Thank you to Netgalley for this e- copy of a Holiday Wedding by Dr Melissa Dymond in exchange for a honest review. This is a feel good romantic love story that centers around Gwen a doctor and Caleb an actor/ restaurateur who are scheduled to get married in New York on Christmas Eve but someone doesn’t want them married and is trying to prevent it from happening .Caleb’s bodyguard and Gwen’s best friend have sparks flying between them as they try to fight off their attraction while trying to prevent the stalker from getting to the happy couple . There is lots of family drama and intrigue too. Perfect for romantic holiday love story fans.

In this book we follow Gwen and her fiancé Caleb, a famous actor, who are planning and preparing their upcoming wedding. But things don’t exactly go as planned and it looks like someone is trying to sabotage the wedding. Meanwhile Jenny, Gwen’s best friend and Dean, Caleb’s best friend and bodyguard are trying everything to save the holiday wedding.
What I appreciate is the fact that this book is offered in both a spicy and a closed-door version in order to make all readers feel comfortable.
We get two love stories at the same time which made it hard for me personally to get into the story as the first few chapters felt a little bit like an information dump on all four characters and their lives. This also resulted in the fact that there was always a lot going on. After adjusting to that, this book was an enjoyable, lighthearted and easy to read Christmas romance with lots of cute illustrations. I also liked the suspense aspect, which really added something to the story.

The dual perspective incorporating Gwen and Jenny, childhood best friends with different love stories pulled me in especially with the holiday themed wedding! A perfect quick read for the current holiday season!

I didn’t realize this book is the second in the series (Holiday Romance #2), but it read great as standalone. (I mean, will I go read Holiday Star, yes!)

I also really appreciated how Gwen and Caleb share the same special phrase—"Forever. And always."—that my wife and I use. It added a personal touch to the story and made it even more relatable, as it reminded me of the deep connection that love can create.

Also enjoyed the bonus chapter included in my NetGalley ARC, a view into Helen’s love story and what will likely be book #3, Holiday Love! Looking forward to it!

A big thank you to Melissa Dymond and netgalley for providing an advanced copy of this delightful book! Holiday Wedding is a must in your holiday reading lineup, blending romance and festive charm into a great story!

In this sequel to Holiday Star, Gwen and her best friend Jenny take center stage as they navigate the chaotic days leading up to Gwen’s wedding to celebrity Caleb Lawson. The dual perspectives of Gwen and Jenny enrich the narrative, offering a deeper look into their similar challenges. Gwen and Caleb’s love story shines while Jenny and Dean’s sizzling enemies-to-lovers romance adds humor, heart, and emotional depth.

This book truly stands out with its blend of romance and suspense. The thrilling climax, complete with twists and turns, will keep you hooked until the final pages. Fans of holiday-themed romances will adore the use of classic tropes like forced proximity, grumpy x sunshine, only one bed, and found family, all of which are woven seamlessly into the plot.

Tropes:
Enemies to lovers
Forced proximity
Grumpy x sunshine

This was really cute.

I loved the continuation of Caleb and Gwens story as well as the new romance between Jenny & Dean.

The dual POV was easy to follow and the drama was just the right amount of dramatic.

Will definitely read more by this author.

I fell in love with Dean! Jenny is a wildy strong personality for a FMC. I love it! The romance was definitely slow burn, but it was amazing. Thank you for perking up my holiday season. Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for the free ARC.

To start, I haven't read book 1 in the Holiday Romance series, which develops the romance between Dr Gwen & celebrity Caleb. However, I was still able to enjoy this story as a standalone and have all intentions to go back to book 1!
The dual POVs always make me a little nervous because if not executed well, it is easy to get confused on the person speaking and the timeline being discussed. I felt this story was easy to follow along. The dual POV helped build my connection with the characters which for me personally makes or breaks a book.
The mixture of romance, suspense and the holiday festivities was the perfect mix for me.

I love a good Grumpy-Sunshine romance.
Gwen is somewhat self-centered and her whole demeanor was "woe is me". The love between Caleb and Gwen was palpable and overall had me cheering them on.

