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A review by beckychristina
Funny Story by Emily Henry
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
It really is a funny story. Miles and Daphne become roommates after her fiancé leaves her for Mile’s girlfriend. In their drunken wallowing after receiving a wedding invitation, they hatch a plan, wouldn’t it be better if their ex’s were jealous rather than smug and pitying?
I always love Emily Henry’s books, though I was a little wary after how not happy ‘Happy Place’ had me feeling (it was brilliant but made my heart ache), but ‘Funny Story’ does what it says on the tin.
I think what Henry does best, is write romances that balance realistic character with swoon-worthy moments, and this book was no exception. It was really satisfying to watch all the relationships develop in this book, and I genuinely cared about the characters. The strong sense of place Henry creates makes Michigan feel like a main character -the tourism department ought to be paying her commission.
The ending was perfect, you hoped it was coming from the book’s opening set-up, but it was so satisfying to read those last lines.
If you’re looking for a good summer romance book, this is one for your TBR.
I always love Emily Henry’s books, though I was a little wary after how not happy ‘Happy Place’ had me feeling (it was brilliant but made my heart ache), but ‘Funny Story’ does what it says on the tin.
I think what Henry does best, is write romances that balance realistic character with swoon-worthy moments, and this book was no exception. It was really satisfying to watch all the relationships develop in this book, and I genuinely cared about the characters. The strong sense of place Henry creates makes Michigan feel like a main character -the tourism department ought to be paying her commission.
The ending was perfect, you hoped it was coming from the book’s opening set-up, but it was so satisfying to read those last lines.
If you’re looking for a good summer romance book, this is one for your TBR.