Book Riot | 28.08.2026 17:05
We’re wrapping up summer reading season, so let’s take a look at the books that have been making the rounds in beach bags and airport lounges in August. One thing missing from this list is a summer romance novel. Although there were some that popped up in the bestseller lists and most read on Goodreads lists temporarily, we didn’t have a breakout title this season, which is a shame. Instead, the top five is made up of thrillers and popular book club picks.
