this was such a fun middle school romcom!! the cover was super cute and I had lots of fun reading this book, will definitely be checking out other books by Julia!! and I think my 12 year old sister would enjoy this

This is a cute book that involves the stomach dropping effects of first crushes and relationships alongside roller coasters and amusement park mascots. Packed with cute and awkward moments, it’s a wholesome adventure for kids who have ever wanted to work in an amusement park or fall in love.

What this book did well was capture awkward teen moments of crushes and relationships. There’s a lot of awkwardness and cute moments that are wholesome and age appropriate for the audience. The competition between them and their growing friendship is cute and fun. It reads a bit younger than the main characters are, but it’s ideal for kids in middle school.

The plot had some issues. The conflict was extremely predictable, making Henry look stupid for not realizing what was going on until earlier. Also, if the park is having financial problems, how did they end up being able to buy a new ride? If the park was struggling so much, why did a developer want to buy it? If Henry had an ankle injury that is preventing him from playing soccer, why is doing a job like an amusement park where he’d be walking around all the time a good idea? Also, why has she had such a bad falling out with her old friends at school — and why is it mentioned at all except in the very beginning and very end if It doesn’t really matter? I also wish the ending had a more gradual end or showed more from the characters taking action instead of everything just being tied up nicely.

I wish some of the characters were developed better. We have the best friend who is only there in the summers, but we don’t know much about her, and we have some interactions with other park workers but we don’t know much about them either than one defining characteristic. It doesn’t feel very fleshed out. Also, why is everybody here into moose puns? One or two characters might be one thing, but it seems like the puns were coming from all directions. It’s also difficult sometimes to understand what Coco wants. Does she want to work in the park or not? It’s almost like there was a draft where she wanted to and a draft where she didn’t and some of the discrepancies between them didn’t get resolved.

Overall, while there are flaws and the book isn’t anything particularly special, it’s a cute book that is a great intro for the age group it’s intended for.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy in exchange for my unbiased review.

This was a cute YA rom-com set over the summer at a family amusement park. I enjoyed the theme park setting, though I wonder why the daughter opted to be a moose in the middle of summer. Nepotism left her behind I guess. A fun summer romance for teens.

A middle grade read that I can see my niece reading & loving when she’s of age.

This was a very cute, fluffy read. Coco works at her families amusement park for the summer, which I love because it’s not something you see often in books as a setting so it made things more fun and cute! Something I can see my niece doing when she’s older since she lives near one. As 14 year olds, naturally brings on drama, miscommunications, crushing & more!

This was extremely cute for the audience intended for. Thank you NetGalley for the ARC!

Love love love.

Im a huge fan of theme park books in general, but this story just charmed me so much! The main character is 14 years old, starting a first job at her family's amusement park, and it has the whole quirky vibe of the old Simon Pulse paperback. Its a quick read, the voice is the perfect balance of snarky and emotional teen. I just know my teens will love this book.

Highly recommend for middle school libraries and public libraries. A perfect bridge book between the 12 age mc domination and the older YA. Bravo. Can't wait to see more like it.

Thank you for this ARC from NetGalley. I really enjoyed reading this book. There was humor, fun, great characters, and it was a really cute middle school romance. To anyone who likes reading about a middle school romance, workplace/amusement park/first job romance, or love some puns and funny characters this book is for you.

I adored this book!!
It was written very well and was an easy read. Sometimes, I feel things are made too complicated for the story, but this book did conflict/resolution very well. It was realistic and fun! Coco and Henry had me smitten, haha. They were so cute, and I loved this read!!
Thank you so much for this opportunity. Buying a physical copy ASAP!

3.5 stars
Meet Coco and Henry in the amusement park called “Wonderland”, set in the beautiful Adirondack mountains! They will take you on an adventurous, often hilarious, and sometimes scary tour of the park! Be sure to stick with Coco, because 1.)as the owner’s daughter she grew up here , so knows every nook and cranny, and 2).she sometimes gets her friends jobs here! Plus, Henry’s really new, so he’s learning the ropes about everything, from moose facts to how to choose the coolest arcade prizes. But there’s a few surprises around the corner for him and for Coco herself…
The main characters were 15, but the content would be very appealing for middle-grade readers as well as for Y.A. (especially those contemplating summer jobs!) I know as a parent/teacher, the absence of underage drinking, drug use, foul language, and sex scenes for a Y.A. novel was a refreshing change. This sweet romance book was like a breath of fresh air!

*I received a digital copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are strictly my own.*

Great story, i enjoyed the characters. It was so easy to enjoy this book. This book was fun and cute. My daughter is the perfect age and i think she would love this book, definitely going to buy her a copy.

Meet Me at Wonderland is a sweet, heartfelt middle grade romance that perfectly captures the magic of summer. With its charming amusement park setting, relatable characters, and dual POV narration, this story is full of heart, humor, and growth.

Coco and Henry feel refreshingly real—flawed, hopeful, and learning from their mistakes. I especially loved seeing Henry’s inner world and his journey to overcome his fears. The vibrant setting, from arcades to bumper cars, adds a joyful layer to the story, making it a perfect summer read.

This book made me smile, made me nostalgic, and made me want to visit a fair immediately. Highly recommended for fans of coming-of-age stories with heart and humor.

This was a very easy and cute read. This is the story of two teenagers working at an amusement park during the summer. Coco and Henry have a rocky beginning, but they slowly become friends. And then feelings develop. This is a dual POV, told through the eyes of both Henry and Coco. I liked this book, and it was a light read. This would be a perfect read for young teenage girls who are also experiencing their first crush. Beware, there are A LOT of moose puns.

This was a very cute book. Loved the writing and story was fun. The age was much younger than me, so was very easy to read. Found it a little predictable but I liked it cause it gave everything I wanted in the book.

Meet Me at Wonderland is a super cute middle grade rom-com. Coco is working over the summer at her family's amusement park. The new higher Henry is the cutest boy Coco has ever seen. Make sure to read this one to see how their story plays out. I would highly recommend this to those in middle school that are looking for age appropriate romances.

Mascots, summer crushes, and a family amusement park — yes please!
A fun, flirty middle grade summer rom-com!
If you love amusement parks, awkward first crushes, and heartwarming coming-of-age moments, you’ll love Coco and Henry’s story.
Set against the backdrop of a family-run theme park, this sweet read mixes laughs, secret plans, and just the right amount of drama.
A perfect pick for fans of feel-good, summery middle grade reads!

Petitioning to have more books set at Amusement Parks! Thank you Julia DeVillers for delivering such a fun setting that I love at an older age but know that my younger self would have been GAGA for!

It’s Coco’s first official year working at her family’s amusement park and has goals to make MVP… ASAP. With a new hire… Henry that she starts to crush on… and a little bit of competition to win the MVP spot Coco’s summer is off to a good start until it isn’t.

Middle grade romcoms are some of the most wholesome books out there and this one won my heart. I loved these characters and would love to visit them again. So many opportunities to make future books with Coco and Henry 😉 The setting is one of my favorites I’ve read in a long time. You can hear the rollercoaster zipping by, smell the funnel cakes, and maybe the moose suit 🫎

Thank you Simon Kids

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This is a fun lighthearted story. It touches on some tough topics in a well written way. I loved that it was dual pov and first person. Great characters that was easy to relate to.