scarlettlovesbooks 's review for:

This Is What Happy Looks Like by Jennifer E. Smith

4.0

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I really enjoyed reading this book. It was sweet and romantic with an element of modern-day fairytale to it. Of course, the idea of inadvertently embarking on an email correspondence with a famous movie star is completely unrealistic, but it was still a nice escapism read.

I really like the two main characters, Graham and Ellie. The way their relationship started was really funny, and their email exchanges were full of wit. They're both very interesting characters and exceptionally mature for their age; I enjoyed reading the story from both of their point of views. Graham, in particular, is such a refreshing character compared to today's real-life celebrities. He is down-to-earth and doesn't exhibit any diva-ish attitutde at all.

I initially did not like the parents as they seem to be indifferent to their childrens' lives. However, as we got to know them better through their children, I did start to empathize with them.

The ending was also well done as it ties up the story quite nicely while leaving open hopeful possibilities about Graham's and Ellie's futures.

Overall, a fantastic teen romance!