Avah's Library
ULTIMATE SUMMER READING LIST
Our curated selection of summertime reads promises to whisk you away to exotic, far-flung destinations, perfect for those seeking a bit of escapism. Be sure to add these captivating books to your must-read list!
By Jenna Holmes
With Love, Chaos and Rigatoni, P Mami's Guide to the Good life
3 WORDS: Passion, travel & pleasure
Whether you're still homebound or dreaming up your next Euro adventure, Jenna Holmes, aka 'P Mami,' has crafted an absolute dreamboat of a debut book. It's a perfect companion for rediscovering a new zest for life. Delving into nine core principles for building a creative and inspired life.
By Sally Hepworth
DARLING GIRLS
3 WORDS: Sisterhood, Secrets, Australian countryside
We adore a local Aussie author and Sally Hepworth delivered another cannot put down page turner with this story about three sisters united by foster care. This thrilling and suspenseful tale of a decades-old murder being uncovered is told by changing the point of view and by switching from a past timeline to the current timeline. The perfect easy read to pick up beachside to get back into reading.
By Taylor Jenkins Reid
Malibu Rising
3 WORDS: Surf, fame & family
Malibu Rising immerses readers in the glamorous yet tumultuous world of four iconic siblings hosting a legendary end-of-summer bash in 1983. In the span of a single day, their lives undergo seismic shifts that will resonate long after the last page is turned. Taylor Jenkins Reid’s characterisation skills never fail to impress me; it’s always refreshing to indulge in a story with characters that I can connect with and get invested in each narrative. The Malibu setting was both fun and refreshing. I found myself intrigued by the idea of the early 80s and indulging my love of the more rustic side of Los Angeles.
By Rebecca F Kuang
YELLOWFACE
3 WORDS: Fast-paced, satirical and unique
This contemporary psychological thriller follows Juniper Song, a bestselling author who is not who she’s pretending to be. She didn’t write the book she claims she penned, and she is not Asian American. This book is designed to make the reader uncomfortable, as the main protagonist continues to dig herself into a deeper and deeper hole, but it falls into this place where you can't seem to put the book down.
By Stanley Tucci
TASTE | My Life Through Food
3 WORDS: Warm, food & family
God I love Stanley Tucci! This was such a wonderful memoir filled with food-loving stories covering a wide range of topics. Every tale touched on cuisine in relation to some other theme like family, tradition, culture, immigration and gentrification. He wrote about his children, his relationships, dealing with cancer, travel & the film industry. Recipes are scattered throughout the book, simple and revolving around fresh in season produce, perfect to recreate at your Airbnb or book marked once returned home. Listen to the audiobook which is narrated by Tucci himself.