Book Summary: Nothing Like the Movies A Novel by Lynn Painter

In Nothing Like the Movies, the heartwarming sequel to the New York Times bestselling Better Than the Movies, Lynn Painter invites readers back into Wes and Liz’s world as they navigate the complex waters of young love and college life.

As they struggle to balance their feelings for one another, Wes grapples with the heavy burden of grief after losing someone close.

Once filled with hope and dreams of playing college baseball alongside his best friend and girlfriend, Wes finds himself on an unexpected detour, forced to confront the pain of loss while seeking a path back to happiness and love.

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1. But just know that no matter what you decide, and no matter what happens, I will feel this way about you for the rest of my life.

2. There was never anyone else for me but you.

3. I exist to exist alongside of you.

4. It felt like a thousand memories of her—smiling at me, laughing with me, tangled up in my arms in my dorm room—swirled together and crashed into my lungs like a ninety-mile-an-hour fastball.

5. But I knew, as I sat alone on the deck at midnight, staring at the orange tip of a Swisher while everyone inside the house yelled ‘Happy New Year,’ that I’d never forgive myself for what my words had done to her face.

6. I’m not sure if things got quiet or loud, blurry or hyperfocused, but I know the universe changed as I looked at Liz, everything melting into impressionistic streaks of fuzzy background colors.

7. It’s bizarre that we were that wide-eyed and adorable just two short years ago.

8. Because this year was about to be everything.

9. Honestly, I was still beaming like a middle schooler in love when I walked into my first class.

10. It felt like I was on the precipice of everything finally happening.

11. Clark was like my platonic soulmate. I was as comfortable with him as I was with myself, and sometimes it felt like we were just extensions of each other.

12. Well, don’t,” he replied, giving me a smirk. “That stuff’ll clog your arteries and give you a jiggly ass. Stick to Bruin meal plan shit.

13. I was one hell of a sorry guy.

14. Because as nice as everyone was, I could tell they all felt sorry for me. Sorry about my dad, sorry about the fact I’d dropped out of college, sorry about the fact I was no longer playing baseball.

15. I am just Wes fucking Bennett, Lib, the guy who can’t remember a single day in his life when he didn’t love you.

Nothing Like the Movies A Novel by Lynn Painter Table Of Contents

Cover

Title Page

Dedication

New Year’s Eve

Chapter 1 to Chapter 46

Epilogue

The Soundtrack of Wes and Liz version 2 0

Acknowledgments

About the Author

Copyright

Nothing Like the Movies A Novel by Lynn Painter Book Summary

In the sequel Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter, Wes and Liz navigate the challenges of college life with heartache and growth, following Better Than the Movies.

Following a few lovely months, Wes had everything he wanted – his ideal partner, Liz, with him, prepared to begin their first year at UCLA. As they were about to start a new chapter, tragedy suddenly occurred, causing Wes to feel regret and ultimately lose Liz. Months later, Wes and Liz are both in college, but Wes is set on winning back Liz, fully aware that he hurt her by ending their relationship.

With the awareness of her affection for romantic gestures seen in rom-coms, Wes comes up with a set of complex strategies to reignite their love.

Nevertheless, Liz is not easily convinced. She has developed new friendships, one of which is a male friend, causing Wes to have difficulty connecting with her as she appears to have moved on. Even though he puts in genuine efforts, she continues to keep her distance, and Wes is unsure if their past love can be saved.

His plans influenced by romantic comedies, full of humor and sincerity, might not be sufficient to mend the hurt he inflicted. Throughout the narrative, we see Wes’s determination and personal development, realizing that love often demands not only extravagant displays but also empathy, tolerance, and, maybe, releasing control.

In this profoundly emotional sequel, Painter skillfully portrays the core concepts of youthful romance, heartache, and personal growth. Readers of Better Than the Movies will be transported back to Wes and Liz’s lives, experiencing heartwarming scenes and the genuine challenges of maturing.

The narrative skillfully delves into the idea that love is not always predictable and that the enchantment of romance lies in its unpredictability.

About the Author: Lynn Painter

Lynn Painter is a talented author of romantic comedies that resonate with both teens and adults. She has captured the hearts of readers with her engaging stories, including Better Than the Movies, Mr. Wrong Number, The Do-Over, Betting on You, and her latest work, Nothing Like the Movies. Lynn also shares her insights and passion for storytelling as a regular contributor to the Omaha World-Herald.

Residing in Nebraska with her husband and a lively brood of children, she brings the same energy to her writing that she experiences in her vibrant household. When she isn’t immersed in her books, you can find her indulging in rom-coms and fueled by her favorite energy drinks. Discover more about her work and adventures at LynnPainter.com, and connect with her on Instagram @LynnPainterKirkle or Twitter @LAPainter.

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