Review: The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight by Jennifer E. Smith

    Book: The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight by Jennifer E. Smith
    Pages: 236
    Genre: Young Adult, Romance
    Source: Library

Short Synopsis: Hadley is forced to go to her father's wedding in London. On the plane ride over, she meets a curious boy named Oliver, and together they embark on a journey of self discovery and love.

My Thoughts: A definitely interesting take on a "what if" scenario, and I could not take my eyes off of it! 

Hadley isn't too thrilled to go to her father's wedding, and to finally meet the woman that split up her parent's marriage. But her father is making her go, without question. So when Hadley makes it to the airport, she somehow manages to miss her flight by four minutes. Hadley grabs the next flight available, and is now stuck at the airport.
While killing time at the airport, Hadley meets a boy named Oliver who is nice enough to help out with a luggage issue. As they get to know each other a little better, they discover that they are both on the same flight to London. Once the plane boards, the two talk nonstop about anything and everything, learning about each other's fears, likes and dislikes, and their family.
Before the two know it, the plane lands at London, and the two become separated and lost in the crowded airport. Can fate intervene and bring the two back together, once more?

I really enjoyed reading this novel. The novel is centered on Hadley's point of view, and the issues that she must face while trying to get to her father's wedding in London. The novel has an interesting setting, which the majority is based at the airport. I loved the situation that Hadley was put in, because really, who actually really does find love at first sight, in an airport, where everyone is usually in a rush to be somewhere else?
I loved reading the chemistry the two had. Most times I'm not fond of a two character point of view, but it would have been interesting to read about Oliver's point of view on the situation as well. Smith writes in such a unique style, that I couldn't wait to read what happens next in the story, and found myself devouring every page.
There's a lot of "what ifs" and second chances connected throughout the story, which kind of reminded me of an old movie called Serendipity, which had the same type of feel to it as well. The novel is a great story about finding love, self discovery, and acceptance. This was the first novel I've read from this author and I can't wait to read more.

Would I recommend this book: Yes!

Rating: I give this book a 5/5.