Your ultimate list of vacation reads, whether you’re lounging poolside, hitting the beach, or sneaking in a chapter on the plane.
Spring Break is the perfect excuse to disconnect, relax, and get lost in a good book. Whether you’re heading to the beach, jetting off somewhere tropical, or just enjoying a staycation with sun and snacks, having the right book on hand is essential.
I’ve rounded up the best books to pack for Spring Break, from light and breezy romances to edge-of-your-seat thrillers and completely escapist fantasy reads. These are stories that will pull you in and not let go — exactly what you need for a getaway.
For the Beach: Breezy Rom-Coms & Feel-Good Reads
Because nothing pairs better with sunscreen than a lighthearted story full of heart, humor, and happy endings.
- Beach Read by Emily Henry – Two writers, one summer, and all the chemistry you could ask for.
- People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry – Best friends, missed opportunities, and a chance to reconnect.
- The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren – Enemies forced to share a tropical vacation after a wedding disaster.
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For the Plane: Page-Turning Thrillers
Make that flight fly by with a book that keeps you completely hooked.
- The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine – A psychological thriller about envy, deception, and revenge.
- The Guest List by Lucy Foley – A wedding on a remote island turns deadly.
- Behind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris – The perfect marriage… or the perfect nightmare?
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For Poolside Relaxing: Steamy Romance & Dark Romance Escapes
When you’re poolside, you need a book that’s as hot as the sun.
- Twisted Love by Ana Huang – Brother’s best friend + forbidden attraction = trouble.
- Corrupt by Penelope Douglas – Dark romance with intense chemistry and dangerous secrets.
- The Maddest Obsession by Danielle Lori – Mafia romance with a complex anti-hero and slow-burn tension.
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For Complete Escape: Fantasy & Romantasy Adventures
If your idea of a vacation is leaving reality behind entirely, these fantasy reads will sweep you away.
- The Bridge Kingdom by Danielle L. Jensen – An arranged marriage turns into dangerous, slow-burn enemies-to-lovers tension.
- Ruthless Vows by Rebecca Ross – Star-crossed lovers caught in rebellion, magic, and forbidden longing.
- The Serpent and the Wings of Night by Carissa Broadbent – Vampires, trials, and impossible love.
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Pack the Books, Don’t Forget the Snacks
Your Spring Break deserves stories that make you laugh, gasp, swoon, and escape. Whether you’re traveling light or packing a stack, these reads will keep you company wherever you go.
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