MORE QUEER BOOKS IN 2024!!!! What I love about this author is the representation that is etched into every page of this book. Could not recommend more. Especially for my enby friends.

I got the chance to read this book as an early release through NetGalley. Thank you to the author and publisher!

I LOVED this book. My favourite romance novels are ones where the romance is part of the story, but not the entire thing. This novel nailed it with character development highlighted by a romantic relationship.

The representation in this book was incredible. The characters were so authentic and nothing felt forced or contrived.

The dialogue was very well written, I really fell in love with these characters and understood how they were feeling at all times. I think it’s important to remember both of these characters are young and still figuring out who they are and what they want. While some other reviews didn’t love Elsie, I found her to be a very believable character and I was rooting for her and Ginny the whole time. I loved both of their stories and the direction this book took them both in.

The spice was so good. Well-written, enjoyable and the perfect amount.

The only bad thing I have to say about this book is that it wasn’t long enough. I can’t wait to check out more from the author, and I will definitely be purchasing a physical copy for my bookshelf!

My Best Friend’s Honeymoon is such a cute lifelong best friends-to-lovers story about Elsie, who broke off her engagement after finding out her fiancé planned their entire wedding/honeymoon to take place within a week without consulting her, and her best friend Ginny, who has been in love with Elsie for almost as long as they have known her. When Elsie realizes that she has let herself complacent in a life that she never actually wanted she’s left with a nonrefundable honeymoon and no spouse to go with, so she takes Ginny. They know Elsie well enough to realize that she’s a chronic people pleaser and needs to learn how to speak up for herself and what she wants. So for the week of the honeymoon they tell Elsie she can have whatever she wants, whenever she wants, as long as she asks for it. I’m sure we can all guess where that eventually leads *wink wink*

This story was so cute, but I was so frustrated by the conflict between Elsie and Ginny. Elsie had a right to be a little angry at Ginny for “lying” but to act like she couldn’t trust her again?? And then to act like Ginny had never had a personality past their relationship/crush on Elsie??? I feel like it was taken WAY too far, although Ginny did need to have a little bit of her codependency called out. Ginny had so much growth, but I feel like Elsie didn’t have as much. I wanted her to stand up for herself, yes, but not at the expense of Ginny. I think I needed more groveling. She acknowledged that she had blown it a little out of proportion but didn’t really say anything to Ginny about it and that rubbed me the wrong way. I understand these characters are in their early 20’s but it was a little too immature for me.

A cute steamy f/nb story with excellent queer side characters, I think this is great if someone is looking for a quick entertaining story! The miscommunication/3rd act breakup wasn’t my cup of tea, but I’m sure it would work perfect for someone else. This was right between 3 and 4 stars for me, not quite 3, but I was annoyed enough about the conflict stuff that I struggle to give it 4 stars. 3.5 stars is probably the most accurate rating for it.

I plan to post my instagram review for this closer to the publishing date in April.

The problem with Meryl Wilsner’s work is I can’t put their books down but I also don’t want them to end. I loved this one. Sweet and spicy and so wonderful. Loved it!

Meryl Wilsner has become an automatic must read for me. I love how she builds relationships and queer community in her novels! My Best Friend's Honeymoon was such a fun version of the friends-to-lovers trope.
The book opens with Ginny learning that their engaged best friend Elsie, is headed down the aisle next week... only Elsie has no idea that her fiance has gone ahead and planned the wedding -- oh and Ginny is in love with Elsie, and again, Elsie has no idea. The one thing it turns out Elsie does know, is that she is not ready to get married to her fiance -- not next week, and actually, not ever. He's not a bad guy -- just not the guy for Elsie -- and he generously encourages Elsie to go through with the honeymoon, and take Ginny as her plus one. Ginny, wanting to encourage Elsie's new era of making decisions for herself, creates a rule for the honeymoon getaway: they will do anything Elsie wants to do... she just has to ask. And if it's something that might ruin their friendship? You can imagine...
This book is a fun tropical vacation, and I enjoyed both Elsie and Ginny finding their ways into adulthood -- not just relationship-wise, but also with family, friends, and careers. Thanks NetGalley!

2.5 rounded up to 3 ⭐️

The concept of this book had a lot of potential to be a really fun read, but I think the execution was just off. There’s not really any build up in my opinion and the middle of the book was just a lot of spice with no substance all leading to a third act conflict that was a small issue blown way out of proportion.

All of that being said, I did enjoy the character development towards the end, but it was way too brief.

3/5 stars for me. I love Meryl Wilsner (Cleat Cute and Mistakes Were Made are a couple of my favorite wlw romance novels) but this one missed the mark a bit for me! I didn’t feel connected to the characters and felt like their connection felt a little underdeveloped. Maybe more flashbacks from the past could have helped build their love story up a bit? The steam was on point, nice and spicy. The ending felt rushed. I normally devour Meryl’s books but this one I just wasn’t super eager to binge! Still worth the read if you like friends to lovers trope and steamy queer romances, but honestly not my favorite book of theirs.

I was actually so so surprised by this book! This was my first queer/ Female, Female book and I was NOT disappointed! I loved how we get the best friends to lover trope in this one! Elsie and Ginny were so inspiring and their relationship grew and evolved so organically and beautifully! I also happen to love the classic honeymoon trope, it is just soooo hot and captivating! Plus, this by no means is a slow burn which I appreciate because half of the time I just want the characters to get after it, if you know what I mean! My only critique is the whole Elsie drama in the middle of the book, I honestly thought it was unnecessary and made me very much annoyed with her. With they being said, I did love how Ginny handled the entire situation and didn't let things escalate too far. Overall, I feel very lucky that I stumbled across this book and I am so happy with the outcome at the end. It is such a sweet and inspiring story and I think that everyone should give it a try! Also after reading this, I am feeling inspired to read some more f/f romances and more importantly more books by Meryl!

