August Picks

To finish your summer reading.

Summer is still going strong and so is my reading. Whether you are looking forward to the cooler weather or ready to start your summer vacation and beach days, these books will have you holding on to summer just a little bit longer.

Mrs. Nash's Ashes by Sarah Adler: This novel takes place over Memorial Day weekend giving the summer setting for the story. It brings everything for a good season read with a road trip, romantic chemistry, and a mission that needs to be accomplished making for all the ingredients of an adventurous story you won't want to put down.

The Summer Stage by Meg Mitchell Moore: Set on a small summer island off the coast of Rhode Island this book has movie stars, summer theatre, family drama, and lots of sand and sun. As always Moore brings a page-turning summer read perfect for anyone.

Happy Place by Emily Henry: College friends take their annual summer vacation off the coast of Maine while the main characters hide a big secret from the rest of the group. Will they be able to keep the secret or can they rekindle their love? A fun quick summer read.

Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid: One of the most underrated books by Reid, but just as good as all of her books. This novel brings the readers to Malibu, with surfing, and a big end-of-the-summer party. Don't be surprised if some familiar characters pop up along the way.

However, you decide to spend the month of August these books will help you finish your summer reading and enjoy the last beach days.