Our Favorite Beach Reads

June 11, 2024

Literature

Nesha Ruther

Writer at Bond & Grace

Here at Bond & Grace, we love all things literary and intellectual, we publish classic novels after all. That being said, sometimes you just need something light and fluffy with a healthy dose of romance (or mystery, depending on your preference!) This is the kind of book to read while lying belly down on a towel, sand between your toes, getting so engrossed in the pages that by the time you look up you are completely sunburned. So in the spirit of summer, we are putting down the Proust and picking up lighter fare perfect for longer days. Here are our favorite beach reads!

Funny Story by Emily Henry

Chick Lit queen Emily Henry is back with a new novel. When Daphne’s fiance leaves her to be with his childhood best friend, there is only one person who understands her situation, the equally abandoned boyfriend of the childhood best friend. What begins as a cordial roommate relationship born out of necessity quickly blossoms into something more.

Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld

Curtis Sittenfeld proved herself to be a master social observer with her iconic debut, Prep. Her new novel examines the phenomenon in which dorky men date successful, drop-dead gorgeous women, and what happens when an uber-handsome male pop star hits it off with a neurotic but loveable female comedy writer.

Swan Song by Elin Hilderbrand

The final installment in Elin Hilderbrand’s beloved Nantucket Series is a captivating mystery involving a nearly-retired police chief, a burnt-down mansion, its ludicrously wealthy owners, and their mysteriously vanished personal assistant–who happens to be the best friend of the police chief’s daughter. Chaos ensues.

The Vacationers by Emma Straub

A much-needed vacation to Mallorca goes horribly awry as secrets emerge, tensions rise, and old grievances return for the Post family and their circle of friends. Emma Straub’s sharp wit proves that a perfect vacation can only be ruined by one thing–family!

One Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle

Katy has spent years hearing about the idyllic town in Italy her mother visited as a young woman, and now the pair are finally going together! But right before their trip, Katy’s mother Carol dies. Devastated, Katy goes on the trip alone, only to encounter Carol at 30, happy, suntanned, and blissfully unaware of her future and who Katy is.

Happy Sunbathing and Happy Reading!

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