Emily Henry is my all time favorite author. Her writing feels like its /for me specifically/ in such a wonderful way, and I was SO excited to read this early. I think my ranking of Book Lovers in the EH canon is 3rd (out of the 5 that I've read). I was kicking and squealing at the banter, the writing was superb as always, and I really enjoyed reading the "grumpy x grumpy" dynamic which was very unique to the typical romance/WF novel. I didn't feel the same level of /completely understood/ as a person that i felt from the characters of January Andrews or Alex Nilson, but there were still definitely moments when I just started crying because certain lines were so me. I think audiences will love this just as much as they've loved Henry's prior two adult novels; it carries the same charm and authenticity that shines through the EH canon.

This is one of my favorite reads in a long, long time. Emily Henry has perfected the art of achingly deep rom-coms and her mastery of dialogue is unmatched. The characters in this book are beautifully complex, their relationships real and relatable. If you’re looking for a snarky romance that leaves you feeling a little bittersweet, this is for you.

I’m an avid reader who works in publishing and studies book science at university, so I was immediately intrigued by the synopsis about two characters working in the book industry. Emily Henry approaches the story with the perfect balance of love and criticism for the characters’ jobs, and I think it’s her best book yet. I adore how she managed to weave her witty writing style into a story that has so much heart and a sizzling connection between the main characters to create an outstanding romance novel. Every page either had me laughing out loud, fanning myself or wiping tears from my cheeks. Nora and Charlie’s hilarious banter and the witty narration paired with a very self-aware look at romance novels made for an incredibly fun and entertaining book. I always felt like the book was laughing with the romance genre instead of at it, and I really enjoyed how it played with popular tropes.

Nora, a successful literary agent who’s known as the Shark in the industry, is a confident, at times prickly woman that I immediately adored. She knows what she wants and then goes and gets it herself. I loved how her character got so much development throughout the book and we get to see her big heart and how caring she is, but she also never loses sight of who she is and what her goals are. Charlie was a great love interest that I couldn’t help but fall for head over heels. Book Lovers takes the grumpy x sunshine trope and turns it into grumpy x grumpy which I adored. Their chemistry was *chef’s kiss*, and seeing them fall for each other was a delight.

One of my favorite aspects of the book was definitely Nora’s relationship with her sister Libby. I loved that we got to see so much of them together and Libby’s lists of things to do in Sunshine Falls lead to a lot of entertaining scenes featuring the two of them (and Charlie). We get to learn a lot about their childhood and their difficulties growing up which gives the book a lot of depth. Old wounds are opened up, but there’s also so much sisterly love, and some of their shared scenes definitely made me cry a couple of times.

Another highlight was the setting of small-town Sunshine Falls, North Carolina. Exploring the unassuming town with the characters and getting to know its charming inhabitants was so much fun. It makes for a perfect summer read that makes you yearn for your next vacation away from the city.

Emily Henry blessed us with another incredible novel that will make you laugh and pull at your heartstrings. Book Lovers is a love letter to romance novels and the publishing world – heartfelt, hilarious and my new favorite Emily Henry book!

This was a highly anticipated read for me. I will start with that!
I love the fact that Emily Henry can take personas from the book world and book lovers and write around them. I don't think that is something easy to do but she does it flawlessly.
Personally, what I loved about this book the most is the big sister element! Being the older sibling from a south Asian family at that, there have always been certain things I have felt pressured to do, be or live up to. I felt so seen reading this book! I love Nora's relationship with Libby and how it plays a role in this book.
Noras character development
I loved Charlie's character development
Charlie and Nora's relationship
The ending!

It was only negative for me- it did take me a bit to get into it. It is slow-paced and I was sometimes confused with the internal dialogue that Nora had with herself regarding her thoughts around Dusty and her story,

Overall a good book and Emily Henry is a talented writer.

Thanks to NetGalley and Berkley for the e-ARC of this title.

This was my first book by this author, and I must say that I was not terribly impressed. I know her books are very popular, but I was not blown away by this particular title, at least. That is not to say I didn't end up enjoying it, overall, however, I didn't love it. I liked everything about the main character and her relationship with her sister, and her love of her career, books, and for big city life. I could relate to a lot of that, and I liked that she felt those things, and didn't change over the the course of the book. She was always herself. My issue was really with the romance parts. I like the love interest by himself, and the two of them have some good, funny banter, but I wasn't really feeling enough of the chemistry to want them together or really care about their romance (though they would have made great friends, I think). I am not really sure what specifically could have been changed to make this different, but for a book with a love story as a major plot-point, not buying the romance really made this story feel like it dragged out a bit.
However, like I said, if you want to read about someone who waxes poetic about life in the City and about books and family, this is not a bad book to check out.

