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5 Books You Should Read This Summer

For when you're laying on the beach or by the pool

Morgan Hakala
May 01, 2016
Assumption College
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5 Books You Should Read This Summer

Summertime is the perfect time to find a good book to read. It doesn't get much better than sitting out by the pool or on the beach, soaking up the sun, and reading a book. I especially enjoy creating a list of books to read every summer, and I already have a fairly extensive list for this upcoming summer. If you are looking for some book recommendations, here are a few of my favorites.

1. 19 Minutes-Jodi Picoult

This is my favorite Jodi Picoult book. It depicts a school shooting from multiple perspectives. It is a heart-wrenching, page turning novel, that I highly recommend.

2. The Art of Racing in the Rain-Garth Stein

This novel tells the story of a dog on his last day of life, as he reflects back on his entire life and the life of his owner. It is beautifully written and heart-breaking all at the same time.

3. The Catcher in the Rye-J.D. Salinger

If you're looking for a classic American novel to add to your list, this is the one I recommend. Many people read it either in high school or college, but if this book has not crossed your radar yet, you are missing out.

4. If You Find This Letter-Hannah Brencher

If you're looking for an inspirational novel to read, this definitely should be the one you choose.

5. the Harry Potter series

I'm sure many of you have read these books before. But, summer is the perfect time to re-read the entire series all at once. And, the eighth installment Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is being released at the end of July, so why not catch up on the beloved books before reading the latest one based on the play that is going to be performed in London?


(In case you're wondering what's currently on my summer reading list, the top two books are Me Before You by Jojo Moyes and The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins.)

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