Book description
Emily Henry's first three novels now arrive together in a charming boxed set that feels like a literary holiday package. From the moment you open "Beach Read, People We Meet on Vacation, and Book Lovers," you're greeted by the unmistakable sparkle of Henry's prose-quick wit, playful banter, and a lightness that makes each page feel like sunshine.
The set is a celebration of the modern romance genre in its most joyful form. In Beach Read, we meet June, a romance writer who has lost faith in love, and Gus, a literary novelist stuck in a creative rut. Their summer-long writing challenge pulls them out of their shells and into each other's worlds, turning what could have been a simple plot about "writing a book" into an exploration of how stories can change us when we let ourselves be vulnerable.
People We Meet on Vacation takes the same playful tone but adds a layer of friendship drama. Alex and Poppy are inseparable until a drunken night two years ago turns their vacation into a disaster. Their decision to take one last trip together is both nostalgic and daring, forcing them to confront past hurts while rediscovering why they became best friends in the first place.
The third novel, Book Lovers, feels like the culmination of Henry's love for the literary world. A cut-throat agent, tired of chasing deals, decides to take a break with her sister in Sunshine Falls, NC. There she meets the brooding editor from her past-an encounter that sparks both romance and self-discovery. The setting is idyllic, the dialogue razor-sharp, and the stakes personal.
What ties these books together is Henry's signature blend of humor and heart. She writes characters who are simultaneously perfect for their readers and deeply flawed, making each relationship feel authentic. Her jokes land with a breezy confidence that keeps you turning pages, while her emotional beats resonate long after you close the book.
For anyone looking to dive into contemporary romantic fiction that is as smart as it is entertaining, this boxed set offers a complete experience. The trio showcases Henry's gift for crafting stories that feel both fresh and familiar-a reminder that love, whether in summer sand or quiet mountain towns, always finds its way back to us when we open our hearts.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience