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Better Than the Movies

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021

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Lynn Painter

Better Than the Movies

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nebraska • Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

Lexile Level

HL750L

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Super Short Summary

In Lynn Painter's Better Than the Movies, Liz Buxbaum, a high school senior passionate about romance movies, enlists the help of her annoying neighbor, Wes, to win over her childhood crush, Michael, for prom. Through a series of romantic misadventures, Liz discovers that her "happily ever after" might lie with the unpredictable Wes rather than the idealized Michael.

Romantic

Humorous

Nostalgic

Heartwarming

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.4

486,668 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter is praised for its delightful blend of humor and romance, capturing the charm of classic rom-coms. Readers appreciate the engaging characters and witty dialogue. Some find the plot predictable, but the emotional depth and nostalgic elements resonate well. Overall, it's a feel-good read for romantic comedy fans.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Better Than the Movies?

Young adult readers who adore romantic comedies and enjoy a mix of wit and heartfelt moments would relish Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter. Fans of To All the Boys I've Loved Before by Jenny Han and The Fill-In Boyfriend by Kasie West will find this novel equally charming and engaging.

4.4

486,668 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Nebraska • Contemporary

Publication Year

2021

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

15-18 years

Lexile Level

HL750L

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