10 Must-Read Books for Your Summer Reading List

Summer is the perfect time to catch up on your reading. With a little extra time on your hands, you can finally dive into those books you've been meaning to read. But with so many great books out there, it can be hard to know where to start.

That's why we've put together a list of 10 must-read books for your summer reading list. These books are a mix of fiction and nonfiction, and they're sure to keep you entertained, informed, and inspired all summer long.

1. The Overstory by Richard Powers

This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel tells the story of nine interconnected characters who are drawn together by their love of trees. The Overstory is a sweeping and ambitious novel that explores the complex relationship between humans and the natural world.

2. The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett

This critically acclaimed novel tells the story of identical twin sisters who choose to live very different lives. The Vanishing Half is a powerful and moving novel that explores race, identity, and family.

3. Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell

This historical novel tells the story of William Shakespeare's son, Hamnet. Hamnet is a beautifully written and deeply moving novel that offers a fresh perspective on one of the world's greatest writers.

4. The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

This thought-provoking novel tells the story of a woman who gets the chance to live her life over again and make different choices. The Midnight Library is a heartwarming and inspiring novel that will make you think about the choices you make.

5. Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir

This science fiction novel tells the story of an astronaut who is the sole survivor of a mission to save humanity. Project Hail Mary is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

6. The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles

This literary fiction novel tells the story of two brothers who embark on a road trip across the United States. The Lincoln Highway is a heartwarming and nostalgic novel that will make you laugh and cry.

7. The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

This cozy mystery novel tells the story of a group of elderly friends who solve crimes together. The Thursday Murder Club is a charming and entertaining novel that will keep you guessing until the very end.

8. Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner

This memoir tells the story of Michelle Zauner, the lead singer of the band Japanese Breakfast, who copes with the death of her mother by cooking Korean food. Crying in H Mart is a moving and honest memoir that will stay with you long after you finish it.

9. Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro

This science fiction novel tells the story of an artificial friend who is designed to be a companion to a young girl. Klara and the Sun is a thought-provoking and moving novel that explores the nature of consciousness and love.

10. The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune

This fantasy novel tells the story of a social worker who falls in love with a group of magical children. The House in the Cerulean Sea is a heartwarming and hilarious novel that will make you believe in the power of love.