Field Notes on Love by Jennifer E. Smith
Having just been dumped by his girlfriend, British-born Hugo is still determined to take his last-hurrah-before-college train trip across the United States. One snag: the companion ticket is already booked under the name of his ex, Margaret Campbell. Nontransferable, no exceptions.
Enter the new Margaret C. (Mae for short), an aspiring filmmaker with big dreams. After finding Hugo’s spare ticket offer online, she’s convinced it’s the perfect opportunity to expand her horizons.
When the two meet, the attraction is undeniable, and both find more than they bargained for. As Mae pushes Hugo to explore his dreams for his future, he’ll encourage her to channel a new, vulnerable side of her art. But when life off the train threatens the bubble they’ve created for themselves, will they manage to keep their love on track?
For the Reading Challenge(s):
N/A
The Reason
I’ve been craving sweet love stories!
The Quotes
“Most things are easier than you think,” she says. “It’s deciding to do them that’s hard.”
“That’s the thing. You almost never know when you’re saying goodbye to someone forever.”
“His heart aches, not because he loves her—he hasn’t for a long time now—but because he loved her once, and that’s something that never completely leaves you.”
“You don’t know what happiness is – what it really means – until it’s taken away from you. Then you realise the world will never be as bright as it was.”
My Thoughts
I’ve been missing light-hearted romance stories and liked the sound of this one. Two strangers traveling together in a somewhat forced proximity, and learning about each other and themselves in the process of their journey. It’s cute and a little cheesy, but it was sweet and feel-good, and I needed to feel good. I loved the two MCs and the way they interacted with each other. I loved how unique Hugo’s situation was, and how he struggled to find his place as an individual. I loved Mae’s passion for telling stories and eventually finding her own. It got really emotional near the end and I’m not ashamed to say I sobbed like a baby. I’ve read a couple of books previously by this author and enjoyed them, and I think I’ll be reading more.
My Rating
⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 stars.
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