Tuesday Thoughts : 5 books to carry on your summer vacation

Bookworms rarely need an excuse to cosy up with a book and immerse themselves into a whole other universe. However, for those of us who are not heavy readers and enjoy the occasional read while tanning on the beach or before dozing off at night, there are some delightful books that you need to add to your collection, right away! 

Whether you enjoy fiction or non-fiction, there are hundreds of books and endless stories that will broaden your mind and transport you into a magical land, you'd never want to come out of.

This summer, put your phones and gadgets aside for a while and indulge in some promiscuous reading. To help you out, here are 8 books that you can choose to start with...

1. All stories are love stories by Elizabeth Percer 

This novel talks about the power and uncontrollable forces of love and nature. It revolves around 3 peoples lives who come together after 2 consecutive earthquakes that take place in San Francisco. Amidst the chaos, they discover truths about love and life which changes them forever. 

2. Boy Erased by Garrard Conley

A courageous exploration of sexuality and coming off age, Garrard Conley's story talks about his struggles with his sexual preference, especially because he was the son of a pastor. The book takes us through his journey of self acceptance and over coming the shame and 'taboo' that came his way. 

3. The Girls in the Garden by Lisa Jewell 

A young girl finds her 13-year-old sister unconscious and hidden in a far off corner of a communal garden. The incident sparks off major controversy in the London neighborhood and investigation soon begins, ultimately revealing shocking secrets and betrayals. If you enjoy a little mystery, this is ideal!

4. The Sunlit Night by Rebecca Dinerstein 

An unusual romance between a young girl named Frances escapes to an isolated artist's colony in Norway, where she has the pleasure of meeting Yasha. The two hit it off and find a friendship and solace in one another that feels quite like home. Funny, heart warming and beautiful! 

5. My Mrs. Brown by William Norwich 

The plot is about Emilia Brown, an elderly woman who has never who is a light hearted woman, never taking anything too seriously. However, that changes once she spots an Oscar de la Renta dress and it's love at first sight. Motivated by a deep secret, she sets out on a jounery to travel to New York City, only to purchase the dress.