Wedding planning (found 945 titles)

Vision in White (The Bride Quartet, Book 1)

Author: Nora Roberts
Publisher: Berkley Trade
Publication date: 2009-04-28
ISBN: 0425227510
Pages: 343
Rating:
Price: $16.00

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts invites readers to the wedding event of the year!

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts presents her first trade original-a novel of love, friendship, and family-Book One in the Bride Quartet.

Wedding photographer Mackensie "Mac" Elliot is most at home behind the camera, but her focus is shattered moments before an important wedding rehearsal when she bumps into the bride-to-be's brother...an encounter that has them both seeing stars.

A stable, safe English teacher, Carter Maguire is definitely not Mac's type. But a casual fling might be just what she needs to take her mind off bridezillas. Of course, casual flings can turn into something more when you least expect it. And Mac will have to turn to her three best friends-and business partners-to see her way to her own happy ending.

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Wonderfully Sweet Story (2010-03-08)

You know how most romance novels are about a man who know what he wants and goes for it? He wants that woman so he goes after her? This story is like that but with a hero who has to find his footing first. Carter has loved Mac since high school and because of that she makes him nervous, happy, excited, and tongue-tied all at the same time. And I believe that's how love is supposed to be. A man who makes an idiot out of himself when trying to impress me is more endearing than one who's overly confidant and cocky. This love story is so sweet. I smiled through out the whole book and couldn't put it down all day. If you are looking for a great romance free of explosions, guns, and creepy bad guys but still filled with humor, excitment, and anticipation then this story is perfect for you!

Vision in White was okay. (2010-03-06)

This book was more entertainment than a learning item. It was okay. The delivery process was awful!! It took 15 days after purchase to receive it. I had ordered another item from you which I received in 3 days. I would never recommend marketplace to anyone at all.

Wonderful! (2010-03-02)

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I have read several Nora Roberts books and none of them even come close to this one. The story, as is all of Roberts books, is about a single character finding a surprising love and trying to deal with family and friends. The new aspect that caught me off guard was how well Roberts wrote in the wedding business. I am a huge sucker for weddings so this series is going to be one of my absolute favorites! I am so glad that this one is a quartet!

Enchanting Review: Vision in White (2010-02-27)

VISION IN WHITE
NORA ROBERTS
Contemporary Romance

Rating: 4 Enchantments

Mackenzie "Mac" Elliot is the wedding photographer for `Vows', the wedding planning business she runs with her three lifelong best friends. She isn't looking for a relationship at all, in fact, that's probably the last thing on Earth she wants--until she encounters Carter Maguire, the new teacher at her old high school and the brother of one of their clients.

Carter Maguire had a crush on the free spirited Mac in high school and never did anything about it. Now that they've reconnected thanks to his younger sister's wedding, he's not going to let that happen again. Recently out of a bad relationship, Carter's a little unsure in the dating department and gets help from his co-worker and friend, Bob, who isn't the best advice giver in the world. But Carter gets past the bad advice and falls--hard--for the unconventional photographer.

VISION IN WHITE is a great kick-off to Ms. Roberts' new series. I loved Mac, she's a very strong willed character, except when her mother's involved and that's where the trouble begins. Thanks to her oft married mother, Mac has a skewed view of relationships and panics when she realizes things between her and Carter may be getting more serious than what she's comfortable with. At times, I wasn't sure of Carter. I liked him well enough, and he loves Mac, but his uneasiness with how to act and date and basically woo her did get a little tedious at times, but the chemistry between the two characters is unmistakable. There are some truly great scenes in the book. One of my favorites is the meet scene between Mac and Carter, where he bops his head against the wall and she tends to him. Not to spoil it, but it's a really funny and memorable scene with some great dialogue.

Ms. Roberts lays the groundwork in VISION IN WHITE for what should be a great series. I love the backdrop of the four women running a `Vows' the wedding planning company. All four women are equally strong characters and there's already some hint of the possible men in their lives with some of the supporting cast in this book. I look forward to the second book, `Bed Of Roses', due to be released October 2009.

Nora Roberts is the author of 160 New York Times best sellers, including 23 written as J.D. Robb and one written together with J.D. Robb. Visit her online at [...]

