Title: The Wedding Date
Author: Jasmine Guillory
First published January 30, 2018
317 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 3.59
Overview
In the debut novel of Jasmine Guillory, The Wedding Date, a fake date might just turn into something real. When Alexa Monroe agrees to be the plus one of a groomsman she meets in an elevator, she never expects to have so much fun with Drew Nichols.
Drew, who is attending his ex’s wedding, needs a last-minute date and Alexa fits the bill perfectly. However, after a night of unexpected connection, Drew and Alexa must part ways.
Drew heads back to Los Angeles where he works as a pediatric surgeon while Alexa returns to her job as the chief of staff for the mayor of Berkeley. Despite the distance, they can’t stop thinking about each other.
But with busy careers and living in different cities, is a long-distance relationship even possible? Join Alexa and Drew on their journey as two professionals navigate the fine line between what they think they want and what they truly need.
About the Author
Jasmine Guillory attended both Wellesley College and Stanford Law School. She hails from the Bay Area and has an impressive collection of books in her living room.
When it comes to baking, she has a recipe for every occasion and her love for lipstick has led her to own over 50 shades.
Editoral Review
Jasmine Guillory’s debut novel, “The Wedding Date,” is a charming and delightful romance that will leave readers feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Published on January 30, 2018, the novel falls under the contemporary romance genre and explores themes of love, friendship, and self-discovery.
The story follows Alexa Monroe, a successful African American lawyer, who gets stuck in an elevator with a charming and handsome white man named Drew Nichols. Despite their initial awkwardness, the two hit it off, and Drew ends up asking Alexa to be his date for a wedding he is attending.
What follows is a whirlwind romance that takes place over the course of a week, as Alexa and Drew navigate their feelings for each other and confront their own personal demons.
Guillory’s writing is engaging and easy to read, making it a perfect beach read or a cozy night in. She effortlessly weaves in important themes of race, class, and gender, making the novel not just a love story but also a commentary on contemporary issues.
The characters are well-developed, and readers will find themselves rooting for Alexa and Drew’s romance from the very beginning. Alexa is a relatable and strong protagonist, and Drew is charming and lovable.
The secondary characters, such as Alexa’s best friend and Drew’s ex-girlfriend, add depth and complexity to the story.
However, the novel’s pacing can feel a bit rushed at times, and some readers may find the lack of conflict or tension to be a drawback. Additionally, while the novel addresses important issues of race and privilege, some readers may feel that it does not go deep enough into these topics.
Overall, “The Wedding Date” is a sweet and enjoyable romance that is perfect for fans of the genre. Guillory’s writing is top-notch, and her characters are endearing and relatable.
While the novel may not be perfect, it is a solid debut, and readers will be eagerly anticipating Guillory’s future works.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars.
