7 Of The Breeziest Books For Summer Reading

What are your plans for the rest of the summer? Do you like to read poolside, at the beach, or on a plane? Or maybe you prefer to pursue your literary works closer to home. If you are at a standstill and don’t know which author to read, then peruse this list of my seven stand-out book titles.

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1. Confessions Of A Curious Bookseller by Elizabeth Green 

Confessions Of A Curious Bookseller is easily an enjoyable reading experience. Green’s main character Fawn is the most unusual woman I have been introduced to for some time. The owner of an old dilapidated book store, Fawn resorts to desperate measures to keep her business alive. When a trendy new posh book store settles in a few doors down, Fawn sets out to sabotage the owner. Broke and frantic, Fawn will not be satisfied until she is the only shop in town. Elizabeth Green’s story is so funny, I couldn’t refrain from laughing every time I picked up her book Confessions Of A Curious Bookseller.

2. Crimes Against A Bookclub by Kathy Cooperman

Crimes Against A Bookclub is a fun, light read filled with unusual characters and unexpected outcomes. Best friends since Harvard, Annie and Sarah are cash strapped and committed to improving their status. Annie convinces Sarah to partner with her to start an anti-aging face cream entrepreneurship. The women decide to market their signature cream to the illustrious female members of the La Jolla Book Club. Success becomes within their reach when Annie encounters difficultly sourcing the secret ingredient she needs to complete the miracle cream. Kathy Cooperman’s novel Crimes Against A Book Club is well written and surprisingly humorous too.

3. The Overdue Life Of Amy Byler by Kelly Harns

The Overdue Life Of Amy Byler is an inspiring book. Single mother of two adolescents, Amy’s put her life on hold so she can provide for her family. Feeling lost and overwhelmed Amy can’t seem to indulge in simple pleasures. While shopping for necessities Amy spots her husband who abandoned her three years ago. When he wishes to spend the summer reuniting with his children Amy agrees. Then she heads to a librarian conference in New York City. Staying with an old friend, Amy becomes the focus of a “Momspringa” article for a woman’s magazine. Slowly, Amy begins to forgive her husband and moves on putting together the pieces of her own life. Kelly Harn’s narrative The Overdue Life Of Amy Byler is witty and in touch with the obstacles facing single mothers.

4. The Lending Library by Aliza Folgelson 

The Lending Library by Aliza Folgelson is an unusual piece of literature. Disillusioned by her artsy New York City life and insincere fashion designer boyfriend, Dodie Fairisle relocates to a quaint rural Connecticut town. When the nearby library closes for repairs, Fogelson’s main character art teacher, Dodie Fairisle opens a small library in her own home. Soon Dodie acknowledges that the lending library is more work than she anticipated. Will Dodie be able to manage her teaching career, the lending library, a new man, and her desire to be a mother? Pick up a copy of The Lending Library to uncover the plot sequence of Aliza Fogelson’s publication. Bibliophiles will appreciate Dodie’s love for words and her bookish references.

5. The Lost And Found Bookshop by Susan Wiggs

The Lost And Found Bookshop by Susan Wiggs is a refreshing tale. When tragedy strikes Wiggs’ main character Natalie returns home to San Francisco to care for her ailing grandfather and the flailing family bookstore. Working in the bookstore Natalie recalls how she loved spending time in the shop when she was younger. Natalie stresses over Grandy’s declining health and the bookstore’s structural damage. Constructively, Natalie hires Peach a contractor to ensure the safety of the building. Peach and his young daughter Dorothy help Natalie find love, connection, and hope for the future. Susan Wigg’s title The Lost And Found Bookshop has interesting characters, reading recommendations, and historical ties.

6. The Midwives Sister The Story of Call The Midwife Jennifer Worth by her sister Christine Christine E. Lee 

The Midwives Sister The Sory of Call The Midwife Jennifer Worth by her sister Christine is a worthwhile, memorable narrative composed through Christine’s perspective. Lee’s memoir is a behind-the-scenes look at the relationship between Christine and her famous sister Jennifer Worth. The young girls came from a happy home only to endure their parent’s subsequent divorce and absence. Jennifer faces becoming a parent figure to Christine. The sisters pursue nursing careers. Christine and Jennifer are resilient brilliant writers and accomplished figures. Leaving nursing, Christine becomes a sculptor while Jennifer writes her memoirs. She wrote The Call the Midwife series and Netflix’s adaptation. Lee’s work is intriguing and insightful. Her memoir is a testament to the lasting bond between two sisters. If you want to learn more about Jennifer Worth’s family life then this is the book for you.

7. Sorry I Missed You by Suzy Krause

Sorry, I Missed You is the perfect book to add to your summer reading list. Krause’s charming ghost story is a light-hearted mystery. The plot introduces three single women Maude, McKenzie, and Sauna as the main characters of this novel. Maude, McKenzie, and Sauna each rent a room on a separate level in a haunted home owned by their landlord Larry. Krause’s quirky characters have all been ghosted by someone in the past. When a torn letter entitled “sorry I missed you” turns up in their shared mailbox, the women are invested in finding out who the letter was meant for. The trio meet at a coffee shop mentioned in the letter, to help guide them to the mysterious sender. The latter chapters highlight the past experiences of each woman bringing them closer together and to the truths, they seek. Sorry, I Missed You was a surprisingly delightful read. The unresolved puzzles kept me guessing until the end.