A review by sogladtoreadyou
The House on Mulberry Street by Jeannie Chin

5.0

Elizabeth Wu and Graham Lewis have been best friends forever to the point where they even live with each other in a small apartment. They get along so perfectly and compliment one another.

Elizabeth is 1 of 3 sisters and she considers herself the f*ck up sister as she was born 2 months before her due date, got arrested once, and can’t show up on time. She helps her family out at their inn and she teaches painting, but she dreams about being an artist. Elizabeth depends a lot on Graham for support, friendship, and at times, with finances. Elizabeth is determined to make it as an artist by creating an art festival, which will have her work and other artists’ work.

Graham considers himself boring, has a great job, and has recently bought a purple house. He has been in love with Elizabeth, but is too scare to make a move in case she doesn’t feel the same way. He bought a house to start a new life by moving out of their apartment and potentially start dating.

Elizabeth is so shocked by this news until Graham tells her the reason why. He wants to be with her and surprisingly makes his move. Elizabeth is even more shocked by this! How do they navigate their friendship after this kiss? How will Elizabeth do with putting together an art festival?

I really enjoyed reading this book, especially the interaction between Elizabeth and Graham. You could tell that Graham is so in love with Elizabeth. I liked seeing what happens next in their friendship.