The Hotel Nantucket

Elin Hilderbrand
57 pages1-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2022

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Book Brief

Elin Hilderbrand

The Hotel Nantucket

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance

•

Historical Fiction

•

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Nantucket • Contemporary

Theme
Loyalty & Betrayal

•

The Past

•

Community
Topic
Religion & Spirituality
First Publication Year

2022

Publisher

Little, Brown and Company

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand, Lizbet Keaton, reeling from a personal betrayal, becomes the General Manager of a newly renovated hotel owned by the enigmatic Xavier Darling. Tasked with earning a prestigious five-key rating from a tough travel journalist, Lizbet and her eclectic staff navigate personal dramas and secrets, including a resident ghost, to restore the hotel's former glory.

Gritty

Emotional

Hopeful

Romantic

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.1

376,463 ratings

79%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Elin Hilderbrand's The Hotel Nantucket is praised for its vivid portrayal of Nantucket life and a compelling, multi-faceted narrative. Readers enjoyed the charming ensemble of characters and the engaging plot. However, some critiques mention predictable elements and a few underdeveloped subplots. Overall, it's a delightful summer read balancing romance and mystery.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Hotel Nantucket?

Fans of The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand will enjoy beach-read fiction intertwined with local charm and intrigue. Ideal for readers who appreciate atmospheric settings, dynamic characters, and elements of mystery. Similar titles include Summer of '69 and Mary Alice Monroe’s Beach House series.

4.1

376,463 ratings

79%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Character List

A 38-year-old from Minnesota who works as the general manager of the Hotel Nantucket and is known for her blonde braids and creative flair. She transforms her life and career after a significant personal betrayal.

Lizbet's former partner and a talented chef who idolizes Mario Subiaco. His life and career are impacted by personal choices and the end of his relationship with Lizbet.

A wine representative at the Deck who becomes Lizbet's professional and personal foil. Known for her association with JJ and her inability to succeed in Lizbet’s former job.

A British billionaire and the driving force behind the Hotel Nantucket's remodeling. He is ambitious, seeking top accolades for the hotel, and has personal aspirations tied to his investment.

A ghost haunting the Hotel Nantucket, she was a former chambermaid at the hotel in the 1920s. Her presence and mysterious past add a spectral layer to the hotel’s environment.

A renowned pastry chef working at the Hotel Nantucket’s Blue Bar. He is admired by both Lizbet and her ex-boyfriend JJ for his culinary skills and provides a potential new love interest for Lizbet.

A young, eager-to-help customer service staff member who grew up on Nantucket. She experiences personal growth while navigating emotional challenges and relationships throughout the summer.

A stylish and experienced hotel employee with a European background, known for her nonchalant charm. She undergoes personal introspection and change throughout her time at the hotel.

The privileged son of a billionaire who works at the hotel to atone for a personal mistake. His journey is marked by self-improvement and learning about hard work.

A retired cruise line worker and secret millionaire who chooses to work at the hotel for personal reasons. She values the community aspect of the hotel and is linked to other characters through personal relationships.

A novice bellboy at the hotel and surfer who is known for his sensitivity and good looks. He deals with the challenges of working in a service role, including unwelcome attentions from guests.

Kimber is a mother dealing with her own relational challenges while unknowingly acting as the critical hotel reviewer Shelly Carpenter. Her interactions at the hotel are linked to both familial and romantic developments.

Kimber’s daughter and an inquisitive young girl who enjoys solving mysteries. Her interest in the hotel’s ghost story leads to uncovering past truths.

A night auditor at the hotel known for his seemingly benign nature. He develops personal ties with other characters while dealing with his own financial difficulties.

A wealthy professional involved in an extramarital affair, impacting various characters. He represents themes of deceit and the complexities of relationships.

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance

•

Historical Fiction

•

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Nantucket • Contemporary

Theme
Loyalty & Betrayal

•

The Past

•

Community
Topic
Religion & Spirituality
First Publication Year

2022

Publisher

Little, Brown and Company

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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