Netflix cranks out these romantic stories based on popular books and this is the latest (by Emily Henry). Emily Bader and Tom Blyth play best friends who decide to meet every year and share a vacation. Of course, the inevitable romantic attraction develops, but not before the typical setbacks. There’s nothing new in this series, except that they get to visit some cool locations. Bader manages a bit of quirk in her character, while Blyth is cute but ineffectual. The pace keeps things moving and there’s sufficient chemistry between them to make it bearable. The writing or supporting characters add nothing unique. Like most of these, it’s got a continual background of soulful pop songs that sound like they could all have been written by Taylor Swift. Fans of this genre who are just looking for a reassuring formula may enjoy, but it’s one of many quickly forgotten bland romantic ventures. 
(2 / 5)
