Brilliant Books to Read in August / Seasonal Reading Guide / A Late Summer Book List

[@jessie4954]

Excellent video - get well soon Miranda

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Jessie for your support! Happily we're feeling much better now!

[@TheManseHen]

That wallpaper couldn't be more gorgeous. If memory serves it is handpainted.

[@novelideea]

I always enjoy your recommendations videos. Thank you for taking the time to do them.

[@MirandaMills]

You're so welcome. I'm very happy you've find them helpful!

[@siobahn2011]

¡Gracias!

[@MirandaMills]

Your support is so much appreciated, Siobahn! Thank you very much indeed!

[@giuliofish]

Glad you're feeling better.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you!

[@EricKarlAnderson]

Handheld Press are great! I’ve been meaning to read Maud Martha and you’ve made me so curious about The Owl Service.

[@MirandaMills]

Maud Martha is a beautifully poetic read, and I hope you pick up The Owl Service sometime. It's such a memorable book!! xxx

[@TheManseHen]

The girls of friars rise sounds delightful. I hope they'll bring it out for republication!

[@angelavincent1681]

I picked up A Sultry Month earlier in the summer. I have loved reading through it as temperatures have soared in London. As you say, it really brings that period of time to life. The descriptions of the stifling heat are wonderful.

[@MirandaMills]

Yes, such a great read, and a very appropriate one for a summer heatwave! 📚🌞

[@staroliva6502]

Dear Miranda so happy to hear that you and your Mum are feeling so much better. Currently reading Father, August book club read. I actually order A sultry Month but won’t be receiving it until Aug 31st.

[@MirandaMills]

Enjoy your reads, Star Oliva and at least you'll get A Sultry Month ready to start in September!

[@gramarye_cottage]

That cottagecore book sounds delightful ♥️

[@PokhrajRoy.]

I’ve really missed your channel and I’m so happy to hear that your mother and you are feeling better.

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much!

[@omamabenchelli9563]

Thank goodness your doing Okey . That's exactly what I was thinking these passing days while rewatching your other vedios that you don't have a late summer book recommendation for us I love all your book recommendations but I was disappointed in dear miss bird end I thought that it was rushed I hoped more from it , I figured that probably there will be a sequel but never the less I don't know I wanted more than that again hope you both get better cheerio

[@siobahn2011]

Thank you for the lovely recommendations Miranda! I take note of every book you recommend and long for more free time for reading all of them. I am actually enjoying Father. It is fantastic!!! I am waiting for the Confort Book Club discussion. Kind regards. 😊

[@MirandaMills]

I'm so happy you've been enjoying the recommendations, and Father, Siobahn! Thanks so much!

[@lindakelly7430]

So glad to hear you are both feeling better. Some great recommendations and a fabulous dress!

[@bethanyjohnson5598]

Best wishes for good health to you and your mom. My mother introduced me to Rumer Godden several years ago. I loved The Greengage Summer. The young girl was so relatable. I enjoy your channel, watching from Tennessee in the US.

[@MirandaMills]

That's lovely to hear! Thanks so much, Bethany!

[@IsabellaMassardo]

I loved The Feast, that was quite a discovery for me! Now I am going to follow your advice and read Maud Martha and Father. Thank you for all the wonderful book recommendations!

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much, Isabella. I'm very happy you found the recommendations appealed!

[@Michelle-hu4gn]

So happy you are back ❤️. I hope you continue to recover and that you are feeling full of vitality very soon, sending very best wishes xxx

[@MirandaMills]

That's so kind! Thanks so much, Michelle! xxx

[@neellustrations]

Hey Miranda so glad you are doing better, I always look forward to your seasonal recommendations videos :)

[@chbronte582]

Thank you for this series of monthly reading recommendations, I have loved them. Today I take note of The Caravaners (I love von Arnim) and A Sultry Moth. I'm glad you're both feeling better xxx

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much for your kind support! It's so much appreciated, and I really loved The Caravaners so hope as a fellow von Arnim fan, you will too! Have a lovely Sunday! xxx

[@sarajefferies4753]

Enjoy the rest of the summer Miranda!

