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Reese Witherspoon's book club choices: Best books Reese Witherspoon recommends
Read these books before the Hollywood star brings them to our screens like Big Little Lies...
If you were hooked on last year's Big Little Lies, then you'll probably know Reese Witherspoon has an eye for a good story.
As well as starring in the critically acclaimed HBO series, the Hollywood actress was also an executive producer of the hit show, adapted from Liane Moriarty's 2014 novel of the same name.
And that wasn't the first time Reese helped translate a bestseller for the screen. She launched her own production company, Pacific Standard, back in 2012, which has created a whole host of hit adaptations, including Gone Girl and the 2014 film Wild, based on Cheryl Strayed's memoir.
Next, through her new media company, Hello Sunshine, Reese is set to executive produce an adaptation of Celeste Ng's Little Fires Everywhere, alongside Scandal scar Kerry Washington. Our advice? You'll definitely want to pick up Ng's 2017 bestseller before the series comes out!
So, yep, it's safe to say that we definitely respect Reese's opinion when it comes to a good read! And we're not alone either: through her online community, Reese's Book Club x Hello Sunshine, millions of us follow the A-lister's book recommendations every single month. Here, we run through all of the books (both fiction and non-fiction) that Reese has suggested recently – so if you're on the hunt for a good summer read, then look no further.
You Think It, I'll Say It by Curtis Sittenfeld
What does Reese say? "I really loved all the characters in this book. They’re so complex and interesting, and in every story, you’ll find them going through these pivotal moments in their lives. Oh, and my company Hello Sunshine is developing a TV series based on this collection of short stories."
BUY NOW RRP: £16.99, Amazon
Happiness: The Crooked Little Road to Semi-Ever After by Heather Harpham
What does Reese say? "Happiness by Heather Harpham is a beautiful memoir that follows Heather’s story as she gives birth to a baby girl, Gracie, whose health – and life – are at stake. Heather reconnects with Gracie’s father as their daughter fights for her life, and the harrowing events that follow will have you up all night, reading to find out what happens next. There’s heartbreak, joy, and lots of love – I won’t give it away, but trust me: have your tissues ready. I really loved this memoir, and I know you will too!"
BUY NOW RRP: £14.99, Amazon
Erotic Stories For Punjabi Widows by Balli Kaur Jaswal
What does Reese say? "Erotic Stories For Punjabi Widows has something for everyone: romance, a murder mystery and family drama. The story follows Nikki, a young British-Punjabi woman who’s struggling to find her place in the world. When she starts teaching a writing class to older women in a community she once distanced herself from, she finds herself in the most unexpected of scandals. Get ready, book club – there are so many thrilling twists and turns, and you won’t be able to get enough of these characters."
BUY NOW RRP: £8.99, Amazon
The Light We Lost by Jill Santopolo
What does Reese say? "The Light We Lost is a page-turning love story that spans decades and continents as two lovers try to return to each other. This book kept me up all night, turning the pages to find out. Can’t tell you the ending but definitely have tissues close by! I loved it!"
BUY NOW RRP: £7.99, Amazon
Braving The Wilderness by Brené Brown
What does Reese say? "It really made me stop and think about the important things in life: i.e. having the courage to be confident in your decisions, the importance of connecting with others, as well as being thoughtful and open to having conversations with those who may have different opinions than you."
BUY NOW RRP: £12.99, Amazon
The Last Mrs Parrish by Liv Constantine
What does Reese say? "It’s a psychological thriller about a woman who conceives a plan to manipulate her way into the life of a married couple. Filled with envy, deception, and power, it’s a great reading escape. And there is a thrilling twist at the end!"
BUY NOW RRP: £7.99, Amazon
This Is the Story of a Happy Marriage by Ann Patchett
What does Reese say? "A collection of essays that explores what it means to have friends, fall in love, struggle and succeed. Reading this book is like talking to one of your best friends. I think you’ll enjoy it!"
BUY NOW RRP: £9.99, Amazon
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
What does Reese say? "To say I love this book is an understatement. It’s a deep psychological mystery about the power of motherhood, the intensity of teenage love, and the danger of perfection. It moved me to tears."
BUY NOW RRP: £7.99, Amazon
The Lying Game by Ruth Ware
What does Reese say? "Can you imagine something you did as a teenager coming back to haunt you 17 years later? That's the journey The Lying Game takes you on. Four friends from high school bound together by a dark secret get pulled back together with one cryptic text. Will someone find out the truth? Will one of the women break the pact? So many questions... Until the very last page! Needless to say, I could not put this book down."
BUY NOW RRP: £7.99, Amazon
The Alice Network by Kate Quinn
What does Reese say? "I think you’ll really enjoy this exciting and fast-paced story about a pregnant American socialite who teams up with a female ex-spy and a hot-tempered young soldier in the aftermath of WWII. A story of courage and redemption."
BUY NOW RRP: £9.99, Amazon
Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
What does Reese say? "Beautifully written and incredibly funny, Eleanor Oliphant by Gail Honeyman is about the importance of friendship and human connection. I fell in LOVE with Eleanor, an eccentric and regimented loner whose life beautifully unfolds after a chance encounter with a stranger; I think you will fall in love too!"
BUY NOW RRP: £8,99, Amazon
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