Very cute rom-com, great sequel to the first book of the series. I loved the characters, major and minor. Some explicit sex, so not acceptable for K-12 students, but fine for adults who aren't offended by such.

I enjoyed this book and finished it in a day. The relationship between Tillie and Gabe, is cute and they overcome their own struggles.

It is an easy, lovely read and I really recommend it.

Tillie is in a tropical dream to watch her oldest sister get married. Sun, Sand, family....and crabs???! Gabe storms into the end of the ceremony and escorts the invaders back to the ocean where they belong. Tillie is a fun, outgoing type of a person who follows Gabe to thank him. She finds a grumpy curmudgeon who really hates tourists. Tille never gets a vacation, so she is on the island of La Jarra for two whole weeks. What better way to spend her time than challenging the local bartender to a competition - and maybe she will crack that hard crablike exterior and find that you just know when you find your soul mate.

I read this book in only a couple of hours; it was so cute and so easy to read. I loved the banter between Tillie and Gabe, and how they both had issues that they could work out better because the other person was there. I didn’t just read this book, I devoured it! A super easy summer beach read!

Absolutely love this book. The chemistry between Tillie and Gabe is fantastic. Who wodnt want to find love in paradise with a hot bartender, especially when you get to knock him down a notch and teach him a few things in the process. Really hope we get a 3rd book in this series, Lila needs her story told. Would love to see a completed story for all 3 sisters.

The Wedding Shake-Up by J.J. Knight is the second book in the Wedding Meet Cute Series. This is a stand-alone in a series of interconnected stand-alones-
Tillie is in paradise for the wedding of her sister. Only for this isn't paradise. She isn't really impressed.
Gabe is a bartender, seriously hot and interested in Tillie. Tillie herself falls pretty quickly for the bartender. And soon their fling turns into more.
This is a witty and fun, cute read, highly entertaining and well written, 4,5 stars.

This was so good!! I highly enjoyed this and I loved the story line. I thought that it was a very good book.
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The Wedding Shake-up was an enthralling read with a refreshingly exciting spin on a vacation romance between a surly local and a bouncy tourist—their words not mine ;)

From the beginning I could feel the sparks flying between Tillie and Gabe, the chemistry was other worldly. Both stubborn and fiery, and when they mix they’re one second away from combusting. I loved them. They were so very…adult in a sense and swoon-worthy at the same time. Their relationship felt honest, very go-with-the-flow, like puzzle pieces fitting together but with an hourglass hanging over their heads.

There aren’t many explicit steamy scenes in the books besides a couple, which I thought was nice and I liked that it wasn’t overdone. I loved their progression over the story, their attachment to each other, and their interactions. They were so fun and easy to be with as a reader.

Even though Tillie is new on La Jarra, I absolutely adore the familiarity aspect throughout this book. She fits in with the locals as if she was there her whole life—but not in a cliche kind of way, more of a: this girl is obviously not from here but we like & respect her kind of way because sometimes humans are cool and personable. That being said, there were a few cliche moments in the middle that were just a tad bit too on the nose for me but it wasn’t a huge deal.

The cocktail component of this book was so fun! I don’t know much about making & mixing drinks, but JJ Knight writes these scenes flawlessly. It was exciting reading about their drink competition or simply when they’re helping each other out behind the bar.

The main problem I had was her relationship with her sisters. At first, I thought it was odd that Tillie didn’t spend much time with her sisters, but then I got over it after seeing their personalities. Throughout the book it kept being mentioned that Tillie is sooo close with her sisters but I didn’t read enough about them to know that’s true. Instead, I thought their relationship was toxic & unfair. Tillie was made to feel guilty simply over liking a boy…and all the family responsibility fell on her. It wasn’t my cup of tea, but I get that family relationships are hard & complex. I almost wished Tillie would set more boundaries between herself and her sisters. I guess I didn’t see enough of the good to overcome the bad that I was reading about in terms of the sibling relationships—I might also just be a tad unforgiving.

Overall, I really enjoyed this book. The opening scene set the tone wonderfully and the book followed with lots of amusing & cute moments. It was an enticing island escape and I would definitely recommend to any contemporary romance lovers!!!

Kindle Copy for Review from Net Galley, and Montlake.

I received a free, advance copy of this book and this is my unbiased and voluntary review.

A destination wedding on an idyllic island is the beginning of a new love. What was supposed to be a casual affair turns into forever.

A bartender meets another drink slinger at a competitive cocktail challenge. Things spark between them as more than just cocktails will be consumed. Things were supposed to be casual but when she invites him to her hometown things take a turn.

Turns out he has some bittersweet memories there as well. Can these two find away to move pass the past and take a chance on love? A bittersweet yet amusing love story .

