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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 2 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 2 of 6 in the Pacific Secrets series. Scroll up and start reading now!
75 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 15, 2025
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June Woods
167 books98 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 - 4 of 4 reviews
October 20, 2025
Florence feels something is off with her son James' wedding to Lacey. There is a lot of Drama, and his in-laws want him to move to Oregon. Everything is happening so quickly. Lacey is very nice, but she too seems over her head with what her parents want her to do. Florence also needs to watch the wine consumption which causes loose lips. Guess we will have to wait and see what happens next.....
April 26, 2025
loving it
I’m almost 80 and have been married to my husband (age 80) for nearly 60 years. Had a very small church wedding as my husband had just found out he was to be sent to Vietnam. But I wouldn’t have had it any other way.
I’m almost 80 and have been married to my husband (age 80) for nearly 60 years. Had a very small church wedding as my husband had just found out he was to be sent to Vietnam. But I wouldn’t have had it any other way.
February 21, 2025
Good series
April 24, 2025
Good Read
Another wedding catastrophe is about to happen. The drama will keep you reading just to see what will happen next.
Another wedding catastrophe is about to happen. The drama will keep you reading just to see what will happen next.
Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews