Happy Place: A Second-Chance Romance About Love, Friendship, and the Lies We Tell Ourselves

Estimated Reading Time: 4min

I know I read this book, I remember a few things about it… I have a review and everything. But, there’s not much actually that I recall. So… I suppose here we go!

Happy Place

Harriet and Wyn have been the perfect couple since they met in college—they go together like salt and pepper, honey and tea, lobster and rolls. Except, now—for reasons they’re still not discussing—they don’t. 

They broke up six months ago. And still haven’t told their best friends. 

Which is how they find themselves sharing the largest bedroom at the Maine cottage that has been their friend group’s yearly getaway for the last decade. Their annual respite from the world, where for one vibrant, blue week they leave behind their daily lives; have copious amounts of cheese, wine, and seafood; and soak up the salty coastal air with the people who understand them most. 

Content Warnings

Graphic: Death of Parent, Grief, Sexual Content
Moderate: Alcohol, Mental Illness, Drug Use
Minor: Pregnancy

My Review

Pretty average read for me. Felt a little like romance, a little like literary, and a little like drama all rolled into one. 
The conflict was consistent, and I hate miscommunication. I felt tired reading this. While there were some nice moments, it was mostly just tiring. 

Would I Recommend This Book?

If you hate miscommunication, then don’t bother. If you want to read something exhausting, don’t bother. If you want drama and a group of friends holding onto their relationships, this is for you.

Similar Books You Might Like

If you are thinking what kind of books would have similar feel, themes or content, here is a list that you can consider:

  • People We Meet on Vacation (Emily Henry)
  • Every Summer After (Carley Fortune)
  • One True Loves (Taylor Jenkins Reid)

See You in the Adventures!
Christy Grace


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