A review by vaniavela
Book Lovers by Emily Henry

adventurous funny lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

One summer. Two rivals. A plot twist they didn't see coming.

Nora Stephens, a hard-working woman who knows her priorities. When her younger sister begs her to go on vacation to the small town called Sunshine Falls, her world is rocked. 

Emily Henry has a refreshing way of writing, combining romance with deep themes, such as interpersonal and family struggles. She manages to give her books more depth, writing multiple realistic conflicts to her characters. 

The men in her books are simply fascinating. The chemistry between the main characters is fantastic.  They bring the perfect mix of sexual tension and banter.

The dynamic between the sisters was infuriating at times. Libby, even with good intentions, didn't seem to understand that her sister had a job she couldn't throw away. Nora had done several things for her in the past, and even though she hadn't asked for it, there was a lot of miscommunication. Nora wasn't perfect either, she tried to work things out on her own and didn't express her feelings or thoughts.  

Emily Henry delivers with this third novel, giving us a hilarious, bookish romance. 

TW: death, depression, anxiety, spiraling mental health, strokes, diseases and illnesses, mentions of hospitals. 

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