Summer is traditionally the time for light books and beach reads. But it's also a great time to plunk yourself into a big, engrossing read. "Bleak House"? "Les Misérables"? "The Corrections"? What big book are you saving to read this summer? Write us at lhertzel@startribune.com and let us know which book and why. We'll publish your answers June 2 in our summer reading guide.
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