The People We Meet on Vacation, a review by Amy

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The People We Meet on Vacation
By Emily Henry
384 pages
Berkley Books

I was in need of a good escape…something funny and endearing…something that would occasionally take my breath away. And this book provided exactly what I was looking for. Witty banter, easy to connect with characters, and plenty of opportunities to sigh with contentment. Emily Henry is at her best, and I enjoyed every minute of vacation I spent with Poppy and Alex.

Alex and Poppy… they are likable, genuine, multi-faceted, and easy to cheer for. They are complete opposites, yet I found pieces of myself in each of them. I love that when Poppy can’t quite put into words how she feels, she says something completely offhand like, “You’re so tall.” And Alex just seems to know what’s in her heart. *Sigh*

In the midst of enticing vacation jaunts, Henry reminds us that home isn’t always a place. Home is often the person/people with whom you feel most yourself and fully loved.

Oh friends…you won’t be disappointed by this one. It’s a perfect beach or pool companion.  And if you can’t manage to sneak off for a little getaway, this book will be your perfect escape.  Add it to your summer reading list and enjoy a mini holiday alongside Poppy and Alex.

-Amy