Harriet and Wyn have just broken off their engagement. But neither have told their tight-knit friend group. When they find themselves on their traditiHarriet and Wyn have just broken off their engagement. But neither have told their tight-knit friend group. When they find themselves on their traditional friend vacation, the two pretend to still be together in hopes of keeping the peace for everyone else. But there is still lingering feelings and unresolved issues that the couple and their friends need to work out.
Henry takes a romance trope that could easily turn to zaniness and infuses it with feeling while grounding it in reality. You feel the love of the friends. The love, lust, want, need between Harriet and Wyn is palpable. And the banter is top notch as always. This is what I want in a romance.
Other than quality romance, Henry also confronts many a 30-somethings’ issues, concerns, and challenges. At the heart of this one is how do friendships survive as you grow up? How do you change with other people? Henry speaks to the angst and worry of that period in life as you change from a single 20-something adult into a 30-something adult settling into a relationship, starting a career, and beginning your life. Henry is so popular because her books are so real and touch that nerve that is so universal.
This was my favorite when I was 9. And it still holds up. It's short and simple but, for whatever reason, still connects with me even as an adult. This was my favorite when I was 9. And it still holds up. It's short and simple but, for whatever reason, still connects with me even as an adult. ...more
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