If I’m being perfectly honest, I don’t like beaches. Nor have I been to one in years and maybe twice total in my life. But I imagine beaches are a place to lay back and relax for most people, where you want to ignore everything (and everyone) around you with a good book. So here are my top 10 “beach” reads, books that I found remarkably captivating, lighthearted and easy, or both.
Lighthearted and Fun
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams - if you haven’t read this yet, DON’T PANIC
One for the Money by Janet Evanovich - a bounty hunter who sucks at her job but always lands her man (plus there are 22 of these books to keep you busy on your vacation)
Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris - for fans of True Blood, there’s a book for that!
Truly Captivating
A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab - a beautifully rich fantasy
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern - I feel like I’m always recommending this book but it’s fantastic, and a standalone so you don’t have to bring the next book with you (more room for other books!)
Cinder by Marissa Meyer - because who doesn’t want to live in a fairy tale?
Spindle’s End by Robin McKinley - another fairy tale turned on its head, and a favorite of mine
Fun & Intriguing
Geist by Philippa Ballantine - a little humor and snark, a little action and romance, the perfect blend
Halfway to the Grave by Jeaniene Frost - laugh-out-loud humor, non-stop action, and some very steamy romance
Some Girls Bite by Chloe Neill - a quick read with plenty of paranormal fun to go around
What book would you take to the beach?
I want to check out A Darker Shade of Magic so badly. I’ve heard nothing but good things.
Krystianna @ Downright Dystopian