Kid Reviews of Better Than the Movies

Book Lynn Painter Romance 2021
Better Than the Movies book cover: Title in large blue letters surrounded by several small images of a White red-haired young woman and a young man with brown-hair and tan skin reenacting scenes from popular romcoms

Kids Say

age 12+

Based on 88 kid reviews

Kids say this book is an incredibly enjoyable rom-com, celebrated for its charming enemies-to-lovers dynamic and relatable characters, particularly the lead, Wes. While it features some swearing and mentions of alcohol and grief, the overall messaging is positive and it appeals to a middle school audience and older, with many readers expressing their love for the humor and depth of the story.

  • engaging romance
  • relatable characters
  • positive messaging
  • mild language
  • appropriate for teens
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Better Than the Movies book cover: Title in large blue letters surrounded by several small images of a White red-haired young woman and a young man with brown-hair and tan skin reenacting scenes from popular romcoms

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