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Contemporary rom com dual point of view very low spice. Is it partially closed door when you are in the room but the act is not explicitly detailed (lol)? This book was very endearing and a lot of fun to read. The main characters are imperfect but likeable. The story is funny and the leads have great chemistry. The progression of their relationship was believable and I was rooting for them. I'll be looking for other books from this author to add to my never ending tbr list.
Loved this book and recommend it to all romance lovers…. Jo Watters would rather do anything than go to her ex-husband Ben’s wedding to perfect Monica, and if it wasn't for her beloved children she would already be far, far away. But having promised to be civilised for the sake of their soon-to-be-blended family she is headed to Spain with a fixed smile and hoping for a very fixed drink!
But when Jo realises that she’s on the same plane as Monica's ex-husband, the devastatingly handsome but equally cantankerous Adrián, she thinks her trip can’t get any worse... she’s wrong. When bad weather forces the plane to land the wrong side of the Pyrenees, and the hotel they’re sent to only has one double room available Jo begins to wish she was anywhere - anywhere - but here... Top-drawer romantic escapism! If you need cheering up and some unashamed escapism, this is perfect! This author is the queen of uplifting, feel good romance! Buy it……..
Jo and Adrian are trying to get to their ex's wedding and end up on the same plane. quick enjoyable read.
*4.5 stars rounded up*
A Wedding in the Sun was a quick and enjoyable read. I really liked both of the main characters, who felt so imperfectly human. While they are going through some incredibly difficult situations and are understandably stressed, over time they are both able to admit to their flaws and accept each other as they are. Both characters go through a lot of growth as they process the grief from their previous marriages ending. Despite so many things going wrong on their journey, there’s also a sense of optimism about the positive experiences they wouldn't have had otherwise. I loved the adventure of the road trip, from the Pyrenees mountains to the beaches of Spain.
Thank you to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for the advance review copy of A Wedding in the Sun! All opinions in my review are completely my own.
A Wedding in the Sun is a really funny, entertaining story that should immediately be made into a movie. It's like Planes, Trains & Automobiles, except that our main characters are trying to get to a wedding rather than home for Thanksgiving. Jo's ex-husband is marrying Adrián's ex-wife and they are both unwillingly attending the wedding for the sake of their respective children. A perfect summer read - an easy 5 stars.
Thank you to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for the review copy.
I've read most of Leonie Mack's books, so when I picked up her latest romance I knew already that I was going to have so much fun. And I absolutely did.
But if I can give you one piece of advice, don't start reading it while flying to or from Spain. The story starts with an emergency landing in the Pyrenees. I was actually laughing out loud when our pilot said that we had some technical issues and we couldn't take off, but you may not find it hilarious. :)
I enjoyed this book immensely, much more than I thought I would.
Jo & Adrian are put through the ringer trying to get to their ex's wedding. The don't even like each other and end up on an adventure full of everything that can go wrong, will go wrong.
The author did a really good job of making everyone likable, in their own way, and making the kids act appropriate for their ages.
I'd definitely recommend this book, it was a wild ride!
Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Just loved this!!! It's the perfect road trip gone wrong with two people who hate each other...but then slowly warm to each other.
Leonie has an incredible way of slowly revealing the characters through their actions and words, so that we get to know them as they start to know each other.
Jo is just trying to get to her ex husband's wedding and get through it. She doesn't want to travel to Spain and she definitely doesn't want to watch him marry Monica. With two teenage children to think about, she gets on the flight anyway.
Adrian doesn't want to go to the wedding either. Not because he has feelings for Monica still, but because he will have to be reminded that he was married to her once, by her family, who never liked him.
When Adrian and Monica find themselves on the same flight to Zaragoza, it's the start of a chaotic road trip that they will never forget!
I was hooked from the start and devoured this book in a couple of days. Cannot recommend enough ❤️
I do love a road trip, and a Leonie Mack written road trip across Europe filled with travel mishaps is immensely enjoyable.
Especially when it two people who are both travelling to the same wedding, and neither of them wishes to be there that much.
