Summer Reads // Stay Hooked And “Booked”

Instead of turning red, turn pages instead - 5 book recommendations to keep you occupied indoors

As the summer heat in the UAE reaches its peak, finding ways to stay entertained indoors becomes essential. Venturing outside often feels like stepping into an oven, so why not escape into a different world without leaving the comfort of your air-conditioned sanctuary?

With a book in hand, you can dive into endless adventures and limitless possibilities - whether it’s falling in love with a billionaire or discovering hidden treasures on a mysterious island.

To help you make the most of your summer, here are our top 5 book recommendations to keep you captivated and cool:

PART OF YOUR WORLD BY ABBY JIMENEZ

He’s a small town boy and she’s a big city lady, need I say more? Daniel works as an inn-keeper and the mayor of his almost village-like town and Alexis is medical royalty, working as a surgeon in a big city. She passes through Daniel’s small town of Waka where she meets him at a small diner and the sparks fly! This might seem like a cliche trope but it hits every time.

CARRIE SOTO IS BACK BY TAYLOR JENKINS REID

Retired tennis player Carrie Soto is back in action to reclaim her world record exploring themes of ambition, resilience, and the cost of greatness. If you’re looking for an empowering true tale of female superiority, this is the one.

NEVER LIE BY FREIDA MCFADDEN

If you’re in the mood for a thrilling read, Freida McFadden's Never Lie won’t disappoint. The story follows a newlywed couple who, during a property viewing, uncover eerie secrets and mysteries about the home’s previous owner, who vanished years ago.

BETTER THAN THE MOVIES BY LYNN PAINTER

Relive high school with Lynn Painter’s Better Than The Movies, a playful and funny take on the "enemies to lovers" trope, where hopeless romantic Liz teams up with her charmingly infuriating neighbour Wes—only to find love where she least expects it.

Happy Reading!