifts her focus entirely.
- Seaside Secrets (2015) – Delves into the emotional history between Amy Maples and local surfer Tony Black, whose shared past makes finding their way back to each other a challenge.
- Seaside Nights (2015) – Highlights tattoo shop owner Sky Lacroux and Sawyer Bass, a passionate singer and boxer looking for peace and connection.
- Seaside Embrace (2016) – Follows metal sculptor Hunter Lacroux and Jana Garner, an artistic dancer, actress, and waitress navigating their mutual attraction and ambitions.
- Seaside Lovers (2016) – Focuses on the romance between artist Grayson Lacroux and Parker Collins, an actress looking for a real connection away from the spotlight.
- Seaside Whispers (2016) – Centers on Princeton professor Matt Lacroux and Mira Savage, a single mother dealing with past heartbreaks who finds a second chance at love.
- Seaside Serenade (2019) – A special Valentine's Day novella that focuses on Brock Garner and Cree Redmond, while catching up with the beloved cast from the previous books.
How Seaside Summers Fits into the Love in Bloom Universe
The Seaside Summers series is a distinct, beloved subseries within Melissa Foster's massive, interconnected Love in Bloom romance universe. Before diving into Seaside Dreams, readers are first introduced to the Seaside crew in Read, Write, Love (Book 5 of The Remingtons subseries). While it is not mandatory to read the entire Love in Bloom series to enjoy these beachside romances, starting with Read, Write, Love provides excellent backstory on how the friendships and dynamics in Wellfleet were established.
Addison Cole's Sweet with Heat Alternative
If you prefer clean romance over steamier, highly explicit scenes, Melissa Foster publishes alternative versions of these books under her sweet romance pen name, Addison Cole. Titled the Sweet with Heat: Seaside Summers series, these editions feature the same characters, settings, and heart-melting plots, but with the explicit language and sensuality toned down. The reading order matches the original series, beginning with Read, Write, Love at Seaside and Dreaming at Seaside.
What to Know Before You Start
Melissa Foster’s writing style is known for balancing deep emotional issues—such as grief, career transitions, and single parenthood—with playful humor and tight family bonds. Since the characters frequently crossover and appear as supporting players in subsequent novels, keeping a checklist of the Lacroux and Garner family trees is a great way to stay oriented as the community grows.