
12 Books for Your Summer TBR: From Mysteries to Romance
Whether you’re packing your beach bag, planning a staycation, or just looking for a story to keep you company on a lazy afternoon, these books are perfect picks for your summer TBR. From twisty mysteries to cozy romances, there’s something here for every kind of reader.
1. The Nantucket Restaurant by Pamela M. Kelley
A heartfelt story about three sisters who inherit their grandmother’s Nantucket restaurant. Family secrets, second chances, and small-town charm make this an ideal beach read.

2. The Girls of Good Fortune by Kristina McMorris (Deluxe Edition)
Set in 1880s Portland, this historical novel follows three women entangled in lies and ambition as they navigate society’s expectations and their own dreams.

3. House of Ash and Shadow by Leia Stone
Book one of the Gilded City series. A young woman is cursed, hunted by fae, and forced into a dangerous alliance. Dark magic, fierce romance, and nonstop twists.
4. The Ghostwriter by Alessandra Torre
A bestselling author with a dark secret hires a ghostwriter to help tell her story before it’s too late. This emotional thriller is packed with suspense and unexpected heart.

5. Monarch by Belle Manuel (Grimstone, Book 2)
A romantic thriller with espionage, betrayal, and revenge. Dive into the pulse-pounding second book of the Grimstone series—where nothing is as it seems.
6. Good Boy by Sarina Bowen & Elle Kennedy (WAGs, 1)
A friends-with-benefits hockey romance with humor, heat, and unexpected sweetness. Blake and Jess will steal your heart and keep you laughing.

7. The Book Woman’s Daughter by Kim Michele Richardson
A companion to The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek, this novel follows a brave young woman carrying on her mother’s legacy of delivering books to Appalachia.
8. Husband Material by Alexis Hall (London Calling, Book 2)
Wedding chaos, British banter, and lovable awkwardness. Luc and Oliver are back with more charm, miscommunication, and romantic growth.

9. Pretend You’re Mine by Lucy Score (Benevolence, 1)
Fake dating, small-town secrets, and emotional healing. This spicy romance has big heart and bigger feels.
10. Girl Abroad by Elle Kennedy
A brand-new romantic comedy set overseas from Elle Kennedy. Expect sass, self-discovery, and undeniable sparks in this fresh and flirty adventure.

11. The Worst Best Man by Lucy Score
Enemies-to-lovers chaos explodes when a wedding planner is forced to work with her ex’s brother. Banter, tension, and heart? All here.
12. The Radium Girls by Kate Moore
A gripping historical nonfiction story about the women who fought for justice after being poisoned by the radium they painted. Powerful, moving, and unforgettable.
Which of these are on your list? Let me know your top picks or tag me on Instagram @amysbooketlist if you add any to your cart!

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