This book is a great reminder that like the Christmas spirit, it is so important to find joy and be grateful for life and the opportunity to surround ourselves with those we love and chose to love us in return. Yes, Gwen fell in love with Caleb who is a celebrity many times over. However, it is his shy smile and large heart that won her over. She was strong in her own right and well respected in the cancer research sector. Being through it with her father only reiterated her commitment to reaching a resolution. What I liked about the characters such as Dean and Jenny is that they felt real to me. Jenny struggled with the lack of confidence in her body and Dean from PTSD. However, just like Caleb and Gwen, they truly wanted the best for each other. The wedding and Christmas permeates throughout the book but the main takeaway is love, joy and hope. To celebrate life such as Carter. To remember those that are lost such as Robert. Because of the end, I look forward to the next one!

this is book four in a series, it can be read as a standalone, but I think it would be better to read the books in order. a little romance and a little mystery.

A holiday wedding story that chases a famous actor’s soon-to-be-wife through the round of feelings and risks of also becoming famous. A double love story, this book will make you swoon for the deep relationship between two committed people and enjoy watching another form and blossom at the same time.

Quite the cast with a celebrity groom and medical doctor bride with bodyguards, friends, family, and a rather persistent stalker. Different personalities with sub plots keep,things moving, and the escalating stalker provides some suspense. A fun holiday read.

i just want to start of by saying how much i loved this book, it truly is one of the best books i have read! truly never read a book like this,
" Holiday wedding " had me laughing , hooked and full of love , you really develop connection to all the characters in the book. the story follows two best friends which is written with Dual POV. Gwen (doctor) is about to have her dream wedding to Caleb (actor/singer ). but things don't go to plan or as smoothly as they had planed , when a STALKER and whirlwind of events seem to get in the way !
jenny (journalist/ reporter) is Gwen's best friend and she is sent on a job to cover Caleb so has to follow Caleb around , with Caleb's celebrity statutes he has to have a bodyguard with him all the time.... jenny and his bodyguard don't get on but with the event taking place in Caleb's and Gwen's life they come together to help solve who the stalker is ........
this book was amazing i really couldn't put it down , it had me gripped straight away , it was so well written and so descriptive you could really picture everything and everyone. 5 star read !!!!

Title: Holiday Wedding
Author: @melissadymondauthor
Star rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Spice rating: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Synopsis:
Gwyn and Caleb are due to be married soon, tensions rise when they discover a stalker is on the loose. Two of their friends team up to help find the stalker before the wedding is ruined!

Tropes: unexpected allies, one bed, grumpy/sunshine, enemies to lovers, dual POV

This book is meant for anyone who enjoys a romance with some triller vibes mixed in! This book had me in the edge of my seat with every turn of the page, it kept me guessing and wanting more. I loved this book and cannot wait to read more from Melissa! I definitely recommend this book for a holiday read, you won’t be disappointed!! My favorite character hands down is Dean, the bodyguard. He is hilarious and gives off “big teddy bear” vibes!! @melissadymondauthor thank you so much for this read!!!!

Set mostly in New York City the two weeks leading to Christmas, this follow up story to Holiday Star continues the love story of Gwen and Caleb as they prepare for their wedding while also following Gwen's best friend Jenny and Caleb's bodyguard Dean.

I read Holiday Star right before this, so it was a seamless transition to this story, though I think the author did a great job if you wanted to jump in at this point. I really enjoyed the dual POV between Gwen and Jenny following their different stories. The light suspense was a great addition in this story! It looks like Gwen's new friend Helen and her brother Teddy are set up as the next story, so looking forward to reading more by this author!

What I loved (Jenny and Dean focused tropes):
✨ Grumpy / sunshine
✨ Forced proximity / one bed (snowed in!)
✨ Christmas time
✨ Enemies to lovers
✨ Artwork throughout
✨ Light suspense (working together to find Caleb's stalker)

4.5 / 5 stars (rounded up)

Open door / spicy
(the spicy version starts off strong, really love that the author has the other version for those interested)

Many thanks to NetGalley and the author for providing an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review!

