It Started With A Kiss

"The Ocean Shores apartment complex is exactly where I would want to live, finding a family with the other tenants. Although I can’t live there, I can visit every time Freethy finishes a new title — or jump into one I’ve already read just to enjoy the vibes." Gwen – Goodreads



The next book in the Ocean Shores Series, IT STARTED WITH A KISS, features a new heartwarming and humorous romance featuring Ben Mercer, a police detective, who isn't looking for love…but sometimes Cupid strikes when you least expect it! More details to come…



Praise for the Ocean Shores Series!



"Blame It On the Bikini is an incredible love story, which filled me with a rollercoaster of emotions, and was impossible to put down. I was hooked from the first few pages and loved every moment on every page. Barbara Freethy continues to deliver incredibly written love stories that I LOVE to read and continues to be one of my favorite authors to read." Patti – Goodreads



"This series is so fun and easy, breezy. The characters are so likable, and I love the continued storylines from the characters other characters in the series." Debbie – Goodreads Reviewer on Blame It On The Bikini



"Another warm and witty story from Barbara Freethy! Blame it on the Bikini, is a delightful addition to the Ocean Shores series. The story has everything I look for: engaging characters, a heartfelt romance, and a gorgeous seaside setting. Barbara’s descriptive writing makes me feel like I’m right there in Ocean Shores, part of the community myself. I also appreciated the updates on familiar faces from earlier books, which makes the series feel even more connected." – Randi – Goodreads on Blame It On the Bikini