Lisa
Enchanting Reviews
August 2009

Skip this one unless you're planning a wedding (2010-02-24)

So, so disappointing. Half this book dealt with all the details and problems that go into wedding planning. The other half dealt with a shallow, predictable romance that never contained anything that moved me. A total waste of my time; at least I checked this out at the library so I didn't waste my money.

The Knot Ultimate Wedding Planner: Worksheets, Checklists, Etiquette, Calendars, and Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Author: Carley Roney
Publisher: Broadway
Publication date: 1999-12-28
ISBN: 0767902475
Pages: 200
Rating:
Price: $16.95

Filled with easy-to-follow checklists and worksheets, contract guides, and the hip insight you love on TheKnot.com, this comprehensive guide will take you through the countless stages of wedding planning and help you stay organized so you can pull off a the perfect wedding -- without losing your sanity! Planning timelines, important questions to ask vendors, contract checklists, budget spreadsheets and tips, attendant cheat sheets, and much more are included in this thoroughly modern, must-have wedding planning resource. 200 pages. Published by Broadway Books (a division of Random House).

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**** (2010-02-28)

Pretty helpful!
it was my top pick of all the books i could find at Barnes & Noble one night.
I'd recommend it to any bride.

Average wedding planner (2009-07-10)

it's a nice planner if you just need something smaller that will fit in your purse. It's not the type that has a binder attached with pockets or folders to store paperwork, which would have been more helpful. I also don't like the stories that go along with each section about other people's wedding. Half of the stories I can't even relate to so they don't help. The time line as far as what you should be getting done when is very helpful! As well as the pages that allow you to write all your contact information for vendors.

wedding planning (2009-06-25)

goes with the web site information the knot is great for organizing the plan and all that goes with the wedding

Item is ok (2009-06-16)

This item is pretty good but also had a lot of information and sections that I won't even be using. It's good for someone planning an expensive and lavish wedding but not the best for someone planninga simple and less expensive wedding. It has good advice but would be better as a spiral bound book or if it had pockets.

Buyers Beware! Theknot.com has No Communications and NO Customer Service (2009-05-09)

Theknot.com may have useful tools for our weddings, but buyers beware! I bought sale items from them that they never shipped, and never told me that they were canceled!

I had to rush to find disposable cameras with less than 20 days left before my wedding. I never got an updated invoice from them, and when I asked, they sent me a dollar amount in my email that wasn't the same as what they charged me - and still no invoice! The response by customer service was "oh yeah, we canceled the item, and we don't send a notice. thanks!"

TheKnot.com is the only vendor I've worked with that actually stressed me out, and for what they are supposed to be, I'm terribly disappointed. I copy/pasted their checklist into a word document, and my Budget Planner is Excel. If they can't get my invoice correct, why would I want them to work out my budget???

The Wedding Book: The Big Book for Your Big Day

Authors: Mindy Weiss, Lisbeth Levine
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
Publication date: 2008-03-27
ISBN: 0761139605
Pages: 485
Rating:
Price: $19.95

Announcing the wedding bible: the most complete, lively, handholding, step-by-step guide to help every couple have a perfect wedding—no matter their budget, taste, or personalities. More than 2.2 million North American couples tie the knot each year; until now, only a mere fraction could work with celebrity wedding planner Mindy Weiss. But the significant fact is not Ms. Weiss's clientele, but the reason for it: She's so very good at what she does. And now she shares all of her hard-won experience, wisdom, inspiration, and style tips.

The Wedding Book covers everything, in a voice filled with understanding: announcing the engagement, and what to do when someone isn't happy about the news; creating a budget; the pros and cons of destination weddings. Drawing up the guest list; planning the ceremony (and how to personalize your vows); menus to inspire; contracts and wedding insurance. Shopping for the dress, six great hairstyles, tuxedo vs. dinner jacket, the etiquette of invitations. Style tips for flowers, the tabletop, linens; a cake that says "you"; the crucial "Sixty Days Until I Do"; rehearsal dinner strategies; plus freezing the cake and preserving the bouquet.

Today the average cost of a wedding is $25,000—at $19.95, The Wedding Book is the smartest investment a bride-to-be could make.

