Our Favourite Holiday Reads

August 21, 2024 - Sandals Resorts - Sandals Lifestyle

Whether on the plane, reclining by the pool, or lounging on the beach, there’s nothing quite like a good book to pass the time while on holiday. Imagine stretching out in the Caribbean sun, the sea to the front of you, a cocktail to your side, and a book in your lap ready for you to get engrossed in. We’ve handpicked some of our favourite holiday reads that are sure to keep you gripped for the entirety of your Luxury Included® holiday.

• The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Why not use your holiday to read that classic that you’ve claimed to read but maybe never actually got round to? Exploring the themes of wealth, social class and love in 1920s America, there's a lot of depth to this novel. It's also rather short, making it a perfect poolside read.

• The Keeper of Lost Things, by Ruth Hogan

Sometimes all you want from your holiday read is a feel good novel, and The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan ticks this box. A book about love, friendship, and the meaning that objects and relationships hold, this charming novel is the perfect holiday read.

• Irresistible: The Rise Of Addictive Technology And The Business Of Keeping Us Hooked, by Adam Alter

Holidays are a time to switch off from the outside world, to forget about social media, to log out of your work email and instead take the time to relax. This book from Adam Alter takes a look at just why we’ve become so addicted to technology and the effects this has on us. You might even find yourself changing your own tech habits after finishing this book.

• Gone Girl, by Gillian Flynn

There’s nothing quite like a thrilling mystery to keep you hooked, and whether or not you’ve seen the film, Gone Girl is a true page turner from start to finish. Following the mysterious disappearance of Amy Dunne in a whodunit plot unlike any other, Gone Girl is one of those books that you just can’t put down.

• Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind, by Yuval Noah Harari

If you’re fonder of non-fiction, Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari should be at the top of your reading list. This book delves into the history of humankind, looking at how and why we have evolved and predicts the direction we might take in the future. A great way to learn something new while on holiday.

• A Song of Ice and Fire, by George R.R Martin

Whether you’re a fan of the TV show getting a whole lot of attention right now A Game of Thrones or are completely new to it and want to see what all the fuss is about, your holiday is the perfect time to catch up on the show that everyone is talking about at the moment in book form.

So there you have it, a selection of books that are sure to keep you entertained for the duration of your holiday, just make sure you don’t find yourself so engrossed that you forget to make the most of your Sandals resort!