Five beach reads that make you think

With summer now in full swing, finding the perfect beach read can feel like just another thing on the to-do list. It should be lighthearted, readable, and, ideally, make you look good on social media. Rather than reaching for the latest Colleen Hoover or that biography you keep meaning to read, consider one of the following books, which are just as good of an escape from the daily doldrums.

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