- The Wedding People by Alison Espach is a dazzling, deeply human novel about second chances, unexpected friendships, and the messy beauty of life. At its heart is Phoebe Stone, a woman unraveling after a painful loss. She checks into a luxury seaside hotel in Newport, Rhode Island, intending to quietly end her life. But fate has other plans. Instead of isolation, she finds herself swept into a glamorous, chaotic wedding week filled with eccentric guests, heartfelt confessions, and surprising revelations.
- As Phoebe becomes an unlikely part of the bridal party, she slowly rediscovers joy, connection, and the quiet strength to keep going. Espach crafts a rich emotional tapestry, blending razor-sharp humor with touching vulnerability. With a setting as vivid and indulgent as a summer wedding weekend, this novel explores themes of grief, identity, and the small moments that help us feel alive again.
- Perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Ann Patchett, The Wedding People is a tender, smart, and life-affirming story that proves sometimes, the most meaningful celebrations begin when everything else falls apart.

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The Wedding People by Alison Espach – A Heartfelt Novel of Unexpected Friendships by Alison Espach
- In The Wedding People, a woman planning to disappear finds unexpected hope and community at a luxury wedding in Newport, Rhode Island. With wit, warmth, and unforgettable characters, Alison Espach delivers a luminous novel about loss, healing, and the friendships that save us.
- A heartbroken woman. A lavish wedding. An unexpected second chance at life.
A Sharp, Witty, and Heartfelt Exploration of Grief, Healing, and Human Connection.
Set at a Lavish Newport Wedding, This Novel Blends Humor with Raw Emotional Truth.
From a Desperate Escape to an Unexpected Celebration of Life and Friendship.
A Beautifully Written Story About Finding Yourself When You Least Expect It.
For Fans of Emily Henry and Ann Patchett — Deeply Moving and Unforgettable.
Named a Best Book of 2024 by The Guardian, HuffPost, and the Chicago Tribune.
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