Sela Sullivan is resolved to be the best maid of honor ever, even if it means tolerating the best man. Insufferable, too-handsome Luke Watters is not only the guy who humiliated her at a kissing booth in high school, but he also happens to be her best friend’s older brother and her older brother's best friend. Positive he’s the same arrogant jock, Sela vows to focus on her duties and steer clear of Luke.
As a world-renowned extreme-sports photographer, Luke is used to undertaking life-risking adventures. But risking his heart for the beautiful Sela Sullivan, who clearly still hates him for his rejection all those years ago? He didn’t see that coming. Sela inspires a passion he’s never known, and the more time they spend together, the more he craves her. But can he prove to the maid of honor that he’s become a man of honor?
Kissing the Maid of Honor by Robin Bielman follows the story of Sela Sullivan who had once carried a torch for her best friend's brother (who also happens to be her brother's best friend). In Luke's senior year of High-School when Sela kissed him at a kissing booth, instead of snagging the boy of her dreams, her world comes crashing down when Luke's reaction not only humiliates her, but breaks her heart. Luke soon graduates and leaves town, carving out for himself a successful career as a renowned photographer.
After nine long years his sister's wedding finally brings Luke back to town, and Sela unavoidably has to spend time with the man she has convinced herself she loathes. Only, Luke doesn't seem to be the arrogant jerk she remembers anymore. Resolved to not get involved, Sela desperately tries to avoid Luke at all costs; impossible with all the pre-wedding events going on.
Luke is captivated by the wonderful woman his little sister's best friend has become. Sela is not only beautiful, she's sweet, kind and generous... and she still likes to push his buttons; but despite the obvious chemistry between them, Sela is determined to keep him at arm's length. Could it be that she is still hurting from his publicly rejecting her so very long ago? Is it possible that the foolish action of a stunned, overwhelmed teenager can now cost him a future with the woman who, despite both their reservations, so clearly holds his heart?
Luke and Sela are both interesting characters impossible not to like. The author does a good job of portraying their vulnerability along with their strengths, and the reader is emotionally invested in them individually as well as a couple. As is often the case with romance novels, Sela and Luke's relationship does get physical, but the author leaves it at the bedroom door, which I appreciated. The interaction between Luke and Sela is always sweet and emotional, and an interesting cast of supporting characters colours the story nicely.
Luke and Sela both struggle with certain doubts and insecurities. There is more to them and their relationship than the superficial, which adds depth to what is largely a romance
I love romance and second chances, and Kissing The Maid of Honor has both in spades. It's a sweet, light, enjoyable read perfect for hopeless romantics.
After nine long years his sister's wedding finally brings Luke back to town, and Sela unavoidably has to spend time with the man she has convinced herself she loathes. Only, Luke doesn't seem to be the arrogant jerk she remembers anymore. Resolved to not get involved, Sela desperately tries to avoid Luke at all costs; impossible with all the pre-wedding events going on.
Luke is captivated by the wonderful woman his little sister's best friend has become. Sela is not only beautiful, she's sweet, kind and generous... and she still likes to push his buttons; but despite the obvious chemistry between them, Sela is determined to keep him at arm's length. Could it be that she is still hurting from his publicly rejecting her so very long ago? Is it possible that the foolish action of a stunned, overwhelmed teenager can now cost him a future with the woman who, despite both their reservations, so clearly holds his heart?
Luke and Sela are both interesting characters impossible not to like. The author does a good job of portraying their vulnerability along with their strengths, and the reader is emotionally invested in them individually as well as a couple. As is often the case with romance novels, Sela and Luke's relationship does get physical, but the author leaves it at the bedroom door, which I appreciated. The interaction between Luke and Sela is always sweet and emotional, and an interesting cast of supporting characters colours the story nicely.
Luke and Sela both struggle with certain doubts and insecurities. There is more to them and their relationship than the superficial, which adds depth to what is largely a romance
I love romance and second chances, and Kissing The Maid of Honor has both in spades. It's a sweet, light, enjoyable read perfect for hopeless romantics.
Product Information:
Title: Kissing The Maid of Honor
Author: Robin Bielman
Number of pages: 230
Publisher: Entangled Publishing
Year: 2013
ISBN:
Entangled Publishing has kindly provided me with a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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