Your Summer Reading Plans Are Booked With These New Releases

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Here’s a simple truth: many great books will be released this summer.

Liane Moriarty’s new novel, Big Little Truth (coming out August 25th), is a sequel to Big Little Lies. It revisits the lives of Madeline, Celeste, Jane, Renata, and Bonnie ten years later. This time, instead of dealing with the challenges of kindergarten, they’re navigating the complexities of raising teenagers.

As a lifestyle expert, I’ve seen how secrets can really impact communities, and that’s exactly what’s happening here. It’s not just about what’s going on with these moms, but also how a newcomer asking seemingly harmless questions starts to unravel everything. This forces them to confront the consequences of both the things they have and haven’t told their children – and the ripple effect is huge. It’s a powerful reminder that honesty, even when difficult, is key to strong family bonds.

The upcoming season of Big Little Lies will be based on the book Big Little Truths, meaning viewers will get both the story on the page and the drama unfolding on screen. While the book explores difficult realities for the mothers involved, the series promises to bring those truths to life.

If you enjoy sweet summer romances, Kristina Forrest’s The Summer Girlfriend (releasing June 9th) might be perfect for you. The story follows Noelle as she spends a weekend at the Jersey shore with her new boyfriend, Jeremiah, and his family—even though they’re pretending to be a couple!

He needs a pretend girlfriend, and she’s a professional bridesmaid who’s struggling to pay for college. They make a deal, hoping their connection doesn’t complicate things.

If you’re looking for a suspenseful summer read, both Jessica Knoll and Riley Sager have new novels packed with twists and turns. They’ll make you think twice before heading to that secluded island getaway!

For more books to have on your radar this summer, keep reading…

Release: May 19

Raeve and Kaan’s story continues in the second installment of Sarah J. Parker’s Moonfall series.

Raeve, the determined and prickly heroine of the sequel to When The Moon Hatched, has access to more of her past memories. However, it’s up to her whether she actually uses them. As both familiar and new ghosts from her and Kaan’s history emerge and endanger their future, Raeve must confront her most difficult memories to finally achieve the life she deserves.

Adding to everything else, a massive moonfall – the largest and most destructive event Raeve’s world has ever faced – is about to happen.

Release: May 26

Averick, known for her honest opinions on pop culture and passion for romance on TikTok, is now entering the world of BookTok with a sweet and emotional love story. Phoebe Berman is approaching her 30th birthday with a single goal: to lose her virginity. But this meticulously organized teacher needs to overcome her intense anxiety about dating and sort out complicated relationships with three different men.

Release: June 2

It might be obvious, but Schmit really nailed his first book! Austin Hardy is already feeling the pressure of making his US Open debut. The fact that he’s the first openly gay man to compete in a Grand Slam adds even more weight to the situation. To top it off, he’s developed a close – and potentially romantic – connection with Diego Cruz, the world’s number two ranked player. This charming LGBTQ+ love story, set against the backdrop of professional tennis, is a welcome addition to the sports romance genre.

Release: June 2

Ann Patchett is known for writing beautiful and engaging stories, and her novel The Whistler is no exception. The story begins when Daphne unexpectedly runs into her former stepfather, Eddie, at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This reunion leads them to reflect on their shared past, including how their relationship impacted Eddie’s divorce from Daphne’s mother and the years that followed.

Release: June 9

Prepare to be swept away by a charming romance in a New Jersey beach town! Noelle Lewis dreams of becoming a librarian, but she needs to save up money to return to college and get her Master’s degree. To make ends meet, she takes on all sorts of jobs, including working as a bridesmaid for hire. Meanwhile, Jeremiah Smith needs a date to accompany him to his family’s beach house for his first visit since his grandfather passed away. They come up with a plan: Noelle will pretend to be his girlfriend for a weekend, and Jeremiah will donate a large sum of money towards her college tuition. What could possibly go wrong?

