Best Beach Reads
Savor your final days of summer with some juicy stories.
There’s still time to hit the beach and escape with a good book. I’ve consulted with my friends and followers to find out what their favorites are. I’ve narrowed it down to ten for my first list of best beach reads, which includes new releases and some old favorites. They all take place on or near the water. So jump in and let the story transport you to another world, before autumn leaves fall.
Golden Girl, by Elin Hilderbrand
A Nantucket novelist has one final summer to prepare her family for life without her. Heartbreaking, humorous and suspenseful, fans are calling this Hilderbrand’s best. If you like this one, read the Paradise trilogy, while you soak up the final rays of sunshine.
The Lighthouse Keeper’s Daughter, by Hazel Gaynor
Captivating stories of heroic female lighthouse keepers. Inspired by true events, this historical novel captures tales from the past 200 years.
When We Believed in Mermaids, by Barbara O’Neal
A tale of sisterhood, secrets and healing. Dive in and and rediscover that innocent age when you believed in mermaids.
The Summer Job, by Lizzy Dent
Ever dream of switching places with someone for the summer and jetting off to Scotland? Well, here’s your chance. Immerse yourself in Birdy’s world of hilarious antics in Dent’s debut novel.
The Vacationers, by Emma Straub
Pack your bags for an unforgettable family trip to the idyllic island of Mallorca. Sit back and laugh out loud over the family drama that unfolds.
Beach Read, by Emily Henry
Be prepared to fall hard for this steamy romance set on the shores of Lake Michigan. Plot twists full of family secrets and witty banter make this book a real page turner!
Last Summer at the Golden Hotel, by Elyssa Friedland
A family finds out their beloved Catskills resort isn’t what it used to be. Will they sell, or save the hotel for future generations to enjoy? Charming, witty and full of nostalgia!
Where the Crawdads Sing, by Delia Owens
A heart wrenching mystery combined with a compelling romance set in North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Plot twists keep you guessing and suck you in to this beautifully written coming of age story.
A Theatre for Dreamers, by Polly Samson
Escape to the sun drenched Greek island of Hydra for a trip back to 1960. Disappear into the turquoise waters and sandy beaches filled with seduction.
Malibu Rising, by Taylor Jenkins Reid
You’re invited to one of the wildest beach parties of all time. Watch how quickly it spirals out of control. Can this famous family rise up to overcome tragedy, rivalry and financial ruin?
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