Discover the magic of New York Times bestseller Melissa Foster’s writing and see why millions of readers have fallen in love with the Love in Bloom series. Seaside Summers is a series of stand-alone steamy romances with beautifully flawed and fiercely loyal, alpha heroes and smart, sassy heroines. Friendships and family abound during this fun-filled weekend of love, laughter, and happily ever … and happily ever afters! Spend the evening catching up with your favorite Seaside characters in this Valentine’s Day celebration and fall in love with the newest Seaside couple, Brock and Cree!
What’s more romantic than finding your forever love on Valentine’s Day?
They say opposites attract, but for former boxing champ and gym owner Brock Garner, having the beautiful dark-haired, tattooed, combat-boot wearing pixie Cree Redmond flitting around his club has nearly driven him mad. Brock has wanted Cree since the first time he saw her, and when he learns she has the singing voice of an angel, it speaks to another part of his heart and he’s unwilling to hold back any longer. But Cree’s dating a burly biker and is firmly off-limits. Or so he thinks…
This novelette was previously given away in the BE MINE bundle.
SEASIDE SERENADE is part of the Seaside Summers series and the Love in Bloom big-family romance collection. All Love in Bloom stories are filled with family, fun, and the truest, deepest love of all. Characters from each sub-series appear in future books so you never have to leave your favorite characters behind. Readers are kept up to date with engagements, weddings, and births. Visit Melissa’s website for FREE Love in Bloom first-in-series, family trees, series checklists, and more.
Love in Bloom Big-Family Romance Collection:
Snow Sisters
The Bradens (at Weston)
The Bradens (at Trusty)
The Bradens (at Peaceful Harbor)
The Bradens & Montgomerys (Pleasant Hill – Oak Falls)
The Remingtons
The Ryders
Seaside Summers
Bayside Summers
Wild Billionaires After Dark
Bad Billionaires After Dark
Tru Blue and The Whiskeys
Harborside Nights
Seaside Serenade is book 9 in the Seaside Summers series.
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3 1/2 stars ~~ A quick read featuring Cree and Brock. Brock is a former boxer with a crush on Cree but he believes her to be in a relationship already so hands off. Cree has a crush on Brock but can’t gather enough nerve to approach him and take it further. After the miscommunication works itself out, they realize they both are interested in pursuing a relationship. 3 1/2 stars for this novella in the Seaside Summers series.
I loved this sweet little flirt. Brock has a thing for Cree and has had for awhile. But he thinks she is with Justin. Cree wants Brock and is taking the chance on getting him. These two have so much chemistry and need to be together. I love catching up with all the gang from Seaside. This short but cute book makes me smile!
Holy Smoking Hot ! Cree is so funny when she’s all flustered and oh my, Brock, what a yummy piece! Short story but as usual Melissa knows how to captive her readers and make them fall in love with every single one of her characters. Cree and Brock have been dancing around each other for so long that their mutual attraction is starting to burn them from the inside out. Cree’s longing seeps through her pores and I couldn’t stop yelling at her to just give in and finally just shout out her feelings ! Sinfully steamy! I hope I’ll get a glimpse of this couple again soon in another Seaside book!
Short, sweet and oh so sexy! With a quick dash back into the Seaside Summers world, Melissa Foster brings us another delectable couple! Even though it’s a short read, it’s packed with alluring chemistry and a passionate beginning to a relationship. Loved it!
Former boxer/gym owner Brock Garner can’t stop obsessing over his latest employee. He wanted her even before she asked for a job but she’s even harder to resist now that he’s seeing her up close and personal day in and day out. If she wasn’t already taken, she’d be his in a heartbeat!
Cree Redmond is totally into Brock and she keeps coming up with ways to get close to him. She’s not sure if he’s just not that into her or what, but she’s going to give it one last shot to get his attention on Valentine’s Day!
Nothing is harder than having feelings for someone, but thinking they are taken by someone else. Brock is a man who won’t step into someone else’s territory, but he’s having a hard time staying away from Cree. Foster creates a wonderful short story that will have readers quickly turning the pages to see how it turns out. The funny thing is Cree and Brock are actually on the same page, but neither of them would actually take the risk of telling the other. Thank goodness for a Valentine’s Day party that helps them both realize what is really going on.
Seaside Serenade is a well written short story giving Ms. Foster’s faithful readers the story of a lesser known character. We always wonder about the lives & loves of the characters that aren’t central to the main plot. Ms. Foster has started writing these short stories to satisfy that curiosity. Brock & Cree are heavily attracted to each other. She can’t figure out why he keeps backing off even though she’s done all she can to let him know she’s interested. Once a misunderstanding is cleared up, watch out! Nothing can hold him back. I really enjoyed this story. If you are new to Ms. Foster’s writing, this is a good introduction to her style.
