“I Need A Beach” Reads
It’s been a cold 2015 in Colorado so far. There’s been snow, freezing rain, and a dismal Bronco’s loss. With a couple months still to go before the first signs of springs appear, it’s safe to say I need a beach!
In the absence of a real beach, I’m going to read books that will hopefully channel that relaxation and sunshine. Some are like soap operas with captivating drama, some sweet romances or laugh-out-loud funny, and some take place on faraway beaches.
Here are my top 5 “I need a beach” reads:
1) We Were Liars by E. Lockhart — A contemporary YA that follows a wealthy family who always vacations on a private island, and one summer when something terrible and mysterious happens. A wealthy family + engrossing drama + an unreliable narrator = sign me up!
2) Mermaids in Paradise by Lydia Millet — The title alone has me intrigued! The story follows a honeymooning couple who become entangled in the protection of mermaids from a tropical resort’s evil commercial plans. And it’s supposed to be laugh-out-loud funny, to boot!
3) Yes Please by Amy Poehler — I’ve come to respect Amy Poehler so much over the last few years! Her work on SNL, her genius role as Leslie Knope on Parks & Rec, and her recent (and hilarious) Golden Globes opening with Tina Fey all have me saying, “Yes, please!”
4) This Lulliby by Sarah Dessen — I must confess, I’ve only read one of Dessen’s books (The Truth About Forever) but absolutely LOVED it! It was the epitome of beach reads to me: swoon-worthy characters and a sweet romance, but with enough depth to keep it interesting. And this is supposedly one of her best!
5) Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King — This list wouldn’t be complete without the master entertainer himself, Stephen King. Sure to be a well-written page turner full of suspense makes this the perfect read to help me escape the clutches of winter.
What books do you read when you need a ‘vacation’? Are there any that remind you of the beach?
What I’m reading: My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante (Book club pick, and a book that takes me back to Italy!)
What I’m listening to: Guster — Evermotion
I’ve got a stack of them, Kate. Murder in Mexico is my series of twelve mysteries set in and around the upscale expat colony of San Miguel de Allende. Artist Paul Zacher is drawn into crime investigation because ‘he might see things differently.’ Maybe it’s time for the rich humanity of Mexico to show through all the narco headlines! Ready for the real Mexico, beyond the phony news reports? Take a look at this suspenseful and often funny series, available in Print, Kindle, Nook, Kobo, and iBook in the Apple Store. Start with ‘Twenty Centavos’ by trying a sample on my website.
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