--- product_id: 118957596 title: "Summer of '69" price: "€ 5.98" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/118957596-summer-of-69 store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Summer of '69 **Price:** € 5.98 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Summer of '69 - **How much does it cost?** € 5.98 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/118957596-summer-of-69) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Four siblings experience the drama, intrigue, and upheaval of the '60s summer when everything changed in Elin Hilderbrand's #1 New York Times bestselling historical novel. Welcome to the most tumultuous summer of the twentieth century. It's 1969, and for the Levin family, the times they are a-changing. Every year the children have looked forward to spending the summer at their grandmother's historic home in downtown Nantucket. But like so much else in America, nothing is the same: Blair, the oldest sister, is marooned in Boston, pregnant with twins and unable to travel. Middle sister Kirby, caught up in the thrilling vortex of civil rights protests and determined to be independent, takes a summer job on Martha's Vineyard. Only-son Tiger is an infantry soldier, recently deployed to Vietnam. And thirteen-year-old Jessie suddenly feels like an only child, marooned in the house with her out-of-touch grandmother and her worried mother, while each of them hides a troubling secret. As the summer heats up, Ted Kennedy sinks a car in Chappaquiddick, man flies to the moon, and Jessie and her family experience their own dramatic upheavals along with the rest of the country. In her first historical novel, rich with the details of an era that shaped both a nation and an island thirty miles out to sea, Elin Hilderbrand once again earns her title as queen of the summer novel. Review: Another great beach read - Elin Hildebrand's novels are my go-to choice for beach reading, offering the perfect blend of engaging storytelling and light-hearted entertainment. This particular book captivated me with its rich historical backdrop, weaving an intricate narrative that kept me thoroughly engrossed. The unexpected plot twists and surprising revelations added an extra layer of excitement to the reading experience. The author's skillful storytelling and compelling characters make this book a must-read for anyone seeking an immersive and enjoyable literary escape. I wholeheartedly recommend this novel to fellow book lovers looking for a delightful and memorable reading adventure. Review: Great escapism! - Summer of '69 was a good way to forget what is going on around the world. The story centers in one family: The Levins/Nichols (Although, Kate was a Foley at some point. She was married to Wilder Foley). Kate Levin is the mother. Kate is devastated that her only son, Tiger has been drafted to Vietnam. She's terrified he is going to die during this terrible war. She believes this is life paying her back for a secret she has been carrying for a long time. Kate knows she's drinking too much while her marriage and her relationship with her daughters are deteriorating. The oldest daughter, Blair is married and pregnant. She is unhappy with her husband, Angus who's a physicist who doesn't want her to pursue her career. Instead, he wants her to stay at home barefoot and pregnant which is terribly lonely since he doesn't get home until very late every day. Furthermore, her husband also has some spells where he doesn't want to go out of the house at all and wants to seclude himself instead. Kirby is the middle sister. She is all about fighting for civil rights, love not war, getting high and living free. Although, recently after she got in trouble with a man, she wants to heal and spend the summer at Martha's Vineyard. She's offered a job working the graveyard shift which she takes. She wants to prove she can be self-sufficient. In regards to her heart, She's not ready to date again until she meets Darren. Lastly, there is Jessie, the half-sister. She just turned thirteen and the last thing she wants to do is to stay with her mother Kate and her grandmother, Exalta in Nantucket for the summer. It's implicit that she would need to start taking tennis lessons even though it is not a sport she wants to learn. It doesn't help that her first class in nothing but a nightmare. *** Going back to Nantucket through Elin Hilderbrand's vision is always fun. But this time, it was not only Nantucket that was relevant but instead she decided to transport us to 1969. A year which was important for America and the world for so many reasons. Some awe-inspiring moments but also some terrible tragedies occurred during this time. Summer of '69 had relatable characters. I liked them all except maybe I never really warm up to the Exalta. I can't wait for Mrs. Hilderbrand's next Nantucket beach read. Cliffhanger: No 4/5 Fangs ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #17,469 in Kindle Store ( See Top 100 in Kindle Store ) #37 in Sibling Fiction #43 in Women's New Adult & College Fiction #163 in Mothers & Children Fiction | ## Images ![Summer of '69 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81jUNZ4nkkL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Another great beach read *by C***N on July 29, 2025* Elin Hildebrand's novels are my go-to choice for beach reading, offering the perfect blend of engaging storytelling and light-hearted entertainment. This particular book captivated me with its rich historical backdrop, weaving an intricate narrative that kept me thoroughly engrossed. The unexpected plot twists and surprising revelations added an extra layer of excitement to the reading experience. The author's skillful storytelling and compelling characters make this book a must-read for anyone seeking an immersive and enjoyable literary escape. I wholeheartedly recommend this novel to fellow book lovers looking for a delightful and memorable reading adventure. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great escapism! *by M***F on September 9, 2022* Summer of '69 was a good way to forget what is going on around the world. The story centers in one family: The Levins/Nichols (Although, Kate was a Foley at some point. She was married to Wilder Foley). Kate Levin is the mother. Kate is devastated that her only son, Tiger has been drafted to Vietnam. She's terrified he is going to die during this terrible war. She believes this is life paying her back for a secret she has been carrying for a long time. Kate knows she's drinking too much while her marriage and her relationship with her daughters are deteriorating. The oldest daughter, Blair is married and pregnant. She is unhappy with her husband, Angus who's a physicist who doesn't want her to pursue her career. Instead, he wants her to stay at home barefoot and pregnant which is terribly lonely since he doesn't get home until very late every day. Furthermore, her husband also has some spells where he doesn't want to go out of the house at all and wants to seclude himself instead. Kirby is the middle sister. She is all about fighting for civil rights, love not war, getting high and living free. Although, recently after she got in trouble with a man, she wants to heal and spend the summer at Martha's Vineyard. She's offered a job working the graveyard shift which she takes. She wants to prove she can be self-sufficient. In regards to her heart, She's not ready to date again until she meets Darren. Lastly, there is Jessie, the half-sister. She just turned thirteen and the last thing she wants to do is to stay with her mother Kate and her grandmother, Exalta in Nantucket for the summer. It's implicit that she would need to start taking tennis lessons even though it is not a sport she wants to learn. It doesn't help that her first class in nothing but a nightmare. *** Going back to Nantucket through Elin Hilderbrand's vision is always fun. But this time, it was not only Nantucket that was relevant but instead she decided to transport us to 1969. A year which was important for America and the world for so many reasons. Some awe-inspiring moments but also some terrible tragedies occurred during this time. Summer of '69 had relatable characters. I liked them all except maybe I never really warm up to the Exalta. I can't wait for Mrs. Hilderbrand's next Nantucket beach read. Cliffhanger: No 4/5 Fangs ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Hildabrand never fails to write the perfect beach read! *by S***Y on June 29, 2025* I love Elin Hildebrand books, they never miss, they are perfect beach reads every time and I can never put any of her books down. You can always count on them to be great reads, and summer of 69 is no exception. Utterly Fantastic and engrossing. The only problem with her books is that they are all set in Nantucket so I can’t always remember which ones I’ve already read thru the years! I wish when I had discovered her I had kept a list of the books I have read from her because she has written so many. I would and hope to read every one!! --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/118957596-summer-of-69](https://www.desertcart.be/products/118957596-summer-of-69) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-07-06*