Best Holiday Books 2024 for All Kinds of Bookworms

Nothing makes a holiday better than a good read that you have been looking for long. Reading an engaging novel can definitely make your holidays better, no matter what genres you are inclined to. Whether you are spending time with friends, family, or alone; having a book with you is like having a reliable companion. Whether you like romance or crime thrillers; here is a mixed bag collection of top 10 best books to read on a holiday that you should definitely try this year.

•  The Lost Lover – Karen Swan

Just like the title of the book suggests, it is a romantic story that has an ample share of adventure and emotions. Written by Karen Swan, the author has done a great job of offering readers an engaging and satisfying read. The story revolves around the central character Flora MacQueen who lives on a small Scottish Island known as St Kilda. She wants to leave and after embarking on her journey, she comes across a wealthy businessman named James Callaghan and they engage in emotive romance. However, when tragedy strikes; Flora finds herself in the greater conflict between her family and love. How does Flora make it through? Find out by reading the book.

•  More Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up - Alexandra Potter

Well, Nell is still struggling with her life, and author Alexandra Potter has come up with the second edition of his best-selling book ‘Confessions of a Forty-Something F##k Up’. The latest edition offers a greater reflection of Nell’s life which is still not going as she planned. The character is still the same and can captivate readers with her big questions that question life and deeper emotions of an adult individual. While Nell’s life continues with many uncertain events; it is time to listen to her ‘more; confessions.

•  The Greek Holiday - Maeve Haran

Well, this book is definitely meant to be read on a holiday as the story is based on it too. Four friends from the University namely Dora, Nell, Penny, and Moira embark on a Euro Trip and decide to step into an adventure on a Greek Island. Somewhere among the sun, sea, and sand; the girls were seeking more from life and their adventure. Uncalled situations and emotions arrive at many moments and while going through the thick and then, they realize that there is nothing greater than female friendship. It is truly a wholesome read for all.

•  The Kamogawa Food Detectives - Hisashi Kashiwai

Well, this book can take you to Japan as the story develops in the backstreet of Kyoto. It is about a diner named Kamogawa Diner where Koishi Kamogawa and her father work. The story is quite captivating and the book cover can definitely win the hearts of readers with an adorable cat on it. At the diner, they recreate cuisines and offer an exquisite dining experience to their customers. Deeply liked with nostalgia and other emotions; it is a story that talks about the magic of food that is made with love. Author Kashiwai has done an amazing job in crafting this book that can make your mouth watery and eyes teary. It is one of the best Holiday Books.

•  Single Bald Female – Laura Price 

It is a story about a thirty-year-old woman named Jessica Jackson who finds herself in a stable and happy situation in life. She lives in an apartment in London with her boyfriend and their cat with a perfect dose of romance. While everything goes well, Jessica suddenly finds out that she is suffering from breast cancer. While her friends settle down and move on in life, Jessica finds herself in an unsettling situation until she meets another mysterious woman with cancer named Annabel. Annabel has only a little time to live but she teaches Jessica how to live regardless of life-expectency.

•  Sharp Glass – Sarah Hilary

It is a gripping story of a woman who finds herself waking up in a room that she cannot escape. She tries to understand more about the person who captured her and knows the person; she knows that someone has to die and she is desperate to live. The chase of a cat and a mouse in a house goes on with more nail-biting sequences. Sharp Glass can definitely keep you hooked.

•  Dark Matter – Blake Crouch

You might be already familiar with this story as there is an Apple TV+ series based on this story and the cast includes Jennifer Connelly and Joel Egerton. It is a mind-bending thriller story that has the potential to envelop global readers. The story mainly revolves around the central character Jason Dessen who loses his consciousness and a block of memories after getting attacked by an anonymous person. What happens next? Those who are looking for intriguing Holiday reads should definitely go for it.

•  Exiles – Jane Harper 

Jane Harper is well known for amazing thriller works and ‘Exiles’ in one of them. This compelling story involves an investigator named Aaron Falk who is working on a case of a missing woman named Kim Gillespie. She vanished and went missing without any single trace. The case is not easy and Falk comes across many uncovered layers that depict the naked reality. Find out the truth with investigator Aaron Falk, an amazing character created by Jane Harper.

•  Darling Girls - Sally Hepworth

This story revolves around three foster sisters namely Jessica, Norah, and Alicia who have been rescued from their family tragedies. It leads to a darker tale when the sisters discover a body in their childhood home. Driven by curiosity, the sisters start their own investigations to go back to their roots. However, they face unfortunate twists in life and the constantly evolving nature of the story will make you glued to the book. It is an enjoyable read with plenty of dark humor and its justifications.

•  The Club - Ellery Lloyd

This story is based on a luxurious accommodation called Island Home; where one finds luxury in a remote island. The event mainly revolves around celebrities and readers can find beautiful people with dark hearts inside. ‘The Club’ offers an enthralling read for all kinds of bookworms.

Some of the other honorable mentions are ‘The Raging Room’, ‘All Of Us Are Broken’, ‘One of the Good Guys’, ‘The Family Experiment’, ‘Red Queen’, ‘Long Island’ and the list goes on. Stay tuned to find out more amazing books in the coming days.