One of my favorite things in the world is watching wedding haters and anti-romantics fall in love, and this book DELIVERS. There is just something so satisfying about watching these two characters fall in love with weddings and each other, truly against their will. Incredible.

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

The (Anti) Wedding Party by Lucy Knott is a charming and refreshing twist on the classic wedding rom-com. The story follows Faye, who, after a broken engagement, is reluctantly pulled into planning her best friend's wedding, forcing her to confront her own heartache.

In my summarized opinion:

The Good:
Knott excels at creating relatable, well-developed characters, especially Faye, whose vulnerability and growth feel authentic. The novel's mix of humor and heartfelt moments provides an engaging balance, and its message of self-love and redefining happiness beyond societal norms is both empowering and refreshing.

The Bad:
The pacing can occasionally lag, especially during some of the wedding preparation scenes, which feel repetitive. Additionally, while the emotional depth is commendable, certain side characters lack development, leaving some relationships feeling underexplored.

Overall, it’s a fun and thoughtful read, perfect for anyone looking for a rom-com that digs a little deeper into themes of self-worth and personal growth.

i was initially interested in this book by the cover and the blurb! i expected a cute romance, which it had potential to be, but this was quite difficult for me to get into. i couldn’t relate to the fmc and i wasn’t convinced of the chemistry between the characters. i would recommend to anyone that is up for a very quick, light, fluffy read!

Thank you net galley and Lucy Knott, for the e-arc. this review is being left voluntarily, and all opinions are my own.

I really really wanted to enjoy this book. The cover is what drew me in. However, I struggled to relate to the FMC, and to see the chemistry between the two MCs.

First of all thank you for approving my request!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! The authors writing style had me hooked throughout this book.

I didn't want it to end, a book I really couldn't put down.

1 star from me :/

It just wasn’t for me unfortunately!! I was fooled by the blurb found it quite boring , quite slow and the main character annoying!!

The cover immediately caught my eye, and I was expecting a really cute story. It was definitely a quick and light read, but I found the protagonist incredibly irritating. She just didn’t resonate with me, and the chemistry between the characters felt forced and underdeveloped. The story fell short of my expectations, but Owen’s character and the vivid descriptions of Italy were the saving grace that kept me reading.

I really loved the back and forth in this book! The relationship between the two characters was funny and bubbly, and left me wanting more.

After her own wedding was ruined after discovering her fiance cheating on her, Andi has always been anti weddings. When her best friend gets engaged, Andi does her best to stay positive. When the best man, Owen, turns out to be just as against weddings as herself, Andi is thrilled to find herself an ally. But neither can resist the sparks between them and soon the two find that love might be possible after all.

I was slightly scared to give this one a go after reading all the Goodreads reviews but I'm pleased to say I actually quite enjoyed it. Yes, the main character was selfish but I liked that she wasn't perfect. The ending was sweet and Owen was a fab male lead.

A cute book with excellent bisexual representation!

Two people who famously hate weddings, Andi and Owen, are pushed together to be in the wedding party of their best friends. Overall, it fell a little flat for me. I wasn't compelled to keep reading as much as I would have liked. When you make a character prickly, they have to have some redeeming qualities, and Andi wasn't that for me. Owen was great, but I wasn't convinced.

I did love the Italian setting, thought!

If you're in the mood for a light, beachy read with a dash of romance and Italian charm, The (Anti) Wedding Party by Lucy Knott might be your pick. It follows Andi, who’s been burned by love and is reluctantly pulled into a wedding in Italy, where she’s paired with a fellow wedding skeptic. Their banter and chemistry add some fun twists to the story, even if it drags a bit. The Italian setting is a highlight, making it a great escape. Overall, it’s a sweet, if slightly uneven, rom-com.

A great fun book with plenty of romance thrown in. I love the characters and the way they deal with the disasters that keep befalling them and of course who wouldn't love the Italian wedding setting. Perfect beach read

I really enjoy books about food and I loved reading about Italy!! The very first chapter hooks you in (my mouth actually dropped open) and each chapter after wants you to keep reading.

I loved the main characters and Andi's friendships! Also her mum is so sweet.

The romance was fun but I did feel like the book was overall a bit too long. It could have wrapped up a bit earlier

I absolutely loved this book. I could feel myself in Italy with the great description. I adored the characters and I didn't want the book to end it was so good!
5 stars

The (Anti) Wedding Party sounds and looks like THE perfect rom-com book but sadly this was a DNF. I tried to pick this up several times but always got so put off by the main character that I just don't think I will be able to enjoy it based on that. To me there's a big difference between an unlikeable main character and an annoying one and while I can enjoy books with unlikeable main characters, this was not that.

The Anti Wedding Party by Lucy Knott was a nice read. I enjoyed the characters and the setting.

Thank you to NetGalley, Aries&Aria, and Lucy Knott for the e-ARC.

loved this romance and her mom wants her to date this guy she has these amazing friends who are all dealing with different relationship issues . loved that she found her way in the job and found love

Well, this book started off with a bang, quite literally! Andi is about to marry the love of her life. She is already stressed about all of the details of the wedding, but manages to take a deep breath before the ceremony. Right before everything was about to start, she made a pitstop to the restroom where her life takes a drastic turn....she catches her fiancee cheating with the maid of honor. Crushed, Andi flees the venue and completely writes off love and marriage. She throws herself into work at the fish and chips shop she owns with her mom. Time passes, and her best friend announces she is getting married on the Almafi coast. Andi, of course, is expected to be the maid of honor. She begrudgingly agrees, and she and her mom close the shop for the week to enjoy the wedding festivities.

Once in Italy, Andi is paired with the best man, who also has written off love and marriage. They are a match made in anti-wedding heaven. While they don't intentionally set out to sabotage the wedding, a series of unfortunate events begin to unfold. Some are comical, and some are raw and emotional. As each misstep happens, Andi and Owen become closer and closer, both not admitting what they are truly feeling, How could they though when she lives so far away from him and has to focus on business. Both have to work on themselves in order to work on being together, but will it be enough and not too late?

I absolutely ADORED the setting of this book. I am enamored with Italy and the Almafi Coast. The way Lucy Knott described everything from the scenery to the food made me feel like I was there (and man oh man did the food sound amazing). I liked the character progression of both Andi and Owen. The supporting "cast" was also very useful in bringing these to where they needed to be at the end. While multiple families were entangled in this journey, it really seemed like one huge, supportive unit. The sense of family was apparent throughout. I wish there was slightly more background into Andi's relationship with her fiancee (both before and immediately after). I think I would've had even more of an emotional connection to her. I also wish that there was more background given on Owen's past. There were a couple of vague calls where his brother was calling to check on him, but overall not much was revealed. Overall, this was a super cute romcom.

The writing of this is….not great. It was really disjointed and lacked structure. I skimmed to finish and don’t feel like I missed much.