11 Perfect Beach Reads

by Kate Summerscale

This well-written story is not so much a true-crime tale or murder mystery as an excellent sociological study of... Full review >

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by Nicole Dennis-Benn

Haunting and superbly crafted, this is a magical book from a writer of immense talent and intelligence. Full review >

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by Camille Perri

Don’t think too hard about this one—just enjoy the sweetness of plotting revenge over cocktails (expensed, of course).... Full review >

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by Jenni Fagan

More fine work from this gifted Scottish writer. Full review >

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by R. J. Hernández

Honest and absurd, funny and tragic, wild and lovely, this novel describes modern coming-of-age with poetic precision. Full review >

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by Dean Burnett

Burnett should give a TED talk. His book will appeal immensely to general readers and deserves a place on college reading... Full review >

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by Jessi Klein

A gifted comedian turns the anxieties, obsessions, insecurities, and impossible-to-meet expectations that make up human... Full review >

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by Laure Eve

Powerful. Full review >

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by Bethany Chase

A novel that doles out both laughter and tears, in the best possible ratio. Full review >

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by Blake Crouch

Suspenseful, frightening, and sometimes poignant—provided the reader has a generously willing suspension of disbelief. Full review >

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by Emma Rathbone

Amusing but also smart about people and unexpectedly sweet. Full review >

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