Summer's Sizzling Reads: Get Ready to Obsess Over These 10 Must've Books
Book Lane Top 10 Recommended reads Of The Month - August
Summer just got a whole lot hotter! We've got the scoop on the season's most irresistible reads, and trust us, you won't want to miss them. From sultry romances to heart-pumping thrillers, these 10 books will be your ultimate summer escape.
.1. The Pairing by Casey McQuiston
Exes on a European adventure? Yes, please! This laugh-out-loud, sensational novel is the perfect summer plot.
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| "The pairing" Source - Goodreads |
Recommendation: Perfect for fans of witty banter, second-chance romance, and European getaways.
Ratings:
- Goodreads: 4.42/5
- Kirkus: 4.5/5 (Starred Review)
- Amazon: 4.5/5
- Our Rating: 4.3/5 (A delightful, romantic read with a dash of humor)
2. The Seventh Veil of Salome by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Step into the lush world of 19th-century Mexico and meet a young woman who will stop at nothing to claim her power. This epic tale is a must-read!
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| "The Seventh Veil of Salome" Source - Goodreads |
Recommendation: Ideal for readers of historical fiction, magical realism, and strong female leads.
Ratings:
- Goodreads: 4.38/5
- Kirkus: 4.5/5 (Starred Review)
- Amazon: 4.5/5
- Our Rating: 4.4/5 (A rich, immersive story with a fierce heroine)
3. House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen
What secrets are your neighbors hiding? Dive into this twisty, domestic thriller and find out!
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| "House of glass" Source - Goodreads |
Recommendation: Great for fans of domestic suspense, twisty plots, and psychological thrills.
Ratings:
- Goodreads: 4.36/5
- Kirkus: 4.2/5
- Amazon: 4.4/5
- Our Rating: 4.3/5 (A twisty, engaging thriller with a domestic twist)
4. Fire Exit by Morgan Talty
Join a young man on his journey to confront his past and uncover the truth. With lyrical prose and a strong narrative voice, this debut novel explores themes of identity, family, and redemption.
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| "Fire exit" Source - Goodreads |
Recommendation: Perfect for readers of literary fiction, character-driven stories, and explorations of identity.
Ratings:
- Goodreads: 4.34/5
- Kirkus: 4.1/5
- Amazon: 4.3/5
- Our Rating: 4.2/5 (A powerful, moving debut with a strong narrative voice)
5. One of Our Kind by Nicola Yoon
In this gripping mystery, a small town's perfect facade hides dark secrets and lies. With a diverse cast of characters and a twisty plot, this novel will keep you guessing until the very end.
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| "One Of our kind" Source - Goodreads |
Recommendation: Ideal for fans of mystery, suspense, and small-town secrets.
Ratings:
- Goodreads: 4.32/5
- Kirkus: 4.1/5
- Amazon: 4.2/5
- Our Rating: 4.1/5 (A twisty, engaging mystery with a diverse cast)
6. A Sorceress Comes to Call by T. Kingfisher
Step into a dark, magical world where secrets and lies reign supreme. This fantasy novel is perfect for fans of fairy tale retellings and atmospheric stories.
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| "The Sorceress Comes to call" Source - Goodreads |
Recommendation: Great for readers of fantasy, fairy tale retellings, and atmospheric stories.
Ratings:
- Goodreads: 4.28/5
- Kirkus: 4.0/5
- Amazon: 4.1/5
- Our Rating: 4.1/5 (A dark, immersive fantasy with a strong narrative voice)
7. The Perfect Son by Freida McFadden
A family's perfect facade hides deadly secrets in this gripping thriller. With a twisty plot and relatable characters, this novel will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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| "The perfect Son" Source - Goodreads |
Recommendation: Perfect for fans of domestic suspense, twisty plots, and psychological thrills.
Ratings:
- Goodreads: 4.25/5
- Kirkus: 3.9/5
- Amazon: 4.0/5
- Our Rating: 4.0/5 (A twisty, engaging thriller with a domestic twist)
8. Little Rot by Akwaeke Emezi
A queer novel about love, identity, and the power of stories. With lyrical prose and a strong narrative voice, this novel explores themes of identity, family, and redemption.
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| "Litttle" Source - Goodreads |
Recommendation: Ideal for readers of literary fiction, LGBTQ+ stories, and explorations of identity
9. Bear by Julia Phillips
A novel about two sisters struggling to make ends meet in a secluded Washington island. With a strong narrative voice and a focus on family dynamics, this novel explores themes of identity, family, and redemption.
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| "Bear" Source - Goodreads |
Recommendation: Great for readers of literary fiction, character-driven stories, and explorations of family dynamics.
Ratings:
- Goodreads: 4.20/5
- Kirkus: 3.7/5
- Amazon: 3.8/5
- Our Rating: 4.0/5 (A powerful, moving novel with a strong narrative voice)
10. Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe
A hilarious novel about a young woman's financial struggles and self-discovery. With a relatable protagonist and a comedic tone, this novel is perfect for fans of humorous fiction and stories about millennial life.
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| "Margo's got money troubles Source - Goodreads |
Recommendation: Perfect for fans of comedic fiction, relatable stories, and female leads.
Ratings:
- Goodreads: 4.18/5
- Kirkus: 3.6/5
- Amazon: 3.7/5
- Our Rating: 4.0/5 (A hilarious, relatable novel with a strong comedic tone)
I hope you get your soul captivating read of this month as it ends - with more bookish things to come!
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