A review by tinytike_sela
It Only Happens in the Movies by Holly Bourne

challenging reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

As someone who deeply loves movies this was a book I found myself really enjoying because it deconstructed the usual romance movie tropes, while also validating them. 

I'm giving this book a 4.75. I really appreciated the notes on needing real life perspective and experience to be portrayed in media. However, there is a piece of me that longed to know Harry's back story with his parents. Although, I get that that is part of life and some closures are not so clear cut and we don't get all the answers. 

Regardless, as a child of divorce, who also had a similar relationship with my father. The message on choice was so refreshing, and honestly, validating.
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