The Do-Over Summary Overview

Trapped in a Valentine's Day time loop, Emilie's romantic disaster repeats endlessly in this Junior Library Guild Selection that's captivated 129,000+ Goodreads readers. What makes this time-bending love story so addictive that BookTok can't stop swooning? Your perfect February escape awaits.

Key Themes in The Do-Over Summary

  • time loop romance
  • letting go of control
  • academic failure recovery
  • enemies to lovers
  • reclaiming personal agency

Best Quotes from The Do-Over Summary

  • Love requires careful calculation, not blind faith in destiny.

  • Valentine's Day is officially ruined.

  • Josh still cheats, her dad still announces his move to Texas.

  • WHATEVER I FUCKING FEEL LIKE.

  • I had a marvelous time ruining everything.

Characters in The Do-Over Summary

  • Emilie HornbySeventeen-year-old planner trapped in a time loop
  • Nick StarkEmilie's brooding Chemistry lab partner
  • Josh SuttonEmilie's seemingly perfect boyfriend
  • MacyJosh's ex-girlfriend

About the Author

About the Author of The Do-Over

Lynn Painter is the New York Times bestselling author of The Do-Over and a celebrated voice in young adult and adult romantic comedy fiction. Known for her witty, heartfelt storytelling, Painter expertly crafts contemporary rom-coms that blend humor with emotional depth, exploring themes of second chances, self-discovery, and the complexities of modern relationships.

Her breakout debut, Better Than the Movies, has garnered over 700,000 ratings on Goodreads and established her as a leading figure in the genre. Other notable works include Mr. Wrong Number, Betting on You, and Nothing Like the Movies. Beyond her novels, Painter regularly contributes to the Omaha World-Herald's parenting section, bringing her signature humor to nonfiction writing.

Living in Nebraska with her husband and children, Painter draws from her own experiences to create relatable, swoon-worthy stories. Her books have collectively reached millions of readers worldwide, with The Do-Over becoming a fan favorite for its fresh take on starting over and finding unexpected love.

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