[@MirandaMills]

You too, Sara! xxx

[@suenicholls5446]

😀💕xx thanks Miranda for some lovely choices. My library purchased a copy of father for me and I recently collected it so shall read it very soon.

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much for your comment, Sue! So happy you're reading Father along with the CBC xxx

[@pamelapoet9]

Maud Martha sounds gorgeous. I had no idea Gwendolyn Brooks wrote a novel. I can't wait to read it. I'm also hoping to get to Greengage before the seasons change. The Feast, China Court and The Owl Service are reads that continue to linger long after the last page. I adored them. As usual, everything here is tantalizing. Thank you! I'm glad you and your mum are making the most of your London getaway!

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you as always for your very kind support and comment, Pamela! The Brooks is such a poetic, impactful read I'm sure you'd enjoy it. Yes, we're having a lovely time!

[@Lynn_Ann_Jackson]

A Sultry Summer and China Court would be my first choices from your recommendations. Father is waiting in the wings for me to start and finish by the 31st, in time for the Comfort Book Club. So delighted to see a video from you this week, given all you have been through, and so glad you and your Mum are better and enjoying London (great snapshots of your time there on Instagram)! Please stay safe and well!!❤️❤️

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much, Lynn Ann. It's lovely to feel so much more myself again, and we're having a lovely time in London.

[@lomazowr1]

Thanks to your suggestion I ordered a Sultry Month.Glad you are feeling better you look great.💕

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Rhonda! Such a fascinating read - do hope you'll enjoy it too!

[@theesilverghost]

What a delight to see a new video from you! I was not certain that you would be up to filming much, and i am glad to hear that you and your mum are feeling better. I am still working my way through your monthly seasonal recommendations, and I fear that i haven't enough time, eyes, or ears to tackle my growing TBR list! I am looking forward to the CBC discussion later this month.

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Gina Marie!

[@debkuppusamy7912]

Happy to know you and your mum are getting better. Have very much enjoyed your monthly recommendations. Thank you

[@MirandaMills]

You're very welcome, Deb! Thank you for your comment.

[@glendaslanina9939]

Hello Miranda..I’m so happy that you and your mum are feeling better and enjoying London (IG). I’m currently enjoying reading Father and looking forward to the discussion. Since I do like Elizabeth von Arnim’s writing style, I think I will read The Caravaners next. Thank you for the recommendations 🌸 By the way, that is a beautiful vase.💜

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Glenda! I hope you enjoy The Caravaners too. It’s a vintage Laura Ashley/Quentin Bell design: a real favourite of mine.

[@helencheckley7536]

I’m so glad Miranda. You and your mum are recovering from covid. Me and my husband had covid a couple of weeks ago. It makes you feel run down. A great selection of books you have . Enjoy your reading

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Helen! I do hope you both are recovering well too. Happy reading!

[@sally-t5s]

Always adore your book recommendations, Miranda. I've just finished China Court and watched last year's book club on it. The way Rumer Godden gently nudged time forwards and backwards whilst still progressing her story was spellbinding. I loved every page. I definitely intend to make that luscious sounding velvet cream that you and your Mum managed to refine. I have a soft spot for The Owl Service as Alan Garner grew up in the same small Cheshire village, Alderley Edge, as my father. The Weirdstone of Brisingaman is also a particularly exciting adventure. I'm going to try and fit in a few more summery reads in the weeks we have before autumn. The Swiss Summer by Stella Gibbons and Greengage Summer by Rumer Godden are at the top of my list.

[@MirandaMills]

So happy you enjoyed the recommendations, Sally. Thanks so much for your kind comment. I have seen Alan Garner's autobiography/memoir, but haven't had a good look at it yet, but imagine he discusses his childhood and Alderley Edge in it. I have an old copy of The Weirdstone of Brisingaman, I copy, and am tempted to dig that one out too. I really enjoyed the Stella Gibbons and the Rumer Godden. Enjoy your August reads!

