Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter

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Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter is a heartwarming and charming young adult romance novel that will make you fall in love with the characters and their journey. The story follows Liz Buxbaum, a high school senior who is a firm believer in romantic comedies and the idea of finding her very own "movie-worthy" love story. However, her reality is far from perfect, and when her childhood crush, Michael, returns and still thinks of her as "Little Liz," she has to do something about it. When her frenemy, Wes, suggests that they fake date in order to make Michael want Liz more, Liz agrees, hoping to find her own happily ever after. What follows is a beautiful and hilarious journey of self-discovery, friendship, and love, as Liz learns that life is not a movie, and real love can be even better than the movies. 

Painter's writing is engaging and witty, and she has created a cast of lovable and relatable characters that you can't help but root for. Liz is a strong and determined protagonist who is not afraid to stand up for what she believes in, even if it means going against the norms of her society. Wes, on the other hand, is a hilarious and charming character who provides the perfect comic relief throughout the book. What sets "Better Than the Movies" apart from other YA romance novels is its focus on friendship and self-discovery, in addition to the romantic storyline. Painter explores the theme of self-acceptance beautifully through Liz's journey, as she learns to love and accept herself for who she is, flaws and all. 

Overall, "Better Than the Movies" is a delightful and heartwarming book that will make you laugh, cry, and fall in love. It is a must-read for fans of young adult romance novels and anyone who has ever dreamed of finding their own movie-worthy love story.

-Cali

Comments

  1. Jonathan ChenMay 6, 2023 at 12:37 PM

    Hi Cali, this sounds like an interesting book. I find it intriguing that this book focuses a lot more on friendships compared to other YA novels. It's a nice break from the constant focus on the need for romantic love.

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  2. Chloe Robberts-MosserMay 8, 2023 at 9:17 AM

    Hi Cali, this book sounds pretty interesting. I'm usually not into YA romance novels because of all the love, but this book sounds like a really funny and overall great read with a good cast of characters. I might check this one out later.

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  3. Kyle FanMay 12, 2023 at 6:26 PM

    Hi Cali, this review made "Better Than the Movies" seem like a really interesting romcom book without spoiling any information.

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  4. Eve AndersonMay 15, 2023 at 10:56 AM

    As a movie watcher myself, the line between fiction and reality definitely calls for some thought. Your focus on the characters rather than the plot I think really proves the importance of people, not actions, which is something movies will always lack. Great post!

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  5. Olisa AllanahMay 16, 2023 at 10:19 AM

    Hey Cali, this is a good review!

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