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As an aspiring mortician, I was definitely here for this book.

Megan Montgomery's "Undertaking Love" is a poignant and heart-warming tale of redemption, forgiveness, and the transformative power of love. Set against the backdrop of a Victorian-era mortuary, this novel explores the unlikely romance between Bethany West, a former model turned funeral director, and George Smythe, her bitter and domineering business partner.

From the moment Bethany steps into the mortuary, readers are drawn into a world filled with eco-friendly innovations and death-positive attitudes. However, beneath the surface lies tension and animosity between Bethany and George, who is determined to maintain the status quo and drive her out of the family business. Yet, despite their differences, sparks fly between them, leading to a slow-burning romance that is as unexpected as it is irresistible.

What sets "Undertaking Love" apart is its nuanced portrayal of complex characters grappling with past traumas and insecurities. Bethany's determination to break down George's walls and uncover the truth behind his domineering façade is both courageous and heart-warming. As their relationship deepens, both characters are forced to confront their fears and vulnerabilities, leading to moments of profound growth and self-discovery.

Montgomery's writing is both heartfelt and engaging, drawing readers into the emotional journey of her characters with vivid prose and authentic dialogue. From the atmospheric setting of the Victorian-era mortuary to the vibrant streets of New Orleans, every scene is brought to life with exquisite detail and rich imagery.

Moreover, "Undertaking Love" is not just a romance; it's a story of resilience and healing. As Bethany and George navigate the complexities of their relationship, they learn to let go of the past and embrace the possibility of a future filled with love and redemption.

I loved this book! I thought it was really fun and quirky and provided us with MCs in a profession you don't often see, especially in romance. Honestly, it's a good mood read for both Valentine's Day and Halloween. I'm definitely recommending!

I received this book for free for an honest unbiased review from Netgalley.

I wish more books were this well written. Characters were witty and the setting fantastic.

The book followed suit with book one as it was just an ok book for me.. It was nothing over the top or one that will stick with you forever but I dont think it was a waste of time to read.. One aspect I do like is when the cold hearted one starts to warm and you see they are a softie inside.. Recommend? yes
~Happy Reading~

Definitely different! This is a weird and angsty romance about funeral directors. There are details on funeral preparations, but it's not creepy.

Great chemistry: Bethany seems like a bit of a brat, but it fits well with George's starchiness. Surprisingly hot and then unexpectedly deep. Some small time jumps in scenes were confusing, but "Undertaking Love" is otherwise very readable.

This can be read as a standalone. I'm looking forward to reading the first title in the series!

Thank you to NetGalley & the publisher for providing an eARC for review.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and the publisher for granting me an advance copy of this book in return for my honest opinions.

It was a fantastic read.. I could not put this book down it was so good!!

I liked this one, I did.

The book started and we find out the heroine has a kid and I'm like whyyyyy (I really dislike kids in romances, sue me). But this kid was cute and was also not the main focus, so all is forgiven.

I liked the heroine otherwise, although I really cannot tell you why this stunning model person would want to be a mortician. It is never explained. It's a bit odd. But aight (shrug)

Read it!

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This was a really good read. It was interesting reading a book taking place at a funeral home. The writing, the characters, the story - I enjoyed everything and was sad when the book ended. I will definitely be recommending this book. I can't wait to read more of Megan's books.


Thank you NetGalley and Advancing Wolf for allowing me to read this ARC for my honest opinion.

Last responders. A unique group of people that face challenges not many of us can understand. This book helped me to grasp the utter mental exhaustion that can take place.

George and Bethany are funeral directors. Enemies based on misunderstandings. But as they learn more about themselves, they also appreciate more about each other. Full of witty banter, grumpy x sunshine energy, and spicy scenes. I found myself rooting for the whole funeral home! Not to mention, I am also a single mom with a 13 year old just like Bethany! I love being able to personally connect like that.

Thank you NetGalley, Advancing Wolf, and author Megan Montgomery for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I'm not sure where I stand on this story. I loved that it was about an uncommon profession mixed with enemies to lovers but despite the writing style being good something wasn't the right fit.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book received from the publisher via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

*** Thank you to Megan Montgomery, Advancing Wolf and Netgalley for the copy of this book ***
Release Date: 04.25.2023
Plot: Bethany is a model turned single mother/ mortician? George is her business partner (begrudgingly) after she buys half the company (her best friend is his sister). They like each other but don’t want to admit it. Then they go to New Orleans and all bets are off.

Summary: I got to chapter 15 (about page 99) before putting it down and not finishing. The story (up until there) was just so … bizarre.
I love all things macabre and I love a good love story so I thought this would be the book for me. Then I started reading and was just … confused. Bethany was just a loose cannon and George was … boring. So Bethany is this trophy essentially who decides to be a mortician and then her and daughter live in the same building as the George? I know some families live in areas within a funeral home – but not all of them, especially not when someone else is residing there. Then they went to New Orleans and just pussyfoot around their feelings? Meanwhile Bethany is this popular e-girl? Maybe I missed something by not reading the first book in the series but .. I don’t think so.

