by Jasmine Guillory
Narrator: Janina Edwards
Length: 8 hours and 28 minutes
Genres: Contemporary Romance
Source: Publisher
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Narration: 4 cups
A groomsman and his last-minute guest are about to discover if a fake date can go the distance in this fun and flirty debut novel.
Agreeing to go to a wedding with a guy she gets stuck with in an elevator is something Alexa Monroe wouldn't normally do. But there's something about Drew Nichols that's too hard to resist.
On the eve of his ex's wedding festivities, Drew is minus a plus one. Until a power outage strands him with the perfect candidate for a fake girlfriend...
After Alexa and Drew have more fun than they ever thought possible, Drew has to fly back to Los Angeles and his job as a pediatric surgeon, and Alexa heads home to Berkeley, where she's the mayor's chief of staff. Too bad they can't stop thinking about the other...
They're just two high-powered professionals on a collision course toward the long distance dating disaster of the century — or closing the gap between what they think they need and what they truly want...
The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory was a cute romance featuring diverse characters, fake relationships, and swoons. I laughed and shook my head as I enjoyed these loveable characters as they stumbled into something more.
I loved the setup for The Wedding Date. Alexa and Drew meet in an elevator the day before his ex’s wedding. When they end up stuck, the two begin chatting, and she agrees to be his plus one for the wedding. It was funny, heartwarming and ends up heated. The end up staying up late, sharing and the next thing you know they are traveling back and forth to see each other.
The story that unfolds was filled with sweet moments, delicious banter and mutual respect and friendship. Along the way, we learn about Alexa’s job at the Mayor’s office and Drew’s job as a pediatric surgeon. I love that they are both hard-working, well rounded and confident. This doesn’t mean they are without flaws and communication is definitely a weakness for both when it comes to personal feelings. On the job, they got this, but expressing things to each other...oh boy!
Lack of communications, assumptions and personal fears complicated the relationship, but I could not help rooting for them. I felt Alexa’s pain but also wish she had opened up more and stopped assuming she knew everything. Drew is adorkable! His inner dialogue and fears had me laughing. He spoke just like I imagine a pediatric doctor would with patience and strong listening skills.
Secondary characters, work, and family added interest and propelled some couple’s fears. Aside from wanting to shake them both, the drama wasn’t overdone and allowed for personal growth and reflection.
Janina Edwards narrates The Wedding Date and I thought she gave voice to both characters capturing their emotions and passions.
If you are looking for a swoon-worthy romance with characters, you can root for you’ll want to grab The Wedding Date!
Funny Side Note: I listen to my audios using my smartphone and was parked in front of the computer, setting up drafts of review posts, while listening to this story. My Echo sits on my desk and the poor thing when crazy every time the heroine’s name Alexa was mentioned.
The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory was a cute romance featuring diverse characters, fake relationships, and swoons. #audiobook #beachlisten Share on X
About Kimberly
Kimberly is a coffee loving book addict who reads and listens to fictional stories in all genres. Whovian, Ravenclaw, Howler and proud Nonna. She owns and manages Caffeinated PR. The coffee is always on and she is ready to chat. BlueSky | Facebook | Instagram
Stefanie
You really made this book sound good. I’ll be looking it up.
Crystal @ Lost in Storyland
This sounds like a fun read, especially with the summer season upon us. (One of my school friends is getting married this Thursday!) It’s funny how your Echo went crazy with this audiobook playing 🙂
Lindsi
I won a copy of this book in a giveaway, and I cannot wait to read it! I’ve also seen positive reviews for this one, and of course I trust your judgement! Swoon-worthy stories with characters you can root for are exactly what I’m looking for right now. <3
I love that your Echo kept getting involved with your audiobook, heh.
L @ Do You Dog-ear?
Melissa
I really wanted to love this one. It’s one of my favorite tropes…but it just fell a bit short for me. I never really connected to either of them or felt their connection.
Jenea's Book Obsession
Sounds like a fun kinda read. I think I might enjoy it too.
Our Echo Dot goes crazy at the littlest words. I have to mute her sometimes. lol
Jenea's Book Obsession
Sounds like a fun kinda read.
Our Echo Dot goes crazy at the littlest words. I have to mute her sometimes. lol
blodeuedd
Yes this sounds so cute and fun in audio
Mary @StackingMyBookShelves!
This sounds like a cute story. I like to read them now and again. Hope your vacation is going good! Enjoy the beach! =)
Mary
sherry fundin
Sounds too sweet for me. LOL
Melliane
it looks sweet. Maybe one day.
Katherine @ I Wish I Lived in a Library
That’s too funny about the Alexa issue! I love an adorkable hero and a fake romance so despite the minor issues this sounds like a fun read. I’ll have to see if I can get it on audio.
Angela Adams
Just reading the blurb had me laughing. Sounds like a fun read. Thanks for the post.
Kimberly @ Book Swoon
Drew sounds adorable and I love the sound of the ‘fake’ identity and romance in it. Very fun! Great review, Kimberly!
Sophia Rose
Still snickering from the funny side note. I thought this one was cute, but then I got impatient with Alexa. The ending was good.
Debbie Haupt
I love the concept of this one Kim and a debut to boot yay. Thanks for the super review
kindlemom1
I’ve seen a lot of reviews for this and I still can’t decide if I want to read it or not and I have no idea why! Great review Kim!
Nadene
This sounds like a fun read. I can relate to the incident with Alexa and your echo dot. I have had my own experiences. Lol
Vanessa
I love fake romances, and ohh, this one sounds like a fun too. LMAO about the confusion about the name Alexa lol
verushka
I had to giggle at the confusion over Alexa in the book and on your desk lol! THis does sound very cute!