This NOVELETTE takes place over a two day period and it’s a perfect introduction to the Seaside Summers series if you haven’t read any of the books yet. Brock and Cree have been dancing, or I guess I should say boxing around one another for a while. The attraction is there and you can feel the chemistry before they even get together so what is keeping them apart? A misunderstanding! Thankfully once that is straightened out the gloves come off and it becomes a contact sport.
If you haven’t read any of the Seaside Summers Series yet this is the place to start, it’s short and sweet and of course HOT, each of the books in the series are able to be read as a standalone and this one can be read in an hour or so, like I said the perfect introduction and a great place to start.
Happy Reading!!!
Brock Garner isn’t happy about the distraction. Lucretia “Cree” Redmond is a temptation that’s getting too hard to resist. She seems to have it together but then she turns around and is a little shy. It was fun getting to know them.
Sometimes it’s nice to have a story told in the first person but in this case you won’t miss it. Our author does a great job in getting the character’s feelings across. This was a great way to possibly introduce the reader to a new series or to reconnect with one you may not have read in a while. I’ve read quite a few books by this author but this is my first book in the Seaside Summers series. With summer creeping closer and closer, I can’t think of a better way to spend those months than to get to know the characters this author has created.
What’s good about this book is that you don’t need to worry about feeling lost if like me you haven’t read the previous eight books. This latest being a novella, you can finish it in just a matter of an hour or two. Then if you find you want more of this world you can easily pick another of her Seaside titles and have fun getting lost and getting to know the people that live in this community.
I was not compensated nor was I required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.
This is short, steamy, sweet and romantic story about Brock Garner and Cree Redmond. Brock thinks that Cree has a boyfriend and treats her with respect. Since this is a short story the only thing left to say so I don’t spoiled it is that is an excellent book and I loved it. I really enjoy reading this book. I received and arc copy of this book in exchange of my honest review.
A love in bloom “flirt” AKA Melissa’s Novellas. Seaside Serenade is a great fun story about Brock Garner and Cree Redmond. Brock and Cree are both attracted to each other but a misunderstanding with Brock believing that Cree is dating Justin Wicked keeps his distance from Cree. Brock and Cree are fireworks together! Another amazing story and great introduction if you haven’t read any of the other books in the Seaside Summers series.
Seaside Serenade may be a quick read but Melissa Foster still manages to throw everything in that we love about the Seaside Summers series. So if you are familiar with this series then you are going to love Brock and Cree together. These two have been fighting the attraction for so long and you feel the sparks fly until they combust into this beautiful love. I love Cree and Brock together and the magic Melissa Foster weaves for them. Go one click this one.
What a great short read! I’m not always a fan of short stories as they often leave you unsatisfied. But this story was different. You could feel the heat from Brock and Cree come off the page. The story was short but I enjoyed it very much. I received an advance copy for an honest review. I recommend this if you are looking for a fun quick read.
This was a great short story to visit all the friends in the Love in Bloom series. This book is exactly as it says short. It is also steam, sweet and makes you smile and laugh. If you want a story to get you caught up with everyone then read this story. Also if you want to start this series this is also a great place to start. So enjoy this funny, steamy and all around heart of a book.
*I received a free copy of this book via the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Seaside Serenade is the perfect addition to this series! I loved Cree and Brock’s story and it was fun catching up with the other Seaside characters during this fun-filled Valentine’s weekend.
If you want an entertaining, short read, then this fits the bill. I’m relatively new to reading Melissa Foster’s books so many of the other characters are new to me, but I’m sure for previous readers will enjoy see past couples. I enjoyed getting to know Brock and Cree. Especially, their realization of their mutual feelings. For a short read, there was a lot packed into it.
Brock owns a boxing club and hires Cree to work there even though he thinks she has a boyfriend. Cree has been crushing on Brock since she met him but doesn’t think she’d be interested in her. When Brock hears her singing, he asks her to come to a bar on Valentine’s Day and sing with his group. She tells him she only sings for herself but she gets dressed up and goes to the bar. When Brock finds out Cree doesn’t have a boyfriend all bets are off and he goes after her with everything he’s got.
Sex and a very short story. I liked the chemistry between Brock and Cree. I also like how Brock won’t go after her because of her “ boyfriend “.
* Voluntarily read and reviewed this for the author *
OMG this Flirt from the Seaside Summers series is as adorable and charming as it is sexy. Brock and Cree are amazing together and I love that they were both oblivious to each others’ feelings for so long. Of course if you toss in one very big misunderstanding that aided in keeping them apart, you end up with a very big It’s about time moment!! I love how the gang gets involved to make this an unforgettable weekend! And how finally, Brock and Cree make sweet, beautiful music together!
Short story about discovering the love of your life. Brock and Cree were a great couple and I wish the story were longer.
Seaside Serenade (A Seaside Summers Short Story) (Love in Bloom: Seaside Summers #9)
by Melissa Foster …Thanks to the author and publisher for letting me preview the HOT short story of Brock and Cree they have lusted after each other for a long time and this cute and steamy story is their very HEA.
Witty, charming and sexy, short story of finding your one. Loved it!!!