I was so excited to get an early copy of this book on Netgalley and it did not disappoint. I am a huge fan of Vi Keeland so I was happy to see this book available for request. I am actually giving it 4.5 stars! I really loved the storyline and Sloane and Wilder are just adorable together. He is persistent to say the least. I am glad he doesn’t give up because they have chemistry for days and are the perfect complement to the other. Both have baggage that threatens their ability to have a relationship, but being up front about what they want and honesty and trust goes a long way. The other characters like Sloane’s dad and brother, Wilder’s biz partner Andrew, and Sloane’s work partner Elijah are all great characters as well. This book is steamy, sexy, flirty, funny, and emotional. Totally worth your time! I loved it!

ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Jilted is a super cute, high tension, swoon worthy, and hilarious romcom. Sloane, the FMC, is a strong headed, sassy, wedding journalist who is jaded about love and has pretty much banned dating after being left at the altar of her own wedding. Being a wedding journalist, she is assigned to work the weddings of 12 frat brothers over the course of a year. Wilder, the MMC, is a famous rugby player, who isn’t used to having to work to get a woman to notice him. At the first wedding of the season, the bride is the perfect definition of a bridezilla who needs an impromptu bridesmaid so she practically forces Sloan, who’s only there to do her job, to fill in. Wilder, a groomsman, and Sloane are paired up for the event, to “ensure the pictures are symmetrical.” Wilder is instantly drawn to Sloane, but Sloane, still jaded from previously being left at the altar, decides there’s no harm in having a good time with Wilder during the wedding because she has no intentions of ever seeing him again.

I really enjoyed Sloane and Wilder’s story and witty banter! I loved how she had no idea that he’s a famous rugby player, but was genuinely interested in who he was and not just for his fortune and fame. I also loved how much he adored her and was willing to wait for her to be ready to enter a relationship. I really appreciated how open their communication was and the focus and importance of working through their prior baggage and struggles before even considering a relationship. I loved the dynamic side characters as well, they really brought a lot of depth and silly banter to the story.

The audiobook narration was top notch and brought a whole new level of immersion to the story. The narrators, Aiden Snow, Andi Arndt, two of my favorites, delivered a flawless dual performance from start to finish, bringing the story and characters to life.

Thank you @brambleromance, @macmillan.audio, @vi_keeland, and @netgalley for the #gifted ARC & ALC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This audiobook was a lot of fun & I flew through it. The narration was perfect. Hockey player MMC, wedding settings, banter & spice. Low stakes and just an overall easy & fun read. Highly recommend the audio.

Sloane is a writer for Brides magazine. At a wedding she is covering, she meets Wilder. She is instantly attracted to him (and his eyes) and finds herself kissing him later that night.

She, later, finds out that he is the son of her boss and she will be seeing Wilder at a bunch of weddings her boss wants her to cover for the next year. Sloane is hesitant to get involved with him after being left at the alter the year before. Wilder has his own hesitations and I enjoyed his chapters from ten years earlier.

Wilder is awesome. He is so smitten with Sloane and does everything to be with her. Back and forth from New York to London. He’s such a caretaker, too.

This is a sweet romance with great banter and heartfelt moments.

Dual POV
Slow burn
He falls first
Diabetes rep FMC
Pro athlete MMC

This was a cute romance book that i definately enjoyed. I found the characters to be relatable.
I would definately reccomend this to other romance readers. This was also my first book by this author.

Vi Keeland always hits it out of the park, and this book is no exception. Such a sweet love story, it's almost like getting a tooth ache. These characters were awesome, absolutely no questioning if we actually should like them. I also found the whole backstory/plot to be unique which is horribly lacking these days. There is one small plot twist/trope at the end that gave me pause because I was worried it would ruin the whole thing, but it didn't give me the ick as expected. High recommend this book for a quick and easy summer romance read. There is some spice but it's a small blip in the storyline.

Thank you to NetGalley and Tor Publishing Group for providing the ARC.

