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I can't believe this is the end of the series, I love the Delaney sisters, Nell and Charlotte most of all
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Charlotte is the last one standing after her sisters managed to fall in love and get engaged before the month was out, and she's ready to agree to marry the son of her father's ex-partner to save the family business
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Only when Aidan arrives at Majestic, she finds out that he doesn't plan to marry her, not now, not ever, according to his words, and he proposes a different deal. But with her pride wounded, Charlotte is not willing to accept at first and proposes to beat him in one last challenge, the winner will take everything
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They both accept the challenge and while they prepare everything for the fall festival they must share the only office in her family business and the attention of the inhabitants of the small town
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In this last book, there is a fun enemies to lovers with the wonderful characters of the small town Majestic and the more united family the Delaneys. Ginny Baird writes the cutest, most passion-filled closed-door romances that I'd would love to find on my movie rewatch list
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Thanks to Ginny Baird and Entagled publishing llc for give me a copy of this besutiful book in exchange for my honest and voluntary opinion

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The third and concluding book in the Majestic Main series by Ginny Baird. The entire series has been silly and farfetched. Three sisters agree that the sister who isn’t engaged to be married in a month will accept a marriage of convenience that will correct a past swindling and save the family business. The oldest and youngest sisters found their mates in the first two books leaving Charlotte left to marry billionaire Aiden. But when Aiden arrives it isn’t to become engaged and instead he tells his once childhood playmate he never intended to marry any of them and is signing over 50 percent ownership in the company that was supposed to be the original payoff for staying married five years.

Charlotte is angry that he’s been playing games with their lives so she doubles down and demands the entire company as he’ll still be wealthy and the original company was entirely stolen by his father. Instead shenanigans happen and they agree to a bet on who can sell the most cups of coffee on a town fair day. The premise is fun and at times the sisters can behave impulsively and immaturely. But I was rooting for level headed Charlotte's story to be my favorite. Aiden and his smirking, a word that creates big negative feelings to me, did not win me over. Nor did how the outcome of the contest plays out. I did enjoy the quieter moments between the two.

The books are clean, wholesome, contemporary romances and should be read in order. Kudos to the lovely covers for the whole series. They will definitely attract readers. I wish the books made more sense to the logical side of my brain but it is easy escapism reading. Thank you to NetGalley and Entangled Publishing for the ARC and I am leaving a voluntary review.

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Last Bride Standing is a charming and feel-good romantic comedy that will captivate fans of the genre. Ginny Baird's witty writing style, engaging characters, and well-crafted humor make for an entertaining read. If you're looking for a lighthearted and uplifting book to escape into, Last Bride Standing is the perfect choice. Prepare to be charmed, laugh out loud, and fall in love with Emma and Jack's delightful journey.

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I absolutely LOVED 🥰 this book. The Last Bride Standing is book 3 in this series, sisters finding love and trying to save their family business. This book was Charlotte and Aidan’s story. I loved these two. They are both stubborn and competitive and both trying not to reveal anything about their feelings makes for some some pretty tense , funny and interesting moments. I really enjoyed it and would recommend the whole series. I was excited to receive this ARC and all opinions are my own in this review

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The final book in a trilogy but can be read as a standalone.
Whilst this book was well written I have to admit that it didn’t hold my attention and it therefore took me five days to finish it. I think some of the problem was that I didn’t care for Aidan and Charlotte. Charlotte came across as childish and I thought she was really greedy to expect to have 100% of Aidan’s company handed to her. Whilst Aidan seemed clueless about the angst and stress he had put the three sisters under. Having said that, I did enjoy their outings (dates) and their romance (which they steadily denied). The last chapter and the epilogue were romantic and gave closure to the series.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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📚Book Review 📚
Last Bride Standing
by Ginny Baird
Pub Date 6/27/23

Charlotte Delaney agrees to a marriage of convenience to Aiden Strong. Their parents started Bearberry Brews then Aiden’s father cheated her parents out of half the company to go back to England naming their half of the company Bearberry Coffee.

