Emily Henry is an auto read author for me. As soon as I see her new book making the rounds, I jump on the opportunity to read it. Her romances are always deep enough to have substance but fun enough to be the perfect vacation and beach read. Happy Place last year was the only one I didn’t love so far. Book Lovers and Beach Read have been tied on my list for my, but I think Funny Story just topped them.
Daphne always loved the ‘funny story’ about the time she met her fiancé, Peter. That is until he cancels their engagement the day after his bachelor party to be with his longtime best friend Petra, who by the way has just broken up with her boyfriend Miles for Peter. Heartbroken, Daphne is forced to move out of the place she’s called home. With nowhere to go, Miles offers Daphne his extra room while she finds a new place to live. Months later, both Daphne and Miles have been invited to Petra and Peter’s wedding. In a moment of panic, Daphne lies and says her, and Miles are dating, cue the shenanigans!
I’m not a huge fan of the love-triangle trope, and I only like a ‘fate dating’ trope if it’s done well. Henry has done it well on both fronts! I just completely adore Miles! He’s the best leading man I’ve read in a while. He’s honest, selfless, and unapologetically him. I’d read a whole book just about him. Daphne was a good main character as well and enjoyed watching her come into her own with Miles. As always, I adore quirky side characters, and I can totally get on board with both of our main ones this go around.
I’m seriously considering moving to Waning now and I wish more than ever I could work at a library! I loved all the petty snark, felt that Miles and Daphne balanced each other out well, and would be the perfect addition to anyone’s beach weekend!
Funny Story comes out April 23, 2024! Huge thank you to Berkley for my advanced copy in exchange for my honest opinion. If you liked this review please let me know either by commenting below or by visiting my instagram @speakingof.books or on Tiktok @speakingof.books
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