For it;s the wedding of Ben to Monica. Ben is Jo's ex husband and Monica is Adrian's ex-wife,,, and its Jo and Adrian who find themselves what is a seemingly impossible journey to Zaragoza in Spain in time for the wedding.
Anything that can go wrong, does go wrong, in a wonderful comedy of errors, while they both grow closer, despite their bizarre connection.
Filled with great travel descriptions, some fabulous people met along the way and a whole lot more this is another fabulous book from Leonie Mack.
Thank you to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
Absolutely loved this book. Humour, sarcasm, innocence and all around great read with interesting characters. The scenery was stunning. Lonnie had me howling.
I really liked "A Wedding in the Sun" by Leonie Mack. I love a good rom-com and this one was definitely unique. So. Much. Drama. Or, maybe drama isn't the right word? Mishaps and adventures might be more accurate. Plus, the main love interests aren't your typical enemies to lovers. They're the exes of a couple that end up having to travel together to the wedding. I found myself laughing out loud multiple times as they travelled together to the destination wedding. The adventures didn't end once they arrived at the hotel. I'd write more but I don't want to spoil the final third or so of the story. I found the characters lovable but frustrating at times. I appreciated that the romance wasn't too spicy on the page. In conclusion, I enjoyed this and would recommend it.
I recently read the book A Wedding in the Sun by Leonie Mack and found it to be a charming and delightful romance novel. The story follows Jo Watters as she reluctantly heads to Spain for her ex-husband's wedding to his perfect fiancée, Monica. But things take an unexpected turn when Jo finds herself on the same plane as Monica's ex-husband, Adrián, and the two are forced to team up when bad weather causes their flight to be diverted.
The characters in the book are well-drawn and likable, and I enjoyed the dynamic between Jo and Adrián as they bickered and bantered their way through their disastrous trip. The author does a great job of building tension and chemistry between the two characters, making their eventual romance feel both satisfying and believable.
What sets this book apart, however, is its setting. The descriptions of Spain and the Pyrenees are vivid and engaging, and I found myself completely immersed in Jo and Adrián's adventure. The book also touches on some deeper themes, such as the importance of letting go of the past and being open to new experiences and relationships.
Overall, I would highly recommend A Wedding in the Sun to anyone looking for a fun and engaging romance novel with a unique setting. The book is well-written and entertaining, and the characters are fully-realized and relatable. Whether you're a fan of travel romances or simply looking for a feel-good read, this book is sure to satisfy.
A Wedding in the Sun is a sweet, enemies-to-lovers, hilarious Rom-Com.
The story is messy, funny, and full of extreme happening to two exes who are attending the wedding of their two other exes. Adrian and Monica have no interest in going to the wedding, but when they find themselves on the same flight to Zaragoza, it's the start of a chaotic road trip they will never forget.
The book features a perfect road trip gone wrong with two people who initially hate each other but slowly warm up to each other. Overall, it is a decent read perfect for the summer -The "enemies-to-lovers" trope felt believable, bringing the ideal tension for the only one-room scene. In a road trip book, this was a must.
Thank you NetGalley and Publisher for the eARC.
A Wedding in the Sun is an interesting winding journey of two exes making their way to the wedding of the ex partners to each other. Talk about a Wife Swap! While some of the situations the main characters got into seemed a bit unrwalistic, the story and development of the characters was wonderful to read. I would recommend this book to any enemies to lovers romance reader!
I really enjoyed this book by Leonie Mack.. It was funny and entertaining while delivering a disastrous and complicated plot. Jo and Adrian are trying to get to the wedding of their exes (to each other) and their kids (with their respective other parent) but literally nothing goes as planned, often in the funniest way. The result is an unlikely and tentative partnership. There is good banter, dry wit and passionate moments that fade to black and anxiety inducing moments as well as heartwarming ones. All of this while making our way through beautifully described places throughout France and Spain
Her ex's wedding is not a small thing. A destination wedding, lasting all week, while her kids are expected to care for the stepson. She is not at all thrilled to be going, but agrees, to help their new blended family.
Then she ends up in the same place as the new bride's husband, and if things couldn't be worse, they land in the wrong place. There is just one room available, and everything that they are married.
She hates him at first, but the more they are pushed together, the more she notices just how good-looking he is and how good they get along...
