39 pages • 1 hour read
368
Novel • Fiction
Nebraska • Contemporary
2021
YA
15-18 years
HL750L
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
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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.
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.
486,668 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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368
Novel • Fiction
Nebraska • Contemporary
2021
YA
15-18 years
HL750L
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