Thank you to NetGalley for having this book available to read!

Ya so this one wasn’t for me.. I’m sorry but there was no buildup from any of the characters at all.. barley when a storyline.. these 2 just went at it with eachother (sex) in every chapter.. I feel that’s all I read about and it got boring real fast..

Meryl Wilsner is an automatic buy for me, so I was thrilled to be able to read this book in advance! As is always the case with this author, the characters are well-developed and the chemistry is off the charts. I loved being whisked away to a tropical location with Elsie and Ginny to watch their relationship take on a new dynamic. Because we spend so much time with them on the island, we really get the chance to know them and see how much they care for each other. Another great Meryl Wilsner book to add to the collection!

ohhhhhh my god
im on my computer and can't add emojis but i am SO SO sad this is over
i honestly might instantly reread because it was INCREDIBLE
representation, romance, imagery, cute ASF and overall my new fave queer romance maybe just maybe?? UGH take me back to two days ago when i read the words, "what if what i want ruins our friendship" and I SCREAMED AND GIGGLED AND KICKED MY FEET AHHHHHHHHH

I loved Ginny and Elsie. This was a fast paced friend to lovers and it really worked for me. I loved figuring out these characters along with them. It was a bumpy ride but well worth it. Meryl hit this one out of the park.

Thank you Net Galley and Saint Martens Press for this ARC for an honest review.

Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for an advanced copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

I'm going to keep this one brief because I don't think it was a bad book, I just think it wasn't for me. I've read Wilsner's books in the past, and I enjoyed them, so I thought this would be one that I loved! The premise was fun, and I loved the inclusion of an nb character. However, I really do think that friends to lovers is just not my jam at this point. I never understand how it takes so long for things to come together for main characters who have been so close for so long, and that was particularly true in this book. I also think I like more plot vs. more spice. This book was just so. much. spice. Which is great for a lot of readers! Just maybe not for me. And I also didn't really love Elsie (or understand Ginny's obsession with Elsie). Elsie already seemed fairly self-centered, so the goal of making her take what she wants just felt unnecessary for me. That said, I think some people would love this book! The spice, the tropes, etc. are all the makings of a favorite book for someone. I'm just, unfortunately, not that person.

3/5 stars because I do see the potential for this to be IT for someone else.

This was a decent read, and the MC’s were well written. I liked the story and the romance. Not too much angst, which is always good. Nice descriptions of the island area as well.

I finished this in a day and I was expecting something else with the cover. But one thing comes to mind and it’s “trying too hard”.

I agree with many reviews the sex scene chapter 18 was spicy but then it turned……can I say ugly? I don’t think degradation is sexy AT ALL………and then Elsie crying after? It was hard to move past that. I took some time to gather my thoughts and write this because I wanted to be fair it started off as 3 review and now finishing it’s a 1 star toooooo much time was spent in chapter 18 with the sex scenes instead of building up characters, and the ending was too damn fast. It left little to be desired, I think they needed more time apart and I still think Ginny loves Elsie more than she loves her. With them being in early 20’s maybe that’s who the target audience is for? It just read too much like a sex 101 book for lesbians and this is coming from someone who is gay.

I appreciate the copy of this book from NetGalley.

This is a 4.5. I really did enjoy this book a lot. I liked the two main characters a lot, their chemistry was great. Their communication? Not so much.

I think my biggest issue is the idea that people can’t grow together and that they need to be apart to figure their lives out and then when they get back together the issues they have magically don’t exist anymore. These 2 people spent like 1-2 weeks apart and all of a sudden got their lives back on track and didn’t fall into the same patterns? Or I guess we’ll never know because there’s no epilogue…

IDK! Maybe it’s just me. But I really really really did like it! Also finally a Meryl Wilsner book with no weird power dynamics!

Thank you NetGalley for the advanced copy of My Best Friend's Honeymoon by Meryl Wilsner, in exchange for my honest review.

While I have enjoyed Wilsner's other books, this was not my favorite. I didn't connect with one of the main characters, Elsie. She seemed very immature and not likable at all. The first intimacy came out of left field - as a reader, you knew it was going to happen but it seemed to happen before it should have. Maybe it was because it was Elsie's first experience with Ginny but it seemed like it was rushed. I struggled to finish My Best Friend's Honeymoon.

the SPICE in this book was unreal like so so so good but the story left much to be desired. not a fan of either character and it all felt really contrived

Huge thanks to NetGalley & St Martin's Press for allowing me access to this ebook in exchange for my honest opinion.
My Best Frien's Honeymoon is a contemporary romance written by Meryl Wilsner which will be release next year, on April 29th.
We follow Elsie Hoffman who calls off her engagement a week before her wedding, realizing she's built a future she doesn’t want. She decides to take her honeymoon anyway, inviting her best friend Ginny, who’s secretly loved her for years. Ginny encourages Elsie to start speaking up for what she truly wants, leading to a week of freedom and unexpected desire. As their friendship shifts into romance, they share moments neither anticipated. But with the honeymoon ending, they’re left to face what their relationship could mean back in reality.
I enjoyed this romance and the growth and self discovery for the main character. I will check the author other titles!

Thank you NetGalley and publisher for this arc!!

What a good book! I enjoyed this more than I thought I would. I loved the main characters! They had great chemistry and worked so well together. I loved how the book just flowed. My first by this author but will not be my last!!!