Jenny and Dean were my favorite. Who doesn't love a good bodyguard romance with some forced proximity? Between the two couples Jenny and Dean had my full attention, I really was excited to find out how it all ended.

Overall great Rom-Com with a little spice. Great for a quick holiday read.

Thank you, Victory Editing, NetGalley and Dr. Melissa Dymond for this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

This was such a cute and enjoyable read. The spice was just right and no spoilers but IYKYK! I’m so thankful for this read!! Thank you.

I read the “spicy” version and it was not to my liking. I prefer mystery to lurid details. Perfect romance book for the holidays with drama of a stalker.

I have been waiting for ‘Holiday Wedding’ and it went far beyond my expectations! Dr Dymond knocked it out of the park!!

Gwen and Caleb are getting married!!! But issues keep arising… and they need to keep communicating for everything to go well.

Jenny and Dean are thrown together and they have to be nice to each other, which is a tall order... Then they start to see each other for who they really are...and they are amazing together. I just knew it! I love love love their chemistry and their banter. Dean is amazing… His grumpy exterior hides a compassionate interior. Jenny doesn't believe in herself…but finally she sees that others believe in her because she's worth it. They understand each other so well…. And the spice! Yummy!!! And if you prefer no spice, there's a clean version too!!

I love how this book covers two couples and it really works!!!!

This book is awesome sauce!! I can't wait for more in this universe!!!

This was exactly what I was hoping from a holiday book! It has the romance (some especially spicy bits), the drama, the mishaps/setbacks, and I was surprised to find a little suspense as well!

There are some good side plots and I’m very hopeful that this author will do some spinoff books with other characters as the main characters 🤞🏻 I don’t want to drop spoilers, but this quenched my holiday vibe AND my suspense desire as well.

The book was well-written and flowed so well. I will definitely be checking out other books by this author!!

This was such a good second book in a series. It had such a good mix of romance, spice, and mystery. I loved that instead of moving onto the next couple, we got the continued romance of Gwen and Caleb from book 1 and then we followed Jenny’s romance as well. I feel like often in second books in a series with a new couple you only see the original couple through brief mentions from the new couple. I enjoyed that we still followed their story through Gwen’s perspective. And I felt it didn’t deter from Jenny’s new romance. I also loved the added twist of mystery and suspense that was thrown in with Caleb’s stalker. Overall, it was such a fun quick read.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC! I really like a holiday book but it seemed like the only tie to the holidays in this book is that the wedding was around Christmas. Personally, I found the two plots didn't intersect well and there were quite a lot of random twists and turns put in quickly at the end. I think the book was trying to do too much.

I enjoyed Jenny’s story and watching her relationship develop with Dean. However I just felt like there was too much going on in this book. You have a wedding, a new relationship, a stalker, a kidnapping, new friends, travel etc. I was kinda bummed the stalker and kidnapping wasn’t more
Than just a few pages. Overall the characters were likable and I enjoyed reading this book.

First, I LOVE that there are 2 available versions of this book; spicy and closed door. I read the spicy one and I usually only like a moderately spicy book and this one was perfect.
I loved that you really get 2 love stories in one! I also loved that it had a little suspense and intrigue within as the characters were trying to uncover a stalker.
This was my first book from this author and I’d definitely read another!

I thought I was reading a simple holiday romance novel.. But it was so much more! I loved the dual POV, it made the story extra interesting. But also the plot was really good, I never saw it coming and it kept me hooked until the end.

I didn't really care about the pregnancy though. While the major plot was really original, I saw this coming from a mile away. Especially talking about the baby during a spicy scene is a major turn off for me. I felt like the story also didn't need it, but that's just my two cents.

Caleb is a celebrity, and Gwen is an accomplished doctor; they’re scheduled to get married at Christmas. But will a snowstorm, a stalker, and the pressures of fame get in the way? This is a fun holiday romantic suspense with great action and great romance. It’s the second book about Caleb and Gwen, and although it will probably make more sense if you read them in order, the author does a great job of recapping what happened so you don’t feel lost. I also loved the romance between Dean (the bodyguard) and Jenny (the best friend). I definitely want more of their story! If you’re looking for a good holiday romantic suspense, look no further!

