Listen "#179: Book Club | The Wedding People by Alison Espach "
Episode Synopsis
I'm completely swept away by "The Wedding People" by Alison Espach, a book that surprised me with its raw honesty and emotional depth. This winner of the 2024 Goodreads Favorite Fiction award deserves every bit of its 4.1-star rating and half-million reviews.• Audiobook narrator Helen Lazor delivers an exceptional performance, bringing characters to life with distinct voices• The premise follows Phoebe, who checks into a hotel to end her life, and accidentally connects with bride-to-be Lila• Their unlikely friendship forms the heart of the story, creating genuine humor amid serious themes• The book handles the topic of suicide with remarkable grace and sensitivity• Character arcs feel authentic and earned, with transformations that emerge naturally• All characters feel fully developed, even those we aren't meant to particularly like• The ending provides satisfaction while avoiding predictability• This ranks as my top read of 2025 so far, a book that lingers long after the final pageIf you've read "The Wedding People," I'd love to hear your thoughts! If you haven't picked it up yet, I highly recommend giving it a chance.Send us a textwww.daraboxer.com
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