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Terrible service and seller (2010-02-17)

I would give this seller negative reviews if I could. It took ten days before my item even shipped. My compliant went no where: I was told no cancellations and that I would have to pay for return if refunded. Thanks for nothing. Buyer beware.

The every-bride's guide (2010-02-03)

I bought this on a whim, but it quickly became my wedding "bible." Just wish I had bought it when we first got engaged. It was as if Mindy was right there walking me through each step along the way. So helpful and fun. I loved the bits of wedding lore and trivia.

Bride's Bible (2009-11-07)

This book was given to me from my then future sister in law. It was the most Helpful gift I have ever received. I had only been to maybe 3 weddings before mine and had no idea what to do or where to start. This book has an answer to every question that came up.
We had 60 guests at our wedding (including the bridal party). It's true that the book is aimed for larger weddings but it's not that difficult to just take the information you need and pair it down for a smaller wedding.
I'm actually online right now to buy this book for my friends who just got engaged an hour ago!! Congrats Kenny and Meghan!!

Everything You Could Ever Need (2009-10-25)

When I got engaged, I almost had a panic attack about having to plan a wedding. I have done event planning before at work but had no idea what all needed to be done for a wedding... until I found this book. It is a great reference book for all things related to a wedding. From what questions to ask vendors, what the various types of veils are (birdcage? cathedral?), to how to write a thank you note. It also has instructions for things like how to preserve your gown, save the top layer of your cake, etc.

I highly recommend this book to anyone planning a wedding!

best wedding book (2009-10-17)

This book is great and up to date guide for a wedding. It answers questions in a 2009 era. I can't think of a question we had that it didn't address. As the parents of the groom, we wanted to know as much as possible to help and participate in the planning of our sons' wedding. Mindy's book had all of the answers in a clear and practical way. Easy to navigate through, too.

Colin Cowie Wedding Chic: 1,001 Ideas for Every Moment of Your Celebration

Authors: Colin Cowie
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
Publication date: 2008-12-23
ISBN: 0307341801
Pages: 352
Rating:
Price: $40.00

ULTIMATE WEDDING PLANNER

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Great Book (2010-01-24)

As an Event and Wedding Planner, I find this book to be one of the favorites I share with my brides-to-be. They always come back with pages tabbed (I give them peel and sticks) and they create a vision for me of their dream wedding. It is all a matter of re-creating on the initial vision that Colin Cowie presents. Love it!

Good for thinking about the details (2009-12-12)

I checked this book out from the library, suspecting that I would flip through many pages of photos, scout out some things I like and be done with it. I figured most of the information would be for weddings well beyond my budget.

I was wrong on both counts.

While it's true that Colin Cowie's weddings are spectacular, luxurious affairs that often exceed a minimal budget, this book isn't really about how to create your over-the-top wedding. Instead, it's a nice tutorial on choosing details that will both tie an event together visually and provide an exceptional experience for guests. There certainly are lavish ideas in here, such as installing French doors and a sunken dance floor in an outdoor tent, but there's also a wealth of information for those of us trying to keep the numbers low: little things, such as vary the centerpieces and table coverings so that the reception seems thought out instead of mass-produced. (Maybe some of you are saying, "Well, duh," but I didn't think of it.)

The book is divided into several sections, covering everything from attire to reception decor to food and beverage. Each section offers a few pages of Cowie's advice, followed by several photos, each of which is annotated with a description of what makes that particular element work. You're probably not going to find an answer to every design question here, but there are enough gorgeous photos (with commentary) to get your creative gears turning.

Granted, if you have experience planning events, much of this book might be old hat, but if you're just someone trying to throw a wedding that your guests will remember, don't overlook this book. It's a great start.

Excellent pictures (2009-10-01)

Excellent ideas on decoration, drinks etc, but not as detailed as I was expecting.
Great quality of pictures.

Gorgeous! (2009-10-01)

This book is amazing. Lots of great ideas and great pictures! Vendor lists and everything. Great book!

