《滑稽故事》是一部浪漫喜剧，讲述了社交障碍的图书管理员达芙妮在未婚夫彼得为了好友佩特拉而离开她后，如何走出情伤的故事。命运弄人，达芙妮与佩特拉的前男友迈尔斯成为了室友。起初，两人为了气气各自的前任而假装交往，但随着他们逐渐克服各自的创伤和心魔，这段虚假的恋情开始萌生出真挚的情感。
这部小说以风景如画的中西部小镇为背景，以艾米丽·亨利标志性的机智对话和人物之间明显的化学反应为特色。达芙妮和迈尔斯既讨人喜欢，又很有亲和力，他们的感情逐渐从喜剧转为真挚，使他们的故事充满了欢笑和辛酸的时刻。叙事充满内省深度和现实主义色彩，与典型的浪漫喜剧模式略有不同，更多地关注个人成长和情感治愈。
While “Funny Story” is Emily Henry’s most commercial romance, filled with 浪漫 escapades and charming banter, it mirrors the style of her previous works like “Beach Read” and “Book Lovers.” The book concludes with a beautifully crafted epilogue that ties up the complex relationship dynamics in a satisfying conclusion. For avid romance readers, this novel is a delightful read. However, those who favor literature with a heavier emphasis on grounded, introspective storytelling may find it good but not exceptional. Nonetheless, Emily Henry’s ability to weave humor and heart into her Stories shines through, making “Funny Story” a recommended read for those who enjoy a good blend of romance and drama.
另请阅读：《无情誓言》：作者：丽贝卡·罗斯
