Secrets. Scandal. Expensive wine. Bad decisions in beautiful places.
If you’re still obsessing over the tension, satire, and slow-motion chaos of The White Lotus, these books are calling your name. From tropical thrillers to rich-people-problems-gone-wrong, this list is packed with sun, lies, and the kind of drama you can’t look away from. Whether you’re here for the social commentary or just love a good slow burn with a shocking twist, these reads deliver.
Bad Tourists by Caro Carver
Two couples. One yacht. A dream vacation that turns into a nightmare. Think betrayal, blurred lines, and a creeping sense of dread. Perfect for fans of morally gray characters and “who’s playing who?” energy.
The Beach by Alex Garland
Backpacker utopia gone feral. This cult classic takes paradise and rips it apart. Ideal for anyone who likes their thrillers soaked in existential crisis and saltwater.
The Pink Hotel by Liska Jacobs
A surreal summer unfolds at a luxury LA hotel as the city burns outside. Glamorous, sharp, and emotionally off-kilter, this one captures the glossy nihilism of privilege in freefall.
The Resort by Sara Ochs
Welcome to a luxury resort with a sinister past and guests with secrets of their own. What starts as escapism turns into a tightly wound thriller with a twist you won’t see coming.
The Club by Ellery Lloyd
A members-only island retreat for the ultra-rich where egos clash and bodies drop. Slick, fast-paced, and dripping in class commentary—this is The White Lotus with even more celebrity drama.
The Guest List by Lucy Foley
An exclusive wedding on a remote island with plenty of unresolved tension and a murder to top it all off. Everyone’s a suspect, and everyone has a motive.
Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum
A Hamptons playground for the wealthy becomes the stage for gossip, affairs, and murder. Juicy, sharp, and wickedly fun.
One of the Girls by Lucy Clarke
A girls’ getaway to a Greek island turns sour as secrets come to light and friendships crack. Think high-stakes vacation drama with a deadly twist.
Reckless Girls by Rachel Hawkins
Strangers. A remote island. A past that won’t stay buried. Beautifully tense with a slow build that explodes into chaos.
Final Thoughts
The next best thing to checking into the White Lotus? Escaping into a book that feels just as intoxicating, dangerous, and sun-drenched. Whether you’re here for the satire, the scandal, or the suspense—these books deliver.