[@idabustamante7081]

Hello Miranda glad to hear you and your mom are feeling much better . . tfs your summer list I am so ready for autumn/fall weather and reading have a great day and weekend ahead take care ❤️🙋‍♀️🌺🌻🦋💐

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Ida! You too!

[@lorettatawney6307]

Just discovered your channel. I love your recommendations and visits to bookshops, and your Mother! My favs are mysteries (Agatha Christie since age 12) Rosamunde pilcher , Wodehouse but also have learned about so many more! Thankyou from the US (Orig from Long Island). Happy Fedtive Holiday season❤️

[@nancyfritz1827]

Thank you Miranda for this year of monthly and seasonal reads. I have my September books stacked up and ready - "The Lark", "The Fortnight in September" and "Marking Time" (although I must admit I became impatient and have started reading it this week). I loved "Father" and am very much looking forward to this month's bookclub. It was a brilliant read. All of the August books you spoke of are enticing me, "Maud Martha" in particular. As you described it, I was reminded of my favorite phrase, "The Magic of Ordinary Days" (which is sort of my motto to live by). I am so glad to see you (and your Mom) are well and hope your trip to London is fabulous - enjoyed your instagram post from "The Garden Museum".

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Nancy for your kind words! All favourites of mine in your Seotember list. The Garden Museum afternoon was so much fun - glad you enjoyed my photos on Instagram too.

[@muhlenstedt]

Thanks!

[@MirandaMills]

Your generosity is always so appreciated! Thanks so much for your kind support!

[@GinaHouse]

Wonderful recommendations, Miranda. I read both of the Rumer Godden books because of your recommendation and really liked them both. I loved The Feast so much! As soon as I finished it, I wanted to re-read it right away. It reminded me a bit of the tv series, Seaside Hotel. Thank you for sharing these August books 🥰❤☀

[@MirandaMills]

That's great, Gina! Yes, The Feast is such a page turner!

[@HeathersIllustratedClassics]

Hi Miranda! What a nice surprise! Firstly, I must say that dress is stunning! I love that shade of green! The Greengage Summer and The Owl Service have piqued my interest the most, but all of the recommendations sound so lovely! I will read Spellstoppers to my son...it sounds perfect for him! I am really enjoying Father and looking forward to the discussion. Very happy to hear that you both are very much recovered! Thank you for the wonderful video!🌹

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much for your comment and your kind words! The Rumer Godden and Alan Garner are such favourites of mine: can't recommend them highly enough! Hope you're having a lovely Sunday.

[@asan1050]

Thanks Miranda Mills

[@faithwentworth7906]

Very happy you and Donna are feeling better! I love this series and now have enough seasonal recommendations to last me a while. Enjoy your holiday!!

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Faith! We are loving being on holiday. It's a lovely way to recuperate!

[@maggie6512]

I havn't read any of Rumer Godden's but was aware you had mentioned her in the past. I have just recently picked up Black Narcissus, (yes, swayed by the beautiful Virago hardback edition!) so whilst it may not be a book perfect for August, I hope it still introduces me to Godden's work. Thank you for a lovely video, as always.

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Maggie. That is a lovely Virago edition of Black Narcissus!

[@marthajumartins]

What a lovely surprise !!! I'm glad to know you and Donna are getting better. Thank you again for all those great recommendations. :-))

[@MirandaMills]

You're so welcome! I'm so glad you enjoyed the recommendations!

[@monikamarsollek3493]

Hi, Miranda, thank you for sharing so many inviting reading recommendations! Good to hear, you and your mum are feeling better. As a German I thought, I really have read all from Elisabeth von Arnim, but no… The Caravaners I’ve never heard of, I’ve to do some research about the German title. Spellstoppers sounds interesting for a young family child, who (unbelievable) don’t like to read except comics… And the last one is attracting me, I've enjoyed this kind of stories about living on the country side very much and reread my books from time to time. Time to read! Love, Monika❣

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much, Monika! I hope you're able to find a German edition of The Caravaners, and yes Spellstoppers would be just the sort of book to tempt a resistant reader.

