Happy Place is a timely reminder that it's never too late to start over and find happiness. It is also a great choice for fans of Emily Henry's other works, such as Beach Read. The novel is suitable for readers who enjoy contemporary romance and stories about personal growth and self-acceptance. The chemistry between Harper and Jake is palpable, and their relationship is built slowly and believably. The characters are well-developed and complex, with realistic flaws and struggles. The author's writing style is descriptive and evocative, bringing the small town setting and lakeside resort to life. The story is well-written and engaging, with a satisfying conclusion that leaves the reader feeling uplifted and hopeful.

Harper's journey towards healing and finding her 'happy place' is relatable and touching. The novel deals with themes of family, forgiveness, and self-discovery. As the summer progresses, Harper must confront her fears and doubts and learn to trust herself and others. As they work together, Harper starts to develop feelings for Jake, but she is hesitant to let herself be vulnerable again. The story also introduces Jake, a local carpenter who helps Harper with the renovations. She reconnects with her estranged sister and finds solace in renovating the family's old lakeside resort. After losing her job and breaking up with her boyfriend, Harper decides to return to her childhood home, a small town in Michigan.

It’s a flawless plan (if you look at it from a great distance and through a pair of sunscreen-smeared sunglasses).Happy Place by Emily Henry is a heartwarming romance novel that follows the story of Harper Evans, a woman who is struggling to overcome her past and find happiness in her life. Harriet will be the driven surgical resident who never starts a fight, and Wyn will be the laid-back charmer who never lets the cracks show. They can’t stand to break their friends’ hearts, and so they’ll play their parts. Because the cottage is for sale and this is the last week they’ll all have together in this place. Only this year, Harriet and Wyn are lying through their teeth while trying not to notice how desperately they still want each other. Their annual respite from the world, where for one vibrant, blue week they leave behind their daily lives have copious amounts of cheese, wine, and seafood and soak up the salty coastal air with the people who understand them most. Which is how they find themselves sharing a bedroom at the Maine cottage that has been their friend group’s yearly getaway for the last decade. And still haven’t told their best friends. Except, now-for reasons they’re still not discussing-they don’t. Harriet and Wyn have been the perfect couple since they met in college-they go together like salt and pepper, honey and tea, lobster and rolls.