I really wanted to enjoy this book, but it felt overwrought, uninteresting, and unfinished. The prose was lackluster and the characters didn't feel as fleshed out as I would have wanted. The story was all over the place and seemed very reminiscent of a soap opera. There was a lot that happened in the story that seemed over the top and it really took me out of the book.

I didn't find the characters interesting either. I don't know if it was just because of the writing or because I just genuinely didn't like the characters, but I found Wilder to be shallow and annoying, and Sloane was honestly just boring to read about. Neither of them drew me into the story, so I spent a lot of time counting down to when I could be done and move on.

I'm sure people will enjoy this book for what it is, but it unfortunately was not me.

As this is my first Vi Keeland book, I think this is a great way to get introduced to her work! I think we all wish that an over the top bridesmaids dress leads to a hero like Wilder!

Vi keeland is an auto read author for me ! And jilted was just as great as the others I’ve read. Her humor is unmatched!!! I am laughing from start to finish.

Not only is this giving perfect romcom vibes. Vi Keeland writes the fictional men of my dreams. Wilder was everything this in this book and I was rooting for sloane the entire time!

Another perfect story in my opinion.

This book was a was cute romance. I really enjoyed it. I did really connect with the characters which I didn’t really like

Summary: Sloane has always loved weddings, and working for a bridal magazine lets her experience the magic firsthand. But after being left at the altar herself, her view of happily ever afters becomes a little more complicated. When she meets Wilder at one of the weddings she’s covering, she knows she should keep her distance especially once she finds out he’s her boss’s son. That’ll be hard to do because she’s assigned to cover more wedding stories that involve him.

Thoughts: I really enjoyed this one! The characters were so easy to love, especially Wilder, who was the ultimate book boyfriend.

I thought the way the backstory unfolded was really well done. It was definitely a little predictable, but honestly, that’s part of the charm in a good romance for me.

The slow burn in this felt so authentic because Sloane was working through a lot emotionally, it added to the romance. There were plenty of laugh-out-loud moments mixed in with ones that completely tugged at my heartstrings.

Overall, it was such a well balanced, cozy, and genuinely enjoyable read. Thank you to the author and publisher for providing me an advanced copy. This honest review is given voluntarily.

Wilder definitely comes across as your typical happy-go-lucky charmer whose had everything he’s ever wanted handed to him on a silver platter. They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover and as easily as you could judge Wilder for his captivatingly good looks, it’s the little things you learn about him that turn him into a heartthrob — the strings he pulls to guarantee another meet-up with Sloane, the way he prioritizes his relationship with his brother, and the care in which he takes to care for Sloane’s family. It’s a testament to Sloane’s past and her will-power that she can resist him.

This is a slower burn with tons of tension and then TONS of steam. I say slower because we maybe make it to 50% but once the tap is open, there’s no stopping it. Note: This is not a complaint. The more we see of Wilder, the more you want to see of Wilder…. and it’s not just me. I mean obviously Sloane is smitten, but her family might fall for him harder and faster than she does!

Transparently, some plot points were predictable, particularly around the past relationships, but that’s not unexpected given certain events needed to have happened for Wilder and Sloane to even be together (e.g., break-ups), but it was clear from the first mentions of Whitney and Josh that we had antagonists we were going to strongly dislike! That said, I struggled with the two timelines. Not only was I not expecting it as the format of the narrative, but I also had a hard time reconciling my frustrations over Wilder’s past relationship while maintaining my optimism for his relationship with Sloane. If you’re like me and you find yourself getting the ick, just settle in for the ride and just trust that Whitney is every bit a baddie in the worst way. But that relationship also helped shape the Wilder you’ll love.

There are a few lines of dialogue that were off-putting… mostly because they go against my own personal values and they were pretty polarizing. But I guess they align with the characters’ back stories. I’m hoping there’s a larger pay-off if this turns into a series because otherwise those throwaway lines could have been omitted and I would have felt a million times better about the book.

One of my favorite things about this book is the supporting cast. They bring a whole other level of witty banter and silliness to the story. Not only do they reveal so much about Sloane and Wilder from their personalities to their values, they’re so dynamic you’ll root for their own HEAs. Personally, I’d love to learn more about Elijah’s story, maybe a second-chance romance for Will, and a childhood-friends to lovers for Lucas and Olivia set 10+ years from now (how sweet would that be!?).

