One wedding weekend means one dramatic reunion for two families in this bighearted ensemble cast novel about love and forgiveness
An NPR Best Book of 2023!
âA page-turner with heart.â âAlison Wisdom, author of We Can Only Save Ourselves
When thirty-three-year-old Athena Matthias is asked, yet again, to be a bridesmaid, sheâs not exactly enthusiastic about the idea. Still reeling from a messy divorce from her wife, sheâs never felt less inclined to celebrate love. But Athena can't say no, especially to one of her oldest friends, and at least it's a destination wedding, which means three days of sun and sand.
As the wedding weekend commences on the gorgeous beaches of Watercolor, Florida, for the first time in ages, Athena finds herself surrounded by people who know and love her. Thereâs the bride, nervous about an old relationship; a groomsman grappling with a big mistake; Athenaâs mother, ready to date again; and even a potential new romantic interest.
But just as Athena begins to feel herself opening up again, an unexpected guest from the past throws the entire wedding party into chaos. By the time the cake is cut and the ultimate betrayal is revealed, Athena must find the courage to forgiveâboth others and herselfâand embrace the beauty of a chance to move forward.
âDazzling! Readers will love these flawed, tender characters.â âDeb Rogers, author of Florida Woman