While Pope Benedict XVI most likely will not have the years on Peter's throne that John Paul II had, there are already several publications about the man who seems to be showing the world a different side of his personality.
On June 9, 2008 The (London) Times On Line provided a list of several books in an article, "The Best of Benedict: a selection of papal biographies.." The article can be found at Times On Line.
So for some summer reading that is a little different from usual under the sun reading, you might find an interesting option. Any one of these books would most likely make you stand out among those reading in the sands!!