First off, Emily Henry is the reason I started reading romance novels and she has yet to disappoint. For me, a romance has to have fully fleshed out, relatable characters and a storyline that doesn't require me to suspend disbelief. Book Lovers is a testament to the fact that you can include all the typical romance tropes and still have a real story.

So cute! I loved the setup, the sympathetic protagonist, and the way everything played out. Emily Henry is a pleasure to read, and though I wouldn't consider myself a romance fan in general, her future books will always have a place on my TBR.

Emily Henry COULD LITERALLY WRITE ABOUT THE MITOCHONDRIA BEING THE POWERHOUSE OF THE CELL AND I WOULD SHIT MY PANTS OVER HOW RELATABLE AND MOVING THE STORY WAS.

That being established Book Lovers was FUCKING FANTASTIC. Like how does she keep putting out bangers?? Methinks its witchcraft. Like deadass, she turned the “City Person moves to a small-town romance to find love (and themselves)” trope on its head.

Is this a romance? sure. But I would argue that it's more so a story about sisters and learning to accept change without changing yourself.

I enjoyed this book very much. The author does a fabulous job of presenting well formed characters while also giving the reader a glance into the character's thinking and vulnerabilities. It had some laugh out loud moments and the romance aspect of it was not too intense! I would like to see a sequel to this book exploring some of the minor characters. It made me wish places like Sunshine Falls really exist!

This was the book I did not know that I needed right now. I am not typically a Rom-Con kind of girl. I do read them and often enjoy them but they are not usually my go to. I am of late much more of a thriller person. I was excited to get this book as an ARC. Just the title alone made this a tantalizing read. A book lover reading a book about 2 book lovers who fall in love- how can I resist. What I loved about this book was that it was not just a sappy lover story and nor was it just a smutty sex filled romp. Not that those sorts of tales aren't entertaining! However, what I loved about this book was the love affair with books that passed from one generation to the next. I loved the idea of a mother instilling such a strong love of reading to her daughters. I also liked some of the nods to the publishing world - something that I truly know nothing about. The relationship that developed between Charlie and Nora moved at a very realistic pace. I also really liked how things did not end up with a nice tidy bow wrapped around it. As I said, I am not a romance novel lover, but Emily Henry seems to be the author whom I will make an exception for.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A lighthearted novel set in NY and a small town in North Carolina. It is the story of literary agent Nora who is falling in love with a book editor - what could go wrong? Lots of funny dialogue and yes - a happy ending.. Great for the beach!

This is the best Henry book yet. I love that it’s all about books: a bookstore, book editors, book agents, and book titles! Nora is very tightly wound. She and her sister embark on a “vacation” in a quaint North Carolina town and who else is there? Nora’s main nemesis, Charlie. Can he unfreeze Nora??
Both Nora and Charlie have many issues to work out and they collaborate on a book project and grow closer. I loved the plot, the characters, and the dialogue.
The ending is sublime.
Even if you’re not a book junkie, you will adore Book Lovers.

This might be controversial, but I think this is my favorite Emily Henry to date!
This enemies-to-lovers romance is full of Henry's usual banter, charming characters, and emotional depth. I loved the relationship between Charlie and Nora, and the parallel story of the relationship between Nora and her sister. I was so charmed by the small-town setting, and I was rooting for the main character the whole time. Though others saw her as a shark, she was such a relatable character and deserved a happy ever after.

Book Lovers is perfect for: older sisters, girls who've been called an "ice queen," and Hallmark movie cynics.

LOVED this book! Definitely one of her best books to date! Most romance books that read, are totally predictable. You can typically guess the ending and it follows the same story line of boy meets girl, they fall in love, there's some fight between them, the a reconciliation, and finally ending up together for a happily ever after. This book was just so satisfying because it didn't follow the typical course of the tradition romance. The story is about Nora who works as a book agent and Charlie who also works in the world of books. Despite each of their weaknesses and flaws, throughout their working and eventual personal relationship together, they really grow and learn that maybe love CAN be like it is in the story books. I loved the character development of both Nora and Charlie, but also of the other characters in the book like Nora's sister and Charlie's family. This was the kind of book that I was sad when it ended. Definitely a 5-star book!

Where do I even start with this book! In Book Lovers by Emily Henry, we follow Nora Stephens, an incredibly ambitious literary agent. Nora's sister Libby convinces her to spend some time in a small town with her before her third child arrives, and it just so happens that Charlie Lastra, prolific book Editor, is staying in the same small town.

That is the vaguest summary I can give because I want everyone to go into this book knowing as little as possible. This is as much a romance as it is a sister story and a story about accepting grief. I really loved Nora and Libby's relationship because it humanizes Nora. Her career is at the forefront of her ambitions, but when it comes to Libby, she would do anything to make her happy and protect her. Nora and Charlie's relationship progressed realistically and with so much passion. I could feel the pain and longing throughout the book.

