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Four Weekends and a Funeral
By the author of Anywhere With You, Ellie Palmer, this "cozy affirmation for introverts and homebodies" (Abby Jimenez) about a little white lie that spirals out of control is "the perfect romantic comedy" (Meredith Schorr).
She found the right guy at the dead wrong time . . .
When thirty-year-old post-double-mastectomy BRCA1 carrier and reluctant thrill-seeker Alison Mullally arrives at her ex-boyfriend Sam’s funeral to discover that no one knows he dumped her, she agrees to play the grieving girlfriend over the holidays for the sake of the family. Little did she know this would mean packing up Sam's apartment with his prickly best friend, Adam Berg. After all, it'll only take four weekends . . .
But Adam doesn’t want Alison anywhere near him. Forced to spend long hours with the grump and his monosyllabic demeanor, Alison decides to put her people-pleasing abilities to the test. She will make him like her. And after awkward family affairs, snowy mishaps, and packing up dilemmas, the two form a tenuous friendship . . . if "friendship" means incredible chemistry and sexual tension. Can Alison come clean and finally embrace the life and love she's always wanted? Or will her little white lie get in the way of her new, unexpected romance?
She found the right guy at the dead wrong time . . .
When thirty-year-old post-double-mastectomy BRCA1 carrier and reluctant thrill-seeker Alison Mullally arrives at her ex-boyfriend Sam’s funeral to discover that no one knows he dumped her, she agrees to play the grieving girlfriend over the holidays for the sake of the family. Little did she know this would mean packing up Sam's apartment with his prickly best friend, Adam Berg. After all, it'll only take four weekends . . .
But Adam doesn’t want Alison anywhere near him. Forced to spend long hours with the grump and his monosyllabic demeanor, Alison decides to put her people-pleasing abilities to the test. She will make him like her. And after awkward family affairs, snowy mishaps, and packing up dilemmas, the two form a tenuous friendship . . . if "friendship" means incredible chemistry and sexual tension. Can Alison come clean and finally embrace the life and love she's always wanted? Or will her little white lie get in the way of her new, unexpected romance?
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This book is simply incredible. I absolutely adored Allison. I found her storyline so unique from any other books I’ve read and having my own connections to cancer I found her character empowering and real. Then you have Adam who is just a pure heart-throb. I love nothing more than a grumpy MMC and when he finally opens up I’m pretty sure my heart melted. The premise of a dead ex-boyfriend was such an intriguing storyline and one I can honestly say I haven’t read before. There are some twists but even more adorable moments. I absolutely devoured this and I will note that Karissa Vacker does an incredible job on the audio narration, I am obsessed.
“Four Weekends and a Funeral” by Ellie Palmer is a book that unexpectedly tugged at my heartstrings. It’s a story that beautifully balances humor and depth, making it a standout read in the contemporary romance genre.
The premise of the book is both unique and intriguing: Alison Mullally, after attending her ex-boyfriend Sam’s funeral, finds herself entangled in a web of white lies. She agrees to play the grieving girlfriend, a role that leads her to spend four weekends with Sam’s best friend, Adam Berg, packing up Sam’s apartment. The dynamic between Alison and Adam is electric, filled with tension and an undeniable chemistry that leaps off the page.
What I found most compelling about this novel is its exploration of grief and the complexities of human relationships. Alison’s character is not just dealing with the loss of an ex-lover but also grappling with her own identity as a BRCA 1 carrier. Her journey is one of self-discovery, acceptance, and finding love in the most unexpected places.
Ellie Palmer has a knack for creating characters that are delightfully flawed and incredibly real. As I turned the pages, I couldn’t help but see a bit of myself in Alison’s people-pleasing nature and Adam’s fear of chasing his dreams. Their story is a poignant reminder that life is messy, but it’s within this mess that we often find our truest selves and deepest connections.
In all honesty, “Four Weekends and a Funeral” is more than just a romance novel; it’s a reflection on life’s unpredictable nature and the beauty that can arise from its chaos. It’s a book that made me laugh, made me think, and ultimately, left me with a warm feeling that lingered long after I finished reading.
I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone looking for a story that’s as thought-provoking as it is entertaining. Ellie Palmer has truly created something special with this debut, and I can’t wait to see what she writes next.
The premise of the book is both unique and intriguing: Alison Mullally, after attending her ex-boyfriend Sam’s funeral, finds herself entangled in a web of white lies. She agrees to play the grieving girlfriend, a role that leads her to spend four weekends with Sam’s best friend, Adam Berg, packing up Sam’s apartment. The dynamic between Alison and Adam is electric, filled with tension and an undeniable chemistry that leaps off the page.
What I found most compelling about this novel is its exploration of grief and the complexities of human relationships. Alison’s character is not just dealing with the loss of an ex-lover but also grappling with her own identity as a BRCA 1 carrier. Her journey is one of self-discovery, acceptance, and finding love in the most unexpected places.
Ellie Palmer has a knack for creating characters that are delightfully flawed and incredibly real. As I turned the pages, I couldn’t help but see a bit of myself in Alison’s people-pleasing nature and Adam’s fear of chasing his dreams. Their story is a poignant reminder that life is messy, but it’s within this mess that we often find our truest selves and deepest connections.
In all honesty, “Four Weekends and a Funeral” is more than just a romance novel; it’s a reflection on life’s unpredictable nature and the beauty that can arise from its chaos. It’s a book that made me laugh, made me think, and ultimately, left me with a warm feeling that lingered long after I finished reading.
I would wholeheartedly recommend this book to anyone looking for a story that’s as thought-provoking as it is entertaining. Ellie Palmer has truly created something special with this debut, and I can’t wait to see what she writes next.
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