Thank you to JJ Knight and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

"The Wedding Shake-up" by JJ Knight is an enchanting tale of unexpected love and delightful chaos set against the backdrop of a picturesque island paradise. Tillie and Gabe's chemistry leaps off the pages, captivating readers with their playful banter and undeniable attraction. From their first encounter amidst pincher crabs to their exhilarating cocktail-making challenge, their journey is filled with laughter, romance, and a touch of destiny. The author's vivid descriptions transport you to La Jarra Island, making you feel the warm ocean breeze and tempting you to sip on a mermaid sunrise cocktail. While Tillie and Gabe's time together may be limited, their connection is undeniable, leaving you yearning for more. With its perfect blend of humor, heart, and steamy moments, "The Wedding Shake-up" is a delightful escape that will leave you with a smile on your face and a craving for your own island adventure.

The Wedding Shake-up is a cute, often humorous romantic, family drama beach read by J.J. Knight. He saved her feet from crab pinchers. Now these two are competing in a drink making competition. She’s only on the island for two weeks. Can they find forever in a short time or will the past get in the way of their future? I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book from NetGalley. Highly recommend.

Perfect beach read in Hallmark movie format. I gave this three stars becuase it was a very PG romance and there could have been more simmering between Tilly and Gabe. I just needed a little more romance/chemistry from them. Overall felt like I was at my favourite bar in the Bahamas while reading this.

Tillie and her siblings are on beautiful La Jarra Island, for a destination wedding of their older sister.

Tillie and Gabe first meet over pincher crabs and continue bumping into each other. The attraction between them is off the charts. Gabe has a rule never to date tourists, but despite that, they fall hard for each other. When they have to say goodbye it breaks both their hearts. But maybe fate has a way to bring them back together.

A very romantic, and steamy story of two unlikely people falling in love and finding their way to a HEA. I couldn't stop reading it. I read it in one sitting, it's so good!

A perfect book to read somewhere sunny, preferably with a cocktail in hand. :)

I didn't expect this to be this good🤌🏻 I so love the characters, I thought the book theme is gonna revolve around some wedding mess, but the wedding thing just ended there. Though I love the escalation of the story and the spice was too good.

Fun, vacation type read. Interesting character development, and I was pleased to see the author give the characters such thoughtful personalities. So often in this genre, we end up with characters jumping into new situations without thought. I really enjoyed how "real life" this felt, for a vacation-read.

3.5 stars
I enjoyed this book, it was a good read with a particular twist and growth of the main characters. Interesting secondary characters connected with Gabe, as opposed to Tillie's family. While reading, it felt like being on a tropical island.

I really enjoyed this book, it was a nice read. The author really allowed us to understand Tillie and her familial relationships. I loved seeing how important her sisters were to her and how eventfully they were supportive of her relationship with Gabe.

It was also nice getting an insight into Gabe and his close friends/family! Definitely a funny read but also dealt with the storyline of Gabe’s birth mother well.

I did feel like the build up to their relationship could’ve been explored a little more. That being said I adored the personal growth they did.

Thanks to the publisher for the ARC.

Omg these books, this author!!!!! This world is pure gold! I devoured this book in one sitting! Thank you for the ARC.

The Wedding Shake-up, the second installment in the Wedding Meet Cute series by JJ Knight, delivers another delightful and captivating romantic tale. As a fan of the first book, my expectations were high, and I was not disappointed. The chemistry between Tillie and Gabe, the main characters, was not only amusing but also relatable, making their journey all the more enjoyable.

Knight's storytelling skills shine through in this novel, as the plot unfolds with seamless pacing and ever-increasing excitement. I found myself completely engrossed, unable to put the book down. The author's vivid descriptions of the island paradise and the cocktail-making challenge transported me to the picturesque setting, and the genuine dialogue added an authentic touch to the narrative.

The Wedding Shake-up is a charming blend of romance, humor, and heartfelt emotions. With lovable characters, an engaging plot, and Knight's witty writing style, this book is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. Whether you're a fan of the series or new to JJ Knight's work, this novel is a must-read for anyone seeking a delightful and enchanting romantic escapade.

The Wedding Shake-up was definitely a shake up! I loved the plot and thought it was very interesting. The author was able to describe the connection and emotion of how she felt about her family but I will say it lacked with the romantic interest. It was suddenly an attraction out of nowhere and lots of flirting but didn't have the build up of emotions that would describe the attraction she felt. The book overall was great. I loved the mermaid story that started since the beginning of the story and loved how the book grew with the character development. I loved how the book got better as you read on. I wish I was on a tropical vacation with a certain mermaid or lava drink. The plot twists came with Gabe's mom...that's all I will say.

*Thank you to the Publisher for gifting this ARC :)