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readsSummer is finally here! Whether you find yourself in East Hampton, Tuscany, Nantucket or even in the quiet of your own backyard, there will always be the need for an entertaining, absorbing book. From murder to memoirs, this is your ultimate summer reading list. Plus: Local authors’ favorite picks.

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