Christian Summer Reads

The summer months are a world in and of themselves. Summer’s inhabitants are happier, healthier and, in more than just the literal sense, warmer. And with longer days comes the flood of book recommendations from every direction. Summer Romances. Summer Blockbusters. Summer Top 10s. Beach Reads and exotic adventure novels.

Summer is a time for reading.

The conditions are perfect for whiling away the expansive days and wistful afternoons. Whether your suitcases are packed (and inevitably weighed down) with stacks of books, or you are (like me) remaining home, books enable you to go anywhere and everywhere. They offer more than windows to other places and lives; they are doorways to adventure and discovery - and now that the conditions for reading are just right, here are some books that are perfectly suited to the summer.

Becoming Mrs Lewis

Few books tick as many readers’ boxes as Becoming Mrs Lewis. The novel tells of the intelligent and independent New Yorker Joy Davidman whose life turns around when she meets and grow close to C.S. Lewis.

The Printed Letter Bookshop

A book for book lovers. Katherine Reay’s new novel is a sweet story of friendship and second chances that has references and nods to famous books dotted throughout.

Plugged In

Whether it's through books, music, movies, social media or any other faces of culture today, we are presented with different pieces of media that have something to say. Plugged In by Daniel Strange helps you engage thoughtfully with all of these, and use them to fuel your faith.

Richard Dawkins, C. S. Lewis and the Meaning of Life

The long summer evenings are filled with big questions - and for anyone curious but short on time, this lively and lithe book from Alister McGrath constructs an imaginary conversation that in just 80 pages tackles some meaty topics.

Phoebe

A debut novel like no other, renowned Biblical scholar and speaker Paul Gooder uses her expertise to create a vivid and moving Biblical story. A great chance to experience the past brought to life.

Not Forsaken

The gap between knowing and understanding God as the perfect father can be immense. The new book from Louie Giglio helps bridge that gap for you in a way that is both engaging and life-changing.

The Light Keeper

Sneaking in at the tail end of summer, The Light Keeper by Cole Moreton is a wonderful and life-affirming story of a unique encounter with a lighthouse keeper.

Every Tribe

For many, just hearing the words “Church History Books” fills the lungs with imaginary motes of dust and dryness. But Every Tribe is not like most history books. Told over a series of short chapters, Every Tribe explores the wide cultural diversity of the Christian Saints, and the messages those men and women brought to the world. A genuine gem.

So whether you are jet-setting or just settee-ing, these and many other books here at Eden.co.uk will help whisk you away to anywhere and everywhere.