about the project and casting

“Happy Place” by Emily Henry is a contemporary romance novel that revolves around themes of love, friendship, and finding happiness. The story follows Harriet and Wyn, a couple who broke up months ago but haven’t told their best friends. When their friend group plans a reunion at a cottage in Maine, they decide to pretend to still be together for the week. As the week progresses, old feelings resurface, and they must confront their past and decide if they have a future together. Emily Henry is known for her engaging characters, witty dialogue, and heartfelt storytelling, making “Happy Place” a delightful read for fans of romance and contemporary fiction.

Netflix has optioned the novel “Happy Place” by Emily Henry for Jennifer Lopez’s Nuyorican Productions. Plans to adapt the novel as a series are underway, and producers and streaming executives are currently meeting with writers.

Emily Henry is a No. 1 New York Times and No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author whose novels include “Book Lovers,” “People We Meet on Vacation,” and “Beach Read.”