Whether you’re heading to the beach, going on vacation, or just looking for a good book to escape into the summer, these titles deserve a spot on your TBR from swoon-worthy ro-mances to addictive thrillers and emotional family drama. Here are 10 books that are worth the hype:
“Malibu Rising” by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Every year Nina Riva throws the biggest party of the summer in Malibu, California. As the daughter of legendary singer Mick Riva, Nina is used to living in the spotlight alongside her siblings Jay, Hud, and Kit.
But behind the perfect beach house image each of them is carrying secrets they would rather keep hidden.
Over the course of one unforgettable night, relation-ships are tested, family history comes to light and everything begins to unravel. With its beachy California setting, complicated family dynamics, and nonstop drama, “Malibu Rising” feels like the ultimate summer read perfect for anyone who loves messy families, celebrity gossip and stories that are impossible to put down.
“Mayluna” by Kelley McNeil
After a tragic accident changes everything, Jennifer finds herself questioning the life she thought she knew. As memories from her past begin resurfacing, she is forced to revisit a pivotal summer from years earlier and confront choices that still affect her present.
Moving between different timelines, “Mayluna” slowly reveals a story about love, family and the paths we take in life. The mystery at the center of the novel keeps the pages turning while the
emotional storytelling makes the characters feel incredibly real. If you’re looking for a book that’s both thought-provoking and impossible to stop reading, this one is worth adding to your summer list.
“Sounds Like Love” by Ashley Poston
Joni Lark has built a career around music but lately she’s struggling to find inspiration. Then something completely unexpected happens: she begins hearing the voice of a stranger in her head. That stranger is Sebastian, and despite never meeting, the two become connected in a way neither
of them can explain. As they work to figure out what’s happening, they discover that their lives may be more intertwined than they ever imagined.
Filled with Ashley Poston’s signature blend of romance, humor and a little bit of magic, “Sounds Like Love” is the perfect book for anyone who wants a story that feels both heartwarming and unforgettable.
“The Goldens” by Lauren Wilson
Chloe has always been fascinated by people who seem to have it all and when she becomes drawn into the world of the wealthy and glamorous Golden family, she finds herself caught up in a life that looks perfect from the outside. But the deeper she gets, the more she begins to realize that app-earances can be deceiving.
Secrets, ambition and unhealthy obsessions begin to blur the lines between admiration and danger. With an atmosphere that’s both glamorous and unsettling, “The Goldens” is the kind of book that keeps you questioning everyone and everything until the very last page.
“Hello Beautiful” by Ann Napolitano
William Waters has spent most of his life feeling alone until he meets Julia Padavano and becomes part of her close-knit family. Alongside Julia and her three sisters, William finally experiences the love and support he’s been missing. But as the years pass, mistakes, heartbreak and difficult choices begin to test the bonds that hold the family together.
“Hello Beautiful” is a moving story about love, forgiveness and the com-plicated relationships that shape who we become. It’s the kind of book that makes you feel connected to the characters, keeping you thinking about them long after you’ve finished reading.
“The Hotel Nantucket” by Elin Hilderbrand
Lizbet Keaton is given
the opportunity to manage the newly renovated Hotel Nantucket, a historic prop-erty hoping to make a comeback.
As opening day app-roaches, Lizbet and her staff must deal with demanding guests, personal struggles, unexpected challenges and plenty of small-town drama.
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Nantucket, the story follows multiple char-acters whose lives become connected through the hotel.
Full of summer charm, entertaining drama and unforgettable characters, this novel feels like a vacation you can experience from your own backyard.
“The Wedding People” by Alison Espach
Phoebe Stone arrives at a luxurious hotel in New-port, Rhode Island, expect-ing a quiet getaway.
Instead, she finds herself surrounded by wedding guests celebrating one of the biggest weekends of their lives.
Before long, Phoebe be-comes unexpectedly involved with the bride, the guests and the chaos that comes with a destination wedding.
As the weekend unfolds, she begins to question where her own life is headed and what truly makes people happy
“The Wedding People” is the type of book that will make you laugh, reflect and maybe even see life a little differently, all while giving off major summer vacation vibes.
“The Bodyguard” by Katherine Center
Hannah Brooks may look like an ordinary woman, but actually she is a highly trained executive protection agent.
Her newest assignment? Protecting famous actor Jack Stapleton from a stalker. The only problem is that Jack’s family doesn’t know he’s being threatened, so Hannah has to pretend to be his girlfriend while they’re staying at his family’s ranch. What starts as a professional assignment quickly becomes
complicated as the line between what’s fake and what’s real begins to blur. “The Bodyguard” is the kind of book that feels like your favorite rom-com movie and is perfect for a relaxing summer weekend.
“Till Summer Do Us Part” by Meghan Quinn
Scottie Price never ex-pected a small lie to completely change her life. After pretending to be married for reasons that quickly spiral out of control, she suddenly finds herself needing a fake husband to keep up the story.
Enter Wilder Wells, who agrees to help her pull off the charade. As the two spend more time together, keeping their arrangement strictly fake becomes increasingly difficult.
Packed with Meghan Quinn’s signature humor, witty banter and plenty of romantic tension, “Till Summer Do Us Part” is a fun, fast-paced read that’s perfect for anyone looking for a laugh this summer.
Summer is the perfect time to discover new books. Whether you’re looking for a family drama, romance, mystery or a little bit of everything, these titles have something to offer. If your summer TBR is looking a little empty, or even if it’s already way too long, these are all books that deserve a spot on it. Happy Reading!