Release: June 9

Get ready for a romantic adventure! Sasha Cruz meets the man of her dreams on a flight to Paris, but forgets to get his name. Determined to find him, she embarks on a quest, enlisting her marketing team and hiring a private detective named Wes, someone from her past. However, as Sasha and Wes work together, they start to develop feelings for each other, complicating her search for her Parisian crush.

Release: June 16

Sophie takes a job as the head gardener at Lilymoor House, a beautiful but neglected estate on the coast of Maine. She quickly discovers a strange secret: a door that keeps appearing in different places, leading to a hidden garden – and a man trapped inside. With Lilymoor’s future uncertain, Sophie must work with the trapped man and the estate owner’s nephew to restore the garden and save the house.

Release: June 23

Ophir, a world-class thief, hides her true identity while hosting a podcast about her criminal adventures. She shares thrilling stories of her heists around the globe, but also reveals the personal struggles and emotional toll of constantly being on the run.

Release: July 7

Robyn Carr’s novel, The Idea of You, became incredibly popular with romance readers and is even being adapted into a film starring Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine. Now, Carr is releasing a new story. It centers on Cecelia Chen, who is questioning her life as a wife and mother when she reconnects with someone from her past. As they remember their shared history, Cecelia is forced to confront everything she’s been struggling with – her work, her family, and what it means to be a middle-aged Jamaican Chinese-American woman.

Release: July 7

Mason became well-known after publishing North Woods, even earning a nomination for the Pulitzer Prize. Now, he’s released Country People, a story about Miles and his wife, Kate, who move to Vermont when Kate gets a teaching position at a well-respected college. Miles hopes to find his own place in this new setting, and quickly gets involved with a quirky group of townspeople who remind him of characters from the folktales he loves. As he learns more about the local legends, he begins to suspect that real life is even more unusual than the stories he knows.

Release: July 7

I was completely shocked when I heard about Professor Davies’ passing. He meant so much to me, and going back to our college town for the funeral brought everything rushing back. And then, there was Henry. My ex, the one who really hurt me, and who, ironically, was the inspiration for the role that launched my career. We tried to be friendly at the funeral, but it quickly went south. Next thing I knew, I was drugged and taken to his family’s cabin way out in the middle of nowhere. It’s like he wanted to force us to confront everything that happened between us – and finally reveal all the hidden truths from over a decade ago. It’s terrifying, but I have a feeling this weekend will change everything.

Release: July 14

The author of Mexican Gothic returns with a new story set in 1940s Mexico. It follows a con man who targets wealthy women, but his latest scheme is complicated when he meets his victim’s niece. Eager to escape her aunt’s control, the niece suggests they work together. As they team up, romantic feelings develop, making their plan more and more dangerous and threatening to unravel everything.

Release: August 4

No summer reading list is complete without a bit of a thrill! Actress Marin Keene has finally gotten her big break, but there’s a catch: she has to film on a secluded island where a group of women disappeared 100 years ago. She’s playing a role in a movie based on what happened, using the diary of one of those women as the story. Marin is already uneasy, and things get worse when people start disappearing again, just like they did a century before.

Release: August 11

Get ready to be enchanted by Cabot’s newest romance, Witches of West Harbor! Frankie, a therapist, is frustrated by the growing number of tourists drawn to her town’s reputation for witchcraft. Ash, on the other hand, is a witch whose powers are a little unpredictable. When witches start vanishing from town, Frankie and Ash must work together to solve the mystery – and maybe discover a little magic along the way.

Release: August 25

I’m so excited – Liane Moriarty is back, and this time with her very first sequel! As a huge fan of Big Little Lies, I was thrilled to jump back into the lives of Madeline, Celeste, Jane, Renata, and Bonnie. It’s been ten years, and now they’re navigating the joys (and chaos!) of raising teenagers. But things aren’t all school plays and college applications – someone is starting to dig into the past, and those old secrets they’ve been keeping? They might not stay buried. And the best part? This book is the basis for season three of Big Little Lies, so get ready for another rollercoaster of drama! I’m already bracing myself for all the feels.

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2026-05-30 13:17