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A review by enchantedfiction
The Break-Up Pact by Emma Lord
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
*Thank you, Macmillan, for the audiobook copy!*
June Hart became a viral meme overnight when her boyfriend of 10 years dumped her on live television. Her high school best friend, Levi, had a very similar public break up around the same time. But June and Levi haven't spoken much since they had a falling out, only really checking up on each other through their mutuals. But when Levi returns to Benson Beach unexpectedly and the two are seen together, they go viral again as the Revenge Exes. Both have their reasons for keeping the charade going, but when June starts having old feelings towards Levi, she might just end up being burned again.
This story was really cute and makes me want all of the rom-com stories with a cooking/baking element. The fake dating of the golden retriever old best friend angle with some past shared grief sprinkled in was a good way to keep the story from feeling one dimensional. I was invested in both how June and Levi's story would end and how their individual stories would pan out. I enjoyed the side characters and the setting of Benson Beach. I actively wanted to punch June's ex, Griffin, in the fave, so I think the jerk angle was done well, too.
I just wish that there wasn't such a back and forth with June and Levi during one part of the story, but it wasn't enough to really put me off. I just felt like most of the story, June had a really good head on her shoulders after having been burned pretty badly from her past relationship, and then at one point, would trust Levi unconditionally, and then have all of these questions the next and not really trust him at all. If the weariness had stayed through this particular part, I feel like it would have made a little more sense.
I highly recommend this one to anyone who enjoys a good rom-com story and enjoys a fun summer vibe with a little cozy tea shop!
June Hart became a viral meme overnight when her boyfriend of 10 years dumped her on live television. Her high school best friend, Levi, had a very similar public break up around the same time. But June and Levi haven't spoken much since they had a falling out, only really checking up on each other through their mutuals. But when Levi returns to Benson Beach unexpectedly and the two are seen together, they go viral again as the Revenge Exes. Both have their reasons for keeping the charade going, but when June starts having old feelings towards Levi, she might just end up being burned again.
This story was really cute and makes me want all of the rom-com stories with a cooking/baking element. The fake dating of the golden retriever old best friend angle with some past shared grief sprinkled in was a good way to keep the story from feeling one dimensional. I was invested in both how June and Levi's story would end and how their individual stories would pan out. I enjoyed the side characters and the setting of Benson Beach. I actively wanted to punch June's ex, Griffin, in the fave, so I think the jerk angle was done well, too.
I just wish that there wasn't such a back and forth with June and Levi during one part of the story, but it wasn't enough to really put me off. I just felt like most of the story, June had a really good head on her shoulders after having been burned pretty badly from her past relationship, and then at one point, would trust Levi unconditionally, and then have all of these questions the next and not really trust him at all. If the weariness had stayed through this particular part, I feel like it would have made a little more sense.
I highly recommend this one to anyone who enjoys a good rom-com story and enjoys a fun summer vibe with a little cozy tea shop!
Content Warnings
Minor: Grief