saxz_library 's review for:

Heartbreak Houseshare by Emily Merrill

4.0

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing 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: Complicated

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Heartbreak Houseshare beautifully captures the uncertainty of your twenties—the feeling of falling behind while everyone else seems to have life figured out. This book reminded me that life isn’t a race; we’re all on our own paths, moving at our own pace. 

I adored the portrayal of strong female friendships and the way the book also discussed mental health, especially through

Felicity’s sister’s struggles

. However, I wanted more depth—

more exploration of Felicity and Teddy’s individual breakups, more shared moments between the girls rather than just being told about them, and a deeper dive into the “Agony Aunt” column

. The romance was sweet but felt slightly rushed, even for a friends-to-lovers arc. 

That said, as someone navigating my twenties, this book hit home in many ways, and I saw pieces of myself in Felicity’s journey. However, I also think my experience played a role in my rating, as I’ve never been in a relationship or had a breakup like Felicity’s, so I didn’t connect with that aspect as much. 
Still a heartfelt, relatable read that I enjoyed! 💙