Books to Read if You Loved The White Lotus

If The White Lotus had you glued to the screen with its luxury resort drama, morally questionable characters, and tension so thick you could cut it with a poolside cocktail stirrer, you’re in the right place. Whether you loved the rich people behaving badly vibes, the murder mystery intrigue, or the dark social satire, these books deliver the same energy—minus the resort bill.

1. The Guest List by Lucy Foley

A high-end wedding on a remote island + secrets and resentment simmering under the surface = a recipe for murder. If you loved the whodunit aspect of The White Lotus, this is a must-read. Every guest has something to hide, and not everyone will make it off the island unscathed.

2. The Club by Ellery Lloyd

Think White Lotus, but make it Soho House meets psychological thriller. This story takes place at an exclusive, members-only island resort catering to the ultra-elite—where someone ends up dead. It’s glossy, messy, and filled with characters who are just so fun to hate.

3. Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson

This one’s for the satirical murder mystery lovers. It follows a dysfunctional family reunion at a secluded ski resort where, shocker, someone ends up dead. The narrator’s voice is sharp, witty, and self-aware—perfect for fans of The White Lotus’ blend of dark humor and crime.

4. The Guncle by Steven Rowley

No murder in this one, but if you’re looking for a book with Tanya McQuoid energy (minus the tragedy), this is it. A former sitcom star turned reluctant guardian for his niece and nephew, Patrick (Guncle to the kids), brings them to his Palm Springs estate for the summer. It’s funny, heartwarming, and full of rich-people problems with an emotional core.

5. Bad Summer People by Emma Rosenblum

A summer vacation town full of rich, messy, morally corrupt people? Say less. This book follows a group of wealthy New Yorkers in a ritzy beach community where infidelity, jealousy, and social climbing abound… and then someone turns up dead. White Lotus vibes? 100%.

Bonus Picks for That White Lotus Feeling:

• For the rich-people toxicity: Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson

• For the eerie resort setting: Reckless Girls by Rachel Hawkins

• For satirical commentary on privilege: A Likeable Woman by May Cobb

• For a White Lotus-style family vacation gone wrong: The Chateau by Jaclyn Goldis

What do you think? Any other books that scream White Lotus vibes? Drop your picks in the comments!