Megan Montgomery writes in such a way that is so fresh, unique, and embalmed with such emotion, that I was engaged and fascinated from first page to the last!

Undertaking Love is the story of Bethany and George. Bethany is famous model who has pivoted to her dream career of funeral directing. She's bought out half of Smythe & Sons mortuary services from her best friend's father. Now Smythe & Co., Bethany butts heads against George Smythe, who's owns the other half of the mortuary service that has been in the family since the mid-1800s.

Bethany is empathetic, creative, and adventurous, and wants to bring deathcare into the future with the rest of society, focusing on extensive care for the grieving and more environmentally-friendly and green alternatives to embalming and burial. George is tightly controlled, battling compassion fatigue and career burnout, and old-fashioned. You can see how this might lead to some bickering...

What ensues is a touching story about compassion fatigue in servicing a grieving community, career burnout, and losing oneself in the pursuit of your work for others. Sometimes it was frustrating to watch George make so many mistakes and fight against Bethany or the betterment of his work or himself, but Megan Montgomery has a fantastic way of letting her characters organically show you why they are who they are on the page. We learn that George is struggling hard, but he cares immensely too, but lacks many of the proper techniques to protect himself.

Another thing Megan Montgomery does so well is inject her story with words that create an intense sense of the characters and the environment. Similes and metaphors that call to deathcare services and the gruesome things funeral directors see every day. Sometimes it's dark and gritty, and sometimes it's funny, but it creates a very strong sense of the space these characters inhabit.

Undertaking Love is the second book in The Last Responders, but is a totally fine standalone. You will walk away from Undertaking Love not being able to wait to read Morgue to Love though!! I know I can't wait to read Soula and Decca's stories!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book through Netgalley and the publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

thank you to netgalley for the advanced reading copy of undertaking love. this was a cute but difference romance book. yes some normal tropes that everyone goes for but to base it around a funeral home that was an interesting choice that worked well.

The premise: great. Super unique. I loved the mortuary details. The execution: not so much. This was really hard to get through. I think it started too slow - all I got from the first 20% was Bethany’s looks. I didn’t want to keep going.

I think this book needs less:
-long internal monologues
-making the appearance of a character such a fundamental part of the story

And it needs more:
-mortuary discussions (loved these parts)
-New Orleans vibes
lead character chemistry

I really loved this book, I loved the dynamic between the two main characters and I loved the plot! There were many different things happening but it was written well and very cohesive!

Ugh. A major chore to get through this one. This lacks the humor of Morgue to Love. George is stoic and Bethany is a pinup. That's about all the personality description you get. Over and over. I don't admire Bethany's side hustle. I can admire a woman having a side hustle but not when it relies so heavily on the porn industry and medical enhancements. And I'm sorry, but a man elegantly standing is what finally clenched her intense love for George? Ridiculous. Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC

I absolutely adored this book! I thought this was such an original idea. I loved it!!!!
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"Undertaking Love" by Megan Montgomery is an alluring and engaging romance novel that transports the reader to the vibrant and magical city of New Orleans. Montgomery's writing style is so captivating and vivid that you can almost smell the fragrant magnolias and hear the sound of jazz music in the background. The plot is genuine and touching, with palpable chemistry between the two lead characters, Eve and Adam.

However, while Eve is a complex and nuanced character that some readers may find unlikable, the portrayal of the male lead, Adam, is a bit more challenging. He is aloof, cold and sometimes difficult to connect with, which may frustrate some readers. Nonetheless, the dynamic between the two characters and their journey to overcome their differences and find love is heartwarming and genuine.

While some readers may find the character development a bit lacking in depth and complexity, the writing is still delightful and the book is a pleasure to read. It is a well-written and captivating romance novel that will leave you feeling warm and content.

Overall, "Undertaking Love" is a charming and easy-to-read book that will take you on a journey of love and discovery in the mesmerizing city of New Orleans. It may not be the most thought-provoking or complex book out there, but it is still a satisfying and uplifting read that will appeal to fans of the romance genre. If you're looking for a book that will sweep you off your feet with its enchanting plot and vivid descriptions, then "Undertaking Love" is definitely worth a shot.

This is not your typical enemies to lovers romance, for one the profession of the main characters is not something we see in romance often. It's only my third romance where they in the funerary business. The author has added some very well researched details about the work that undertakers do and the emotional toll it takes on them.
This is also a very s*x positive book, where the heroine is involved in explicit modelling and the story is not about the perception people have of her second career at all.
The conflict between the main characters, especially George's personal growth is lovely to read about, I didn't expect the book to deal with such serious topics. But it fulfills all that you need for a romance, especially if you like higher levels of spice in the story, without being repetitive. It explores what it's like for average people to explore kinks and dip their toes into it gingerly.
I'm very curious about how next book, with Gus and Decca as well! My only problem is that the writing gets overly detailed at times, the descriptions and inner thoughts of thr characters could be reduced to keep the reader more engaged.