Alexis:
Great Big Beautiful Life is Emily Henry’s new novel, and I’m happy that I got it fairly fast from the library!
This had the classic addicting Emily Henry writing style and banter. I loved how it was set in Georgia (my birth state!) and as a writer, I’m always a sucker for a novel about writers.
Through interviews, it had a story within a story, which I enjoyed. This brought a more literary and mystery feel to Great Big Beautiful Life than her other books, which I liked!
The story follows Alice, a writer who is asked to meet with Margaret, an ex-celebrity, for a chance to write her biography. But Alice finds out that Margaret is also looking into another writer named Hayden. While Margaret gives them a month-long trial period, Alice and Hayden try to win the job while also navigating their growing feelings for each other.
While the twist at the end was predictable, I really enjoyed this one overall and appreciated the stronger plot. I also always find Henry’s characters compelling and charming, but I especially loved Alice and her optimism.
Have you read this one yet?
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