Waterstones Summer Reads

20th August 2022

It’s mid-summer and it’s a scorcher! If you’re looking for ways to keep yourself occupied in the shade, a break from the kids, or a way to relax after work, head to Waterstones and choose your very own adventure.Take a look at some of our top picks for summer reads below!

Circe by Madeleine Miller

This award winner author shot to fame with the fantastic The Song of Achilles, and released this ode to Greek mythology and femininity as her follow up novel. Circe tells the story of a misunderstood woman finding herself through adventure and betrayal. Fall deep into this beautiful story and understand the hype!

Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid

A literal beach read! Taylor Jenkins Read has exploded to stardom on social media for her captivating reads, and this one is no different. Follow the story of the Riva siblings on the day of a fateful end of summer party, where secrets will come to light that will change everything.

Where The Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

Everyone is talking about the brand new film adaptation of Where The Crawdads Sing, so why not read the book that started it all. An unexpected tale of the raw beauty of the North Carolina coast, and ‘Marsh Girl’ Kya, this novel is a surprising story of love, betrayal and murder.

We Were Liars by E. Lockhart

A young adult fiction book that will be loved by all. The less you know about this book before reading, the better! The ultimate late summer read, and a story of secrets, beauty and deception – don’t be surprised if you finish this in one sitting!

Acts of Desperation – Megan Nolan

A darker, honest read. Follow this first person account of a destructive love affair, complete with raw emotion and dark humour. A very fast read!

Apples Never Fall – Liane Moriarty

The brand new release from the best-selling author behind Nine Perfect Strangers and Big Little Lies.  This sinister thriller tells the story of the Delaney family after the disappearance of their mother, leading to the re-examination of their family history with fresh, frightened eyes.

Pick up all of these books and more at Waterstones at Riverside Shopping Centre.*All items subject to availability