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𝓗𝓸𝓵𝓲𝓭𝓪𝔂 𝓦𝓮𝓭𝓭𝓲𝓷𝓰
╰┈➤𝙰𝚅𝙰𝙸𝙻𝙰𝙱𝙻𝙴 𝙾𝙽 𝙺𝚄✨

𝑀𝑦 𝑇ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ𝑡𝑠💭🧐
Thank you so much to @melissadymondauthor , @netgalley & @victoryeditingngc for my gifted eARC of 𝓗𝓸𝓵𝓲𝓭𝓪𝔂 𝓦𝓮𝓭𝓭𝓲𝓷𝓰!

This book was SO good! Another win for my holiday TBR! I absolutely loved this book, I loved the characters, the plot, and all of the holiday elements that made it a perfect read for this time of year! This was also my first Melissa Dymond read, and it definitely will not be my last! I absolutely loved her writing style and thought everything in this book flowed so perfectly.

Gwen and Caleb are EVERYTHING and so are Jenny and Dean! I loved the dual romantic storylines with our POVs being Gwen’s and Jenny’s. Gwen and Caleb have an established relationship, and then Dean and Jenny have a new relationship. Gwen and Caleb are going through it as they prepare for their wedding! She’s travelling and there is just a lot of emotions flowing between them, but I loved how genuine and raw their love for each other felt. You just know that NOTHING is coming between them. Dean and Jenny were amazing, too! I absolutely loved seeing their progression as the story went on.

I loved Jenny’s character so much. Her feelings of not being good enough really resonated with me and I just connected with her so easily. She’s trying so hard to show that she’s a loyal friend, and I just wanted to wrap her up in a big hug. Her and Dean are actually so perfect for each other! We kind of have a grumpy x sunshine thing going between them but I actually cried a little bit when Dean opened up to her about his past and his scars. They complement each other so well and I loved everything about them.

The suspense piece of the plot was incredibly captivating! I had to know what was going to happen, and trying to figure out the mystery of who was tormenting Caleb and Gwen was like watching a true crime documentary. I couldn’t get enough!

Everything about this book was perfect! I loved the pacing and I loved how real the emotions felt. I felt like everyone’s emotions and feelings were super justifiable in all of their situations, and I loved the way that Melissa portrayed them. She handled some really delicate themes beautifully and created a flawless narrative that flowed perfectly, and created a truly immersive reading experience.

I’m so excited to continue this series and to check out Melissa’s other books! I can’t wait to see the next story in this universe as I have a pretty good idea who it’s about and I AM HERE FOR IT!

Overall, definitely recommend this one!

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Holiday Wedding, by Dr. Melissa Dymond, is a fun-loving example of the holiday romance genre. I enjoyed it as it provided all the "resolutions" I crave in this type of book, but also included mystery aspects that aren't typically found in romance books (especially Christmas ones). I enjoyed the added bit of tension as well as the banter of the characters. All in all, it was a fun time! I also like how we can anticipate a sequel next year. I hope it includes the main characters from this novel as well. Thank you to Netgalley for this free ebook in exchange for an honest review.

I enjoyed the book, I liked how it was multiple point of view in the book, it wasn’t to spicy but I liked that the author offerd two versions of the book open door with spice, and a close door with out so everyone can enjoy the book, and if you enjoy grumpy x sunshine you enjoy this along with force proximity. I recommend this book if you like holiday type of book also.

Dr. Melissa Dymond’s Holiday Wedding initially presents itself as a cozy holiday romance, reminiscent of a lighthearted Hallmark movie. However, it quickly distinguishes itself as a layered and engaging story with unexpected depth and a bit of spice.