GOOD BOOK NOT GREAT (2009-09-24)

THIS BOOK HELP ME SEE THE BIG PICTURE WHEN PLANNING A WEDDING, IT HAS AMAZING ADVICES, DESCRIPTIONS AND TIPS, BUT I EXPECTED MORE FROM THE PICTURES. EVEN SO I RECOMMEND THIS BOOK FOR EVERY BRIDE TO BE.

The Ultimate Wedding Planning Kit: From America's Top Wedding Experts, Elizabeth & Alex Lluch

Authors: Elizabeth Lluch
Publisher: WS Publishing
Publication date: 2007-03-25
ISBN: 1887169733
Pages: 168
Rating:
Price: $32.95

The Ultimate Wedding Planning Kit is the most useful and comprehensive wedding planning tool ever created! This attractive and functional kit contains nine great products to help the engaged couple plan the most important day of their lives! The beautifully designed carrying case conveniently holds an array of items.

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Functional convenience (2009-11-30)

We are just in the beginning planning stages...engagement. This was helpful to have to begin record keeping like gifts received and will be guide us with each step of the planning process. Very useful tool.

Wedding Planning Kit -- Great Customer Service (2009-05-15)

The company that sold this product to me has terrific customer service. The item arrived damaged, and when I apprised the company of the fact, they refunded the cost of the book to me. I was completely satisfied with my transaction!

Love It! (2009-04-11)

I received this as a gift and I absolutely love it. The folders are the best and are great at keeping me very organized. Planning a wedding is beyond stressful when you do not have a Wedding Planner to hire and this planner is a lifesaver! I would recommend this organizer to every bride to be!

Excellent Planning Package (2008-08-25)

This is the best wedding planner portfolio ever. It comes in a plastic folder with a sturdy clasp and has a 12 month checklist, two books, a wedding planner guide to apparel and a planning booklet that has forms to use to hash out your budget and timelines. This book also has forms to plan your guest list, table planning, vendors. The kit also comes with 12 pocket folders that help you organize your reception, bakery, flowers, ceremony, music, photography, stationary, etc. I found these particulary useful when I am ripping out pages of magazines with articles or vendor ideas. I file them in the appropriate category and review them when I have the time. The whole kit is about 8 1/2 by 11 and about 2 inches thick. It fits in my work bag and is completely portable. I would recommend this to anyone who needs to get organized.

Wedding Planning For Dummies, Second Edition

Authors: Marcy Blum, Laura F. Kaiser
Publisher: Wiley
Publication date: 2004-10-29
ISBN: 0764556851
Pages: 408
Rating:
Price: $19.99

It's hard to imagine any wedding detail that could have escaped inclusion in the pages of Weddings for Dummies. How to build a chuppah, how to anchor a comb in the bride's hair, who dances with whom and when--everything you ever wanted to know about getting hitched is right here. Fortunately, Marcy Blum and Laura Fisher Kaiser aren't afraid to give an opinion or two (there's a list of "Ten Tacky Temptations We Beg You to Resist"), but most of the information is entirely nonjudgmental. It's best to have a much-married older sister plan your wedding, but if you have to do it yourself, this is the perfect book to tell you how.

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good deal (2009-10-31)

Good condition, got here fast, and the quality was great. I would definately buy from this retailer again.

Wedding Planning for Dummies (2009-09-17)

The Wedding Planning for Dummies is an easy read with plenty of humor and illustrations from the author, which I thought was not only entertaining but rather useful. The book is intentionally written as a reference so I can easily skim through the first time and then go back to the table of contents or index to locate which aspect of wedding planning I wanted more information on. It was pretty thorough from how to tie a bowtie to how to have the wedding cake be a focal point. In each section it was also helpful by its format to help the reader identify the key points, reminders, and tips. I enjoyed the book and felt it was helpful to plan weddings.There are definitely alot of things to consider before putting wedding together and I think this book does a good job in taking something that could be complex be somewhat palatable for a person who has never planned a wedding before. I actually have planned weddings and hope to write a book someday perhaps to plan a wedding on a budget. I hope to add the same humor and enthusiasm as well.

