Better Than The Movies Book Review

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I normally wouldn’t read romances, but my friend really likes them and this was a book swap. 


Better Than the Movies is about a highschool girl named Liz in her senior year. The book is mainly about Liz trying to convince a boy she’s had a crush on since primary school, along with the struggles of moving on from her late mother. Liz's mom died when she was young, and controls much of her life. Liz was really close to her mom and is constantly thinking about what her mom would’ve wanted her to do. Her love of music, vintage, and most importantly: perfect romance. 


When a boy she’d always had a crush on moves back to town, she believes he is perfect for her. But it appears he’s been getting close to another girl. Liz teams up with her annoying next door neighbor by making a deal with him. 


Throughout this adventure, readers learn just how much her late mother affects her life. Readers learn about the attachments that could still be held onto and the process of grief. The topic of having to accept a new parent is also introduced, as well as having to move on with life without feeling like the loved one is forgotten. 



Personal opinions: I predicted who Liz ends up with within the first chapter, which I get that’s how most romances work from Romantasy (I learned a new word :D ) but it did feel a bit cliche finding out so early. The book did grow on me over time though, I really liked the introduction to grief and accepting a step-parent. I’ve found out this year that I prefer reading fantasy books, but without romance and will look into more pure-fantasy books. Though, since romance was more of the main plot here, I didn’t feel too upset over it at all. I don’t think this genre is for me because it took me way too long to finish because of lack of interest, but I can definitely  appreciate it. Would recommend it to people who like the Romance genre.

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