The Wedding Game is a delightful, heartwarming rom-com that had me laughing, swooning, and biting my nails with its will-they-won’t-they romance. I just love the emotional depth hidden beneath all the humor. It’s not just about who Lexie kisses at the wedding; it’s about love, trust, and finding out what really matters in life. This book had me rooting for her every step of the way, and the ending was absolutely perfect. If you’re in the mood for a romantic, feel-good read with a bit of heartache mixed in, this is the one to pick up!

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#TheWeddingGame by @lornacookauthor @penguinukbooks

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This was such a great read, it’s all about the characters here and EC certainly knows how to weave a character you care way too much about. I was invested in the story straight away (wedding bingo yes please!), Lexie was the perfect female lead narrator carrying the plot well along side Chris who input I also enjoyed. I was rooting and waving the flag for both ‘rivals’ at different times and honestly didn’t know which way the plot would go. In my opinion, while it’s an easy lighthearted read, it offers a more detailed and full plot than you’d usually get with a chic-lit book and I loved it as I have all EC previous books!

With thanks to author #ellecook #penguinbooks and @netgalley for allowing us to read this one early!

Publishing: April 24th

-EMILY

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What a fantastic contemporary romance. I loved the characters of Lexie and Chris, and it wouldn’t have felt complete without best friend Scarlet. This author is amazing and I have read all of her books as Elle Cook and Lorna Cook; this one definitely didn’t disappoint. I thought I had worked it all out but with just a few pages to go, I realised I had it all wrong. Please take notice of this wonderful author and her books.

I really enjoyed this book. It was very easy to read and full of fun moments. I read this book so fast it was that good. Will definitely read more from this author in the future.

Many thanks to NetGalley for providing me an e-arc in change for a honest review.
Really enjoyed this from start to finish, loved the dual pov throughout which gave you an god view of how both characters felt and developed as the story went on, the additional characters really added to the story.
The ending was perfect, loved that it was one you didn’t fully work out what would happen

Absolutely loved this book! I did not love Josh, but I prayed that Lexie and Chris would get their happy ending. Loved the character arcs and development and the different viewpoints. Nothing bad to say! Would definitely recommend

Elle Cook's The Wedding Game had extremely witty banter between Lexie and Chris. Consequently, it was clear that Josh and Lexie would never work out from their lack of sparks and foreplay to the introduction of his female best friend. The morally gray area of Lexie constantly still unknowingly pining for Chris after dating Josh for nearly a year really made her an unlikeable character after a while. Her friendship with Scarlet felt like the best part of the book. Cook's tone felt similar to a Bridget Jones film. The concept of a wedding bingo grid is so fun, and it really felt like there could have been a lot more done with this concept.

Elle Cook never fails to disappoint! A really fun storyline where you are rooting for the MC's the whole time, but it's not dragged out. A fantastic mix of romance, humour & friendships. I'll forever recommend EC's books!

There just aren’t the words to describe how much I loved this book - romantic comedy perfection! From the first word to the last I was hooked and devoured it. The storyline is so clever with more twists than spaghetti junction and takes you on a journey through every emotion possible. It is a beautifully written book and the characters are relatable and engaging. The heroine Lexi is brilliantly brought to life with not one but two gorgeous men vying for her attention and ramping up the emotional drama. I cannot recommend this enough and will be reading it again! Absolute perfection!

The Wedding Game is a fantastic and refreshing read that captivates from the very first page. The concept of using bingo to cope with an overwhelming wedding season is not only unique but brilliantly executed, making it impossible to put the book down.

Lexie is a relatable and compelling main character whose personal, romantic, and professional journeys are interwoven with humour, heart, and authenticity. The story perfectly balances laugh-out-loud moments with emotional depth, ensuring we, as readers, are fully invested in Lexie’s triumphs and trials.

The ongoing will-they-won't-they budding romance with Chris that develops is perfectly paced and adds an irresistible charm to the storyline. It's a feel-good story that leaves you rooting for Lexie all the way to the end.

I wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone who loves a fresh take on romantic comedies. It's a must-read that you'll want to share with everyone – and I already have!

I cant believe I'm finishing the year on a 5⭐️ book! 😍 I loved every minute of this read, I'm so honoured to have got it early. A truly perfect read.
I do however wish I could find out what happened with Josh and Tamara!

Absolutely brilliant book!
I am a big fan of this author and love the writing style!
I cant wait to read more!

Best friends Lexie and Scarlet are at an age where they are getting plenty of wedding invites. To make it more fun they introduce a game called wedding bingo. At their final wedding of the year, Lexie needs to kiss the best man to win the game. While she is looking for best man Josh, she meets Chris and has an instant connection with him. Only when she meets Josh she has a connection with him too. With two men and life changing decisions to make, what fate will Lexie decide?

I have read all of Elle Cooke’s books and have absolutely loved them, therefore this shot to the front of the pile. I always know I am going to get a heartfelt, romantic story, which is a welcome break to the majority of crime that I read. This story was exactly that. The author does such a great job at managing to evoke a wide range of emotions and by the end I felt completely uplifted!

The characters were all very intriguing, I kept changing my mind if I preferred Josh or Chris and I loved the friendship between Lexie and Scarlet. My only issue was that it took me a while to fully warm to Lexie, finding her initially immature and self centred at times. However, her character developed well, and as I watched her personality evolve as the book progressed, I felt myself really rooting for her by the end.

The overall story is full of fun, heart breaking and heart warming scenes and flows very well over a period of time as we navigate through Lexie’s life and dilemmas. The plot twists and turns until the very satisfying ending! This is another brilliant rom com by this talented author and I really hope there’s more to come. 4.5 stars, rounded up because of the ending. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this copy in return for an honest review.

I love a good romantic book. This one focus around a wedding which I love. It had all the elements of a perfect novel. Fun, entertaining, an full of laughter! Everything a book should include: