David and Mark are a settled couple in their 50s. Meg and Hannah are getting ready to marry but Meg's parents passive-aggressively disapprove and have removed themselves from wedding planning, to Meg's dismay. David's budding friendship with Meg, his involvement in her wedding planning, and Meg's difficulty with her homophobic parents forces him to revisit his own troubled family past and try to reconcile how it might be affecting his relationship with Mark.

I loved how David and Meg's show more friendship grew and deepened, and the support of the community network was wonderful. I also loved the midlife representation in life partners David and Mark. The supporting characters were distinct and a great addition, the youth group members were the best! This is a sweet story with themes of acceptance and inclusivity and chosen family. The pacing was a bit uneven, and it was slow for a very long time before things picked up. At times I found it to be overly focused on details, as well as a bit blandly written for my tastes. That said, I think this is the perfect book if you're looking for a cozy and gently satisfying story. 3.5 stars. Publishes April 22, 2025. I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, all opinions are my own. show less

Apr 1, 2025