Review: “Book Lovers” is the first book that I have read by Emily Henry and now I absolutely understand all the praise she receives for her writing. 

The novel is told from the perspective of Nora Stephens, a dedicated literary agent and proud resident of New York City. Though she is very attached to her job, Nora always makes time for her sister Libby, which is why she agrees to vacation in Sunshine Falls for the duration of August. Nora’s time away from New York is anything but relaxing when she runs into her arch nemesis Charlie Lastra, a well known editor. The more the two continue too bump into each other, however, the harder it is to deny the sparks between them. 

Henry’s enemies-to-lovers romance features well-written banter and the perfect amount of steamy scenes. But this story is so much more than your typical romantic comedy. "Book Lovers” also explores the heartbreaking pain that comes with losing a parent and not being able to trust yourself with happiness. Nora goes through a lot, but with her little sister and Charlie by her side, she ultimately learns that it is okay to choose yourself. 

As a creative writing student, I love how both Charlie and Nora’s careers are a huge part of the book. Their jobs provide the reader with an inside look at what goes on behind the scenes in the publishing industry. I would love to read more books that focus on this in the future!