The plot captures the charm of a holiday setting, but it’s the characters who steal the show. They are vividly drawn, with quirks and personalities that make them both relatable and entertaining. Their humor and wit add an extra dimension to the narrative, making it more than just a seasonal romance. The chemistry between the protagonists is palpable, and the novel balances heartwarming moments with a bold, steamy edge, ensuring that it stands out in the holiday romance genre.

Dymond’s writing is sharp and engaging, offering a seamless blend of humor, romance, and drama. The pacing keeps readers hooked, and the dialogue feels natural and lively. Fans of interconnected series will be delighted to hear that Holiday Wedding hints at further stories involving these compelling characters, making it a promising start to a larger narrative universe.

In summary, Holiday Wedding is a delightful mix of festive cheer, romance, and spice. It’s perfect for readers seeking a holiday escape with depth and humor. Dr. Melissa Dymond has crafted a story that will appeal to fans of romance and holiday fiction alike, and her future works are certainly worth anticipating.

Book four in The Wedding Date series and I have read zero other books. I probably would appreciate the writing style and characters more had I of read the previous books but I did enjoy this love story. Vivian is in her 50s and has been divorced for a few decades and this is her shot at love again and I am here for it.

✨Holiday wedding is a dual povs story with two storyline of fmc -Gwen and jenny with their partners caleb and dean respectively so we have two different love story in one book😉. Its so much perfect for winter christmas vibe. If you want something heartwarming, cozy, light fun ,with stalker on loose suspense twist, then you should definately pick holiday wedding.

Both the guys are green flags.💚I liked how the insecurities are weaved in the story making it so much realistic and relatable. Mental health representation is done perfectly.

The way each couple made one another feel loved and special and complete is very well written. There is also a stalker suspense and side mini love story of other couple which is cherry on top, who too were green flags💚.

Its a perfect blend of spicy and sweet cozy romance.

Ps: It had a cute artwork too. I did cute edit too, if you like to see , open the link for instagram.👇

There will be another story of a couple Helen and teddy in upcoming book of holiday star series. Be ready for it❣️

Thank you netgalley.

I was super excited for a holiday wedding romance but the book was a bit different from what I expected. I did not read the first book of the series but I felt like all of the flashbacks/references to what I'm assuming are things that happened in the first book just made this one more confusing to follow. There were a lot of characters to keep track of, and honestly I'm still confused on who some of them are still at the end of the book. The book seemed to drag on with a lot of fluff for a while, then a lot would happen all at once. I found it predictable in some ways, and then wildly thrown off how far fetched other scenes went. I feel like the dual storylines took away from each other. I also was expecting a bit more spicy scenes from the way the book opened but they were few and far between.
Thank you to NetGalley and the author for allowing me to read this book.

Thank you to Victory Edit NetGalley Co-op for the ARC of Holiday Wedding in exchange for an honest and independent review.

I was really excited to see another romance novel from Dr. Melissa Dymond. I’ve read Paging Dr. Hart prior to this, and I thought it was such an adorably sweet read that had me totally hooked. While I’m aware that this is the second installment in a series revolving around the same set of characters, this book can absolutely be read as a standalone (as I had not read the first book in this series). The author gives more than enough backstory, without bogging you down and making you feel like you need to stop and reread the first book or you’ll be missing out. I also really enjoyed that this book is offered in two forms: a spicy version (yes please!) and a PG version (no thank you mam-not for me). Regardless, this book appeals to a wide variety of readers.

I love the fact that not only are her books filled with romance and genuine relationships, they also have a tinge of mystery wrapped up in them. That element alone keeps things moving quickly, always making you wonder what will happen next. I also really enjoyed that this particular installment had two love stories in one. Not only do we get Gwen and Caleb’s wedding story, but we also get the introduction of Jenny and Dean (I actually enjoyed this storyline a bit more and their characters were so likable (Gwen and Caleb were a bit too lovey dovey at times for my liking that it almost didn’t seem realistic).

