In Happily, a small town wedding destination, happily-ever-afters are a given. Especially in Renee's line of work as a themed-wedding coordinator. For everyone but her. And with her growing interests in Jasper, a best selling author who feels too broken to fall in love, things are getting very complicated.

Such a well thought love story with wonderful characters and some irresistible animals, and with love as the backdrop, who can resist falling for this Happily, Inc story!

Susan Mallery brings heat and chemistry to this Happily, Inc. It's filled with signature charm, romance, and humour. Meant to Be Yours is heartwarming and follows a formula that works. The leads both think they're broken and aren't looking for love, but love finds them regardless, of course. Lots of sexiness, but not necessarily a real deep character development - it's a quick and feel-good read.

I really enjoy these books but this one was lacking something. I didn’t really warm to Renee and found her quite cold and at times a bit childish. I liked Jasper but didn’t feel as if he was a good match for Renee. It was a shame as Mallerys book are normally really good and the characters well thought out.

Susan Mallery’s fifth novel in the Happily Inc. series, Meant to Be Yours is brilliant addition to the author’s extensive romance catalog. The novel follows the story of wedding coordinator, Renee and thriller writer and military veteran, Jasper who are both working through individual issues in relation to their thoughts and feelings on love, relationships, and marriage. Susan Mallery’s novel offers the reader small town quirkiness and coziness at its best and works through the issues that the main characters have in a very safe and comfortable way. You cannot go wrong by choosing a Susan Mallery novel for an enjoyable afternoon of reading—and this book is no exception.

An author who gets a bit too engrossed in his process, a wedding planner that will protect her brides and grooms at all costs.....what could possibly go wrong when two people are so very much alike! Well with the exception that both are absolutely horrible at connecting with members of the opposite sex! A great story to get lost in for a day with excellent characters and a plot with interesting twists! Happily Inc is a down that I would love to visit if only it existed in real life! I can't wait for the author to write the next book in the series!

WOW. Susan Mallery’s writing is flawless as is her storytelling; she never disappoints. No matter how many books she has written, each story manages to be unique and special in its own way. Meant to Be Yours is no different; I am so in love with this book. It was everything I hoped for in Jasper’s story and so much more. I have loved every book in the Happily Inc. series but this is honestly my favorite book yet; I could not put it down. It adds to the sense of community Mallery has created in this series, aided by the small town setting.

Jasper has been a fascinating mystery since the beginning of the series and I was so excited to finally get his story and learn more about him. Readers have seen him slowly grow and heal throughout the previous books and the culmination here is a hero who is still flawed but not broken. One who was truly ready to be more. Renee was a bit mysterious in her own right, new to the town and she did not open up easily. No spoilers but she definitely has a unique past that gives this story a special spin. I loved how fierce and protective she was of her clients.

Meant to Be Yours was one of my most anticipated releases this year and words cannot explain how excited I was to have the opportunity to read an ARC copy. I dove right in and did not come up for a breath until the very end. Such an absolutely fantastic story; deep, emotional, and completely compelling.

This is a MUST read. Fun and lighthearted, this book is perfect for when you are looking to kick back, relax and enjoy a wonderful romance. Definitely in my top reads for 2019.

# 5 in the Happily Inc. Series. I love Susan Mallery books and this one is no different. Great read! Wedding Coordinator, Renee Grothen isn't meant for marriage. Or so she thinks. Is she finally ready to leap into that one thing that can't be controlled??? Love?

Read for yourself in this great romance by well known author Susan Mallery.

I was given a free ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Susan Mallery-I can always count on you for a wonderful read. This book continues on in your wonderful tradition. I think Hallmark needs to get in touch with you about using your books for movies. I could just imagine the Fools Gold series on the Hallmark Movie channel. Thanks for another great story.

Renee's past makes her lean toward never getting married, she may work as a wedding coordinator but her future is groomless. The only problem with this is that she is attracted to Jasper a local author. She wouldn't mind doing the friends with benefits thing with him but isn't sure she can handle it in the end. Jasper doesn't think he is fit for a relationship, he has been damaged by years in the military and doesn't think he is whole enough for anyone. The two meet up at game night and the sparks immediately fly where a one night stand turns into a casual let's be friends and sleep together when the mood hits. Renee really likes Jasper but is unable to deal with or get past hurts that happened years ago. Jasper has never felt like this before but doesn't think he'll ever be whole enough to move forward with anything but friendship. Will these to take the time to figure out just what the other needs? Can they both throw caution to the wind and give love a try? Will they let past hurts turn them away from love and its healing ways? This was such a wonderful romance between two people who both felt they couldn't leap into the love that so obviously surrounded them. Dive in and find out if they let love win or let it pass them both by.

