No summer vacation is truly an enjoyable holiday without a few good reads. There is something about indulging in a good book that allows for true relaxation. Plus, your getaway is so much more fun when you’re tanning and reading (at the same time! by the beach. So, if you are looking to escape while on holiday, we recommend these top picks:
1) The Fault In Our Stars by John Green
It’s a bittersweet tale of two teenagers, Hazel Grace and Augustus Waters falling in love when they meet at a place that’s so unlikely, a support group centre. Hazel, a cancer patient finds comfort and something so unexpected in Augustus. This tale will have you shedding buckets of tears, so don’t forget to bring a packet of Kleenex along with that tanning oil.
2) The Time Traveler’s Wife by Audrey Niffenegger
This book tells the story of a man with a genetic disorder that allows him to travel through time, and his wife who has to deal with his unpredictable absence and the dangers that comes with it.
3) Scoring Wilder by R.S. Grey
For something that is romantic with a dash of fun, this would be a good choice. It tells a story of Kinsley who decided that she is through with guys and it was time to focus on soccer and training for the Olympics. Then she meets Liam, who is basically soccer’s bad boy and the kind that will make your panties drop. The chemistry between the two will keep you glued to the book.
4) The Beach by Alex Garland
This book takes you on a journey with Richard, who discovers a utopia of an island while on a trip to Thailand and realizes after a while that there is a dark side to this paradise. We all know this book when it became a movie that starred Leonardo DiCaprio as the lead character.
5) Save the Date: The Occasional Mortifications of a Serial Wedding Guest by Jen Doll
This is a fantastic read if your calender is packed with wedding dates that aren’t yours! Jen Doll tells her side of the story about attending the dozens of weddings that she has and all the things she feels about them. From the dreaded bouquet toss to scandalous and random hook-ups, this book will be an entertaining partner to have while on vacation.
6) The Vacationers by Emma Straub
For those who have been on vacation with their dysfunctional family, this book will hit close to home. It tells the story of the Post family while on vacation in Spain and all the baggage that they have brought along. From a daughter that is desperate to lose her virginity and a marriage that’s stagnant, this book is a must for you to check out!
7) Boomerang by Noel August
Mia and Ethan shares a steamy but hazy night with each other, after having one too many drinks and things could not get more awkward the morning after when they realize that they’ll be seeing more of one another. Having applied for an internship at the same workplace, the two battles against each other for a job and the undeniable chemistry between them.
