Emily Henry has become one of my favourite authors and this book certainly did not disappoint. The characters are well-developed with interesting backstories and were highly likeable. Like Henry’s earlier books, the banter and quick wit between characters make this book highly entertaining. There is also a meaningful discussion about grief and depression which was written with respect and care.

The story is told in two timeframes from Harriet’s perspective: “Happy Place” and “Real Life”. I appreciated the slowly-revealed reflections on earlier times in their relationship which make up Harriet’s “Happy Place”. This is a romance novel so it will be no surprise that these two timeframes eventually converge.

Harriet and Wyn met in college and were great friends before becoming a perfectly-matched couple. That is until they broke up several months ago. Each has been invited to a getaway to the Maine cottage one last time before it is sold. No other members of this group know that the two are no longer a couple and because a special event has been planned for this week, they aren’t about to tell them.

Forced to share the largest and most romantic bedroom, neither Harriet nor Wyn can deny that the attraction between them has diminished. As the week progresses and they are thrown together more and more, the reason for their breakup is disclosed – both to the reader and to the couple.

I listened to the audiobook version of the book which was narrated by one of my favourite narrators, Julia Whelan. She does an incredible job of bringing these characters to life, providing an easy to listen to and believable quality to both Harriet and Wyn. I highly recommend the audiobook version to those that enjoy this format.

I recommend this book to those readers who enjoy romance or romantic comedies with a great story and plenty of banter.

I received an ALC of this audiobook from the publisher, but the thoughts and opinions expressed here are my own.

4.5 stars (rounded up to 5).