Discover your ideal summer reads with recommendations from our local team. Whether you love fiction or non-fiction, find the perfect book to enjoy in a hammock, on the grass, or by the beach.

You will find these books, along with all the latest releases and more at David Jones, Dymocks, Harry Hartog, Myer and Kmart.

For those who love a best seller

Atonement by Ian McEwan

"This book really surprised me and gave me all the feels. It came to me as a recommendation, and I thoroughly enjoyed! It's a true romance novel with an ending that will stay with you after the pages have closed." Allison - Marketing Executive.

The Flowers of Alice Hart by Holly Ringland

"Alice Hart finds her life changing dramatically when her parents die in a mysterious fire and she is sent to live with her grandmother on a flower farm." Maria - Service Attendant.

For those who a thriller

For enthusiasts of contemporary fiction seeking a thrilling experience, these two novels offer suspenseful narratives and compelling plots.

Simply Lies by David Baldacci

“Crime fiction thriller based on a single mum balancing life/kids with work as a detective for a global investigation company.” Tim – Facilities Manager.

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

“It’s honestly the most jaw dropping story line I’ve read in years, I re-read the same two chapters twice just to make sure I read the plot twist correctly ” Miya – Facilities Co-ordinator

Popular reads you may have missed

Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeymoon

This is a touching story of the power of friendship and of being yourself. All of us have felt alone at some point in our lives, Eleanor’s story serves as a reminder that we are a lot more alike than we realise. A bit of kindness can go such a long way, friendship can truly be life saving. Bianca - Marketing Manager

It Ends with Us by Coleen Hoover

This book will make you fall in love, rip your heart out and force you to reconsider your preconceived ideas about abuse. This is the most moving book, it was absolutely addicting, but so difficult at times. Grace - Marketing Assistant

Books for kids of all ages

Oh, the Places You'll Go by Dr Suess

"I received it as a gift from my dad before I lived overseas, and even now in my mid-twenties I keep it close by. Reminds me of the beautiful world we live in and all the amazing possibilities out there." Lachlan - Services Supervisor.

For more recommendations

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