This book is the best! (2009-07-12)

This is the second time I buy this book, I lost the first one and all I can say is: I love this book. I'm about to get married and everything I needed to have the wedding of my dreams was found in this book. Very easy, it explains step by step what, where and how to do to set up a great celebration. I truly recommend it. This's the best gift for any bride to be!

wedding planning for dummies (2009-04-29)

I bought this book for my daughter. She loved it. She is getting married in October and have bought dozen of book but this one is the most helpful. j.hall/tn

A MUST! (2008-10-09)

It has all the information you will ever need! It is also full of realistic advice... cutting out the frills and lace!

The Best of Martha Stewart Living : Weddings

Authors: Martha Stewart Living Magazine
Publisher: Clarkson Potter
Publication date: 1999-12-07
ISBN: 0609604260
Pages: 252
Rating:
Price: $55.00

The maven of all things tasteful, Martha Stewart has impeccable style when it comes to weddings, and The Best of Martha Stewart Living: Weddings compiles the finest ideas from the magazine of the same name. The book is designed to provide inspiration for the big day, whether it is for the ceremony or the reception. Wedding apparel isn't covered, but all of the other significant parts of the wedding are: ceremony and reception decorating, bouquets and boutonnieres, wedding cakes, favors, guest books, music--even storage and display of photographs and other memorabilia after the wedding.

Stewart encourages readers to use the book's ideas as inspiration for wedding elements unique to the bride and groom, and to avoid simply incorporating the book's ideas into their wedding day. She emphasizes that a wedding should reflect the couple's personality and wishes, as well as any customs they choose to follow. There are few rules of etiquette à la Emily Post. Instead, the book provides historical explanations of common wedding traditions, then gives examples of variations on that tradition that couples have decided to use in their weddings. Stylishly arranged color photographs of the bouquets, wedding cakes, reception decorations, table settings, party favors, and more bring the ideas to life; instructions for reproducing them are often provided.

Many of Martha's suggestions are doable even on a budget because they stick to simple, classic design. The reference section at the end of the book includes ceremony and reception planning and seating tips; music suggestions; recipes for cakes, drinks, and hors d'oeuvres; and sources for wedding supplies. The Best of Martha Stewart Living: Weddings should prove a rich source of inspiration for couples looking to add stylish and meaningful touches to their wedding day. --Kris Law

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Love all things Martha! (2009-09-22)

A Beautiful book that gives all that you expect from Martha for Weddings! A great help for decor, flowers, food, and more!!!

The Best of Martha Stewart Living Weddings (2008-09-10)

I was looking for something for a wedding. This book was just what I needed. Lots of pictures. Highly recommend it. Shipping and correspondence with seller was great. I love amazon.com....Thanks, Angie

Fantastic for wedding ideas in any budget! (2007-10-06)

I checked this book out at the library and had to keep renewing it! I used this for so many ideas for my wedding, and we spent less than 10k on the WHOLE thing by doing a lot of the things ourselves. Many people remarked it was the best wedding they've ever been to. I would have bought the book if I could have found it used, but it was too much new for my budget. Get this book! You won't regret it! Another great book for modern but charming wedding ideas is Jo Gartin's Weddings: An Inspiring Guide for the Stylish Bride. You can have a charming wedding without going into debt!

excellent (2007-09-04)

Martha Stewart has been my role model and continues to inspire me. Her magazines are worth subscribing to. They are filled with lots of ideas. she is a remarkable teacher.

Martha DEFINITELY knows her stuff! (2007-04-25)

First, I would like to personally thank Martha (and her team) for the wonderful inspiration and pleasure that my family and I gleaned from this book. After having copied flower ideas and taken on board general tips given, on the big day we were bowled over with the amount of appreciation shown and praise given by guests. The results were truly wonderful.

I would like to point out that even though at first glance, it appears that a small fortune would have to be spent to achieve any of the ideas sold in this book, that is simply NOT the case. (In our case, where we took advice we saved quite a lot of money.)

In fact, the ideas that we realized turned out to be the cheapest yet offered the most 'wow factor'. Truly, Martha is a wizard at making the most out of the simplest things. She absolutely knows what she is talking about and I recommend this book highly.

