We’ve got four months ahead of us of summer days and free time. But sometimes there’s just too much free time. What are you to do except to read book after book after book?
Get lost in your local library or hole in a Barnes and Noble, and enjoy the air conditioning. When you decide to just sit in the heat and tan, or just want to enjoy the lush trees and summer breeze, grab a book on the way and start reading.
So kick your feet up, jump in the pool, and bury your nose in these four perfect summer novels!
1. “Trouble is a Friend of Mine” - Stephanie Tromly
This novel follows the weird hijinks two high schoolers get into. Meanwhile, they uncover a mystery in town. The characters are captivating, and you root and cry for them along the way. Perfect to bring to the beach or read in your backyard.
2. “One More Thing: Stories and More Stories” - B.J. Novak
A collection of short stories from B.J. Novak that are hilarious and insightful. You’ll finally realize that Novak is a creative genius and not just the temp from The Office. Grab a stack of Post-its and mark your favorite stories.
3. “Fart Powder” - Jo Nesbo
Jo Nesbo creates the perfect imaginative reality to fall into. Remember what it was like to be a little kid? No college life, bills, or pretending to be an adult? The biggest thing you had to worry about was fart powder. Don’t miss the sequel “Fart Powder: Bubble in the Bathtub”.
4. “Meddling Kids” - Edgar Cantero
The adult version of the Scooby-Doo Gang you’ve been dreaming of. The mystery is full of layers upon layers that have you reading with your nose literally in the book. Live out your lifelong dream of the Scooby Gang as more than a high school group of kids.