Happy Place by Emily Henry is a moving story of friendship, love, and second chances. Emily writes with a singular voice that is consistently witty and thought provoking. I have loved every book of hers I have read and this was no exception. 

Harriet and Wyn find themselves in quite the predicament, they’re with friends on their annual trip to Maine, only problem- they broke up 5 months ago and haven’t told anyone. Harriet is a surgical resident looking for an escape to her happy place, Maine, with her friends. She was planning on telling them about her split with Wyn but can’t bear the thought of breaking up the friend group. Shortly after she arrives, a stunned Wyn and Harriet learn this will be the last year at this cottage, it’s being sold. Well now they really don’t want to bring down the mood of this last hurrah.  It’s evident that the two have left things unsaid. Will they be able to keep their heartbreak hidden from the people that know them best? 

This is a beautiful and sometimes painful second chance romance. I will not lie, I cried several times but the ending was worth it. The found family and friendships in this novel are so special. And as always, Emily delivers with the best banter. I alternated between the audiobook and the physical book. Julia Whelan gives the five star performance we’ve all come to expect. 

Overall 5/5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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-dual timelines 

-second chance romance 

-found family 

-strong female friendships 

-forced proximity 

-only one bed 

-all the feels