As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, there’s nothing quite like lounging on the beach with a good book in hand. Whether you’re on vacation or just looking for a relaxing day at the shore, a beach read is the perfect companion to while away the hours. Here are ten beach reads that are sure to keep you entertained this summer.

1. “The Unhoneymooners” by Christina Lauren
This romantic comedy follows Olive and Ethan, who are forced to go on their siblings’ honeymoon together after everyone else at the wedding falls ill. As they navigate their fake relationship, they realize that they may not hate each other as much as they thought.

2. “One Last Stop” by Casey McQuiston
This LGBTQ romance follows August, who meets a mysterious girl named Jane on the subway in New York City. As they get closer, August discovers that Jane is actually a time-traveler from the 1970s.

3. “Malibu Rising” by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Set in the 1980s, this novel follows the four famous Riva siblings as they throw their annual end-of-summer party. As the night unfolds, secrets are revealed and relationships are tested in this gripping family drama.

4. “The Plot” by Jean Hanff Korelitz
This thriller follows Jacob Finch Bonner, a struggling writer who steals the plot of a deceased student’s novel and becomes a bestselling author. But as the truth about the stolen plot comes to light, Jacob’s world begins to unravel.

5. “People We Meet on Vacation” by Emily Henry
This rom-com follows Alex and Poppy, who have been best friends for years. After a falling out, they decide to take one last vacation together to try and repair their relationship.

6. “Seven Days in June” by Tia Williams
This novel follows Eva and Shane, two authors who had a whirlwind romance in their twenties, only to be torn apart by secrets and misunderstandings. Now, years later, they have a second chance at love.

7. “The Soulmate Equation” by Christina Lauren
In this romance novel, single mom Jess signs up for a DNA-based matchmaking service and is matched with geneticist Dr. River Peña. As they get to know each other, Jess begins to wonder if love can be scientific.

8. “The Last House on Needless Street” by Catriona Ward
This psychological thriller follows Ted, a reclusive man haunted by his past, and Dee, a woman determined to uncover the truth about her missing sister. As their lives intersect, dark secrets are revealed.

9. “People Like Her” by Ellery Lloyd
This thriller follows influencer Emmy Jackson, who shares every detail of her life online. But when a stalker begins to invade her privacy, Emmy must confront the dangers of living in the public eye.

10. “Black Buck” by Mateo Askaripour
This satirical novel follows Darren, a young Black man who is recruited to work at a prestigious tech startup. As he navigates the insidious world of corporate America, Darren must decide what he is willing to sacrifice for success.

With these ten beach reads in hand, you’re sure to have a summer filled with laughter, love, and suspense. So grab your sunscreen, a towel, and your favorite book, and head to the shore for a day of relaxation and literary escape.