You might want to check out 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo' by Taylor Jenkins Reid. It's about a reclusive Hollywood star who finally decides to tell her life story to a young journalist. It's full of glamour, secrets, and complex relationships.
Then there's 'My Absolute Darling' by Gabriel Tallent. It's a dark and powerful story about a young girl's relationship with her controlling father and her journey to break free. It has some really intense and thought - provoking moments.
Well, 'Sing, Unburied, Sing' by Jesmyn Ward is quite something. It's a story that delves deep into family relationships, race, and the South. It has a lot of emotional depth and the writing is so vivid that you can almost feel the heat and the struggles of the characters. It's a complex and wonderful read. There are layers upon layers to unpack as you go through the story.
The book 'City of Shadows' could be a hidden gem. It's set in a modern - day city but with a dark underbelly that the protagonist discovers. The story unfolds as they try to expose the secrets and fight against the forces that want to keep them hidden. There are interesting characters, from the street - smart informants to the powerful and corrupt elites.
I think 'On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous' is a bit of a hidden gem in the 'Best Summer Books 2019 Fiction' category. The prose is lyrical and it tells a very personal and moving story about identity, family, and love. It's not as well - known as some of the others but it's definitely worth reading.
Well, 'Normal People' by Sally Rooney is a wonderful 2019 fiction for summer. It's a story about the relationship between two young people, with really deep and nuanced character development. Also, 'The Water Dancer' by Ta - Nehisi Coates is a great pick. It combines elements of history and magic in a really interesting way, making it a great book to relax with during summer.
One great summer read from 2017 fiction could be 'The Hate U Give' by Angie Thomas. It's a powerful story that delves into important social issues. Another is 'Little Fires Everywhere' by Celeste Ng, which has complex characters and a captivating plot. And 'Exit West' by Mohsin Hamid is also worth checking out, with its unique take on migration and love.
'The Water Dancer' by Ta - Nehisi Coates is also a wonderful 2019 fiction choice for summer. It combines elements of historical fiction with a touch of magic as it tells the story of a slave with a special power. The story is beautifully written and will keep you hooked throughout the summer days.
One great summer read in fiction is 'The Great Gatsby' by F. Scott Fitzgerald. It's set in the summer and has a vivid description of the Jazz Age. The story of Jay Gatsby's pursuit of Daisy Buchanan is both tragic and captivating.
One great 'Summer Reads 2021 Fiction' book is 'The Rose Code' by Kate Quinn. It's a historical fiction that takes readers into the world of Bletchley Park during World War II. The characters are engaging, and the mystery surrounding the code - breaking operations keeps you hooked.
'Normal People' by Sally Rooney is a great 2019 fiction for summer. It follows the relationship between two young people, Marianne and Connell, over the years. The characters are complex and the story is very relatable, making it a good book to pick up during the summer months when you have some time to get into a character - driven story.
One great historical fiction for summer reading is 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett. It's set in the 12th - century England and is full of rich detail about the building of a cathedral, along with complex characters and their intertwined lives. It's a long but engaging read that can keep you occupied during those long summer days.