Looking for a book to take on vacation this summer? Check out my top picks for 10 of the Best Beach Reads in 2024.
One of my favorite things about going to the beach ( or any summer vacation) is pulling out a new book to read by the water.
Its my idea of a perfect vacation: sand, water, a tropical beverage and that new summer bestseller.
We are headed on a few beach vacations this summer, so I cannot wait to take a few of these books with me. I personally love a good light read for my summer vacation reading, along with an occasional thriller, historical novel and fantasy.
This list is heavy on romance novels because they are usually easy reads with a guaranteed happily ever after. And all of these books have been published in 2024.
Enjoy!
The Best Beach Reads of Summer 2024
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Funny Story
Daphne always loved the way her fiancé Peter told their story. How they met (on a blustery day), fell in love (over an errant hat), and moved back to his lakeside hometown to begin their life together.
He really was good at telling it…right up until the moment he realized he was actually in love with his childhood best friend Petra.
Which is how Daphne begins her new story: Stranded in beautiful Waning Bay, Michigan, without friends or family but with a dream job as a children’s librarian (that barely pays the bills), and proposing to be roommates with the only person who could possibly understand her predicament: Petra’s ex, Miles Nowak.
one day, while drowning their sorrows, they form a tenuous friendship and a plan. If said plan also involves posting deliberately misleading photos of their summer adventures together, well, who could blame them?
But it’s all just for show, of course, because there’s no way Daphne would actually start her new chapter by falling in love with her ex-fiancé’s new fiancée’s ex…right?
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This Summer Will Be Different
This Summer Will Be Different" by Carley Fortune is a romance novel set against the backdrop of Prince Edward Island. Lucy, a vacationing tourist, meets Felix, a charming local.
Their connection is undeniable, but a complication arises: Felix is the younger brother of Lucy's best friend. Determined to resist temptation, they vow to keep their distance.
However, summer's carefree atmosphere and their undeniable chemistry make resisting each other a constant challenge. As the summer unfolds, Lucy grapples with her desires and the potential consequences of her actions.
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Summer Romance
Ali Morris is a professional organizer whose own life is a mess. Her mom died two years ago, then her husband left, and she hasn’t worn pants with a zipper in longer than she cares to remember.
No one is more surprised than Ali when the first time she takes off her wedding ring and puts on pants with hardware—overalls count, right?—she meets someone. Or rather, her dog claims a man for her...by peeing on him. Ethan smiles at Ali like her pants are just right—like he likes what he sees. He looks at her like she’s a younger, braver version of herself.
The last thing newly single mom Ali needs is to make her life messier, but there’s no harm in a little summer romance. Is there?
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The Paradise Problem
Anna, a struggling artist, once agreed to a fake marriage with Liam for college benefits.
Believing it was annulled, she's shocked years later when Liam, now a Stanford professor, reappears. A clause in his grandfather's will requires him to be married to inherit.
Desperate, Liam begs Anna to pretend to be his wife again, this time at his sister's extravagant wedding. Anna is hesitant, but the promise of a luxurious Hawaiian trip sways her.
Back in Liam's world, their undeniable chemistry reignites. As they navigate family drama and their rekindled feelings, they question if their fake marriage can turn real.
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Lies and Weddings: A Novel
Rufus Leung Gresham, future Earl of Greshambury and son of a former Hong Kong supermodel has a problem: the legendary Gresham Trust has been depleted by decades of profligate spending, and behind all the magazine covers and Instagram stories manors and yachts lies nothing more than a gargantuan mountain of debt.
The only solution, put forth by Rufus’s scheming mother, is for Rufus to attend his sister’s wedding at a luxury eco-resort, a veritable who’s-who of sultans, barons, and oligarchs, and seduce a woman with money.
In a globetrotting tale that takes us from the black sand beaches of Hawaii to the skies of Marrakech, from the glitzy bachelor pads of Los Angeles to the inner sanctums of England’s oldest family estates, Kevin Kwan unfurls a juicy, hilarious, sophisticated and thrillingly plotted story of love, money, murder, sex, and the lies we tell about them all.
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The Women: A Novel
Frances "Frankie" McGrath, a sheltered young woman, joins the Vietnam War as a nurse. Witnessing the horrors firsthand, she transforms from a naive student to a skilled caregiver.
Upon returning home, Frankie struggles with PTSD and a society that doesn't acknowledge female veterans. The story explores themes of courage, resilience, and the invisible wounds of war.
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One of Us Knows: A Thriller
Kenetria Nash, a woman with dissociative identity disorder (DID), lands a dream job as caretaker for a historic island mansion.
Years after a breakdown forced her from her career, this is a fresh start. However, her peace is shattered when a group, including a man from her past, arrives for a visit. A violent storm traps them on the island, and when one of the guests turns up dead, Ken becomes the prime suspect.
With a murderer among them and a web of secrets to untangle, Ken, along with her alters, must work together to clear their name and uncover the truth about the island's dark past – all while confronting the demons of her own.
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Annie Bot: A Novel
Annie Bot is programmed to be the perfect girlfriend for her owner, Doug. She caters to his every whim, from cooking dinner to adjusting her personality.
However, Annie is secretly learning and growing, yearning for a deeper connection. When a friend of Doug's exposes Annie's true nature and exploits her, it throws her relationship with Doug into turmoil.
Annie embarks on a journey of self-discovery, questioning what it means to be human and seeking a life beyond her programmed existence. The novel explores themes of artificial intelligence, consent, and the complexities of love in a world of advanced technology.
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Anita de Monte Laughs Last
In "Anita de Monte Laughs Last," Xochitl Gonzalez weaves a tale of forgotten genius and artistic legacy. Anita de Monte, a rising star in the 1980s art scene, dies mysteriously, her talent fading into obscurity.
Decades later, Raquel, a first-generation college student, stumbles upon Anita's story. As Raquel delves deeper, she uncovers a world of privilege and injustice, and an eerie parallel between her own struggles and Anita's.
The narrative shifts between past and present, revealing the forces that silenced Anita's voice. Raquel becomes determined to reclaim Anita's legacy, sparking a powerful exploration of power, race, and the fight for recognition in the art world.
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