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emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Minor: Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Ms. Emily Henry, are you hiding in my walls, or perhaps under my bed???? because why do you write all your books for/about me???
I feel like I shouldn't expect anything less from her. there is a reason she's one of my absolute favourite authors EVER. I love her so much. and I love all her characters so much. somehow I relate to literally all of them in some way. and Miles and Daphne weren't any different.
Miles was like looking in a mirror honestly. the way he's positive and tries to see the good in people first was so me (I'm a lover, not a hater at heart) but then there's also Daphne with the constant fear of being unloveble and always second best or second favourite and that is also SO me.
I loved everything about this book. from the story, to the romance, to the side characters (Ashleigh, my queen, ily).
ALSO, can we talk about the constant references to Portugal???? (PORTUGAL MENTIONED RAHHHH 🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹) I fr ran to my family to show them when Pastéis de Nata were mentioned because WHATTT. and in the end when they mentioned Ashleigh's new man is Portuguese and his name Afonso???? (red flag name, but it's okay) HELLO??? I LOVED THAT. I low-key would love a book about them even tho I know Emily doesn't usually write about the side characters 😭 I was so happy when they first mentioned Portugal but I thought that would be it and then it just kept coming 😭 I love it so much 😭🫶🏼
I've already said this but I would literally read this woman's grocery list if she published it. that's how much I love her writing. (and ironically I am signed to her newsletter that is literally called Emily's grocery list 😭)
like every single book I've ever read from her, this is one of my all time favourite books. 🫶🏼
I feel like I shouldn't expect anything less from her. there is a reason she's one of my absolute favourite authors EVER. I love her so much. and I love all her characters so much. somehow I relate to literally all of them in some way. and Miles and Daphne weren't any different.
Miles was like looking in a mirror honestly. the way he's positive and tries to see the good in people first was so me (I'm a lover, not a hater at heart) but then there's also Daphne with the constant fear of being unloveble and always second best or second favourite and that is also SO me.
I loved everything about this book. from the story, to the romance, to the side characters (Ashleigh, my queen, ily).
ALSO, can we talk about the constant references to Portugal???? (PORTUGAL MENTIONED RAHHHH 🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹🇵🇹) I fr ran to my family to show them when Pastéis de Nata were mentioned because WHATTT. and in the end when they mentioned Ashleigh's new man is Portuguese and his name Afonso???? (red flag name, but it's okay) HELLO??? I LOVED THAT. I low-key would love a book about them even tho I know Emily doesn't usually write about the side characters 😭 I was so happy when they first mentioned Portugal but I thought that would be it and then it just kept coming 😭 I love it so much 😭🫶🏼
I've already said this but I would literally read this woman's grocery list if she published it. that's how much I love her writing. (and ironically I am signed to her newsletter that is literally called Emily's grocery list 😭)
like every single book I've ever read from her, this is one of my all time favourite books. 🫶🏼
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, Abandonment
Moderate: Gaslighting, Alcohol
Minor: Drug use, Vomit
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Daphne's life falls apart when her fiancé dumps her for his childhood best friend. Stuck in a town that was supposed to be her new beginning, she ends up moving in with Miles - aka the ex of the woman her fiancé left her for. I really liked the characters in this one. They felt messy and real in a good way, they were flawed but honest, which made it easy to root for them. Emily Henry does a great job showing the emotional baggage people carry, and that added some nice depth. The story was also a different spin on the fake dating trope. It didn't follow the typical beats, which kept things interesting. However, the actual fake dating? Barely lasted two scenes meaning the book lacked that chaos and tension. Also, for a slow burn, it quite burn slowly enough. The pacing was off for me, and it felt like things moved along before all the tension has a chance to build up properly. Overall, it was a solid, enjoyable read with great characters and fresh twists, but I wish the central romance had taken its time a bit more. I would recommend this to any fan of character-driven romances, but other Emily Henry books would be higher on my recommended list.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, Abandonment, Classism
Moderate: Sexual content
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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
I enjoyed EH writing style. It feels like a fun recount by a friend over dinner. Miles and Daphne are forced together but end up bonding through shared experiences and intimacy. While nothing much happens plot wise outside the relationship, I still enjoyed the story as they grew together.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content, Gaslighting
Minor: Emotional abuse, Vomit, Alcohol
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:
No
Content Warnings
Minor: Gaslighting
emotional
informative
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Cursing, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Infidelity, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Grief, Gaslighting, Abandonment, Alcohol
Moderate: Drug use
emotional
funny
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:
No
Emily Henry strikes again. Yes, the situation that Daphne and Miles are in is bonkers. But I ain’t mad about it because I thoroughly enjoyed their story. I also loved the layer of new friendships like Daphne and Ashley. Yes it was a side plot but it still felt genuine.
So other than thinking a Popeye tattoo is a red flag but we overlook it this one time because “Miles”… ya, this was solid. All puns intended.
So other than thinking a Popeye tattoo is a red flag but we overlook it this one time because “Miles”… ya, this was solid. All puns intended.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Infidelity, Gaslighting
emotional
funny
hopeful
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:
Complicated
🥂 Funny Story by Emily Henry 🥂
MY RATING: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
After her fiancé, Peter, realizes he’s in love with his childhood best friend Petra, Daphne is left alone in Michigan with no friends or family, but with her dream job, and a new roommate - Petra’s ex, Miles. Miles is the opposite of Daphne, and they mainly avoid each other, until one day when they’re full of emotion, they decide a friendship and a plan to post misleading photos of their adventures together. But maybe they’re not so misleading anymore.
Ugh. I loved this. First - I loved the characters. Miles and Daphne and Julia were so well written and loveable. And I loved their dynamic. I feel like Miles and Daphne had banter and communication like a couple married for a long time at some points. I feel like they really knew each other and I could feel the chemistry and why they fell for each other. I feel like both of these characters really grew by the end of the book and had their own growth and story outside of the romance element. This was obviously one of Daphne’s learnings, and it was portrayed really well. Also f her terrible dad who is much like mine. The writing in this book was also so beautiful, and I think this is one of my favourite Emily Henry books so far. It had the classic witty banter, and emotional storylines while still being funny and lighthearted, and I hope to revisit it again soon!
Read this if you like:
- fake dating
- friends to lovers ish
- witty banter
Vibes: 🛶📖🍕💍🎨🍷
Song that matches the vibe: True Blue by boygenius
Full review including content warnings on my StoryGraph.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Infidelity, Gaslighting, Abandonment, Alcohol
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is my favorite Emily Henry book so far. The characters, the dialogue, the family dynamics—loved all of it! And Miles Nowak also might be favorite male protagonist in the EHU (Emily Henry Universe). May this type of man please find me…
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
What a cute story that had me giggling throughout. Daphne and Miles are polar opposites that just fit together so well.
This story focuses on how these 2 got together after their failed relationships. Each character has their own emotional hangups or baggage that gets explored and pushed through. The looming countdown is if Daphne will stay in Waning Bay or leave as soon as her big event, the Read-A-Thon, is over and she has a new job lined up.
This story focuses on how these 2 got together after their failed relationships. Each character has their own emotional hangups or baggage that gets explored and pushed through. The looming countdown is if Daphne will stay in Waning Bay or leave as soon as her big event, the Read-A-Thon, is over and she has a new job lined up.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing
Moderate: Drug use, Infidelity, Sexual content, Gaslighting, Abandonment, Alcohol
Minor: Emotional abuse, Infertility, Vomit