When Aiden Strong arrives in Majestic, Maine he has no intention of marrying Charlotte. He presents a deal so they each own half.

Charlotte isn’t happy with being rejected nor his deal and comes up with a plan for them to compete in the Fall Festival. Winner takes all.

Charlotte and Aiden don’t count on their attraction to each other and complicate things. Who will win the competition and what will become of their relationship?

I thought this was a cute small town romance with many character stories going on in the background. I haven’t read the two other connected books but this can be a standalone book without feeling like you’re missing out on something.

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3.5
This was such a great way to end the series. I loved that we got to see Charlotte and Aiden's story unravel. The competition plot point was fun and light and I love a good coffee battle. I thought it was nice to see all the sisters happy, but I just wanted more. I thought it was wild how long it took for Charlotte and Aiden to do their whole love declaration. Even though I knew they ended up together, it took a bit longer to get there. I also did like the small town vibe and it was cute and wholesome. Overall, definitely a cute and quick little series. Thank you to Entangled Publishing for sending me an e-ARC to read and review.

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First off, gorgeous cover. I've read the first book in this series, I tried reading the second but didn't get too far and that happened with this book too. It wasn't that I didn't like it, It was a pretty good plot, it was just on the slower end and I got kind of tired of reading it and was like, I want something fast paced. It is a good book and Ginny writes pretty well.

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I thoroughly enjoyed this last book in the series. The story was fresh and uplifting, and the dialogue was quick and upbeat. I look forward to reading more from Ginny Baird in the future. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a light and fun romance. A pleasant read!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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This was a fun story to read. Charlotte was supposed to be the bride of Adrian for 50 percent of their business that his father had cheated her parents out of. When he arrived from London, he said he wasn't going to marry her and was going to gi.ft her the 50%. She wasn't having that and proposed a challenge of who could sell the most coffee at a fair. It was obvious they were attracted to each other but fighting it for quite a while. Their chemistry was pretty hot and the ending was perfect

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Last Bride Standing is book 3 in Majestic Maine series by Ginny Baird.

Ok so after devouring book three I’ve got to read the first two in this series.
These can be read as a standalone. But I just loved it.

Last Bride Standing is a great small-town romance read.
I loved this heartwarming romance.
The characters are fun, engaging and interesting.
Charlotte and Aidan I adored. Their relationship was sweet and full of joy.
Even the side characters the Delaney sisters were truly amazing.
Being in this tiny seaside town of Majestic, Maine was delightful. And I hated to leave so soon.
I smiled, laughed and smiled some more while reading their story and it was a great one.
Now I’m off to buy and read the first two.

"I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

Thank You NetGalley and Entangled/Amara for your generosity and gifting me a copy of this amazing eARC!

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Ooh I am loving the dynamic between Charlotte and Aiden. And he is British, I would love to hear his accent in audiobook. Their banter was entertaining.I picked it up because I thought it was marriage of convenience but even though it wasn’t I loved it. When the couple weren’t bickering or selling coffee they were so cute and I loved all of their interactions. I think it was lovely seeing their childhood moments. Absolutely loved the book.

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I love this series and this was the perfect ending. Finally, we have Charlotte and Aidan's story. Filled with lots of surprises, some laughs, and plenty of romance. Absolutely loved it. Recommend thee whole series.
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Last Bride Standing is a well written romance novel that is at times heart rendition h and other times funny. Charlotte and Aiden are a perfect match- only they can’t really see that! They are both independent and stubborn - but have these softer inner cores.

Aiden made an agreement to marry one of the sisters before their parents loan comes due- only he’s found a way out of the marriage to help Charlotte’s parents. Charlotte was prepared to marry and move to England to save her family. Inside she secretly wants to marry and doesn’t at the same time.

I love the setting and all the characters from the first two books!

Definitely recommend!!

