Top-notch Vacation Literature: Thrilling Novels for Every Travel Adventure
Looking for the perfect book to liven up your vacation? Whether you're lounging on a beach, exploring a new city, or road-tripping through scenic landscapes, we've got you covered. Here's our list of must-reads for every type of trip, along with some handy tips to help you make the most of your literary escapades.
Beach Getaway
When the sun's shining and the waves are crashing, nothing pairs better with your beachfront paradise than a touching love story. Indulge in these heartwarming reads:
The Beach Beneath the Sea by Astrid Schol-Toombs
Dive into a whimsical romance as a runaway princess and a mysterious fisherman discover an underwater kingdom. Tied together by fate, their connection deepens, while the secrets of the ocean threaten to tear them apart.
Love, Hard & Fast by Rachel Reid
Fast-paced and full of steam, this contemporary romance follows the passionate love affair between a feisty football player and a reformed party girl. With unexpected twists and turns, their love is tested, proving that life and love don't always follow the script.
City Break
Lose yourself in the history of a new city and immerse yourself in a novel that brings the past to life.
The Golden Mean by Nickolas Butler
Follow the lives of four lifelong friends, their family, and the classic American town they call home. Intertwining historical events with the trials and triumphs of everyday life, this poignant work offers a moving exploration of love, friendship, and the bonds that unite us all.
The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton
This historical mystery unfolds in a 17th-century Dutch town, where a young woman marries into a wealthy family and finds herself isolated and haunted by a mysterious miniaturist creating eerie replicas of her new home. As secrets are unveiled, a chilling tale unfolds that examines the darker side of human nature.
Scenic Road Trip
Keep yourself on edge with an audiobook thriller while grinning at the breathtaking views out the window.
The Disappearance at Devil's Dance by Stacey Danby
A summer road trip turns into a living nightmare when a friendship is shattered and a young girl goes missing. With cops and journalists swarming, the friends must confront the darkness within themselves to solve the mystery behind the disappearance.
Blood Relatives by James Hanley
This gripping psychological thriller centers around a teenage girl plagued by an uncontrollable urge to kill her entire family. As she struggles to come to terms with her actions, a reunion with her estranged sister sets off a chain of events that will change everyone's lives forever.
At-Sea Adventure
Whether you're sailing the high seas or cruising through the calm waters, these contemporary stories will remind you of the beauty of human connection.
The Sea Lost Her Memory by Albert Wendt
In this captivating tale, a man searches for his lost love, a mermaid, after she mysteriously disappears from his life. His journey takes him on an emotional odyssey filled with love, heartbreak, and ultimate redemption.
The Last Time We Saw Marianne by Natasha Solomons
This moving story weaves together the lives of an ill-fated love affair, a flourishing family, and the intricate web of their shared history. Set against the backdrop of war-torn Britain, this absorbing novel explores the power of love, forgiveness, and the ties that bind us evocatively.
Off-the-Grid Stay
Get lost in an immersive fantasy world as you escape the hustle and bustle of civilization.
The Other Kingdom by J.R. Tompkins
Journey to the mysteriously beautiful land of Elysia, where magic is alive and danger lurks around every corner. With love, forbidden magic, and ancient secrets, this epic quest will transport you to a world you never knew existed.
The Sisters of the Silver Moon by Jaye L. Knight
This action-packed fantasy series draws you into the world of the Tessari Empire, where dragons, magic, and danger abound. Follow the sisters of the Silver Moon, powerful priestesses, as they fight against powerful enemies in a desperate battle to save their people and their world.
Practical Tips for Traveling with Books
Travel Light
- Go digital: Find the right e-reader for you and fill it with books without sacrificing space in your suitcase.
- Explore locally: Visit a local bookstore to find your next read and a built-in souvenir.
- Read and Return: Many U.S. airports have a program where you can purchase a book and return it within 6 months for a 50% refund.
Essential Accessories
- Book sleeve: Protect your physical books with a stylish cover.
- Reading lamps: Portable options for nighttime reading without disturbing your travel companions.
- Remote control page-turner: One-handed reading solutions for multitasking travelers.
- E-book holders: Hands-free reading options for layovers, planes, and more.
- For an engaging read during your city break, consider "The Golden Mean" by Nickolas Butler, a poignant work that intertwines historical events with the trials and triumphs of everyday life.
- While on a scenic road trip, immerse yourself in the gripping psychological thriller "Blood Relatives" by James Hanley, as it brings you face to face with a teenage girl plagued by an uncontrollable urge to kill her entire family.
- As you embark on an at-sea adventure, lose yourself in the captivating tale "The Sea Lost Her Memory" by Albert Wendt, a story of love, heartbreak, and redemption involving a man and his lost mermaid love.
