What I Read in June 2025

What I Read in June 2025
📍 Palm Beach, Florida

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There’s something about summer reading that feels especially indulgent—in the best way. Whether it’s lounging with a beach read or stealing a few pages before bed, I find myself drawn to stories that feel immersive, character-rich, and just a little escapist. This June, I had a satisfying mix of historical fiction, biography, and family drama—all grounded in strong women navigating complicated worlds. From the Hamptons in the 1960s to high society in Newport and New York, here’s a look at everything I read this past month.

All the Summers in Between

This is the third book I’ve read from Brooke Lea Foster and I swear each one is better than the last. All the Summers in Between is a sun-soaked novel of friendship, forgiveness, and the versions of ourselves we leave behind. Set against the backdrop of the Hamptons in 1967 and 1977, the story follows two women, Margot and Thea, whose once-close bond frays under the weight of secrets. Foster’s writing beautifully captures the tension between nostalgia and growth, and the push-pull of reinvention. If you’re craving a beach read with emotional depth, this one hits all the notes.

The Churchill Sisters

For lovers of royal history and behind-the-scenes wartime intrigue, The Churchill Sisters offers a fascinating look at the lives of Winston Churchill’s daughters. Each sister had a remarkably different path, yet all were deeply shaped by the political and personal legacy of their father. The author balances meticulous research with empathy, offering a layered portrait of duty, and individuality. I appreciated how the book illuminated women often overshadowed by history’s spotlight, and gave them space to be fully seen.

The Beautiful People

Set in 1960s Palm Beach, The Beautiful People is pure vintage glamour. Centered our main character, Margo Hightower, the story brims with Slim Aarons-level atmosphere, complete with cocktails, caftans, and complicated affairs. Gable masterfully blends fact and fiction, crafting a world that feels decadent but never superficial. It’s perfect for readers who daydreams about Lilly Pulitzer and 1960s Palm Beach. Be sure to pack for your next beach reach.

The Silver Swan

The Silver Swan is part excavation, part reclamation. Doris Duke, once dubbed the “richest girl in the world”, as often been portrayed as an eccentric recluse, but Bingham gives her the thoughtful, feminist reappraisal she deserves. Through meticulous research and a deeply personal lens, the author peels back layers of myth to reveal a woman shaped by immense wealth, deep loneliness, and an ongoing search for meaning. I was struck by the melancholy that underpinned Duke’s life, as well as the complexity of her relationships with art, philanthropy, and independence.

June’s reading list was a reminder of how much I love stories that center women—flawed, ambitious, glamorous, and real. Whether in fiction or nonfiction, it’s the intimate details and inner lives that pull me in. From Doris Duke’s guarded world to the sisterhood of the Churchills, these books gave me characters and context that lingered well after the last page. I’m already lining up titles for July, but in the meantime, I’d love to hear what you’ve been reading lately—drop your favorites in the comments below.

Love from Palm Beach,
Katie

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