Better Than The Movies was borrowed from my 15 year-old daughter’s bookshelf because she could not stop raving about it! Within the first chapter, I told her my predictions… that all came to fruition. It is indeed predictable, and had some very similar through lines as ‘To all the Boys I’ve Loved Before.’ But the journey of going through the motions was enjoyable in Lynn Painter’s hands. There were quite a few references to movies of yore that old people like myself could identify with, while keeping things contemporary for the younger set. I’m glad that the themes didn’t entirely center upon the romance narrative, as interesting drama played out with the (sometimes frustrating) main character’s family and friends. I definitely recommend this novel to the teen in your life, or if you’re looking to pick up a cute and engaging YA romance.