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Always the Bridesmaid
- Author
- Portia MacIntosh
- Narrator
- Karen Cass
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Publish Date
- 19 June 2025
- Run Time
- 8 hours 6 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
- Genre
- Romantic comedies, Modern and Contemporary romance, Romance: the rich / famous / powerful, Romance in uniform, Romance: bad boys / bad girls, Humorous fiction, Family life fiction / Stories about family, Narrative theme: love / relationships
- Rating
- 5.0 (1 review)
What to expect
Rom-com writer Mia Valentina has it all — money, success and a glamorous LA lifestyle. But when a wedding invitation arrives, demanding her presence as chief bridesmaid for her sister Belle, chaos ensues.
Mia’s barely been back in England before she accidentally injures the groom, unintentionally ‘curses’ the wedding, and finds herself in a compromising position with her sister’s soon-to-be brother-in-law.
With the wedding of the year spiralling out of control and best man and fireman Leo by her side, will Mia use her rom-com expertise to save the day?
Readers LOVE Portia MacIntosh:'A fab feel-good book – definitely worth a read, you won't be disappointed' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This is a great read for those ready for a little fun and romance, loved every page and it ended far too fast!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Absolutely loved this book, loads of twists and turns and some laugh out loud comedy thrown in. This book had me smiling like an idiot but it is a real good read!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A fabulous witty romcom with plenty of cringe, swoon and laugh out loud moments' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'A light-hearted read which is flirty and fun and a guaranteed pick me up, I think everyone should read this.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Previously published as Bad Bridesmaid.
Critics Review
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Praise for Portia MacIntosh:
'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low
'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin
'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin
‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy Baggot
'A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!' Sandy Barker
'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read' Rachel Dove
'Fun and witty. Pure escapism!' Laura Carter
'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.' Jessica Redland
User Reviews
Book 5.0
Narration 5.0
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5.0 5.0
Engaging story, nicely read.
PBee 2025-06-28
Details
- Author
- Portia MacIntosh
- Narrator
- Karen Cass
- Duration
- 8 hours 6 minutes
- Release Date
- 19 June 2025
- ISBN
- 9780008766061
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- HarperCollins Publishers
- Genre
- Romantic comedies, Modern and Contemporary romance, Romance: the rich / famous / powerful, Romance in uniform, Romance: bad boys / bad girls, Humorous fiction, Family life fiction / Stories about family, Narrative theme: love / relationships
- Rating
- 5.0(1 review)
- Narration
- 5.0(1 review)
Synopsis
'One of the funniest books I've read in ages' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rom-com writer Mia Valentina has it all — money, success and a glamorous LA lifestyle. But when a wedding invitation arrives, demanding her presence as chief bridesmaid for her sister Belle, chaos ensues. Mia’s barely been back in England before she accidentally injures the groom, unintentionally ‘curses’ the wedding, and finds herself in a compromising position with her sister’s soon-to-be brother-in-law. With the wedding of the year spiralling out of control and best man and fireman Leo by her side, will Mia use her rom-com expertise to save the day? Readers LOVE Portia MacIntosh: 'A fab feel-good book – definitely worth a read, you won't be disappointed' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is a great read for those ready for a little fun and romance, loved every page and it ended far too fast!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Absolutely loved this book, loads of twists and turns and some laugh out loud comedy thrown in. This book had me smiling like an idiot but it is a real good read!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A fabulous witty romcom with plenty of cringe, swoon and laugh out loud moments' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A light-hearted read which is flirty and fun and a guaranteed pick me up, I think everyone should read this.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Previously published as Bad Bridesmaid.
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