The allure of the summer reading list! Here are the top 10 books on Amazon that are perfect for a summer read, in no particular order:
1. "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah (Historical Fiction, 4.6/5) – A heart-wrenching novel about two sisters in France during World War II.
2. "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides (Psychological Thriller, 4.5/5) – A gripping mystery about a famous painter who is accused of murdering her husband and refuses to speak.
3. "The 7 1/2 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey (Self-Improvement, 4.6/5) – A classic self-help book with practical advice for personal and professional growth.
4. "The Power" by Naomi Alderman (Science Fiction, 4.4/5) – A thought-provoking novel that explores a world where women suddenly develop the power to electrify the world.
5. "The Nickel Boys" by Colson Whitehead (Historical Fiction, 4.5/5) – A powerful and emotional novel about two young boys at a reform school in the 1960s.
6. "The Stranger Diaries" by Elly Griffiths (Mystery, 4.4/5) – A modern take on the Sherlock Holmes story, with a female detective investigating a murder at a boarding school.
7. "The Wisdom of Trees: How and Why Big Trees Flourish" by Colin Tudge (Science, 4.5/5) – A fascinating book about the science behind the intricate relationships between trees and their ecosystems.
8. "Educated" by Tara Westover (Memoir, 4.6/5) – A remarkable memoir about a young woman’s journey to self-discovery, raised in a survivalist family in rural Idaho.
9. "The Library of the Dead" by T.L. Huchu (Fantasy, 4.4/5) – A captivating novel that combines elements of crime fiction, fantasy, and historical fiction in a thrilling mystery.
10. "The Undocumented Americans" by Karla Cornejo Villa (Non-Fiction, 4.5/5) – A moving collection of stories about the lives of undocumented immigrants in the United States.
These books have been consistently well-received by readers and critics alike, and are sure to provide plenty of inspiration for your summer reading list. Happy reading!
Source: Amazon Best Sellers and Customer Reviews (March 2023)
Please note that book rankings may change over time, but these books are currently highly rated and popular among readers.