This book was a delight. Sloane works for Bride Magazine, fulfilling her girlish dreams but her grown up nightmares after being left at the altar. She's jaded about love but choosing to focus on helping her family out and taking a break from relationships.

Wilder is a groomsman at an absolutely chaotic wedding, where Sloane is recruited as an impromptu bridesmaid to keep the pictures symmetrical. Wilder is immediately drawn to Sloane. While they flirt and banter, Sloane assumes she will never see him again. But in reality, Wilder seeks her out through his dad who is her boss' boss' boss. His proposal to publish the 12 fraternity brothers' weddings over the next 12 months puts them in regular contact.

While I disliked how Wilder was a content playboy who immediately changes his behavior on a whim, they both dealt with a lot of their baggage in a refreshing way. Sloane didn't trust Wilder because of her broken engagement but also because of his reputation. Wilder didn't commit to relationships because he had been naively manipulated and didn't trust his own judgment.

I really liked Sloane and Wilder and the banter. The slow revelation of Wilder's past was unexpected and helpfully added depth to his character. Also, Sloane's niece and Wilder's little brother and Sloane's dad were fantastic side characters.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest feedback.

“Since the day I met you, you’ve made me believe that fantasy exists.”

Jilted is a delightful, flirty read brimming with charm and an engaging storyline. From their very first encounter, I was completely smitten with Sloane and Wilder, rooting for them every step of the way. This adorable story is so captivating, you won’t want it to end.

After being left at the altar, Sloane struggles with trust and feels insecure about relationships. Wilder, however, is determined to prove he’s in it for the long haul. His playboy past complicates things, making it hard for Sloane to fully trust him. Yet, Wilder consistently shows up for her in meaningful ways. But when unresolved issues from his past resurface, will he be able to confront them and become the man Sloane needs?

“I’ve always been on the run, trying to get somewhere. But since I met you, the only place I want to be is where you are.”

I adored both characters. Sloane’s wit and engaging personality paired beautifully with Wilder’s tender heart beneath his charming exterior. Their snarky, flirty banter and simmering attraction added layers to their chemistry. While they made mistakes, their ability to communicate and take accountability was refreshing. Their love story, shaped by past wounds, was sweet, emotional, and incredibly fun.

Jilted is a thoroughly entertaining read, and I loved watching Wilder and Sloane heal and grow together.

There is a lot of good things going for this new rom-com release that ended my romance reading drought! The main characters are mature, have career goals, and are family centered so it was neat to watch them pine for one another after a tension filled instant attraction moment (coat closet) at a wedding.

Sloane works in the bridal industry and is on a dating moratorium after being jilted at the alter several months ago. Wilder is a former pro-rugby player (and playboy who is allergic to commitment) who lives in London and is almost the guardian of his teen brother. But he is one determined man who falls hard for Sloane and uses his wit, charm, and acts of service to convince her to give him a shot.

The banter, slow-burn tension, emotional arcs (both characters with their families), and great spice made this read fly by for me! Both MCs were easy to root for, and while there is a 3rd act conflict, they handled it with maturely to work for that HEA. I had a fantastic time!

Rep: Type 1 Diabetes (FMC)
CW: Infidelity, caring for parent with Parkinson’s

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to reach this ARC!

This was the quintessential romantic comedy! It was sweet, there was banter, some tension, a misunderstanding as the Third Act Issue, and a happy ending 😁

I received a copy from the publisher via Netgalley, for an honest review.

I am truly LOVING Vi Keeland's novels! This is the third I have read and these are so the kind of books that I just want to keep reading and prevent me from sleeping, they are truly that good. This novel was absolutely no exception to that. I was frustrated and also liked how this story unfolded with us slowly getting information on what happened to Wilder when he was younger. I gasped out loud when the truth came out! I love how sweet and endearing the love stories are in these novels. I so wish they were true, but thus far I have only experienced the opposite. I guess I will just have to stick with the romance novels. Highly recommend this!