A truly unlikely pair that find themselves in the middle of misfortune. It's a lovely story, that pulls at your heartstrings with a gorgeous setting.
This was such a delightful rom-com, with a beautiful setting. I really enjoyed the humor. Thank you NetGalley.
Thank you NetGalley and Boldwood Books for granting me access to this book in exchange for an honest review.
What a wonderfully sweet, charming, and hilarious rom-com, truly the perfect summer getaway that will warm your heart and leave you smiling from ear to ear!! Get ready to be whisked away on an unforgettable journey with this authentic, fascinating and emotionally gripping tale. Watch as enemies evolve into lovers in a captivating slow-burn travel romance set against the break taking landscapes of France and Spain. Filled with adventure, humor, love, tension, and heartache, this story boasts richly developed characters with genuine depth and palpable chemistry. With a dual point of view narrative, prepare to be fully immersed in every captivating moment! I absolutely adored this delightful road trip that took unexpected turns, brimming with sunshine, romance, and laughter!! 🩵💛🩵💛🩵
Embark on a whirlwind adventure with "Four Exes and a Wedding," where unexpected twists and turns redefine the meaning of a road trip. Jo Watters finds herself reluctantly attending her ex-husband Ben's wedding to the seemingly perfect Monica. Despite her initial reservations, Jo discovers she's sharing a plane with Monica's ex-husband, the charming yet irritable Adrian, she realizes her trip is about to take a turn for the worse. As the plane is diverted due to bad weather and they find themselves stranded in the Pyrenees with limited accommodations, Jo's patience is tested even further. Despite their differences, Jo and Adrian form an unlikely alliance as they navigate their way to the wedding. Along the way, unexpected sparks fly between them, prompting Jo to question if destiny has something else in store. With each passing day, Adrian seems to become more irresistible, leaving Jo to wonder if this disastrous trip might lead to something unexpectedly wonderful?!
Overall, I was completely engrossed from start to finish! If you are looking for a compelling, light-hearted romantic comedy with a happily ever after then this is a book for you! ☀️☀️☀️☀️
Jo and Adrián are both traveling with the same airline to the wedding of their ex spouses, Ben and Mónica. But their plane had to divert and they got stranded. Both Jo and Adrian were quite unfriendly at first with each other and I couldn’t imagine why, because if you are so nice as to travel to another country to attend the wedding of your ex, can’t you also be nice towards another human being who didn’t divorce you? Anyway, one disaster follows another, which delays them traveling to the wedding - I would’ve just turned around and went home. (The whole situation with the guitar and Adrian playing at the wedding was a bit farfetched IMO.)
In the meantime, Jo’s children Liss and Dec and Adrian’s young son Oliver are there already and every now and then Liss is calling her and stressing about their father remarrying and using them as babysitter for their soon-to-be stepbrother Oliver. I really felt for Liss; my heart broke for her, feeling neglected and abandoned by her father, fearing that any baby he had with his new wife would replace them. But you also feel Jo’s and Adrian’s hurt and frustration in all of this; their resentment, grief and bitterness. The heaviness of feeling this way but at the same time being forced to watch your ex-spouse get married was evident throughout the book. Very realistic but unfortunately it overshadowed the chemistry between Jo and Adrian.
The book isn’t a light read. A big part of it is actually quite gloomy. Some scenes were heartbreaking for the children. But I think the strength of the book lies in the depth of the subject of divorce, the considerations that are made, the ramifications after splitting up and moving on. I really think many people will see the value in that. It definitely makes you consider the people involved; the children, being a family - it’s not something you can easily discard and move on. And although I don’t agree with some of the reasoning (Jo’s regarding her breakup from Ben), I think many people will appreciate a book that has the guts to talk about the painful parts of breaking up instead of just the apparent bright side of starting over again.
Thank you Netgalley, Boldwood Books and Leonie Mack for providing an advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
A delightfully fun, original story of an unlikely romance unfolding in the Pyrenees Mountains. Beautiful imagery, with romantic twists and turns. A perfect summer, beach read that will leave you rooting for love.
Thank you NetGalley and and Boldwood Books for the eARC!