chaptersofchase 's review for:

Book Lovers by Emily Henry

5.0

emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

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Summer Reading ☀️ Thank you, Berkley Publishing, for the gifted copy of Book Lovers {partner}

Genre: Romance
Trope: Enemies to Lovers? Office?
Format: 📖
Pub Date: 5.3.2022
Star Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆

"That's life. You're always making decisions, taking paths that lead you away from the rest before you could see where they ended. Maybe that's why we s a species love stories so much. All those chances for do-overs, opportunities to live the lives we'll never have."

Well, folks, I do believe I have my favorite romance of 2022. Emily Henry has always written books that appeal to book lovers, but this one? This story is extra special and holds a place in my heart. I may have cried the last 25% of the book because it was simply… perfect. Nora is the main character that I have been waiting for, and I want to read Book Lovers again and again.

I loved how Henry gave her characters flaws at the beginning of the story — I was annoyed and thinking, "whyyyy are you doing this, Emily Henry?". But, alas, she knew what she was doing and when the character flaws were explained, it made sense, and I was left feeling like I probably shouldn't judge a character by their flaws 🙈

Then there's Charlie, and isn't he just the most lovable grump I've read? I've seen comparisons between Charlie & Roy (from Ted Lasso), and I must say, it fits, and I love every bit. The banter between him and Nora was sweet and natural — even when it was occurring through text messages.

👍🏼 Relatable
📖 Book inside a book
🔥 One sexy library scene
😍 Charlie
🙌🏼 Nora
📝 Beautiful quotes to remember
🤩 Definite re-read


Every page of Book Lovers was a delight, and I can't wait to read the next book that Emily Henry writes. In the meantime, I'll just be over here re-reading Book Lovers. But, seriously, add this witty, heartfelt, and satisfying book to your reading list today.

What book are you most excited to read this summer?


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