How to Organize (Just About) Everything: More Than 500 Step-by-Step Instructions for Everything from Organizing Your Closets to Planning a Wedding to Creating a Flawless Filing System

Authors: Peter Walsh
Publisher: Free Press
Publication date: 2004-12-28
ISBN: 0743254945
Pages: 576
Rating:
Price: $25.00

Professional organizer Peter Walsh presents this witty and enormously practical guide to getting it -- and keeping it -- all together. With more than 500 easy-to-follow how-to instructions, How to Organize (Just About) Everything is packed with shrewd advice and insider tips to make your home, your workplace -- indeed, every imaginable aspect of your life -- run more smoothly. Step-by-step solutions help even the most organizationally challenged take on:

Kids
Schedules
Storage
Photos
Lists
Politics
Education
Remodels
Meals
Weddings
Finances
Holidays
Parties
Vacations
Emergencies

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Very Thorough (2010-01-31)

this is a very thorough book with many surprising topics! I am an organizer & this is part for my arsenal & it is fantastic!

Not Exactly What I Expected (2009-12-02)

Having watched Peter Walsh on television, I was looking forward to a complete book on organizing. Organizing your closets, planning a wedding and creating a flawless filing system were exactly the types of topics I wanted in the book. The book was so ultra detailed on everything you could possibly organize that I was overwhelmed with topics such as "Fighting a Forest Fire," "Plan to Climb Mount Kilimanjaro," "Fight an Ebola Outbreak," "Win the Tour de France," "Save Historic Properties and Landmarks" to name a few. These are not the topics I think of when I think of an organizational book. I should have realized it with the title of the book, "How to Organize Everything." I don't think anything was left out. The book is the size of a regular-size school dictionary with small print.

Excellent book (2009-09-20)

Great book! The great think is there is absolutely NO CLUTTER in the book! Every word is useful!

How To Organize Everything! (2009-09-12)

This book is AWESOME! I am a middle-aged women who has ADD and have
always had trouble with organization. I have watched Peter Walsh on Oprah,
and love him. I have used this book to organize the kitchen, basement and
am now on to our son's room. THANKS PETER WALSH!

Love this book... (2009-08-20)

Another favorite in my library. Great tips and strategy to organize. I have used it mainly for my household tasks and it has helped. Just tons of information on organizing lots of stuff.

The Knot Guide For The Mother of the Bride

Authors: Carley Roney
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Publication date: 2005-11-24
ISBN:
Pages: 108
Rating:
Price: $16.95

Leave it to The Knot, the most prestigious name in the bridal industry, to create a wise and heartwarming book for the second most important woman in the wedding. The Knot Guide for the Mother of the Bride explains the bridal planning process from start to finish, with special attention given to the responsibilities of the mother of the bride, such as engagement announcements and parties, interacting with the groom's family, and managing finances. Every aspect of the wedding tradition is covered from the mother's point of view, whether the etiquette of gift registries or how to organize a receiving line. Tips on the perfect form-flattering dress and camera-ready hair and make-up will help Mom create her perfect wedding look. Thoughtful suggestions give her ideas for supporting and encouraging her daughter, and for keeping perspective in high-pressure situations. Pretty illustrations and a lovely silvery jacket make this petite hardcover a special treasure. A great self-purchase for Moms or a cherished gift from the bride, The Knot Guide for the Mother of the Bride will help mothers and daughters enjoy the wedding—and each other.

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Mother of the Bride (2010-01-21)

The book came quickly, and I feel like it was a great value for my money.

Mother of the Bride (2010-01-12)

Very helpful book... my only daughter's wedding planning was a blast and it gave me great tips on what my role was in the whole process. I've already loaned it out to 2 other friends as well!!!

mom really likes it! (2009-11-23)

I bought this as a gift for my mom to help her get into the process of my wedding and to help her feel more involved ... and she loves this book! I would reccomend it to anyone :-)

Great to give your mom! (2008-03-10)

This was wonderful to give to my mom! She loved it and so did I because it has some great advice.

Bit of a dissapointment (2007-02-25)

I bought this book as a gift for my mother, who is as excited as I am about my upcoming wedding. I had hoped that I could use it to help us figure out our roles in planning the event. I read the book myself before giving it to her, however, and decided to sell it instead of give it. I found the advice on primping, shopping, and party-planning was impractical for me; more suited to a trendy socialite and Mom, than a practical girl who loves the soulful simple life.

