Better Than the Movies

I went into Better Than Movies hoping for a good enemies-to-lovers story, but that aspect fell flat for me. The tension between Lis and Wes felt half-hearted and never quite reached the level of real conflict or animosity that makes that trope so fun.
Lis, our leading lady, was a real piece of work. She's got that whole “I'm not arguing, I'm just explaining why I'm right” energy, and sometimes it was hard not to roll my eyes at her. But, honestly, I did get where she was coming from most of the time. Her stubbornness made her a bit irritating, but it also gave her a certain relatability, saving her from being a totally unbearable character.
Now, Wes? He was a total charmer. His sweetness really balanced out Lis's prickly side, and he's the kind of character you can't help but root for.
So while the book was still enjoyable in its own way, I couldn't help but wish the author had leaned harder into that trope. It could have added a lot more complexity and fun to their dynamic.