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The best holiday reads

The best holiday reads

Looking for your next holiday read? We've rounded up the best page-turners set in top European holiday destinations – because there's nothing better than looking up from your book and seeing the story's setting in real life.

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9 beach reads set in Italy
From chilling thrillers to sun-soaked rom-coms, here is our list of the best books set in Italy.
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9 holiday reads set in Greece
Whether you’re in the mood for a summer romance, a murder mystery or a retelling of an Ancient Greek myth, these are our favourite books set in Greece.
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9 of the best books set in Spain
Whether you’re packing your bags for a Spanish getaway or simply seeking a literary escape, we’ve got just the book for you.

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