Happy Place by Emily Henry

Happy Place by Emily Henry follows the story of Harriet and Wyn, a once-loving couple who have recently broken up. Despite their split, they decide to keep their breakup a secret and pretend to still be together during their annual weeklong vacation with their friends. This vacation at a cherished summer house has always been their “happy place.” It is a retreat filled with fond memories and traditions.

As the week unfolds, Harriet and Wyn navigate the challenges of maintaining their charade to their friends. It becomes difficult as they are reminded of their past relationship and history. They must confront their feelings for each other while also dealing with their own personal growth.

The novel explores the complexities of love, heartbreak, and friendship. It highlights the importance of being honest and the difficulty of moving on. Harriet and Wyn’s journey is one of self-discovery. They reconcile their past with their present and future selves.

Through witty dialogue and well-developed characters, Emily crafts a story that is touching and realistic. It explores relationship dynamics and the strong bonds of friendship. I would recommend reading this book if you enjoy reading about romance, friendships and vacations.

You can purchase the book from Amazon.