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A New York Times Bestseller
A Today Show #ReadwithJenna Book Club Pick

Alison Espach’s novel, The Wedding People, is a compelling and thoughtfully crafted story about an unexpected wedding guest and the surprising connections that help her find herself again.

On a gorgeous day in Newport, Rhode Island, Phoebe Stone arrives at the elegant Cornwall Inn in a green dress and gold heels. Alone, carrying no luggage, she immediately causes confusion as everyone mistakes her for a guest attending the lavish wedding being hosted at the inn. But Phoebe isn’t there to celebrate. Instead, she’s fulfilling a long-held dream of experiencing Newport—a dream she imagined sharing with her husband: shucking oysters, sailing at sunset, and enjoying life’s pleasures together. Now, facing heartbreak and at her lowest point, Phoebe is determined to treat herself to a luxurious final adventure.

Meanwhile, the bride has carefully planned every detail of her wedding weekend, prepared for every complication she could think of—except the unforeseen arrival and influence of Phoebe. Unexpectedly, these two women find themselves drawn into candid conversations, sharing personal truths neither anticipated revealing.

Absurdly humorous yet deeply heartfelt, The Wedding People is an insightful exploration into the unpredictable routes our lives may take, and the chance encounters that unexpectedly guide us in new, life-changing directions.