Summer is here, and collegiettes everywhere are looking forward to a little downtime! Whether you’re spending your time traveling, working or laying out on the beach, here are five great books to unwind with this summer!
Prodigal Summer – Barbara Kingsolver
If you love a good mix of romance, humor and inspiration, Prodigal Summer is a perfect choice for you! Set in a small town over the course of one summer, Kingsolver writes about three intertwining stories of love and loss in a truly magical way.
The Glass Castle – Jeannette Walls
If you prefer a good real-life story, check out Jeannette Walls’ memoir The Glass Castle. The novel chronicles Walls’ amazing, crazy life and journey from poverty to affluence. You’ll be rooting for her from the first page!
Wild – Cheryl Strayed
If this is your summer of self-discovery, you can probably relate to Strayed’s book Wild. Set on the Pacific Crest Trail, the book is filled with literal and figurative twists and turns. Perhaps it’s just the adventure you need!
Me Before You – Jojo Moyes
TW: suicide, traumatic event, self-harm
If you need a fluff-free romance novel that accurately reflects the struggles of life, try Me Before You by Jojo Moyes. When you’re done, be sure to check out the film adaptation that comes out June 3rd!
The Her Campus Guide to College Life – Stephanie Kaplan Lewis, Annie Chandler Wang, Windsor Hanger Western, and the Writers & Editors of Her Campus
Finally, as you relax this summer and start thinking about next semester, be sure to pick up Her Campus’ own book! A fun read, you’ll be sure to find everything you need to make the rest of your college career a success!
Happy reading, collegiettes!