Emily Henry is the gold standard for romance that doesn't treat its readers like they're simple. Funny Story takes a messy, painful premise—your fiancé leaving you for his childhood best friend—and turns it into something that feels like a warm Michigan summer evening.
The banter is sharp, the characters have actual depth, and the emotional stakes feel real. The roommate dynamic between a buttoned-up children's librarian and a scruffy, heartbroken Miles is where the book really finds its rhythm.
It’s an emotionally intelligent and genuinely funny 'drop everything and read it' recommendation for adults. Just keep in mind it’s a romance novel for grown-ups; the sex is on the page and the language is salty. If your teen is raiding your nightstand, maybe have a chat about the 'spice' level first.