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Summer is officially here, which means that it’s time to plan all your beach reads!
I read a tweet the other day that said something along the lines of how beach reads are like beach bodies. We say any body is a beach body if you put a swimsuit on it and go to the beach. Similarly, any book is a beach read if you read it while at the beach! I love that way of thinking because sometimes beach reads are marketed only as flirty contemporary romances and I know not everyone enjoys that genre. I for one don’t mix up what I read at the beach and tend to bring along the same books I would normally read at any other time of the year.
That’s why I’m thrilled to be partnering with Harper Collins to share five incredible beach reads ranging from books that read like Daisy Jones & The Six to some seriously poignant historical fiction that will grip you from beginning to end! There’s something for everyone on this list, so you’ll want to keep your TBR handy because you’re about to add several new titles!
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Make sure to add these to your cart or your StoryGraph TBR to read this summer – at the beach or anywhere!
The Secret Keeper of Jaipur
by Alka Joshi
In New York Times bestselling author Alka Joshi’s intriguing new novel, henna artist Lakshmi arranges for her protégé, Malik, to intern at the Jaipur Palace in this tale rich in character, atmosphere, and lavish storytelling. The perfect book for book clubs!
The Warsaw Orphan
by Kelly Rimmer
With the thrilling pace and drama of Pam Jenoff and Beatriz Williams, The Warsaw Orphan by author Kelly Rimmer is an epic WWII saga based on the real-life story of two people taking extraordinary risks to save the lives of their countrymen, as they try to find their way back to each other and the life they once knew.
The Summer Seekers
by Sarah Morgan
Three women, an epic road trip and the summer that changed it all. Get swept into a summer of sunshine, soul-searching and shameless matchmaking with this delightfully bighearted road-trip adventure by USA TODAY bestselling author Sarah Morgan!
The Stepsisters
by Susan Mallery
The summer book destined for beach blankets! With her unique brand of witty, emotional storytelling, Susan Mallery’s latest is a love story of a different sort. . . a heartfelt tale of friendship between two women who used to be sisters. Perfect for fans of Elin Hilderbrand, Robyn Carr and Susan Wiggs!
Lady Sunshine
by Amy Mason Doan
From Amy Mason Doan, the author of The Summer List, comes a novel about an iconic musical family and a summer of secrets set against the dazzling spirit of 1970s California. Perfect for fans of Daisy Jones & the Six and Crossing California.
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The Secret Keeper of Jaipur | The Warsaw Orphan | The Summer Seekers | The Stepsisters | Lady Sunshine (all c/o Harper Collins via Babbleboxx)
Which of these titles would you bring to the beach?
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Rosie Ireland says
The Summer Seekers sounds right up my street. I’m bookmarking this post for all my summer beach reads!
Rosie
Jo Linsdell says
I haven’t read any of the books you suggested in this post. The Summer Seekers sounds like the perfect book for the summer though. I also like the sounds of The Warsaw Orphan. I love a good historical fiction.
Taylor says
First, YAY for working with Harper Collins, that’s super exciting Stephanie! The Summer Seekers sounds like the perfect book for summer! I’ve also got the audio for The Secret Keeper of Jaipur that I can’t wait to listen to!
Sumedha says
The stepsisters and Lady sunshine sound so good! I’ve actually read The secret keeper of Jaipur and it is definitely good for book clubs.
I'm All Booked Up says
The Summer Seekers sounds like so much fun!
Amanda says
I cannot wait to read Lady Sunshine & The Secret Keeper of Jaipur this summer— both sound amazing!
Andrea's Book Corner says
So I haven’t heard too much about these books before but The Stepsisters looks like something I’d enjoy reading outside on the porch with a glass of iced coffee! I love a good heartfelt tale between sisters.
Lovely says
Fantastic suggestions! The Secret Keeper of Jaipur is in my list.
xoxo
Lovely
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Lizzie says
Oooo! All of these do sound good! I think my faves would be the 1st, 3rd and 5th. Will have to check them out!
Lizzie
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Greta says
I’m heading to the beach soon so I definitely need some good beach reads. Thanks for the recommendations!
Nailil says
These books are ones I should check out. For months I’ve been saying I need to get a book to read. I’m way overdue.
Xx, Nailil
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