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Before the Wedding
The worst phone call of Florence Bennett's life starts with her son saying, "Mom, I have amazing news!"
After 23 years of being James's only family, Florence learns he's not only engaged to Lacey—a woman he's dated for barely a year—but they're moving to Oregon. Into an apartment Lacey's parents already bought them.
And the wedding? It's being called the "Wedding of the Decade" by Time Magazine.
Now Florence finds herself in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, surrounded by wedding planners, celebrity florists, and a frustratingly handsome photographer who seems to catch her at her worst moments. But it's meeting Lacey's parents that sets off every maternal alarm bell.
The Prescotts are polished, wealthy, and perfect...too perfect. They've orchestrated every detail of James and Lacey's new life, right down to the morning coffee service. But behind their practiced smiles and generous gestures, Florence senses something sinister brewing.
When strange incidents start piling missing invitations, mysteriously canceled vendors, and whispered conversations that stop the moment Florence enters a room... she realizes this is more than just mother-of-the-groom jitters. Something's wrong with the Prescotts, and Florence might be the only one who sees it.
Between protecting her son and proving she's not just a paranoid mother, Florence must navigate a battlefield of social climbing, family secrets, and hidden agendas. But in Rockaway Beach, where the fog rolls in thick off the Pacific and everyone has something to hide, uncovering the truth about her future in-laws might cost Florence everything—including her son.
The Prescotts wanted a perfect wedding. They're about to learn that some families don't just come together—they collide.
This is Book 1 of 6 in the Pacific Secrets series. Scroll up and start reading now!
After 23 years of being James's only family, Florence learns he's not only engaged to Lacey—a woman he's dated for barely a year—but they're moving to Oregon. Into an apartment Lacey's parents already bought them.
And the wedding? It's being called the "Wedding of the Decade" by Time Magazine.
Now Florence finds herself in Rockaway Beach, Oregon, surrounded by wedding planners, celebrity florists, and a frustratingly handsome photographer who seems to catch her at her worst moments. But it's meeting Lacey's parents that sets off every maternal alarm bell.
The Prescotts are polished, wealthy, and perfect...too perfect. They've orchestrated every detail of James and Lacey's new life, right down to the morning coffee service. But behind their practiced smiles and generous gestures, Florence senses something sinister brewing.
When strange incidents start piling missing invitations, mysteriously canceled vendors, and whispered conversations that stop the moment Florence enters a room... she realizes this is more than just mother-of-the-groom jitters. Something's wrong with the Prescotts, and Florence might be the only one who sees it.
Between protecting her son and proving she's not just a paranoid mother, Florence must navigate a battlefield of social climbing, family secrets, and hidden agendas. But in Rockaway Beach, where the fog rolls in thick off the Pacific and everyone has something to hide, uncovering the truth about her future in-laws might cost Florence everything—including her son.
The Prescotts wanted a perfect wedding. They're about to learn that some families don't just come together—they collide.
This is Book 1 of 6 in the Pacific Secrets series. Scroll up and start reading now!
82 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 8, 2025
About the author
June Woods
192 books140 followersJune Woods is a coffee-loving beach bum who has spent the last decade traveling the states and meeting interesting people.
She was born and raised in Florida but has called everywhere home for a little while.
She’s been obsessed with reading ever since she learned how to, and has been writing short stories for as long as she can remember.
Her first love will always be mysteries, but she also dabbles in romantic suspense and comedy.
You can expect her books to be light, fluffy, and full of emotion. June loves making her readers feel something, even if it's just laughter.
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She was born and raised in Florida but has called everywhere home for a little while.
She’s been obsessed with reading ever since she learned how to, and has been writing short stories for as long as she can remember.
Her first love will always be mysteries, but she also dabbles in romantic suspense and comedy.
You can expect her books to be light, fluffy, and full of emotion. June loves making her readers feel something, even if it's just laughter.
Follow her on Amazon to be notified when new books are released:
https://www.amazon.com/June-Woods/e/B...
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews
June 16, 2025
Off to a good start!
I usually avoid these short books, and if I had checked, I would not have started this. Oh well, the premise is cute and so far enjoyable. We'll see how the next ones go!!!
I usually avoid these short books, and if I had checked, I would not have started this. Oh well, the premise is cute and so far enjoyable. We'll see how the next ones go!!!
April 22, 2025
Great Read
It was a slow start, but I couldn’t put it down. Will there really be a wedding in three weeks?
It was a slow start, but I couldn’t put it down. Will there really be a wedding in three weeks?
April 24, 2025
superb
Wasn’t quite ready for this one to end. Can’t wait wait for book 2 and hope it’s available if not immediately, at least SOON
Wasn’t quite ready for this one to end. Can’t wait wait for book 2 and hope it’s available if not immediately, at least SOON
July 5, 2025
An easy read
A must to read. A beach read. A definite girls book. It keeps your imagination going. You can picture all the scenes as you read on. Love this!!!!
A must to read. A beach read. A definite girls book. It keeps your imagination going. You can picture all the scenes as you read on. Love this!!!!
October 20, 2025
Everything was moving quickly for me as well as Florence. What's the rush? I get the feeling the bride was feeling that also. Is this the parent's wedding or the kid's?
February 23, 2026
Cute story so far, it’s a shorter book series with the books not being very long
August 22, 2026
Quick Read
Quick and easy read. Looking forward to continuing the series.
Read this book in about an hour.
I definitely recommend.
Quick and easy read. Looking forward to continuing the series.
Read this book in about an hour.
I definitely recommend.
Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews