Top 5 Anticipated Beach
Reads for 2025

Funny Story

by Emily Henry

Emily Henry is back with another irresistibly charming rom-com! When Daphne's fiancé leaves her for his childhood best friend, she finds herself in an unexpected living arrangement with Miles—who happens to be her ex’s ex. What starts as a scheme to make their former partners jealous turns into something much more complicated (and swoon-worthy). With Henry’s signature mix of humor, romance, and emotional depth, Funny Story is the perfect read for lazy beach days.

WHY YOU'll LOVE IT: A sharp, witty rom-com with fake dating, laugh-out-loud moments, and Emily Henry’s signature charm.

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The Favorites

by Layne Fargo

Ice dancing has never been this intense! The Favorites follows Katarina and Heath, a dazzling pair whose chemistry on and off the rink keeps everyone guessing. But as their competitive ambitions and personal entanglements spiral out of control, the stakes rise both on the ice and in their hearts. If you love a novel packed with high drama, passion, and a touch of obsession, this one’s for you.

WHY YOU'll LOVE IT: An intense, steamy sports drama where ice dancing, ambition, and desire collide.

Tom Lake

by Ann Patchett

Imagine a summer of storytelling, nostalgia, and family revelations—all set on a cherry farm. Lara’s daughters are home for the pandemic, and as they pick fruit together, she shares the story of her past romance with a now-famous actor. It’s a novel that beautifully blends past and present, capturing the bittersweet moments of love and memory. And it's a Reese Book Club pick!

WHY YOU'll LOVE IT: A beautifully written, nostalgic family story that unravels love, memory, and life’s unexpected turns.

The Rachel Incident

by Caroline O'Donoghue

Take a trip to 2009 Cork, Ireland, where Rachel and her best friend James are figuring out life, love, and everything in between. When Rachel falls for her married professor, she and James hatch a plan that quickly spirals into unexpected territory. With sharp humor and touching insights on friendship, identity, and youthful mistakes, this book is a nostalgic and heartfelt summer read.

WHY YOU'll LOVE IT: A messy, hilarious, and heartfelt coming-of-age story about friendship, love, and mistakes.

This Summer Will Be Different

by Carley Fortune

Sunshine, temptation, and a summer of second chances—what more could you want? In This Summer Will Be Different, old flames rekindle, promises are tested, and one fateful season changes everything. Carley Fortune delivers another emotionally rich, atmospheric read that will have you hooked from the first page.

WHY YOU'll LOVE IT: A sun-soaked second-chance romance that’s equal parts dreamy escape and emotional rollercoaster.

Whether you’re in the mood for a juicy rom-com, a compelling drama, or a nostalgic coming-of-age story, these top picks will keep you entertained all summer long.

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