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From romance to thrillers: 15 books worth reading this weekend for Memorial Day.

From romance to thrillers: 15 books worth reading this weekend for Memorial Day.

From romance to thrillers: 15 books worth reading this weekend for Memorial Day.

As the Memorial Day weekend approaches, there's nothing better than enjoying a good book for relaxation and celebration. Whether you're planning a cozy day outdoors, spending time in your backyard, or getting comfortable in bed, these books will be perfect companions for the holiday. This list features 15 magnificent works that cover a wide range of genres, from captivating novels that can take your breath away to touching coming-of-age stories and thrilling thrillers—there's something here for everyone.

Reading recommendations

  • “The Problem of Paradise”Christina Lauren tells the story of Anna Green, who decided to marry Liam "West" Weston for affordable housing during her studies. After graduating from university, she thought she had signed the divorce papers and would never see him again. However, years later, when West realizes that to inherit his hundred million dollars, he needs to be married for five years, he reaches out to Anna again. Once together, they begin to understand that they never actually divorced. But their reunion becomes complicated when West introduces Anna to his parents, who are far from kind. Will he be able to secure his inheritance and maintain his relationship with the woman he loves, or will he lose her in his pursuit of wealth?
  • “Summer on Schedule”Abby Jimenez tells the story of Justin, who, according to the legend, "was cursed" with the love of being rejected. Every one of his ex-girlfriends finds her true love after their breakup, leaving him alone. But one day, another girl approaches him and says she has the same problem. They decide to start a romance just to break up later, but as events unfold, true feelings develop between them, which could lead to an unexpected relationship.
  • “Uncle abroad”Steven Rowley tells the story of Patrick O'Hara, who returns to New York to pursue his acting career but faces many new challenges, becoming single again after a breakup with Emory. His siblings, Mice and Grant, give him hope for rekindling connections as their family prepares for a new wedding. However, family dramas and romantic entanglements begin to complicate everything.
  • “Under the palms”Kairi's Road is the second part of the Kingsleys series, where she introduces readers to the intriguing conflicts within the family and the struggle for power. The family gathers for a vacation in Laguna Beach, where intrigues unfold between Richard's sons, John and Ted, as well as a new alliance with an ex-wife and a long-lost daughter. Secrets that could destroy the family join them, and the entire family has no chance of avoiding conflict.
  • “How to end a love story”Yulin Kuang is a warm and poignant story about Helen Zhang and Grant Shepard, who have passed thirteen years since the tragedy that intertwined their fates. Helen, now a successful writer, receives an invitation to adapt her novel but confronts her past, embodied in the irreplaceable Grant.
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  • “The most beautiful garden”The book "Gina L. Carroll" tells the story of Belle Fontaine, who leaves Los Angeles with the hope of becoming an artist in New York. As memories of conversations with her grandmothers return to her, the exciting journey of self-discovery and growth becomes relevant, despite her difficult family relationships. This book addresses the important theme of coming of age and finding one's place in life.
  • “Missing white woman”Kelly Garrett presents an exciting murder mystery that highlights issues of racial bias in modern society. Breanna and her boyfriend Ty were supposed to have the perfect romantic weekend, but everything changes when Breanna discovers the body of a woman everyone is searching for. She realizes that she now needs to figure out what happened in order to save herself and her partner.
  • “Real Americans”Rachel Hong has become a bestseller that prompts readers to delve into issues of race and family. Lily Chen begins her novel with her strong antagonist, Matthew, who is destined for success in the future, but now, in 2021, Nick Chen is determined to uncover his mother's secrets. This book beautifully illustrates the crossroads of fates and the choices each character makes for the sake of love.
  • “The Ministry of Time”Kalyan Brady is a novel about the meeting of modernity and the past, where a government employee lands her dream job, intertwining her fate with a commander who has moved from 1847. Their relationship develops, but the potential consequences of this union loom against a backdrop of fragile times and complex emotions, prompting her to question the future.
  • “Anna Bright is hiding something.”Suzy Orman Shnall is a gripping novel about the world of startups and media in Silicon Valley, where a billionaire woman confronts a journalist determined to uncover the truth about fraud, leading to a battle for truth and justice. This plot is perfect for fans of stories about power and scandals.
  • “The perfect couple”Ruth Ware is dedicated to Lila and Nico, who became participants in a reality show without realizing how much it would change their lives. Stranded on a deserted island, they face challenges that put their love and life values to the test. Ruth Ware crafts a gripping thriller that keeps you hooked until the very last page.
  • “Lovers and Liars”Amanda Eyre Ward is a magnificent drama about three sisters who confront secrets and betrayals in their relationships. This story explores complex family ties, crises, and conflicts, set against a backdrop of intense drama within their families.
  • California Dreams”Noah Silver touches on themes of memories about family heritage and self-identity. Elena begins to realize that her dreams for the future are losing their place in reality as she faces various challenges and issues in the field of education and with her students.
  • “Long after we are gone”Tera Shelton Harris begins with inheritance and family secrets that are tightly held against the backdrop of the struggle to preserve the very essence of the home and the lands they own. This poignant story explores the connection to the past and the challenges faced by loved ones.
  • “Shanghainese”Julie Min covers the dramatic story of the Yang family, moving through timelines and narrating their anxieties and experiences through the lens of several generations. Reading this book provides valuable insight into the depth of family relationships and truly profound understanding of human destinies.
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