My top 10 beach reads

Gone With The Wind - Margaret Mitchell
I re-read this all-time classic every couple of years. Scarlet O'Hara has to be one of the best fictional heroines ever and I never get tired of the story.
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Married Lovers - Jackie Collins
Another fast dose of Hollywood shenanigans, all wrapped around the secrets and love life of a personal trainer to the stars. Fluffy and forgettable, but damn good fun.
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Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend - Jenny Colgan
Another sparkler from Jen about a girl who loses all her wealth. Well observed and witty, it's guaranteed to beat the recession blues and make you think about your priorities.
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Swimsuit - James Patterson
A beautiful supermodel disappears on a swimsuit photoshoot in Hawaii. Having co-written with my husband, Emlyn Rees (as Josie Lloyd) for the last decade, I'm interested in how Patterson works with Maxine Paetro here.
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The Road - Cormac McCarthy
Simply the most moving book I've ever read. I'm evangelistic about it and will take it on holiday to re-read again and to lend it out to others. It'll certainly make me appreciate whichever beach I'm on.
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