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The Substitute

Book 1 in the series:The Wedding Pact

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Two strangers, Megan and Josh, meet on a flight from Seattle to Kansas City. Megan is trying to avoid telling her controlling mother about her broken engagement, while Josh is on a mission to save his family business from a rival firm. A series of mix-ups lead Megan's family to believe that Josh is her fiancé, and the two decide to play along. As their worlds collide, they find solace and support in each other, navigating through humorous and sometimes absurd situations.

The plot of 'The Substitute' in the series 'The Wedding Pact' by Denise Grover Swank revolves around fate bringing Megan and Josh together, both with their own personal struggles. The book portrays a romantic comedy with quirky characters, misunderstandings, and unexpected twists, creating a light-hearted and entertaining read that blends humor and romance seamlessly.

Characters:

Characters are well-developed, with humorous and relatable traits, contributing to the overall enjoyment of the story.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is characterized by an engaging narrative with humor, smooth prose, and effective storytelling.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a broken engagement, a fake groom, and a series of comedic misunderstandings that evolve into a genuine connection.

Setting:

The setting transitions from a plane to a home, enhancing the comedic misunderstandings.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast with consistent humor, though some parts feel repetitive.
“We’ve been friends since kindergarten. I’d hope I know you that well.” Blair groaned. “You might be trying to change the subject, but your mother’s going to notice when you don’t show up to your own ...

Notes:

Megan Vandemeer is flying home to tell her parents about her broken engagement.
She got engaged six weeks before calling it off due to her fiancé cheating on her.
Josh McMillan is on the same flight, trying to save his failing business.
Megan takes Dramamine and drinks alcohol on the flight, causing her to become loopy.
Josh helps a passed-out Megan off the plane, leading to a mix-up where her parents think he is her fiancé.
The story includes a hilarious grandmother character who does yoga in the nude.
Megan's family never met her actual fiancé, leading to misunderstandings.
Josh plays along with the mistaken identity to help with his business problem and assist Megan.
The plot involves a fake engagement that develops into real feelings between Megan and Josh.
The book features comedic elements, including wedding mishaps and quirky family dynamics.
Denise Grover Swank is known for her humorous writing style and engaging characters.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include some crude language and discussions of intimate relationships, but it doesn't heavily dwell on explicit content.

Has Romance?

Yes, the book prominently features romance as a central theme.

From The Publisher:

Megan Vandemeer meant to tell her parents about her broken engagement, but a month and a half later she finds herself boarding a plane home to her wedding. Having stretched avoidance to its limits, it's time to come clean-a terrifying prospect since her mother is sure to blame her rather than her cheating, emotionally frigid ex. A couple of drinks and two Dramamine later, Megan finds herself spilling her sob story to the tall, dark, and handsome stranger in the seat next to her. With only one week left to save his business, Josh McMillan boards a plane to Kansas City in a last-ditch effort, leaving the details to chance. An unexpected answer is delivered in the form of the beautiful brunette beside him. Though she's completely loopy, her honesty, openness, and humor charm him. So when she passes out before landing, he helps her off the plane-a good deed that leads to a colossal misunderstanding. Her parents assume he's her fianc . In a twist of fate, the mix-up might help Josh save his business, so he plays along, figuring he can help Megan too. All he has to do is stage a public break up convincing enough to appease her mother. Josh is only supposed to be a substitute groom, but the more time he and Megan spend together, the more their pretend engagement starts to feel real...and the less they want to break it off. Can a relationship that began as a farce turn into happily ever after?

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Loved It
3 months

Cute read! Loved the love at first sight theme. Grams was the best character that I’ve read in forever! Breath of fresh air! Loved it.

 
 
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