Scandal, sun, and secrets—hello, summer reading! These are all the ingredients that make up the irresistible literary cocktail that is The Island Club by Nicola Harrison.

Set on Balboa Island in the 1950s, this captivating novel transports readers into a world of housewives, tennis clubs, social expectations, and women searching for their identities beneath the polished surface. It's the perfect blend of glamour, intrigue, and heart.

Nicola and I chatted about her research process, her writing journey, and so much more. Honestly, it's shocking this is her first time on the podcast, we've been internet friends and mutual fans for years!

If you love Big Little Lies, a dash of Real Housewives drama, and stories centered on complicated women and juicy secrets, you'll want to add this one to your summer stack immediately.