Funny Story

Bookseller recommendation

“If Emily Henry has thousands of fans, I am one of them. If Emily Henry has one fan, I am that one. If Emily Henry has no fans, I am dead. Daphne and Miles are the comfortable reliability of your dinnertime game show & the warmest quilt of eccentricities. A beautiful friends-to-lovers story.”

— Nyawira • Page 158 Books

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“My favorite Emily Henry book so far! My first impressions of Daphne and Miles make them seem like an unlikely pair, but I loved how their relationship unfolded throughout the story. My favorite part, however, is how Daphne finds confidence in herself and a sense of belonging (the setting truly becomes a character in this book). Daphne becomes even more relatable throughout the tale as she comes to realize that, like others who have let her down, she too is flawed and has room to grow. ”

— Brittany H. • Book Bar

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“This was my first foray into the world of Emily Henry and I am ready to take a deep dive into all of her books. Daphne, the protagonist of the story, is dealing with heartbreak after her fiancé leaves her for his best friend from childhood. The story of her figuring out what to do next is at times heartbreaking, resilient, and downright hilarious. The characters in this book, from equally heartbroken Miles, to her flighty father, to co-workers who appear the exact opposite of her, make up a well thought out, intertwined cast that I would love to grab a drink with after work. Small-town and scenic Waning Bay, Michigan serves as the background, and makes me want to book a summer trip there tomorrow. Highly recommend!”

— Kelli • The Novel Narwhal

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“Funny Story is probably my favorite Emily Henry novel right now. There’s light fake-dating, broken hearts, new friendships, new love and so much more within this story. ”

— Keeley • Ink Drinkers Anonymous

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“Emily Henry doesn't miss! Where to begin? The title is perfect for the story, I've realized this by the fact that every time I go to explain the plot to someone I start with 'so... funny story..." then go talking about the plot and how it's pretty much 'wife swap' in a sense! I lovedddd Miles and his crocs. Emily has such a knack for making the perfect MMC. And the fact that Daphne was there to witness him breaking through his trauma and help him through it. *chef's kiss* 5 out of 5 stars! ”

— Amber • The Book Cellar

Bookseller recommendation

“If Emily Henry has thousands of fans, I am one of them. If Emily Henry has one fan, I am that one. If Emily Henry has no fans, I am dead. Daphne and Miles are the comfortable reliability of your dinnertime game show & the warmest quilt of eccentricities. A beautiful friends-to-lovers story.”

— Nyawira Nyota • Page 158 Books

Bookseller recommendation

“This is my first read from Emily Henry (I'm late, I know!) and it was such a refreshing and fun read. While it does delve into serious topics, Daphne and Miles are funny and the kinds of characters you want to root for (especially given the rough beginning of the book)! Julia Whelan does a fantastic job, as usual, of portraying the characters' emotions fully as well. Sometimes pretend 'man voices' can be super awkward but she makes it work, as though Daphne is telling the story to a friend perhaps. Overall this was a great time and I flew through the audiobook! ”

— Lindsay • The Adventure-Inn Bookshop

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“This made me laugh days after I finished it. ”

— Erin • White Rose Books & More

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“A lovely and humorous love story! Narrated by Julia Whelan, you don't want to miss reading (or listening) to this cute romance about taking chances in unexpected situations, and learning to grow and live on your own terms. This is my new favorite Emily Henry book!”

— Claire • Bright Side Bookshop

Bookseller recommendation

“If you’re in the mood for a laugh-out-loud romance, Funny Story by Emily Henry is a perfect pick! Known for her witty, heartwarming novels, Emily Henry delivers once again with this hilarious and charming story. You won’t be disappointed! The audiobook’s performance is fantastic, bringing the humor and heart of the characters to life. Enjoy a delightful story that will have you smiling the whole way through. ”

— In Bloom Books • In Bloom Books

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“A fun fast paced rom-com with lots of character development and growth. ”

— Rosalyn • PRINTED

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“Emily Henry continues to shine in this delightful fake-dating, friends-to-lovers, slow-burn rom-com. Admittedly, I'll read whatever Emily Henry writes, but this one gets extra points for its Michigan setting and New Girl-esque main characters. The excellent narration is the icing on this particularly enjoyable cake!”

— Chelsea • Bromley's Books