Summer is the season for slowing down, soaking in sunshine, and getting lost in a good book. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hitting the beach, or just enjoying a quiet evening on the porch [glass of wine in tow!], there’s no better time to dive into a fresh stack of reads. From steamy romances to thrillers set on a tropical island, this summer reading list has something for everyone. Between brand-spankin’ new releases and our most anticipated reads of the summer, get ready to turn the page on your next favorite book!
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More Romance:
The Names by Florence Knapp – “Spanning thirty-five years, what follows are three alternate and alternating versions of Cora’s and her young son’s lives, shaped by her choice of name. In richly layered prose, The Names explores the painful ripple effects of domestic abuse, the messy ties of family, and the possibilities of autonomy and healing.”
Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall – “The farmer is dead. He is dead, and all anyone wants to know is who killed him.” A sweeping love story with the pace and twists of a thriller, Broken Country is a novel of simmering passion, impossible choices, and explosive consequences that toggles between the past and present to explore the far-reaching legacy of first love.
The Bright Years by Sarah Damoff – “A tender, true-to-life novel that explores the impact of each generation in a family torn apart by tragedy but, over time, restored by the power of grace and love.”
More Fiction:
The God of the Woods by Liz Moore – A teenager goes missing from Summer Camp [and she’s the daughter of the family that owns the camp]. People Magazine’s #1 book of the year!
