

Love by the Book
2015-01-24 · 90 min · ★ 6.3
Bookstore owner Emma believes in fairy tales. Although she has yet to be swept away by prince charming, she sees real knight in shining armor potential with a new suitor, Landon. As Emma balances time with Landon and saving her bookstore with once irritating business consultant, Eric, however, she weighs storybook romance against genuine commitment. While she sorts out her feelings toward Landon and Eric, as well as toward love and romance, Emma begins to realize that fairytale endings aren't always by the book.
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- David S. Cass Sr.
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- United States of America
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Leah ReneeEmma
Kristopher TurnerEric
Ryan BittleLandon
Stefanie PowersMarilyn
John SchneiderFrank
Cherilyn WilsonJane Graham
Cuyle CarvinGreg Thompson
Michael EnsignPhilip
Joelle BetterYoung Jane
Danielle LangloisCarolyn LakeTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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