Jasper and Renee. What can I say. I loved that what started out as a no strings attached arrangement turned into a full fledge relationship with some ups and downs. It was pretty cute and funny to see how Jasper, the hero, wasn't just a perfect romance hero. He had his flaws. Made mistakes but I really liked how he owned up to them. And I really like how Renee didn't let him get away with his high handedness. And Renee's secret! I was not expecting that but it worked out really well. It was actually pretty cool and cute. She also had some past issues to work through but she managed to do so and just in time to grasp her happily ever after. Meant to Be Yours was a really great story. I enjoyed it very much.

*I voluntarily read an advance copy of this book*

I love the Happily, Inc. series, and this one is particularly fun to read because the main characters are an author of thrillers and a wedding planner. Recommend this to any reader who loves Susan Mallery, Sarah Morgan, Elin Hilderbrand, or Mary Kay Andrews.

There were a lot of great things about this story. I always love a story of unexpected love. I definitely will continue to read more books by Susan Mallory

Susan Mallery is one of my favorite authors. Her books always have me hooked from beginning to end and this one does not disappoint. A beautiful story of two people not looking for or wanting love but end up falling in love after all. I love the chemistry between Jasper and Renee. Like her other books, it was hard to put down to sleep, eat or get back to my normal life, lol! Thanks Susan, for another good read!

When famous thriller writer Jasper asks wedding planner Renee for help adding a woman character in his next book, both think they are too emotionally damaged to have any kind of relationship but friends with benefits. Of course in Happily, Inc., things come together.

A nice feel good romance with lots of animal humor, too.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early copy of this book.

Meant to Be Yours (Happily Inc #5) by Susan Mallery ...Susan Mallery never fails to grab me in the first chapter and keep me there til the last. Thanks to the author, publisher and #NetGalley for letting me preview this book. This is Renee Jasper's story...they both have issues ...he is a ex-military thriller writer with PTSD...she is a wedding planner with heartbreak and abandonment issues. We get to spend time with old friends and some pets, there are laughs, some tears, angst, some steamy stuff all getting us to a very HEA. I can't wait for the next book.
Reasons I enjoyed this book:
Happily Ever After Funny Great world building Wonderful characters Page-turner Easy-to-read Steamy Romantic Entertaining

Another wonderful addition to the Happily, Inc., series. Wedding planner Renee Grothen knows that “happy ever after” is not for her, but she makes sure that the weddings she helps plan are perfect for the bride and groom. When suspense writer Jasper Dembenski needs help including a female character in his upcoming novel, he thinks that observing Renee at work would be the perfect source for a woman’s emotions and reactions. The interaction between the two main characters often provides laugh out loud moments. Renee doesn’t hesitate to call Jasper out when he oversteps his role as an observer and Jasper slowly realizes that he has a lot to learn about women…and maybe love? After his years in the military, Jasper assumes that he is too “broken” by what he has seen to live a normal life. Can Renee and the town of Happily, Inc., prove that he is wrong? I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (by paytonpuppy)

Meant to Be Yours is the fifth book in Susan Mallery's Happily, Inc. series. I definitely recommend reading this series in order.

I have enjoyed all of the books in this series and Meant to Be Yours is no exception. We met Jasper in a few of the other books in the series so I was excited to finally get his story. He isn't a fan of relationships so a fun flirtation with an equally relationship-averse Renee is perfect. Can the two truly keep no strings attached or have they each finally met their match?

I really liked both Jasper and Renee so I definitely found myself rooting for them! Overall I enjoyed this book and thought it was a great 5th book in the series. If you are looking for a sweet and easy read definitely pick this and the whole Happily, Inc. series up.

Thank you to the author, Susan Mallery, the publisher and NetGalley for a reader copy of the book for an honest review.

I love this series from Susan Mallery, the Happily Inc. series, and this book was one of my favorite ones as I really enjoyed getting Jasper's point of view, as I love when an author has a character who is an author.

This series is truly a great series to read, especially if you need something quick, upbeat, and easy to read.

You can't go wrong with any book in this series.

I really enjoyed this next installment of the Happily, Inc. community. I love this place, with its wedding-destination-town setting and interesting characters - the themed weddings are so fun to read about! The backstories of Renee and Jasper are well written, and Verity is a nice addition. I really liked this story and can't wait for the next one!

Jasper has had gps problems,a flat tire and bad weather all in a short time . And without coffee. Jasper has been driving a RV in a three month book your for his newest book. Jasper ends up with a pet while on your.Jasper is not known for being a good guy and committing to a long term relationship.I liked the characters and the growth in their relationship s. Easy to get reeled in. A little slow moving with details of Jasper writing his book.#netgalley