L.O.V.E!!!!! 💜

Oh my I just feel like home when I get to read a book that I genuinely enjoy! The only problem is that its always over before I’m ready and then I’m sad!! This book is the sequel to “The Bride.” I loved that book as much as this one. I am a huge fan of Julie Garwood and this doesn’t disappoint. I don’t listen to these books for ‘historical accuracy ‘ or anything other than just a good, fun, enjoyable read. This book is pretty light. Pretty straightforward in its appeal of ‘big strong Scot saves at risk woman, woman falls in love with big strong Scot who doesn’t want to fall in love but does anyways...’ There are a couple obvious bad guys, and lots and lots of good guys. The secondary characters are as delightful as the main characters. You just really can’t go wrong with either of the books in this series. Though there is a relation to the previous book, this one is read just fine as a stand alone, so don’t let that deter you if you happen to get this one and not the first book.

The narrator isn’t one of my favorites, but she did a good enough job. She wasn’t very strong in the male characters voices, but it’s not a deal breaker. When men narrate we don’t expect them to do female voices, but when women narrate we always want them to excel at ALL the voices. There are some that are great at it, but it doesnt mean that those that arent are bad narrators. Theres more to narrating than just that, and other than that she was pretty good. Nice soothing voice. I would listen to her again.

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One of My Favorite Garwood Books!

Would you listen to The Wedding again? Why?

Yes. This is one of my favorite Garwood audiobooks. I really enjoyed the story and characters, and Heather Wilds brings it all together nicely.

What about Heather Wilds’s performance did you like?

She did a wonderful job with character distinction with her voice, but she did particularly well with conveying the right emotions at the right times. She really brought the story and characters to life, and I enjoyed her performance for this one.

Any additional comments?

Garwood often excels at her ability to write witty, entertaining dialogue with her characters more than her characterization and plot development, and this book does not fail on that account. The combination of this banter with likable protagonists made this story one worth listening to. I found Brenna charming and endearing with her particular outlook on life and relationships, and I enjoyed her pairing with Connor. Their contrast in ideologies and personalities made their romance compelling, and Connor's arrogant virility worked just right. If you're a fan of a good highland romance with fun dialogue, this is a book you shouldn't pass up!

5 people found this helpful

Narrator PERFECTION, delicious characters

Garwood once again created outstanding characters and their banter is the best element of the book. Heather Wilds is an EXCEPTIONAL narrator and is only second to Kate Reading in my opinion. This book is not as good as The Bride, but is still great and credit worthy. If you enjoy Garwood's characters then you will like these as well. I actually liked the first half of the book much better than the last half. The first half had me laughing and crying. Then it seemed to slightly flatten out, but I still enjoyed it very much.

10 people found this helpful

Loved the narrator

If you could sum up The Wedding in three words, what would they be?

Great love story. This is the first Julie Garwood book that I couldn't quit listening too. The narrator made the book.

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The narrators Scottish accent ruins this one

I'm only on chapter three but already the narrators Scottish accent has ruined this story for. all the men sound like women and think she alternates between Scottish, Russian and wherever Transylvania is. it's all over the place. The story seems like it would be better read than heard.

3 people found this helpful

great Garwood story/Horrible narrator

No matter what a narrator is like, I get use to them. Not this one.

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Enthusiastic thumbs up!

I enjoy this book so much that I have listened to it numerous times! I laugh out loud.... cry, sneer, complain and laugh some more! From a blue painted
groom to a forgetful wife this tale is priceless.

Heather Wilds was exceptional! Not once did I wonder who was speaking or what they were feeling... a great job!

Heat Factor? Steaming!!! At a soft full boil.

Creditworthy? Oh yes!!!

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First half snoozer, second half amazing!

Would you consider the audio edition of The Wedding to be better than the print version?

I've not read the print version of this book. However, the audio version allows the narrator the ability to inflect emotion into the "voices" of the characters.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Wedding?

When Connor returns to the castle on horseback and snatches Brenna off the ground during full gallop, he is just realizing what she means to him.

Any additional comments?

The first half of the story set the stage for the second half, it was snow moving and made me wonder how long it would take to get through the rest of the story. But once the second half started, I actually did listen all in one sitting. It was such a "page turner" that I ended up listening to it late into the night and left me so revved up that I couldn't fall asleep right away. I got up, worked for a couple of hours, then finally falling asleep in the wee hours of the morning. I haven't had a book do that to me in a long, long time.

7 people found this helpful

Incredible Narrrator

Any additional comments?

I can count on Julie Garwood to give me a good book that I can escape into. But I really like the ones set in the Highlands.There's nothing like a Highland warrior. (Hot flash!) But no matter how good the story, the narration really makes a difference. Heather Wilds doesn't just read the story, she brings it to life. I want to listen to more stories read by Heather Wilds.

10 people found this helpful

Light Fun and Romantic Story

Most Julie Garwood books are wonderful stories and this one didn't disappoint. This book is the charming and entertaining story of Brenna and Conner that is jam packed with feisty conversations and laugh out loud funny scenes. Of course it wouldn't be a Highlander book without the bad guys who added a bit of mystery and sadness to the tale. It's a light feel good type of book that is worth a credit but because the price is reasonable you may not choose to use the credit. Either way it is worth a listen.

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