Review: Happy Place by Emily Henry

Happy Place by Emily Henry
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Okay, this was my first Emily Henry book and I am now being told that this wasn't her best so I am going to give Book Lovers a shot. That being said, I don't know why I thought this was going to be a second chance romance rom-com? Maybe the extremely bright and happy cover? Once I got over the fact that this is in fact NOT a fast-paced rom-com, I was able to appreciate it a little more. I enjoyed Emily Henry's writing, maybe a little flowery at times, but she is talented.

The book was just really sloooowwww and if you hate miscommunication tropes - this book will most likely irk the living hell out of you. I really did not become attached to any of the characters, Cleo was my favorite, Wyn was a little bitch for the way he broke up with Harriet in the first place, and Sabrina is the friend I hope I never have again - BOUNDARIES GIRL.

The last 5 chapters or so saved the book for me. I liked the way that it ended, with Harriet taking a stand and doing what she needed to do to find joy in her life, even if it meant walking away from a career she thought was meant for her. I could relate to that. I saw some other reviews saying Harriet left her career for a man, and I think those folks really missed the mark.

In conclusion, this book was just okay. Nothing to write home about. I'm still unsure about all the hype behind it. I am going to give Book Lovers or Beach Read a try but Emily Henry just might not be it for me!

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