A review by samnreader
Funny Guy by Emma Barry

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

4.25

This book was a deep dive to childhood friends - best friends - and it was very internal by and large. It also felt real in a way that I think is very hard to convey in friends-to-lovers. There was whiffs of codependence and acknowledgment of deep flaws in the characters. it was angsty, heartbreaking and explored vulnerability for both characters but Sam's was particularly raw given his profession and Taylor-Swift-esque recent breakup. You also understand their respect regard and the upshift to a romantic relationship. Bree and Sam were both equally frustrating and endearing - and felt dimensional. 

Definitely worth a read if you don't mind heavily internal books with characters who have struggled to reveal their deepest truths to each other. 

I really like Emma Barry!