There’s no better time to escape into the pages of a captivating book than during the lazy days of summer. Here are my recommendations!
7 Books for Summer Reading
1. A Court of Thorns and Roses (Series) by Sarah J. Maas
Immerse yourself in the captivating world with Sarah J. Maas’s mesmerizing A Court of Thorns and Roses series. Follow Feyre Archeron’s journey as she navigates the treacherous faerie courts, battles dark forces, and discovers the depths of her own power and courage. Filled with romance, intrigue, and breathtaking twists, this spellbinding series is a must-read for fantasy enthusiasts.
2. Beach Read by Emily Henry
Dive into the ultimate summer romance with Emily Henry’s heartwarming novel, Beach Read. Bestselling authors January Andrews and Gus Everett find themselves next-door neighbors for the summer and strike a deal to swap writing genres. As they challenge each other to break out of their creative ruts, they go on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected love.
3. The Guest List by Lucy Foley
Prepare for a thrill ride with Lucy Foley’s gripping mystery, The Guest List. Set on a remote island off the coast of Ireland, this mystery unfolds during a lavish wedding celebration that turns deadly when a storm traps the guests with a killer in their midst. Told from multiple perspectives and filled with twists and turns, this is an edge-of-your-seat thriller.
4. People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry
A journey of friendship, love, and second chances with Emily Henry’s, People We Meet on Vacation. Travel writer Poppy and buttoned-up banker Alex reunite for their annual summer vacation and confront their complicated past. As they rediscover the bond that drew them together, readers will fall in love with this heartwarming story.
5. The Last House Guest by Megan Miranda
Prepare for a psychological thriller with Megan Miranda’s novel, The Last House Guest. Set in the coastal town of Littleport, Maine, this story follows the friendship between Avery Greer and Sadie Loman. As Avery delves into the secrets of the town, she uncovers shocking truths that threaten to unravel everything she thought she knew.
6. It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey
Set sail for romance with Tessa Bailey’s sizzling novel, It Happened One Summer. Piper Bellinger, a wealthy socialite, is banished to the small fishing town of Westport, Washington. Determined to sell her father’s run-down bar and get back to her glamorous life, Piper clashes with local sea captain Brendan O’Hara. But as Piper rediscovers her love for the ocean and Brendan challenges her in ways she never expected.
7. The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren
The is a hilarious and heartwarming rom-com. When unlucky-in-love Olive and her sworn enemy, Ethan, are forced to pretend to be newlyweds on a free honeymoon trip, they go on a series of misadventures and unexpected encounters that test their patience and ignite sparks of attraction.
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