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The Best Summer Beach Reads and Cozy Beach Mysteries
There’s nothing better than a good book by the beach, right? Whether you’re actually soaking up the sun on a real shoreline or just daydreaming from your porch, the right summer read can whisk you away.
Beach reads are like a little vacation in book form - sunny, sweet, and often a little romantic. Cozy beach mysteries, on the other hand, bring you a seaside setting with a clever whodunit and quirky characters, without the violence or scary stuff.
For me, the perfect summer read is something light, fun, and totally hard to put down - like a breezy romance, a feel-good family story, or a mystery with just the right amount of intrigue.
If you’re heading to the shore, hanging by the pool, or just dreaming of summer, these books are perfect for your next relaxing escape.
The Summer Book Club by Susan Mallery
This feel-good read follows four women whose lives are changed by a local summer book club. Set in a coastal town, it’s filled with heart, friendship, and second chances. Think wine, sand, and sweet self-discovery.
Beach Read by Emily Henry
It’s a fan favorite for a reason. Two writers, one who pens romance and the other literary fiction, challenge each other to swap genres one summer. Witty, romantic, and full of clever banter, this is the ultimate beachside love story with brains and heart.
Summer at the Cape by RaeAnne Thayne
Looking for a story with sisters, sunsets, and a little family drama? This charming novel brings the coastal California setting to life, with warm characters and a gentle mystery that unfolds at the perfect pace.
Mystic Summer by Hannah McKinnon
A New England summer, a career in crisis, and a chance encounter with an old flame. This one’s got all the ingredients of a classic beach read.
Clammed Up by Barbara Ross
A Maine Clambake Mystery
Set in a small coastal town in Maine, this cozy mystery kicks off a fun series involving family, food, and a string of seaside murders. If you love lobster rolls and amateur detectives, this is your next read.
Crazy in Paradise by Deborah Brown
Paradise Florida Keys Mystery Series Book 1
When Madison inherits a beach house in the Florida Keys, her new life comes with more than just ocean views - like stolen cars and suspicious neighbors. Light, fast-paced, and a little sassy.
A Beach House to Die For by K.C. Ames
Mariposa Beach Cozy Mysteries Book 1
A recently divorced woman inherits a beach house in Costa Rica - only to find herself tangled in a murder mystery. It’s quirky, tropical, and full of charm.
Condos and Corpses by Angela K. Ryan
Sapphire Beach Cozy Mystery Series Book 1
Set in a sunny Florida beach town, this series features lovable characters, lighthearted plots, and just enough mystery to keep you hooked.
I hope this list helps you find your next favorite beach read. Many of the cozy mysteries are part of a series, so once you meet the characters, you get to follow their adventures through many more stories!
Now, if your idea of afternoon relaxation is a good puzzle book, then check out this collection. This author has put out a great collection of beach and holiday themed word search books - and a sudoku puzzle book just for something a little different.
So go ahead, try one or two of these books, and let your next adventure unfold one page at a time. Happy reading!
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