In this episode of Tropes & Tribulations, we're unpacking Funny Story by Emily Henry - in full, glorious spoiler-filled detail. We break down all the banter, heartbreak, healing, and that delicious slow burn. From forced proximity to emotional growth and those quietly devastating moments, we're diving deep into Daphne's story, the romance that snuck up on her (and us), and the summer that changed everything.

We talk tropes, side characters, red flags and of course, the moments that mad us laugh and cry. If you've read Funny Story and need to debrief, we're your people.

Welcome to the very first episode of Tropes & Tribulations. In this spoiler-free pilot, Holly and Grace discuss Funny Story by Emily Henry - a romance full of roommate chaos, emotional baggage, and banter that bites. If you're looking for your next book to read, the spoiler-free episodes are perfect for you! We break down the back-of-the-book blurb (does it do the story justice?), highlight the key tropes, dish out our first impressions and ask the big question: is this one for the shelf or a DNF? Plus. we'll let you know who we think will love it... and who might not.