This is a page-turner of a novel that I just couldn't put down. College professor and recently divorced Phoebe goes to a resort hotel in Rhode Island with the intention of committing suicide by overdosing on her recently dead cat's pain pills. When she arrives she finds that the rest of the hotel has been taken over by a wedding party for week-long festivities. Her plans for suicide are thwarted on the first night, and Phoebe gives up on the idea, but still not sure what to do next, she's drawn into the drama surrounding the wedding and quickly befriends the bride, Lila. When Lila's maid of honor has to cancel at the last minute, Phoebe is drafted for the job and she gets drawn more and more into Lila's family situation. Things get complicated when she realizes that both the bride and groom have doubts about their wedding plans, and Phoebe begins to have feelings for the groom. This is a funny but heartfelt exploration on grief and love. It's very well-written and I felt myself absorbed by the plot and characters. Highly recommended!
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