The Wedding Girl

Authors: Madeleine Wickham
Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books
Publication date: 2009-06-23
ISBN: 0312383436
Pages: 336
Rating:
Price: $24.95

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More thoughtful - I feel like I'm growing up with her (2010-02-14)

I bought the first Shopaholic book when it came out in the UK as The Secret Dreamworld of a Shopaholic and thought it was hilarious. I've been following Sophie/Madeline ever since, and feel like her topics are growing up at just about the same pace I am. I can see why some people who are expecting more of the Shopaholic fun to be disappointed by this, but that's why she writes with two names - these Madeline Wickham books are always more thoughtful and slightly darker.

Anyway, I loved it. I loved the twists and turns, I loved the characters, and I loved all the different perspectives she writes from. It's still a fun book, don't get me wrong. It's not all serious. Just deals with more real issues than the Shopaholic books. The story and characters have more depth.

Still, I read it on a flight and it was a wonderful way to pass four hours. I really hope Madeline Wickham sticks around for a long time!

Bravo Madeline! (2010-02-02)

Although the entire pretext of this story, Milly's impulsive marriage, is rather silly, somehow the whole story ends up working beautifully. Whether writing in her pen or real name, Wickham has an amazing ability to create characters who you care about despite the fact that they are often foolish, immature, dizzy, flighty et al. Milly is pretty much all of those, but she ends up being likeable because of the writing.

The Isobel and Harry sub-plot was far more preposterous, and could have been omitted without any harm to the storyline.

But all in all, I really loved this story!

fun wickham outing (2010-01-29)

I started to give this latest Wickham social comedy 4 stars. It didn't make me cry. It didn't make me laugh out loud. And I probably won't ever wonder about "what that character would be up to now" the way I do with a couple of Madeline Wickham's (aka Sophie Kinsella) other creations. It was a four star in the realm of Wickham's scintillating universe of outrageous characters and situations, but it was a five star in the realm of books in general, if what you are looking for is delightful fluff that rings true -- the best escapism possible.

We meet Milly as a romantic and adventurous 18-year old who commits an impetuous act of friendship that will change her life; quickly the story brings us to contemporary times, as 28-year old Milly is preparing for her media-worthy marriage to Simon, a rich young man full of daddy issues. I guess part of the reason I didn't *love* this book is because I never really sympathized much with our protagonist; nor did I much care for Simon who, by the end, I wasn't sure I *wanted* Milly to hook. Wickham/Kinsella is always fun, but here I'd say she is missing the depth of insight that usually sets her above most writers. As usual the author excels at drawing meaningful character profiles quickly, and then placing them rapidly into the worst couple of weeks of their lives -- one hopes!

Fun read, but not the author's best.

Not Madeleine Wickman (AKA Sophie's) best book (2009-11-30)

To be honest this book does not come close to Sophie's previous books. It's lacks the witt and charm that her Shopaholic Series produced. I struggled to get into the characters and really found it drab.

Plot is far fetched at times, but writing draws you in (2009-11-26)

A have read almost if not all of the books that Madeleine Wickham (aka Sophie Kinsella) has written and while this one is not my favorite, it is definitely among the most enjoyable. In The Wedding Girl the main character is engaged to be married when a secret from her past throws the wedding and her life through a loop. The book that follows focuses not just on the impact of the main character's secret but also weaves an intricate plot by exploring other secrets held by secondary characters.

In reading this book I had a reaction similar to what I have had with other Wickham/Kinsella books (save for the fabulous Shopaholic series). In the first few pages I was skeptical. The plot seemed far fetched and the events unfolded a little too conveniently in order to set up suspense and drama. It just wasn't believable and led me to roll my eyes a few times. However, once I got about 60 pages in this all melted away. It was still a little far fetched, but Wickham developed the characters very well so that I really cared what happened to them and was willing to overlook the predictability. I also liked that she threw in enough interesting developments that even though I knew where the book would end up it was enjoyable along the way.

In summary this is a good book, not great or awesome, but good. It shares the common downfall of much of chick lit in that the plot lines can be a little predictable and contrived, but the characters were developed well enough that I still found it breezily enjoyable and read it in two days.

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