Beach Read

About this book

Beach Read by Emily Henry follows January Andrews, a romance writer who has lost her belief in love, and Augustus Everett, a literary fiction author struggling with writer’s block. Living in neighboring beach houses for the summer, they strike a deal to swap genres—January will write serious fiction, while Gus will attempt a romance. As they spend time together researching and challenging each other, their initial rivalry turns into a deep connection. Both carry emotional baggage from their pasts, and through their growing bond, they begin to confront pain, rediscover hope, and redefine what love means. The novel blends humor, emotion, and heartfelt storytelling, making it both a romance and a journey of healing.