Book Review / Happy Place by Emily Henry

 Harriet and Wyn have been the perfect couple since they met in college—they go together like salt and pepper, honey and tea, lobster and rolls. Except, now—for reasons they’re still not discussing—they don’t.

They broke up six months ago. And still haven’t told their best friends.

Which is how they find themselves sharing the largest bedroom at the Maine cottage that has been their friend group’s yearly getaway for the last decade. Their annual respite from the world, where for one vibrant, blue week they leave behind their daily lives; have copious amounts of cheese, wine, and seafood; and soak up the salty coastal air with the people who understand them most.

Only this year, Harriet and Wyn are lying through their teeth while trying not to notice how desperately they still want each other. Because the cottage is for sale and this is the last week they’ll all have together in this place. They can’t stand to break their friends’ hearts, and so they’ll play their parts. Harriet will be the driven surgical resident who never starts a fight, and Wyn will be the laid-back charmer who never lets the cracks show. It’s a flawless plan (if you look at it from a great distance and through a pair of sunscreen-smeared sunglasses). After years of being in love, how hard can it be to fake it for one week… in front of those who know you best?

MY REVIEW

Published:   25th April 2023

Publisher:  Berkley

Genres:   Romance, Contemporary and Chicklit

Pages:   400 pages (Hardcover)

What I loved about this story... This story was so much fun to read.  I couldn't put it down and read it in one sitting on a cloudy and rainy English summer afternoon.  What I am loving the most about the majority of the books by Emily Henry, including this one, is the fact that she makes me feel.  Feel for the characters and the situations.  I was so invested in both the main characters and the other characters that were along for the ride also I really wanted to see things work out in the end.  

What I didn't like about this story...  Honestly, there's nothing.  I loved this book.

Would I recommend...  Yes!!  If you are looking for a fun non-complicated read about romance and drama this is one to pick up.   If you haven't tried a Emily Henry book before, honestly I would recommend you try Book Lovers first as that one is an excellent introduction to her writing, but read this one straight afterwards!