Growing up I was the absolute definition of a book worm. I specifically remember having to read 25 books for the year for English class, and instead I read 150. As an adult, I read nowhere near as much as I used to. However, if you catch me on the plane or at the beach, I’ll absolutely have a book in hand. This is why I’m so incredibly excited to partner with Harper Collins to share a few of the best summer books to read in 2021!
The Warsaw Orphan by Kelly Rimmer
- Genre: Historical Fiction
- Perfect for: Reading on the plane
This World War II novel was inspired by a woman that saved thousands of Jewish children. It follows the story of two children growing up in Nazi occupied Poland and the risks they take to get back to the country they once knew.
The Warsaw Orphan makes for the perfect book to read on the plane – you’ll want to be fully focused on this riveting historical fiction.
Lady Sunshine by Amy Mason Doan
- Genre: Women’s Friendship Fiction
- Perfect for: Beach-side reading
Think good vibes and California in the 1970s. This free spirited book follows the story of Jackie Pierce and a summer of music, secrets, memories and even tragedy. Lady Sunshine will keep you turning the pages as you sit by the beach and tan this summer!
The Summer Seekers by Sarah Morgan
- Genre: Romance & Friendship
- Perfect for: Road trip reading
What better book to read on a road trip than a book about a road trip?! The Summer Seekers follows three women on a journey of romance, adventure and soul searching.
The Stepsisters by Susan Mallery
- Genre: Romance & Friendship
- Perfect for: Beach-side Reading
The Stepsisters is another perfect beach-side read following the unique story of two women that used to be sisters and became friends many years down the road. The plot’s twists and turns will leave you wondering if this unlikely friendship will survive or if they’ll be back to strangers.
The Secret Keeper of Jaipur by Alka Joshi
- Genre: Historical Fiction
- Perfect for: Your summer book club
The Secret Keeper of Jaipur is an absolute must for your book club. The second book in the series by Alka Joshi, the novel follows the story of an henna artist intern at the Jaipur Palace. The imagery and atmosphere are lavish and the images are rich!