NOVEMBER 2021 - AudioFile
Narrator Tanya Eby’s cozy narration pairs well with Mallery’s romance, set in small-town Wishing Tree, Washington, during the holiday season. Eby alternates chapters between sisters Reggie and Dina Summerville as they plan their parents’ wedding anniversary. Reggie’s hilarious relationship with her large but timid dog, Belle, comes across clearly in the audio, especially the silly conversations they share. Dina, an elementary school teacher and innkeeper, develops an unlikely romance with a rock star, which is expressed in realistic dialogue. Her love interest has a rumbling voice that is pleasantly distinguished from Dina’s. Eby’s technique of delivering humor and heartbreak through pacing and intonation allows listeners to enjoy small moments within the sisters’ stories. Eby’s heartfelt performance ties romance and holiday spirit up with a bow. C.A. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine
From the Publisher
PRAISE FOR THE CHRISTMAS WEDDING GUEST
“This two-in-one romance starts a new series that Mallery’s many fans will devour like a Christmas cookie.”—Booklist
"Mallery packs in the Christmas spirit, with friends and family coming together to celebrate. The result is alluring, well plotted, and sure to please."—Publishers Weekly
"Perfectly heartwarming, touching, and romantic as each sister explores these potential relationships. Author Susan Mallery is a powerhouse and if you haven’t read anything by her this will start you down a rabbit hole of late nights and covert booking reading."—The Girly Book Club
"Author Susan Mallery writes the best family themed novels about love and starting over. If you’re a fan of rom-coms/family based novels, her books are perfect for you." —Red Carpet Crash
PRAISE FOR SUSAN MALLERY
"Susan Mallery never disappoints."—Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author
"Mallery is one of a kind."—RT Book Reviews
“Mallery is an expert at writing about strong women, their friendships, and their romances.” —Booklist
“Fans of RaeAnne Thayne and Robyn Carr will enjoy how prolific women's fiction master Mallery orchestrates community connections, friendships, and fulfilling romances.”—Booklist
"[Mallery] will appeal to fans of women's fiction, especially such friendship books as Karen Joy Fowler's The Jane Austen Book Club." —Booklist
NOVEMBER 2021 - AudioFile
Narrator Tanya Eby’s cozy narration pairs well with Mallery’s romance, set in small-town Wishing Tree, Washington, during the holiday season. Eby alternates chapters between sisters Reggie and Dina Summerville as they plan their parents’ wedding anniversary. Reggie’s hilarious relationship with her large but timid dog, Belle, comes across clearly in the audio, especially the silly conversations they share. Dina, an elementary school teacher and innkeeper, develops an unlikely romance with a rock star, which is expressed in realistic dialogue. Her love interest has a rumbling voice that is pleasantly distinguished from Dina’s. Eby’s technique of delivering humor and heartbreak through pacing and intonation allows listeners to enjoy small moments within the sisters’ stories. Eby’s heartfelt performance ties romance and holiday spirit up with a bow. C.A. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine
