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The Malibu Girls

A Sconset Beach novelΒ 
By Ainsley Keaton
Series: Sconset Beach
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Friendship, love, and self-discovery collide as a group of friends embarks on a Malibu adventure. Ainsley Keaton's seventh book in the Sconset Beach series, The Malibu Girls, follows the gang as they embark on a new adventure in Los Angeles. Willow, immersed in writing a screenplay... Read More
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A fresh start on the West Coast, where love and destiny collideΒ 

Willow never expected to fall for her best friend's son. Ava can't ignore her complicated feelings for her stepbrother Elijah. Hallie's new job just might change her life. In Malibu, the past collides with the future in ways none of them expect.Β Β 

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Friendship, love, and self-discovery collide as a group of friends embarks on a Malibu adventure. Ainsley Keaton's seventh book in the Sconset Beach series, The Malibu Girls, follows the gang as they embark on a new adventure in Los Angeles.

Willow, immersed in writing a screenplay about Zelda Fitzgerald, finds herself unexpectedly drawn to Jackson Flynn, Ava's son. As their connection deepens, a twist of fate intertwines their lives in ways Willow never anticipated.

Meanwhile, Ava navigates the complexities of her attraction to her stepbrother Elijah and finds solace in exploring her spiritual side through Judaism. Hallie's journey takes an exciting turn when she secures a position at a wellness retreat, allowing her to flourish and come into her own.

This heartwarming installment in the series delves into the complexities of friendship, family, and personal growth as the characters navigate the thrills and challenges of starting fresh on the West Coast. Join the gang in this captivating tale of self-discovery, unexpected connections, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship.

Ainsley Keaton masterfully weaves together the lives of these beloved characters, creating a story that will resonate with readers seeking a touching and engaging read in the women's fiction genre.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781036703769

Publisher: Vinci Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 May 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Vinci Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 190

Collections

Ainsley Keaton Contemporary Romance Cosy Romance Fiction General Fiction Romance Series: Sconset Beach

About the Author

Ainsley Keaton lives by a beach with the love of her life and her two fur-babies, Annie and Bella. She writes heartwarming fiction that focuses on universal concepts like forgiveness, loyalty, redemption, love, reconciliation and the value of family, both biological and chosen. Her themes are realistic - getting older, starting over, mother-daughter relationships, adult children issues, schisms between family members, sibling rivalry, overcoming adversity, and dealing with insecurities. If you like your beach fiction with a lot of humor, a bit of spice and just a touch of magic, you'll love Ainsley's books! To contact the author, email her at ainsleykeaton67@gmail.com

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