[@monikamarsollek3493]

@@MirandaMills Thank you, Miranda, I found out, it’s called 'Die Reisegesellschaft' (means 'the travel company'), I ordered it as e book for my kindle App and it’s SO funny…we were on camping vacations in Scandinavia since 1980 and I often tried to convince people, that their romantic visions from our holidays (guitar play and campfire in the evenings…)are SOMETIMES true… but not always. You probably can imagine, how amused I am😂, thank you so much! Education of men has fortunately made progress… unfortunately Spellstoppers is so far not translated into German, that’s a pity.

[@jennifermiller6059]

I’m so glad you and your mom are well in the road to recovery! I have both The Feast and The Greengage Summer in my pile to read this month. So many of the others you mentioned sound fantastic as well. I am making some pages in my reading journal with monthly TBR’s and many of your recommendations are on there! Thank you for all these seasonal videos…I have so loved this series. 😊

[@MirandaMills]

That's very kind, Jennifer! I'm so happy to have completed a year's worth of suggested monthly reads now. I loved both The Feast and The Greengage Summer as you know and hope you'll enjoy them as much as I did.

[@carosbookcase]

I'm so happy to hear that you and your mum are on the mend! I re-read China Court recently and enjoyed it just as much the second time around. Perhaps more. I'm looking forward to reading A Fugue in Time soon and I'll have to add Greengage Summer to the list. Thank you for all of the recommendations. I know I'm in safe hands when I pick up a Miranda recommended read.

[@MirandaMills]

I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for your lovely comment xxx

[@sandyokey7728]

Welcome back, Miranda and I’m so glad you and Donna are feeling better. I’ve been enjoying your pictures on Instagram and I’m glad you’re both able to enjoy some time away. I haven’t been able to get a copy of Father but I just finished next month’s CCBC selection. I won’t say anything further other than I loved it💕 your dress and the table setting and books are all so gorgeous. And now for the books. Safe to say I’ve added most of them to my wish list. The ones I didn’t add I’ve already read, mostly with thanks to you.

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much for these kind words, Sandy. I love that shade of green so am really pleased with the dress. Very happy you loved The Lark!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Also, how cool is it that you have a video for every occasion? Awesome!

[@emmavd]

Thank you, Miranda!🌷I’m so happy to hear that you and Donna are feeling much better and are now enjoying a well-deserved holiday. I also wanted to let you know that a couple of weeks ago I read The Feast. I loved the way you talked about it a while ago, and you are right, it is an excellent holiday read. I was so engrossed in the story that I found it difficult not to check the final chapter to know which characters would survive! It’s a book that clearly shows that parenthood is not for everyone… Maud Martha had already been brought to my attention, but after listening to your reading of the beginning, I don’t think I’ll be able to wait until next summer to read it…😊📚

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Emma for your kind comments! Very glad to hear that The Feast was a page turner and much enjoyed by you as well, and thank you too for letting me know my reading of the beginning moved Maud Martha up on your TBR pile.

[@asteroefstathiou5407]

The caravaners sounds very nice

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you! I really enjoyed it!

[@gretchen6475]

Hi Miranda! So glad to see you back and feeling well. I really like the sound of China Court and Greengage Summer. I would also love to read The Feast. Hope you have a lovely weekend!

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Gretchen! You too!

[@debrablack5173]

Hello Miranda, I have been currently reading a number of your book recommendations. I have often wondered if you have ever talked about the glorious painting on the wall or is it wall paper? It is very special. I think it's in your bedroom. I feel sure that it might have been a strong reason why you moved into your house. So beautiful.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you, Debra!

[@sarajefferies4753]

Thanks

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your generous support, Sara! It really means so much to me, and I'm very appreciative of your kindness!

