Here is a selection of the best books for summer reading 2023; from Slovenian to foreign authors. From in-depth novels to entertaining reads.
Summer is the perfect time to relax on the beach and read, so we present you books for summer reading 2023. Whether you're looking for something light and fun or an in-depth and meaningful read, the list has something for everyone.
Where the Crawdads Sing - Delia Owens
Photo: amazonA book bestseller, which also experienced its portrayal on the movie screen. It is set in the swamps of North Carolina and tells the story of a young girl named Kya who grows up alone in the wilderness in the 1950s. The book explores themes of loneliness, survival and the beauty of the natural world, all intertwined with a murder mystery.
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The Beach - Alex Garland
Photo: amazonThe Beach is a novel by the English writer Alex Garland from 1996. The story, set in Thailand, is about a young traveler who is looking for a legendary, idyllic and secluded beach and gets involved in a dangerous adventure along the way. The book chronicles his time in a small international community of travelers and is a must-read for anyone looking for exciting book pages to read on the mattress.
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Crazy Rich Asians - Kevin Kwan
Photo: amazonYou've almost certainly seen a movie that was a hit and will most likely get a sequel. But few know that the film was created based on a book proposal by a Singaporean writer. The comic satire follows the lives of the ultra-rich in Singapore and the clash of cultures that occurs when an American-born Chinese woman meets her boyfriend's rich and traditional family. With the novel, the author wanted to "introduce contemporary Asia to a North American audience", and the events are said to be loosely based on his childhood.
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One Hundred Years of Solitude - Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Photo: amazonA literary classic worth reading again and again. This timeless novel tells the story of the Buendía family over a century, residing in the fictional town of Macondo. The book is a masterpiece of magical realism and a must-read for anyone looking for a thought-provoking and complex novel.
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The Alchemist - Paulo Coelho
Photo: amazonIt was Alkimist that paved the way for the Brazilian author to reach the very top of literature. The book tells the story of a shepherd boy named Santiago who embarks on a journey to find his destiny. The book is a wonderful meditation on the meaning of life and a welcome acquisition for anyone interested in personal growth and a more spiritual reading.
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Shuggie Bain – Douglas Stuart
Photo: amazonShuggie Bain is the debut novel by Scottish-American writer Douglas Stuart, released in 2020. It tells the story of the youngest of three children, Shuggie, growing up with his alcoholic mother Agnes in post-industrial working-class Glasgow in the 1980s.
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