From the first book, I loved Gwen and Caleb's relationship and after reading it here I even bought the book, I juts had to 😍
When I saw this was coming out I had to apply and thank God you accepted it. Thank you for allowing me to read it.
I finished it last night and this was a reminder of how kindhearted Gwen, how passionate Caleb and how much I love them together. But the addition of Jenny and Dean was cherry on top. I see so much of myself in Jenny and she's so strong and a good friend and Dean shows a tough exterior at the beggining but, as he opens up, we see his vulnerabilities and how golden retriver he is with the people he loves.
This was a great Christmas read who had me in the edge of my seat until the end to see if the ending would happen.
Another thing I loved was the character art in the middle of the book👌🏻

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Dr. Melissa Dymond for this eARC!

Things I enjoyed: Jenny and Dean's story - I found their relationship dynamic more meaningful and entertaining than Gwen and Caleb's; the mystery/suspense aspects enhancing the story; all the mentions of the holiday activities around New York City. (I got engaged there in Dec 2023.) Things I didn't like: the surprise pregnancy trope. Overall, this is a cute, easy to read holiday novel!

I've never read anything by this author before so I was a bit out of the loop when it came to understanding the characters. I probably should have started with the beginning, but it was still a good stand alone read even though it took me a minute to get started. I enjoyed the spice and the Christmas feel and definitely the mystery. It made me want to finish it just to see what happens so that's always a good thing! I will definitely read more from this author in the future. Thanks for the advanced early copy!

Holiday Wedding unfortunately didn’t work for me. Even after reading 30% of the book, I still had no idea what the main story was supposed to be about. The plot felt disorganized and hard to follow.

The biggest issue was that the book tried to tell multiple stories at once but didn’t fully commit to any of them. Each storyline felt underdeveloped, leaving the overall narrative scattered and unsatisfying.

In the end, the lack of focus and direction made it difficult to stay engaged. While the premise had potential, the execution fell flat for me.

I absolutely loved this book! It was such a great, cozy, spicy, holiday romance. One of the things I liked the most about Holiday Wedding, is that it was different from a lot of holiday romances. As the title mentions there is suspense within the book, that I feel sets it apart and really makes it more interesting.

The book literally opens with some spice on the first page, but this book is not all spice no plot, there is a really great plot to the story.

While the MMC (Caleb) and FMC (Gwen) are planning their Christmas Eve wedding in New York, the Gwen's best friend Jenny, and Caleb's bodyguard Dean start to have feelings for each other when they experience forced proximity situations. They are forced to do the wedding cake testing together, and things start to get a little heated, but Dean backs off quickly. Then, there is a big storm, and Dean is forced to stay with Jenny in her hotel for a couple of days, where both their hesitations fly out the window.

Of course while Dean and Jenny are getting close, Gwen is stuck across the country where she went for a medical conference, because of snow storms. And amongst all of that, Caleb (a famous actor) has a creepy stalker following him wherever he is and photographing him. Things get dicey as Gwen finally lands back home in New York.

My favorite characters in this book were Dean and Jenny. Even though the book is titled Holiday Wedding, and it is about all of the events that lead up to Gwen and Caleb's wedding, Dean and Jenny's unfolding story was really exciting to read about. I feel like you get to spend more time with them as their relationship blossoms.

I also felt this story was really unique and enjoyed all of the characters and their professions.

Thank you Netgalley, and the author for a copy of this book!

A combination of holiday romance, spice, suspense and mystery, this story held my attention but as the story developed it felt as if it reached a bit too far.

Despite my critiques, this book was challenging for me to put down. It has all the good feels and I definitely still wanted to see how it ended. This is the second book in the Holiday romance series but can definitely be a stand alone read.

There are two versions of this book a spicy/open-door version with explicit scenes and a sweet/closed-door version with only kissing to meet your reading preferences.

If you’re looking for a light holiday read with a mix of romance and mystery don’t let my thoughts stop you from grabbing this one!

Thank you to Victoria Editing NetGalley Co-op for this advanced copy in exchange for my review.

This book is #2 in a series focused on Caleb and Gwen. I remember enjoying the first book and this was no different. I really appreciate how the author offers 2 versions (closed door and 🌶️) for readers to choose. One of my favorite things about her!