[@jasonlow8029]

Hello Miranda, so glad to hear that you and Donna are feeling better, and it is always fab to catch up with you and the montly book recommendations. I had my kaweco and note pad on the ready and will look out for Maud Martha and The Owl Service. The Elizabeth Harbour mantle pieces on the bookshelf are lovely (just ordered mine too, after you mentioned them). As always, best regards, Jason

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Jason! The new Elizabeth Harbour pieces are just gorgeous, so happy they took your eye too! I think those two are such special books, and The Owl Service is one I feel to be under appreciated so hope you'll enjoy them as much as I do.

[@elizabethbrink3761]

I'm so glad you and your mom are on the recovering side of covid, Miranda! I loved China Court last year and hope to re-read it soon. Maud Martha sounds particularly good to me, as does A Sultry Month (which it has certainly been here in the PNW!).

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much, Elizabeth! Those two are such interesting reads. We’ve had that sort of weather here too. I must admit I’m ready for some cool and crisp autumn days!

[@elizabethbrink3761]

@@MirandaMills Me too!

[@martinweir2027]

Hi Miranda, I just started The Caravaners (Kindle Version) and so far am loving it. Thank you so much for recommending it. Elizabeth V. Arnim is a genius and very underrated.

[@MirandaMills]

I love her books! It's wonderful they're so much easier to find now with new kindle and reprint versions.

[@marjoriebd3326]

Gorgeous suggestions, as always. I can't wait to try some of these!

[@MirandaMills]

Happy reading, Marjorie! And thank you!

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Your recommendations are fab as always! ‘The Caravaners’ seems darkly comic.

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you!

[@maryloper7275]

I’ve enjoyed this series so much! I’m reading Square Haunting now (at your recommendation 🙂) and will order A Sultry Month next.

[@MirandaMills]

Wonderful! That makes me very happy to read. Two books I've loved!

[@karenwhite2601]

I love The Girls of Friar's Rise - coincidentally I am rereading all my Gwendoline Courtney titles at the moment. Maud Martha and Spellstoppers appeal to me too.

[@MirandaMills]

That's lovely to hear, Karen! Enjoy your GC rereads - they're such lovely books.

[@martinweir2027]

Miranda, I know you love poetry. I would love to learn how to get into poetry and learn to love it as well. Any chance of you doing some videos on poetry and giving some tips on how to enjoy it more? Thanks.

[@aekorfker]

I was hoping you were on holiday, I hope you and your mum didn’t miss out on your plans! I’m happy you are both feeling better 🌸 I read the feast this month and loved it so much that I bought a paper copy (I had it on Kindle) for my home library😊 A question:you once recommended a book of an artist going through the Second World War (In London I think) do you remember which book you were talking about by any chance 🙈?

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much! I’m really glad you enjoyed The Feast. I think the book you mean is A Chelsea Concerto by Frances Faviell, which coincidentally I mention in next week’s video (filmed well in advance as I am indeed in London now!). Xxx

[@aekorfker]

@@MirandaMills Thank you so much that’s the one! I’m looking forward to the video, such a funny coincidence 😄 I’m so glad you got to go away and hope you will have a great time🤗

[@kuhelide6488]

Thanks

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so much for your support! It’s always very much appreciated ❤️📚

[@annproudley8526]

Thanks!

[@MirandaMills]

Thanks so very much for your generosity, Ann. I really appreciate your support!

[@cathyspratling4254]

Thanks!

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your support, Cathy! It's so kind of you, and your kindness means a lot!

[@cathyspratling4254]

@@MirandaMills your welcome! From your recommendations, I purchased The Feast & Im halfway through Father by Elizabeth Von Arnim. I had no idea she was an Australian xx

[@allsortsMichele]

Thanks!

[@MirandaMills]

Huge thanks for your generous support! It is so much appreciated! Enjoy your Sunday!

[@allsortsMichele]

@@MirandaMills you’re most welcome 🌺

[@susanfisher4344]

Thanks!

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your support! It is much appreciated! xxx

[@heatherkitteringham6311]

Thanks!

[@MirandaMills]

Thank you so much for your lovely support! xxx