'The View' co-host Sunny Hostin teams up with Octavia Spencer to develop her debut novel 'Summer on the Bluffs' as Amazon series

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: The first book in the summer trilogy written by 'The View' co-host Sunny Hostin is reportedly in the early stages of being developed into a television series.

According to Variety, Hostin is developing 'Summer on the Bluffs' for Amazon MGM Studios, who will be producing the show along with Sunny Hostin Productions and Octavia Spencer’s Orit Entertainment.

Television adaptation of the novel will be helmed by Elizabeth Hunter, known for her past projects such as 'Jumping the Broom' (2011) and 'The Fighting Temptations.' Hunter is set to take on the roles of executive producer and showrunner, according to reports.

When was 'Summer on the Bluffs' released?

'Summer on the Bluffs' was published by William Morrow in 2021.

The synopsis of the book on Harper Collins website reads, "Every summer the beautiful, talented Afro-Latina lawyer Perry Soto escapes the heat of New York City for the gorgeous weather, cool water, and stunning views of Oak Bluffs, secluded in a beachside cottage owned by her 'Ama,' (godmother) with her husband and two god sisters."

"But this summer is different — Ama is moving to France, and will bequeath the house to one of her goddaughters at the end of the summer. Each of the women wants the house desperately, and each is grappling with a secret that they fear will make them lose Ama’s approval and the house — forever."

The novel explores the themes of personal journeys, hidden secrets, and the transformative power of heritage. It became an instant New York Times bestseller upon its release, and was successfully followed by the sequel, 'Summer on Sag Harbor.'

Sunny Hostin did a cover reveal for the third book on Instagram

Taking to the social media platform on December 16, Hostin posted the cover of her new book, 'Summer on Highland Beach.'

"I’m thrilled to share the cover for the next novel in my summer trilogy - 'Summer on Highland Beach'! I can’t wait to take you to the sunny shores of Highland Beach with this story," she wrote in the caption, adding, "It’s on sale May 28th, 2024, and you can pre-order your copy now wherever you get your books."