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Charlotte and Aiden are getting married to merge their families' companies and right Aiden's father's wrongs. But when he shows up in Majestic, Maine, he informs Charlotte that he never planned on marrying her. Though he plans to give her half of the company outright, this is good enough for Charlotte; she wants the WHOLE company, especially after Aiden played along with the marriage ploy, which in turn made Charlotte and her sisters race to get engaged so they wouldn't have to be the one to marry him.
Charlotte's solution is simple: she and Aiden will compete at the upcoming Fall Festival. If he sells more coffee, their initial agreement stands, and she gets half the company. But if she sells more, he has to sign the whole thing over to her.
It's simple. Except when it seems that feelings might start getting in the way.

This was a fun conclusion to this series. Like with the last one there were some moments it felt a bit repetitive in its introspection, but I wanted to see Charlotte and Aiden together, and their competition was a lot of fun.

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BLURB: With just ten days left till her folks’ loan comes due, ever-pragmatic Charlotte Delaney is officially throwing in the towel on the bet that she made with her sisters. It looks like it’s up to her to save their parents’ café and beloved home with a marriage of convenience to her family’s rival. It’s time to get the in-name-only nuptials over with. Of course, Charlotte’s never been one to easily admit defeat…

Aidan Strong has exactly zero intentions of marrying one of the Delaney sisters—even Charlotte, his first crush. He’s come to Majestic, Maine, to make things right…only Charlotte has other plans.

She’s challenging Aidan to a new wager. And the prize? His billion-dollar coffee empire. Now the tiny seaside town of Majestic is about to witness the ultimate game of hearts…and winner takes all.

REVIEW: This was a really lovely read. A contemporary romance set in a small town where family and friends are treasured and connections are strong.

While this is the third book in a series, you certainly do not have to read the other two first in order to enjoy this one.

The plot is a pretty common one, and there is a happy ending, a must for romance lovers.

This quick read can easily be read in an hour.

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this in return for my honest review.

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Charlotte and Adian are both stubborn, passionate, driven, loyal, good looking and driving each other crazy! This book is the last in the series and I enjoyed it. The chemistry was great and the one-upmanship is next level. Great way to end the series.

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We've reached the end of the Majestic Maine trilogy and the last Delaney sister has thrown the final wedding bouquet. I was disappointed because I was promised a marriage of convenience and it wasn't delivered. What's the point of centering a series around a bridal bet if it's rescinded within the first few chapters of the finale? I was totally invested in our couple signing a marriage contract for the sake of their families' coffee business but instead I was treated with a fall festival contest with nary a wedding ring in sight. I was so confused because that was the main reason I stuck through this trilogy. I wanted to see some reluctant nuptials, people!

The last minute switcheroo really threw me for a loop, but I can't say it was completely awful. I thought when our couple wasn't bickering and competing for the most coffee beans, they were very sweet. I thought their childhood adoration was a nice touch and you could practically see the hearts in their eyes. While this trilogy isn't as tumultuous as my usual romance fare, I will acknowledge the tenderness between each couple. The first book will always be my favorite and Nell Delaney most resembles my own personality. I mean, how can you not like a girl dressed in an all-pink ski suit trying to win the man of her dreams?

The Majestic Maine trilogy wasn't what I was expecting, but I suppose it's nice to pump the brakes every once in a while. Most of my reads have been high-octane and totally off the rails. These books are closed-door and focus more on the emotional aspect of their relationship, which is totally valid. I may not have completely loved reading about the Delaney sisters, but I was invested enough to stick it through to the finale. All I really wanted was a marriage of convenience, but I know I won't have to look far to find it in another romance novel. I think I'll leave the reception early and shove some cocktail weiners in my purse while I leave the Last Bride Standing.

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The cover made me select this book, me love a nice cover, and the plot seemed interesting. The story grabbed me and I finished quite fast.

3 stars
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I received a copy of Last Bride Standing via NetGalley to read and review.

3.5 stars rounded to 4. Now that Nell and Misty are engaged, Aiden is coming to town to settle the agreement his mom made with the girls’ mom. Charlotte thought they were getting married when Aiden decides to just hand over half the business. Of course Charlotte has thoughts which leads to a new bet.

Of the three books I think this is my favorite (although the first book is a close second).

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