This was a satisfying, low-drama romance with great chemistry and a love interest who absolutely understood the assignment. The side characters were charming, the pacing was strong, and I was all-in on the relationship from the beginning.

Arguments didn’t drag out. Misunderstandings got resolved like grownups. It was refreshing, honestly.

One late-story plot turn pulled me out of it a bit (it’s a trope I never love) and I wish the book hadn’t gone there. Still, the rest was strong enough to carry me through, and I liked the way it wrapped up.

It didn’t blow me away, but it did exactly what I wanted it to. Sometimes that’s more than enough.

I am a huge fan of Keeland's books and was exited to listen to Jilted who was narrated by Andi Adrnt and Aiden Snow who are some of my favorite narrators. Wilder and Sloan meets at a wedding where Sloan is working and ends up being a last minute bridesmaid and pairs up with Wilder. They had instant connection and ends up with a kiss.

They end up seeing more of each other because Sloan's next assignment involves Wilder's friends' wedding. They are good together and love the banter between them.

I liked the flashback to Wilder's past and what let him to be so commitment phobic. Sloan and her family was great and added some depth to the characters. Wilder and his friends played such a small role in the story despite it being about them getting married.

The 3rd act breakup was not my favorite but the story ended up nicely.

Thank you @brambleromance @macmillan.audio for a copy of the audiobook.

Vi Keeland has written some incredible contemporary romances over the years, but Jilted might just be my new favorite. It’s heartfelt, funny, emotionally layered, and so perfectly romantic that I found myself smiling (and maybe tearing up a little) long after I finished the last page.

At the center of Jilted are Sloane and Wilder—two characters who stole my heart completely. Sloane is a writer for Bride Magazine, someone who used to believe in love and happily-ever-afters... until she was left at the altar. Since then, her job has become more painful than passionate, and her views on love have taken a cynical turn.

Wilder is the opposite in many ways—laid-back, charming, confident, and surprisingly sincere. He’s a former rugby star and now part of the family behind the magazine Sloane writes for. They meet under chaotic, bridezilla-fueled circumstances, and what begins as verbal sparring quickly shifts into something more magnetic. Their banter is electric, full of sass and sparks. But what truly got me was the depth of their emotional connection.

Wilder falls hard for Sloane, and it’s exactly the kind of sweeping devotion I love in a romance hero. He doesn’t shy away from how he feels. He’s persistent but never pushy, playful but grounded, and always respectful of Sloane’s boundaries. Watching him slowly peel back her defenses—and watching her struggle with the fear of trusting again—was beautifully done. This is a true emotional slow burn, and it’s all the more satisfying because of it.

And can we talk about the moments in this book? The coat closet scene? The cupcake kisses?? Instant favorites. Keeland nails the balance between light and emotional. There’s so much joy in the flirty, swoony scenes, but also genuine tenderness as both Sloane and Wilder navigate their respective emotional baggage.

Sloane, in particular, resonated with me. While I haven’t been jilted at the altar, I’ve felt the sting of a broken engagement and the hesitation that comes with learning to trust again. Her fear, her reluctance to let someone in, felt deeply real—and I appreciated how Vi Keeland gave her the time and space to grow.

The supporting cast also added great depth to the story—especially Will and Andrew, who practically begged for their own books. The friend and family dynamics never felt forced, and every character added something meaningful to the plot.

Audiobook Note: I did listen to the audio alongside reading the ARC. While the production quality is excellent—as expected from Keeland’s releases—I did struggle with the voice casting. Andi Arndt is a talented narrator, but her tone didn’t quite capture the youth of a 26-year-old heroine for me. Aiden Snow performed well, though his voice didn’t quite match how I imagined Wilder. Despite this, I still enjoyed the audio experience overall, and it didn’t detract from my love for the story.

If you’re a fan of heartfelt, character-driven romance with flirty banter, meaningful emotional arcs, and a hero who loves hard, Jilted needs to be on your TBR. It’s everything I love in a contemporary romance and more.

A massive thank you to Bramble and NetGalley for the ARC. I can’t wait to grab my final copy in May and relive the cupcake kisses and emotional slow burn all over again.