As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, many of us are looking forward to spending hours lounging in the sun with a good book in hand. With so many new releases and classic novels to choose from, it can be overwhelming to decide which books to tackle this summer. To help narrow down your reading list, here are the top ten books on my TBR (To Be Read) for Summer 2015:

1. “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah – This historical fiction novel tells the story of two sisters in France during World War II and their struggles to survive and resist the German occupation.

2. “The Girl on the Train” by Paula Hawkins – A gripping psychological thriller that follows the lives of three women as their paths intersect on a commuter train.

3. “Go Set a Watchman” by Harper Lee – The highly anticipated sequel to “To Kill a Mockingbird,” this novel follows an adult Scout Finch as she returns to her hometown of Maycomb, Alabama.

4. “Modern Romance” by Aziz Ansari – Comedian Aziz Ansari explores the complexities and challenges of dating in the modern world in this insightful and humorous book.

5. “The Martian” by Andy Weir – In this science fiction novel, astronaut Mark Watney is stranded on Mars and must use his ingenuity and resourcefulness to survive.

6. “Dead Wake: The Last Crossing of the Lusitania” by Erik Larson – This non-fiction book details the sinking of the RMS Lusitania during World War I and the events leading up to the tragedy.

7. “The Paying Guests” by Sarah Waters – Set in 1922 London, this novel follows a widow and her daughter as they take in lodgers with unexpected consequences.

8. “Luckiest Girl Alive” by Jessica Knoll – A suspenseful thriller about a successful magazine writer whose seemingly perfect life is threatened by secrets from her past.

9. “The Rocks” by Peter Nichols – A multi-generational family saga set on the Mediterranean island of Mallorca, exploring love, loss, and betrayal.

10. “H is for Hawk” by Helen Macdonald – This memoir details the author’s experience training a goshawk after the sudden death of her father, exploring themes of grief and connection to nature.

Whether you’re in the mood for a heart-wrenching historical drama or a thrilling mystery, there is sure to be a book on this list to pique your interest. So grab a cold drink, find a cozy spot outdoors, and get lost in the pages of a great read this summer. Happy reading!