“The Wedding People is a wickedly funny and deeply satisfying novel about a woman with nothing to lose, armed with a green dress, some chocolate wine, and a coconut pillow, cut loose to cause delightful mayhem. It's a story of lovers who turn into strangers, strangers who turn into friends, and the weird and wonderful connections that make us feel truly alive. I loved it.”—Jenny Jackson, New York Times bestselling author of Pineapple Street

“Alison Espach! How does she do it? I mean, really--how? The Wedding People is so utterly, ringingly true it feels less like fiction than like a field guide to personhood. It's so funny and romantic that I sometimes laughed out loud and sometimes got actual goosebumps. I tore through it like I didn't have a disordered deficit of attention. It's a perfect novel. I loved it.”  —Catherine Newman, author of We All Want Impossible Things

“Is this my favorite book ever? I think it might just be. This novel was truly unputdownable and is an absolute must read. A book about being at the lowest of lows and life just won't relent but then a little unexpected sliver of light that becomes everything. Stunning. Wonderful. Every description for perfection, this novel earns them all.” —Kaitlin Smith-Cook, Copperfield's Books, Healdsburg, CA

“The Wedding People has some of the most compelling characters I have ever met in a novel. Sharp and witty dialog, perfectly written characters, and a beautifully immersive setting, work to make this a book that everyone will be talking about. Brilliant work from Alison Espach!” —Mary O'Malley, Skylark Bookshop, Columbia, MO

“The Wedding People offers a glimpse into what can happen when you stop pursuing the expectations for what you think your life is supposed to be. This is a story of love, honesty, and discovering happiness.” —Bob Lingle, Good Neighbor Bookstore, Lakewood, NY

“I adored every page of this remarkable novel! As she did in Notes on Your Sudden Disappearance, Alison Espach lays bare her characters’ hopes, expectations, and insecurities with humor, tenderness and grace. Through the voices of Phoebe, Lila, Gary and Jim, Espach reveals the risks in dreaming, the sacrifices of settling, and the rewards of being true to yourself. I would spend a week with The Wedding People again and again!” —Anderson McKean, Page & Palette, Fairhope, AL

 “Alison Espach is back with another gorgeous novel about relationships and grief that’s both devastating and funny. An insightful, big-hearted, and life-affirming tragicomedy that explores the redemptive power of unexpected connections, The Wedding People is a brilliant follow up to Notes on Your Sudden Disappearance and a perfect choice for fans of Fredrik Backman's Anxious People.” —Alyssa Raymond, Copper Dog Books, Beverly, MA    

“A weeklong wedding in Newport, Rhode Island? What could go wrong? Well, everything. And that is the beauty of this touching story of love, loss, and family. The dialogue is perfect. Get your fancy clothes out and prepare for something you are not expecting. And then raise a toast to a wonderful book.” —Valerie Koehler, Blue Willow Bookshop, Houston, TX  

"A picturesque seaside town with gorgeous sunny weather and a group of flawed people that remind you of your best friend, your aunt, your annoying co-worker, and that cousin on your dad’s side. The Wedding People by Alison Espach takes these flawed people and shows their humility, tenderness, quirks, and search for happiness. Finding your way is difficult, and it takes introspection or simply a dear friend who’s a good listener to call you out. I found myself laughing at Lila’s monologue and her constant interruptions and bossiness endearing since she’s completely opposite of my personality! Enjoy a lemony palate cleanser after six days of wedding festivities and a satisfying ending!” —Sara Rishforth, Roundabout Bookshop, Bend, OR

"This book absolutely blew me away. I was unsure what to expect as I haven’t read any of Alison Espach’s work before but she will now be an “auto-buy” author for me. The Wedding People at its heart, is a book about grief. Nothing lasts forever, but when things end, what comes next? This book is deeply funny, achingly profound, and so immersive that I read it in one sitting. I think this would make an incredible book club pick as well!” —Alison Cave, The Wandering Jellyfish Bookshop, Niwot, CO

"Readers will be begging for an invitation to meet The Wedding People. Alison Espach's novel soars to the heights of high humor. and swoops to poignancy and pathos in this brilliant wedding drama. Filled with unforgettable characters and a riveting plot, you will want to get your champagne glass ready to toast one of the best books of 2024!” —Pamela Klinger-Horn, Valley Bookseller, Stillwater, MN