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A review by meaghanslibrary
Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This was such a sweet coming of age last months of high school read!
The story leaned into the movie tropes and cliches and balancing delving into topics of grief, friendship, and growing up.
I really loved the character Wes and the banter between Wes and Libby.
I took off points because the miscommunication at the end was just infuriating because I wanted the main couple to be together already.
Very enjoyable read and I look forward to reading more Lynn Painter.
P.S. I’m upped my rating from 4.5 to 4.75 because Lynn Painter’s website has bonus chapters and I love when authors give additional content. I loved these characters and I am so happy I get to read more of their story.
The story leaned into the movie tropes and cliches and balancing delving into topics of grief, friendship, and growing up.
I really loved the character Wes and the banter between Wes and Libby.
I took off points because the miscommunication at the end was just infuriating because I wanted the main couple to be together already.
Very enjoyable read and I look forward to reading more Lynn Painter.
P.S. I’m upped my rating from 4.5 to 4.75 because Lynn Painter’s website has bonus chapters and I love when authors give additional content. I loved these characters and I am so happy I get to read more of their story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Grief