This was a perfect holiday read for you to curl up with in front of a Christmas tree with a cup of hot chocolate in hand. Also make sure to check out Melissa’s other reads if you find yourself enjoying her writing style! You won’t be disappointed.

5 stars! This Holiday romance/suspense book by Dr. Melissa Dymond hits all the right notes. I was immediately drawn to the story and all the characters. I didn't realize it was the second book, but it can easily be read as a standalone. There are two love stories (with a potential third). Gwen and Caleb are in love on the eve of their wedding but face scary difficulties with a stalker. Gwen's best friend Jenny and Caleb's bodyguard Dean find themselves surprisingly compatible and I loved their parts of the book. The story is written from the dual points of view of Gwen and Jenny and it worked perfectly. I hope there is an additional book for Jenny and Dean, they are so adorable!

Overall, I gave the book 5 stars. If you're in the mood for holiday romance with a twist of suspense, read this book! The characters are all great and the pace is medium to fast. The couple's real-life dilemmas are described with such delicate accuracy and the romance is dreamy! All the Christmas cheer is there and will put you in the mood for the Holidays! Thank you to the Publishers for providing this book for review consideration via Net Galley. All opinions are my own.

Holiday Wedding (Spicy version) by Melissa Dymond
Rating: 4.5 stars

I truly enjoyed this followup book to Holiday Star! It even involved a little crime and mystery that needed to be solved which I loved. Caleb and Gwen return to unite in marriage but not without a New York snowstorm, persistent paparazzi, and a kidnapping to put a glitch in their plans. We also welcome two new relationships and a little bundle of joy. I loved how fast paced this book was and it again reminded me how much I want to visit New York at Christmas time one day. I would actually love to see Gwen and Caleb in another book one day as well.

Would I recommend this book? Absolutely.

Tropes:
One bed 🛌
Grumpy ☀️ Sunshine
Enemies to lovers ⚔️
He falls first 🫠
Snowed in ❄️
Forced proximity 👩‍❤️‍💋‍👨

Thank you Melissa Dymond and NetGalley for providing me the opportunity to read this title in exchange for an honest opinion. #HolidayWedding #spicyholidayromancewithsuspense #NetGalley

A romance with a touch of suspense? Yes please!

The story revolves around a holiday wedding that brings together two unlikely characters, sparking a spicy spicy romance! The characters are well-developed, and their chemistry is on fire!

If you're looking for a holiday romance that keeps you on the edge of your seat, this book is a must-read.

Swoon-worthy!!!!!

First thank you to Net Galley and the publishers for the ARC!

This was a first for me by this author, but not my last. When I started reading this book I didn’t realize it was the second in a series, but it can definitely be a stand alone. The characters are relatable and their relationships enjoyable.

Gwen and Caleb showed a few growing pains as they grew together as a couple heading towards their wedding day. I really felt like it was a realistic take on a true relationship. Couples aren’t always going to agree, and you have to find your new normal as a unit. The ending of this book seriously gave me all the warm fuzzy feelings!

Watching Dean and Jenny’s relationship was the perfect balance to Gwen and Caleb’s unique pre-marital struggles. . I loved the way Dean made sure to let Jenny know just how beautiful she was when she had doubts about her body. And my favorite scene was when he asked for her brothers’ addresses because they used to tease her about her weight when she was younger, and she still struggles with the way she sees herself as an adult because of the teasing. It was also great to see Dean open up to Jenny about his past as a soldier and how that still affects him to this day. Her patience and understanding in that situation was beautiful to see. I am so happy these two found each other and I really loved their story.

Such a cute holiday read and I am excited to read the next in the series!

Holiday Wedding is so unique because you really get two love stories in one book! It was great to see Gwen and Caleb from the first series, and we also get Dean and Jenny. Jenny is Gwen's best friend, and Dean is Caleb's bodyguard. The story is told from dual POV of Gwen and Jenny. It was filled with so much suspension, but it also had great chraracter development too. I loved how everything came together.