Why We Chose Villa Coco for June's PREM1ER book.
For June 2026, we wanted a novel that captures the essence of summer reading at its very best: transporting, joyful, and quietly profound. Villa Coco by Andrew Sean Greer delivers a luminous, sun-drenched story that balances wit, warmth, and emotional depth with effortless charm.
From the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Less, this is a novel that feels both timeless and entirely of the moment. Set among the rolling Tuscan hills, it introduces us to a directionless young archivist and the unforgettable Coco, an eccentric, commanding figure whose crumbling villa hides secrets, stories, and one final romantic mission. What begins as a seemingly whimsical escapade gradually unfolds into something richer: a meditation on youth, age, friendship, love, and the unexpected ways a life can take shape.
What truly set Villa Coco apart for us is Andrew Sean Greer’s signature voice; playful, intelligent, and deeply humane. To find a novel that is laugh-out-loud funny while also carrying such tenderness and emotional resonance is a gift. This is a book filled with golden light and quiet revelations, and is a story that lingers long after the final page.
Above all, it embodies what we look for in all our PREM1ER selection: a beautifully written novel with enduring appeal. A novel that readers will treasure not only for the experience of reading it, but for years to come as a collectible piece of contemporary fiction.
With Villa Coco, June’s selection is pure escapism; elegant, uplifting, and full of life. The perfect addition to any summer reading list, and a standout piece for any collector’s shelf.
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