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read before pub day! ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. HOLIDAY WEDDING is out now!

Holiday Wedding is the perfect blend of festive romance and suspense, delivering all the cozy vibes of a holiday rom-com with an added edge of mystery! Gwen and Caleb’s love story is sweet and heartwarming, but it’s Jenny and Dean who steal the show with their grumpy-sunshine, enemies-to-lovers dynamic. The witty banter, forced proximity, and snowed-in moments kept me hooked, while the stalker subplot added a pulse-pounding twist to this festive tale.

Whether you prefer your romance spicy or sweet, this book has something for everyone. The dual POV made it easy to connect with both Gwen’s wedding day challenges and Jenny’s reluctant team-up with the broody Dean. This is a must-read for fans of swoon-worthy love stories with a holiday twist!

This was the perfect book to kick off the fun Holiday vibes 🎄. I am a big fan of Melissa’s work, and this book is no different. All the characters had such charm but two words - DEAN MADDOX. It is worth the read alone just to meet this man 🥰. I also loved that the book comes in a clean format as well. Obviously, I recommend the spicy one 💀. So excited for this month’s reads and I’m glad I picked this one to start it off right!

Holiday Wedding is a festive tale of love that's simmering with intrigue. It centers on the passionate duo, Gwen and Caleb, whose enchanting wedding dreams are thrown into chaos by a fierce blizzard and the shadow of an unsettling stalker. Meanwhile, Gwen’s spirited best friend Jenny and the gruff yet devoted bodyguard Dean grapple with their own tangled hearts, all while racing against the storm to ensure the celebration unfolds flawlessly.

Dr. Melissa Dymond has a knack for crafting richly layered characters that leap off the page. The bond between Gwen and Caleb radiates with genuine warmth, while the interplay between Jenny and Dean injects a delightful mix of tension and humor. By employing a dual POV, Dymond invites readers to journey into the hearts and minds of both Gwen and Jenny, making their experiences hit home with relatable depth.

Her writing captivates and invites readers in with effortless charm. With vibrant imagery and clever dialogue, she breathes life into the festive backdrop. The skillful fusion of romance and suspense keeps audiences eagerly turning pages, while the steamy encounters are penned with a tasteful flair that enhances the book’s irresistible charm.

The novel dances through the intricate themes of love, trust, and resilience, beautifully showcasing how vital communication and support are in relationships, particularly when unexpected hurdles arise. Set against a festive backdrop, it amplifies the spirit of unity and the enchantment of the holiday season.

With a flourish of literary artistry, the author enriches the narrative. By embracing multiple perspectives, the story unfolds in vivid detail, allowing characters to blossom and evolve. The seamless blend of suspense with romance crafts a captivating tale that enchants enthusiasts from both genres, creating a harmonious balance that lingers in the heart.

Holiday Wedding strikes a harmonious rhythm, dancing between exhilarating moments of suspense and tender, soul-stirring interludes. The narrative flows seamlessly between the viewpoints of Gwen and Jenny, infusing the story with a vibrant energy that captivates readers. With its easy-to-digest prose, this book promises an enjoyable escape for fans of all ages.

A charming fusion of romance and intrigue, Holiday Wedding is the ideal companion for the festive season. Dr. Melissa Dymond crafts characters that feel like dear friends and weaves a plot that keeps you eagerly turning pages. The themes of love and resilience shine brightly, wrapping readers in a cozy, holiday embrace.

If you’re a lover of holiday romances and thrill-filled tales, I wholeheartedly suggest diving into Holiday Wedding. With its beautifully developed characters, captivating storyline, and a setting drenched in festive cheer, this book is an ideal companion for the holiday season. Whether you crave a dash of spice or a sprinkle of sweetness, there’s a delightful treat waiting for you within its pages!