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Funny Story - Un amore per finta by Emily Henry

565 reviews

paulaferg's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted fast-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

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roorooreads's review against another edition

5.0

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This one had me by the heartstrings from the very beginning. Not too surprising really since I love the fake dating trope but this one was done expertly.

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readbyjaimes's review against another edition

3.75

emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Complex Feelings...

I want to start this review by saying that I really did enjoy this book, and I had a great time experiencing these characters. I thought that the flaws of these characters were well done and that Daph and Miles complemented each other in a lot of ways. For most of the book, I adored every moment and thought that it was flowing really well. I think Miles was a great partner for Daph and that his kindness really allowed her to open up. I loved the majority of this novel. Their weekend adventures were so sweet, and I thought that they brought a lot of tenderness to their relationship. Something I loved about them was that they built such a great foundation through trust and friendship before they started their more romantic connection.

But this book lost me in the last 25-ish percent. I think that while I did really enjoy Miles, he let Daphne down in the worst possible way for her trauma, and that felt pretty terrible. I know it's because of his own personal trauma, but I just couldn't completely move past it.

Him ditching Daph without a word to run to Petra was a huge red flag for me. It's great that he's a nice guy and is willing to help someone at the drop of a hat, but that becomes a lot less romantic when he's willing to do that at your expense. Especially when it's his ex-girlfriend, whom he said was the love of his life.

But besides the romance, I thought there were many other things to love about this book, which is what made it so enjoyable for me. Daphne, realizing that she was trying to make herself fit into others' lives and exploring who she was, did so in a really incredible and natural way. The friendships were also a shining star of this book. I freaking loveeeee Ashleigh and what she brought to the book, I'm so glad we got to see her and Daphne grow closer throughout the novel.

Once again, EmHen's third act shoots her books in the foot. It's a shame she keeps doing that lol.

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lost_between_the_pages's review against another edition

5.0

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

I'm going to have to take a breather before I leave a review .. so I can gather my thoughts. I see why people love Emily Henry so much. this story touched me in a way I never imagined it would .. sheesh!

But honestly, 6 stars from me! And I hardly ever read romance so that should tell you something!

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worldofwisdom's review against another edition

3.25

emotional 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

I found the characters in the story really lovable and kind. But to be honest, I thought the middle part of the book dragged a bit, especially since not much happened between the two main characters or in terms of their relationship. In general, there were a few funny moments that I appreciated, but I was hoping for more humor overall—especially in a rom-com with a title like “Funny Story.” Toward the end,

some of the misunderstandings started to feel more frustrating than entertaining.

However, I thought the ending was well done.

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ga_bby4's review against another edition

4.0

medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

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kcrockford's review against another edition

4.0

emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

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jkatris's review against another edition

4.5

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted reflective relaxing 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

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puddleshoes's review against another edition

4.0

emotional lighthearted reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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jesswueb's review against another edition

3.5

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Sexy and entertaining but overall dialogue and some situations kind of unnatural / not believable. But then again- romance lol.

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