Travel Reads Worth Packing: A Book List from TRI Travelers & Staff 

• Heart of the Smokies series by Chanacee Ruth-Kilgore
  Local landscapes, strong characters, and Appalachian roots. A must read for regional fiction lovers.
• I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger
  A soulful, slightly dystopian road trip with themes of survival, resistance, and the enduring power of kindness.
• John Sevier: Tennessee’s First Hero
  A historical deep dive into one of Tennessee’s earliest leaders.
• The Things We Cannot Say by Kelly Rimmer
  A powerful dual-timeline story connecting WWII to a modern-day family.
• Warrior Girl Unearthed by Angeline Boulley
  YA thriller meets Indigenous activism. A gripping, powerful story of justice, identity, and community.
• The Wife Drought by Annabel Crabb
  A smart, funny nonfiction take on gender roles and modern work-life balance.
• The Women by Kristin Hannah
  A gripping, emotional look at the Vietnam War through the eyes of a young army nurse.

• Daisy Jones & The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
  Told documentary-style, this one dives into the highs and heartbreaks of a fictional 1970s rock band.
• Home Front by Kristin Hannah
  When a mother is deployed and a family is tested, love and loyalty are pushed to their limits in this powerful, emotional read.
• The Let Them Theory by Mel & Sawyer Robbins
  A simple phrase with big impact: let them. A mindset shift for less stress and more peace.
• Nudge by Richard Thaler & Cass Sunstein
  Behavioral science that helps you understand (and improve) everyday choices.
• Queen of Sugar Hill by ReShonda Tate
  Historical fiction reimagining the life of Hattie McDaniel, capturing the glamour and challenges of 1940s Hollywood.
• The Shack by William P. Young
  After an unthinkable loss, one man’s journey to a mysterious shack leads to a life-changing encounter with faith, forgiveness, and healing.
• The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han
  A beachy YA favorite about love, growing up, and everything in between.
• Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman
  A deep dive into how we make decisions. Smart and surprisingly readable.
• This Girl by Colleen Hoover
  Emotional, romantic, and full of all the CoHo drama readers love.
• Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
  A haunting mystery wrapped in the coming-of-age story of a girl growing up wild and alone in the marshes of North Carolina.

• The Beach by Alex Garland
  A backpacker’s search for paradise leads to a hidden island… and a descent into obsession, secrets, and survival.
• Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
  A journey across Italy, India, and Bali in search of joy, meaning, and herself.
• The Great Railway Bazaar by Paul Theroux
  A travel memoir told by train, crossing Asia with wit and curiosity.
• A Year in Provence by Peter Mayle
  A charming escape to life in the French countryside, one month at a time.
• 1000 Places to See Before You Die by Patricia Schultz
  It’s in the name – your ultimate travel bucket list.

• Every Summer After by Carley Fortune
  Six summers. One second chance. All the feels.
• Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
  Dragons, danger, romance. Believe the hype.
• The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
  Wholesome, magical, and full of heart. A cozy read with a big message.
• The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
  Science, ethics, and a true story that changed medicine forever.
• The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave
  A suspenseful, quick read full of twists and family secrets.
• Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
  Funny, brilliant sci-fi from the author of The Martian.
• Verity by Colleen Hoover
  Thriller, romance, and pure chaos in the best way.

Where to Read at TRI

Flying local means you can arrive stress-free and with enough time to enjoy a few chapters before takeoff.

We recommend:

• Sipping and flipping pages at the Mountain View Lounge
• Enjoying a panoramic runway view from our observation deck
• Relaxing at your gate with your favorite book before boarding

What’s on Your Summer Reading List?

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