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emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
'It's about the journey, not the destination' is what I'd say about this story. While the premise is something you could find in many books or fanfics, the story itself and the interaction of characters was a blast!
One thing I really liked about this was that the side characters had rich inner lives. They were opinionated and guarded and real, which makes reading so much fun. It wasn't just about Daphne's relationship with the main character, but her relationship with herself, her friends, and how she views the world.
One thing I really liked about this was that the side characters had rich inner lives. They were opinionated and guarded and real, which makes reading so much fun. It wasn't just about Daphne's relationship with the main character, but her relationship with herself, her friends, and how she views the world.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Sexual content, Abandonment, Alcohol
Minor: Child abuse
🎖️ High 2 Stars
DESCRIPTION
Daphne always loved the way her fiancé Peter told their story. How they met (on a blustery day), fell in love (over an errant hat), and moved back to his lakeside hometown to begin their life together. He really was good at telling it...right up until the moment he realized he was actually in love with his childhood best friend Petra.
Which is how Daphne begins her new story: Stranded in beautiful Waning Bay, Michigan, without friends or family but with a dream job as a children's librarian (that barely pays the bills), and proposing to be roommates with the only person who could possibly understand her predicament: Petra's ex, Miles Nowak.
Scruffy and chaotic-with a penchant for taking solace in the sounds of heart break love ballads -Miles is exactly the opposite of practical, buttoned up Daphne, whose coworkers know so little about her they have a running bet that she's either FBI or in witness protection. The roommates mainly avoid one another, until one day, while drowning their sorrows, they form a tenuous friendship and a plan. If said plan also involves posting deliberately misleading photos of their summer adventures together, well, who could blame them?
But it's all just for show, of course, because there's no way Daphne would actually start her new chapter by falling in love with her ex-fiancé's new fiancée's ex...right?
FORMAT
Digital - Kindle
REVIEW
★★☆☆☆
Daphne always loved the way her fiancé Peter told their story. How they met (on a blustery day), fell in love (over an errant hat), and moved back to his lakeside hometown to begin their life together. He really was good at telling it...right up until the moment he realized he was actually in love with his childhood best friend Petra.
Which is how Daphne begins her new story: Stranded in beautiful Waning Bay, Michigan, without friends or family but with a dream job as a children's librarian (that barely pays the bills), and proposing to be roommates with the only person who could possibly understand her predicament: Petra's ex, Miles Nowak.
Scruffy and chaotic-with a penchant for taking solace in the sounds of heart break love ballads -Miles is exactly the opposite of practical, buttoned up Daphne, whose coworkers know so little about her they have a running bet that she's either FBI or in witness protection. The roommates mainly avoid one another, until one day, while drowning their sorrows, they form a tenuous friendship and a plan. If said plan also involves posting deliberately misleading photos of their summer adventures together, well, who could blame them?
But it's all just for show, of course, because there's no way Daphne would actually start her new chapter by falling in love with her ex-fiancé's new fiancée's ex...right?
FORMAT
Digital - Kindle
REVIEW
★★☆☆☆
Although it was a bit slow to begin with, I really grew to appreciate the story.
I liked the relationship between Miles and Daphne and her friendship with Ashley.
Overall, this book was fine, I could see the potential.
I liked the relationship between Miles and Daphne and her friendship with Ashley.
Overall, this book was fine, I could see the potential.
SPICE
Moderate 🌶️🌶️
TROPES
📖 Forced Proximity
📖 Roomate Romance
📖 Miscommunication
READING LOG
▫️2024
Moderate 🌶️🌶️
TROPES
📖 Forced Proximity
📖 Roomate Romance
📖 Miscommunication
READING LOG
▫️2024
Content Warnings
Minor: Infidelity
Although this book is marketed as a romance, I think it leans more towards women’s fiction.
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Drug use, Toxic relationship, Abandonment
Minor: Emotional abuse, Infidelity
funny
reflective
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Audiobook
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Infidelity
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.
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.
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.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Abandonment
Moderate: Infidelity, Toxic relationship
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Abandonment
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.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Sexual content, Alcohol
Moderate: Drug use, Emotional abuse, Abandonment
Minor: Gaslighting
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infidelity, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Alcohol
Minor: Cancer, Drug use, Death of parent, Pregnancy
emotional
funny
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Abandonment
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Infidelity
Minor: Gaslighting
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
In this book, readers follow a woman named Daphne. Daphne is planning her nuptials to her fiancé, Peter, or so she thought. When Daphne and Peter are reminiscing over their meet-cute in the park the day after his bachelor party, he informs Daphne that he is in love with his childhood best friend Petra and calls off the wedding. This situation forces Daphne to reevaluate her life and move in with Petra's ex, Miles, as roommates for convenience.
Daphne and Miles are opposites. Daphne is practical and orderly whereas Miles is a scruffy, messy free spirit. Miles and Daphne adjust to living together by acting standoffish with each other. That doesn't last long though. One day, while bonding over their mutual breakups, Daphne and Miles form a flimsy friendship and a plan for some casual revenge. If said plan also involves posting deliberately misleading photos of their summer adventures together, well, who could blame them?
But it’s all just for show, of course, because there’s no way Daphne would actually start her new chapter by falling in love with her ex-fiancé’s new fiancée’s ex... right?
Overall, this book is cute, funny, and engaging. The book's title is fitting as I found myself chuckling many times while reading. I was not an Emily Henry fan before but now, I am slowly warming up to her writing This was hilarious, heartwarming, and raw. However, Emily Henry's overuse of the word chortle was maddening. I also hated that Peter wanted to have his cake and eat it too. Peter gives me the ick, I stan Daphne and Miles though.
Daphne and Miles are opposites. Daphne is practical and orderly whereas Miles is a scruffy, messy free spirit. Miles and Daphne adjust to living together by acting standoffish with each other. That doesn't last long though. One day, while bonding over their mutual breakups, Daphne and Miles form a flimsy friendship and a plan for some casual revenge. If said plan also involves posting deliberately misleading photos of their summer adventures together, well, who could blame them?
But it’s all just for show, of course, because there’s no way Daphne would actually start her new chapter by falling in love with her ex-fiancé’s new fiancée’s ex... right?
Overall, this book is cute, funny, and engaging. The book's title is fitting as I found myself chuckling many times while reading. I was not an Emily Henry fan before but now, I am slowly warming up to her writing This was hilarious, heartwarming, and raw. However, Emily Henry's overuse of the word chortle was maddening. I also hated that Peter wanted to have his cake and eat it too. Peter gives me the ick, I stan Daphne and Miles though.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Abandonment
Moderate: Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Alcohol
Minor: Child abuse, Drug use, Vomit