Another Net galley Backlog is The Anti-Wedding Party by Lucy Know. This book has an adorable cover, which attracted me to it. This was a rapid and easy read, but the book felt flat for me, and I couldn’t connect to any of the characters and didn’t care about them. It has a very descriptive style, and the plot is practically non-existent. Though it was a quick and easy read, I found finishing challenging.

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I wanted to love this one, I enjoyed the premise and the cover was too cute. It was a quick read, but it was a flat one for me.

Thank you NetGalley for a copy of this eARC! I thought that this was a quick read, but I thought it was very basic and not life-changing and fell flat a bit.

Sometimes unlikeable female characters can be a miss for me. Other times like this they’re huge hits for me. It was also refreshing being able to see the main characters outlook on life and marriages. Sometimes romance books have the same repeated themes and messages and at times it’s nice to get something new. Our leading man Charlie was also on the same page as our leading lady so it was nice to see them being on the same page. This was a fun read! And I’d recommend to those looking for a fun time.

I really liked the sound of the premise of this book but unfortunately really struggled to root for the main character and just found her very irritating

Thank you, Netgalley, the author, and Aria for the gifted e-book! ❤️ #gifted. My review is comprised of my honest thoughts.

This was not for me. It was not a cute, sweet romcom. The MC was terrible. I struggled badly with this.

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