As promised last week, here’s a list of some fantastic summer reads. I’m admittedly a romance fiction junkie, but sometimes a heartfelt memoir can be a great inspiration and a needed life lesson. Here are five good chick lit books or series that go well with an iced coffee or tea, sunshine, and a warm summer breeze.
1. Bloom by Kelle Hampton
One mother’s memoir recounting her unforgettable journey through the first year in the life of her daughter, who has Down syndrome.
This book is inspiring, not depressing. It reminds us of the beauty found in life when we choose to embrace the unexpected, and underscores the strength of a mother’s love. Stunning color photographs are found throughout the story.
2. The Mermaid of Brooklyn by Amy Shearn
Sometimes all you need is a fabulous pair of shoes…and a little assistance from a supernatural ally. This is a well-written, witty, quirky book that made me laugh and cry. This story presents the struggles of early motherhood, set during a hot New York summer.
3. Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl
This is an exhilarating read presented from the perspective of a teenage boy. It’s a captivating southern Gothic with well-developed characters set in a small town in South Carolina at summer’s end. Beautiful Creatures will draw you in—you’ll move on to the next book in this series quickly. The movie released a few months back may have disappointed, but the books will not.
4. MacCarrick Brothers Trilogy by Kresley Cole
A historical, romantic saga about three fierce Scottish brothers with dangerous lives, dark desires and a deadly family curse. If you’re in the mood for a steamy, sexy adventure this summer, look no further. Reading order: (1) If You Dare, (2) If You Desire, (3) If You Deceive.
5. All The Summer Girls by Meg Donohue
Last but not least, this is the beachy drama you’re looking for. You get unforgettable characters, a fast-paced story and thought- provoking questions of your own. Three girlfriends with crumbling lives are reunited at a beach town where the ambiance of summer encourages them to explore new experiences and un-bury their true selves from secrets of a shared past.
Happy reading!
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