10 Amazing Books to Read This Summer
Summer is finally here, and with it comes the perfect opportunity to curl up with a good book and escape the heat. Whether you're looking for a page-turner to take to the beach or a thought-provoking read to enjoy on a lazy afternoon, we've got you covered. Here are 10 amazing books to read this summer:
Fiction
- "The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo" by Taylor Jenkins Reid - A captivating story about a glamorous Hollywood star who chooses an unknown magazine writer to write her biography, revealing a life filled with love, betrayal, and secrets.
- "The House in the Cerulean Sea" by T.J. Klune - A heartwarming and humorous tale about a caseworker who investigates a magical orphanage and discovers a family he never knew he needed.
- "Circe" by Madeline Miller - A stunning retelling of the Greek myth of Circe, the powerful sorceress, exploring themes of female empowerment, isolation, and the nature of power.
Non-Fiction
- "Educated" by Tara Westover - A powerful memoir about a young woman who breaks free from a fundamentalist Mormon family and educates herself, ultimately finding her own path.
- "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot - A groundbreaking work of science journalism that tells the story of Henrietta Lacks, whose cancer cells were taken without her knowledge and became one of the most important tools in medical research.
- "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari - A sweeping and insightful exploration of the history of humankind, from our origins to the present day, examining the key events and forces that have shaped our species.
Thrillers
- "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides - A psychological thriller about a therapist who becomes obsessed with a mute patient accused of murdering her husband, unraveling a web of secrets and lies.
- "The Guest List" by Lucy Foley - A locked-room mystery set on a remote island during a wedding celebration, where secrets and danger lurk beneath the surface of the idyllic setting.
Young Adult
- "The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" by Suzanne Collins - A prequel to the Hunger Games trilogy that explores the early life of President Snow and the origins of the Games, offering a new perspective on the dystopian world.
This list is just a starting point, and there are countless other great books out there waiting to be discovered. So grab a beach towel, a glass of lemonade, and dive into a good book this summer! Happy reading!