Overall, the story was good and made me want to read it quickly. The focus splits between 2 different couples, giving us the girls’ perspectives. I liked getting to see more of Gwen while also reading Jenny’s story play out at the same time.

My only issue with the story is how quickly some conflict resolves. Fairly big questions/concerns exist and then after 1 sentence they’re forgiven or resolved or answered. At the same time, it is a quick romance read so I can’t expect the same level that a 600 page book would provide (nor do I want that lol).

Something else for the people who may not like surprises, especially this surprise trope (stop reading if you don’t care) - there is an accidental pregnancy plot line. It doesn’t force two characters together which I appreciate, but it’s there.

***Thank you to Victory Editing for the e-ARC via NetGalley!***

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Tropes:
Enemies to lovers
Forced proximity
Grumpy x sunshine

I devoured this book! I was drawn in pretty quickly and could not put it down. Thank you Melissa for writing a spicy romance with suspense! I also LOVED the illustrations sprinkled throughout the book, such a fun touch.

I did not read Book 1, so I appreciated the continuation of Gwen and Caleb’s relationship! I cannot wait for Book 3, the bonus epilogue has me SO excited to read Teddy’s story.

Thank you again for a cute and spicy holiday read, I will definitely recommend this book to others! 🎄❤️

If it weren't for finals this week, I would have definitely finished this book in one sitting. From the moment I met Caleb and Gwen in Holiday Star, I fell in love, and it was so rewarding to see their relationship continue to evolve in Holiday Wedding. The chemistry and tension between Jenny and Dean is absolutely perfect. The one bed and grumpy x sunshine trope will always get me! This book delivers everything you crave in a steamy romance with just the right touch of suspense.

It's the perfect time to read this spicy fast paced book with a little suspense. My first read from this author and I enjoyed the time I spent reading.

Gwen and Caleb are the perfect couple who are planning a Christmas wedding. This is a wonderful Christmas story and definitely worth reading.

Gwen and Caleb are getting married! Gwen's best friend Jenny is getting to spend a whole month in New York with her for the wedding too. The catch is Gwen will not be in New York the whole time. She had a chance to go speak about her colon cancer research and Caleb tells her to go. Between their moms, Jenny, Dean and him, they can keep the wedding process moving smoothly along.

Somehow Jenny and Dean are finally getting along. That's a miracle in itself. There is some type of spark happening between the two and I was HERE FOR IT! Dean is such a hottie and getting to read things from his view point really put the pieces together for why him and Jenny were not getting along.

Just when I thought I had things figured out, a plot twist would come along. Of course the wedding planning fell off track. Gwen's traveling turned into a mess. And the drama at the end! Totally threw me for a loop. If they wanted a Christmas wedding, some major overtime was going to have to take place by everyone. Gwen was also keeping a very big secret and she was afraid to tell Caleb.

I'm so excited for Gwen's brother's story next. Teddy has a heart of gold and he may have just found his true love finally. It's coming in 2025!

Thankyou so much to @netgally and @melissadymondauthor for a copy of this book to arc read.
This celebrity romance was the perfect addition to my holiday reading list. Lately, I've been thoroughly enjoying the celebrity romance trope, and this book did not disappoint.
The multiple points of view from various characters added a rich layer of depth to the narrative, allowing for a more nuanced exploration of the story. The plot also delivered a touch of action towards the end, which kept me engaged until the final pages. Overall, I found this book thoroughly enjoyable and would highly recommend it as a festive read this Christmas

I love the way Melissa writes suspense in with her romance. A lot of this story was Gwen coming into understandings of how to be herself while accepting she will be in Caleb’s spotlight. Jenny and Dean’s chemistry was off the charts. While I did accurately predict some of the suspense ending, I liked being thrown off the trail. 3.5 stars.

A fun festive Christmas romance that had love, mystery, and some holiday cheer! It was fun getting two love stories (Gwen and Caleb) & (Jenny & Dean). Both relationships were so different and just a fun time to follow. Two women’s POVs worked perfect for this story and the duel time line with both couple going on. This holiday romance had some steam, suspense, and just a ton of fun! I definitely say check this out for a fun holiday read! Thank you netgalley for this ebook arc!

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.