There is so much I want to get into, but at a risk of spoiling anything, I will just say that this book is absolutely perfect. It's laugh out loud funny, tear jerking, and swoon worthy all at the same time.

Thank you Emily Henry, NetGalley, and Berkely for this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Wowza. Absolutely my favorite Emily Henry book. I was a total outlier, as People We Meet on Vacation was not anywhere near something I enjoyed. Two adults that could have a five minute conversation to solve their "problem" is my most hated trope in the whole world.

This novel however takes Nora, who constantly gets dumped by romance tropes, who loves the speed and choas of New York City, and who adores her younger sister. We open with Charlie and Nora meeting at a restaurant. This is a rom-com, so infer what you wish, but from the first scene I loved both characters.


What else I loved:
-- The corny small town feel
-- The list-- IYKYK
-- The emotional aspects of the book were really well written. I found myself tearing up multiple times in the book.
-- The secondary characters were so good.
-- Nora's character development was superb. Though you can make predictions and guess how she may (or may not) change, it can still be done poorly by authors. In this case, Henry does the perfect amount of change to a character. Nothing so drastic that you just roll your eyes, but enough to feel you're not in the same place by the end of the book.

Not so much:
-- Though, I would still give this book 5 stars, there was a slight drag in the middle. I will not say which characters, but I needed two characters to have a conversation so the small problem could be solved.

Wow. I am honestly still not sure how to write a review for this?? This book blew any expectation i had out of the water!! This probably takes the cake for my favorite Emily Henry book yet? How does she just keep getting better and better??? Charlie and Nora are literally the best couple and there were so many amazing moments between them. I cant wait for my physical book so i can go nuts and highlight all of my favorite interactions. I cried at the end and then stared at my kindle for 15 minutes after the book was over. I am still not completely recovered honestly..,.

I really loved the idea of story where they go to a small town from a beloved book and do all the cute things that happen in a romance novel - it's so Hallmark-y and sweet! The list of cliché romance read things-to-do is such a fun premise and really was a fantastic part of the story.

The sisterly bond was also really fun. I found the snark and witty banter between the sisters way more engaging than the romance banter - which seemed a bit inconsistent to me and quite forced.

I really enjoyed those parts of the story and thought it could have been great if it had just stuck to that. But I think there were just SO many tropes thrown in and so many storylines and repetition that I kinda felt like there were parts that just dragged too much, and I kept checking to see how many pages I had left.

I also didn't really get the shark part. Nora seemed sad to me (as referenced by her backstory WAY to many times... we get it, mom died.. It's sad, but do we need to be reminded 15 times?) She seemed quite caring with her clients and not a shark at all. Charlie was more of a "shark", but his backstory seemed glossed over and I never really understood their connection.

I wish I had enjoyed this one more - and I definitely think I'm in the minority, but it just seemed too long, too much unnecessary side and back stories, and the miscommunication (or lack of communication) trope is just not my favorite - which seems to be this authors forté. So maybe her books are just not for me, unfortunately.

I'm one of the biggest Beach Read fans in the world so I was so freaking excited to get this ARC! I honestly do think I love Nora and Charlie more than January and Augustus, and I absolutely adored their ending and the epilogue, but I think the actual development of their relationship could've been built up better. Maybe just because it's hard for me to imagine that they fell in love in just three weeks? However, when Emily Henry called this book "Book Lovers", she was not exaggerating. There was a Mhairi McFarlane reference, A Man Called Ove and A Little Life mention, AND MULTIPLE CALLBACKS TO BEACH READ!!! Emily Henry is constantly raising the bar with her writing; I absolutely fell in love with Charlie and I'm so excited to see how well I know this book is going to be. Can't wait for whatever she gives us next!

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I have no words for this book, I never do when it comes to Emily Henry. She has a an absurd talent for creating beautiful stories that will reach deeply inside of you and reflect back the things that make us truly human. Henry writes about true love. Imperfect, flawed, mess, and compromising. And she makes it beautiful.
I was so honored to receive a copy of Book Lovers early and as soon as I had a free moment I was devouring it. It follows cutthroat literary agent Nora Stephens who knows that she’s no one’s romance heroine, and Charlie Lastra a brooding editor. Their first encounters have not always been pleasant but now on vacation in North Carolina they keep running into each other and discover something that might be worth opening their hearts for.
I don’t think I’ve ever said this about a book but there is absolutely nothing I would change about this book. I truly can’t think of any ways that it could be any better. Henry’s ability to create dimensional characters that are fully able to exist outside of the romance plot is what makes her books feel so full, real, and intriguing and Book Lovers is no exception. Emily Henry has quickly risen into the league of my favorite authors and this beautiful novel has secured her position. If you loved Beach Read and People We Meet on Vacation than you are sure to adore Book Lovers as well.