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Boots and Bouquets #1
The Best Man Plan
New York Times bestselling author Jaci Burton kicks off a dreamy new series with a sweep-you-off-your-feet friends-to-lovers romance.
Three days before Erin Bellini's wedding, her fiancé breaks up with her--in an email! Hurt and embarrassed, she decides to have a fling with veterinarian Jason Callum, who's both the best man and the hottest guy she knows. But Jason wants a lot more than just a one-night stand with the woman he's cared about for years. So he's taking things slow. And hot. And showing Erin what real love can look like.
Suddenly Erin finds herself spending a lot more time with Jason than she intended. Feelings she never planned on having again are wrapping around her heart, refusing to let go. Erin isn't sure she can trust her instincts, though. After all, she made a terrible choice with her ex-fiancé. But Jason intends to convince her that he's the best man for her, and that what they have together is a real love that will last forever.
Three days before Erin Bellini's wedding, her fiancé breaks up with her--in an email! Hurt and embarrassed, she decides to have a fling with veterinarian Jason Callum, who's both the best man and the hottest guy she knows. But Jason wants a lot more than just a one-night stand with the woman he's cared about for years. So he's taking things slow. And hot. And showing Erin what real love can look like.
Suddenly Erin finds herself spending a lot more time with Jason than she intended. Feelings she never planned on having again are wrapping around her heart, refusing to let go. Erin isn't sure she can trust her instincts, though. After all, she made a terrible choice with her ex-fiancé. But Jason intends to convince her that he's the best man for her, and that what they have together is a real love that will last forever.
338 pages, Paperback
First published July 7, 2020
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Jaci Burton
153 books8,294 followersJaci Burton is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling, award-winning author of over 85 books. She lives in Oklahoma and when she isn’t on deadline (which is often), she can usually be found wrestling with her uncooperative garden, wrangling her dogs, watching an unhealthy amount of television, or completely losing track of time reading a great book. She’s a total romantic and longs for the happily ever after in every story, which you’ll find in all her books.. Visit her website at www.jaciburton.com for excerpts, book information and contests.
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June 17, 2020
When I read the blurb for The Best Man Plan by Jaci Burton it sounded exactly like the book I'd enjoy. Fiancé breaks up a few days before wedding, heartbroken and angry heroine decides to have a whirlwind rebound romance with the guy supposed to be best man at her wedding - oh yes, that's a fun premise! I love a good romance and am not even bothered by cliches and those typical tropes used in a lot of romantic fiction, as long as it is well executed. Unfortunately, I cannot say the same for The Best Man Plan.
The writing felt disjointed with repetitive dialogues and a choppy pacing. The chemistry was seriously lacking between the two main characters, Erin and Jason. Frankly, nor did I buy the romance between these two, nor was I satisfied by how Owen's (the ex-fiancé) breakup and the reason behind it was handled, particularly the aftermath and Erin's behavior after she found out about it.
And finally, I know I read an uncorrected proof, and damn I hope this gets fixed in the final copy, but damn was I irritated by the damn number of times the word "damn" was used in the first half of this book! I don't DNF but this itself would have been reason enough to stop reading before the book even reached the halfway mark.
Sadly, will not recommend nor would be continuing with the series.
**An e-ARC provided by Berkley via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own**
The writing felt disjointed with repetitive dialogues and a choppy pacing. The chemistry was seriously lacking between the two main characters, Erin and Jason. Frankly, nor did I buy the romance between these two, nor was I satisfied by how Owen's (the ex-fiancé) breakup and the reason behind it was handled, particularly the aftermath and Erin's behavior after she found out about it.
And finally, I know I read an uncorrected proof, and damn I hope this gets fixed in the final copy, but damn was I irritated by the damn number of times the word "damn" was used in the first half of this book! I don't DNF but this itself would have been reason enough to stop reading before the book even reached the halfway mark.
Sadly, will not recommend nor would be continuing with the series.
**An e-ARC provided by Berkley via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own**
July 9, 2020
3.5 What There All Along Stars
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Jaci Burton's reputation in the Romance World is first class. She can take a troupe and turn it on its ear. In starting her new series, we have the jilted bride who finds out what's what through email.
Yes, you read that right, email. And since the wedding was supposed to be at the family's place, our gal figures, What the Hell...Let's have a Wing Ding Party. Her other genius idea is to get a little revenge and pleasure while at it. Let's have a one night stand with who was the Best Man.
Now, this soon-to-be-lucky-guy is in a pickle because he the gal's bestie and the stinkin' ex's best friend. The other thing that is complicating things is he doesn't want a one night stand. He wants all the coming nights.
What happens under Jaci Burton's guidance is a man willing to take the time necessary to heal the heart of the woman he wants.
The Matchmaker's Mistletoe Mission (Boots and Bouquets 0.5)
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Let's see...
When Your Fiancé...
Waits until 3 Days Before...
Your Long-Awaited Wedding...
He can't Even Man-Up...
Doesn't Tell You in Person...
Instead Hides behind a Break-Up Email...
Well, the only thing to do...
Get Frisky...
With the Only Man...
Who Knows you Best...
But Now there is Another Hiccup...
He wants More...
And More Sounds Kinda Good...
Like Really Good...
But How Real Is All of This...
He knows It is Real...
But He is Patient...
In fact, So Patient...
He has come up with
The Best Man Plan (Boots and Bouquets, #1)-May 26th 2020
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* * * 1/2 Spoiler Free-A Quick Review
Jaci Burton's reputation in the Romance World is first class. She can take a troupe and turn it on its ear. In starting her new series, we have the jilted bride who finds out what's what through email.
Yes, you read that right, email. And since the wedding was supposed to be at the family's place, our gal figures, What the Hell...Let's have a Wing Ding Party. Her other genius idea is to get a little revenge and pleasure while at it. Let's have a one night stand with who was the Best Man.
Now, this soon-to-be-lucky-guy is in a pickle because he the gal's bestie and the stinkin' ex's best friend. The other thing that is complicating things is he doesn't want a one night stand. He wants all the coming nights.
What happens under Jaci Burton's guidance is a man willing to take the time necessary to heal the heart of the woman he wants.
The Matchmaker's Mistletoe Mission (Boots and Bouquets 0.5) https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
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❤️❤️❤️ ❤️❤️❤️ ❤️❤️❤️ ❤️❤️❤️ ❤️❤️❤️
Let's see...
When Your Fiancé...
Waits until 3 Days Before...
Your Long-Awaited Wedding...
He can't Even Man-Up...
Doesn't Tell You in Person...
Instead Hides behind a Break-Up Email...
Well, the only thing to do...
Get Frisky...
With the Only Man...
Who Knows you Best...
But Now there is Another Hiccup...
He wants More...
And More Sounds Kinda Good...
Like Really Good...
But How Real Is All of This...
He knows It is Real...
But He is Patient...
In fact, So Patient...
He has come up with
The Best Man Plan (Boots and Bouquets, #1)-May 26th 2020
A gifted copy was provided by author/publisher for an honest review.
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April 8, 2020
3.5 stars -- Jaci Burton is one of those authors that I think of as an "old reliable" in the romance genre. Her books are always well written with a nice balance of character development, plot, and sexiness, and this book is no different. This is a nicely executed friends to lovers story combined with a left at the altar trope. I will say that there wasn't much that I felt was special or unique about this book, which kept me from fully loving it, and I though it was a little slow getting going. Nevertheless, this was a lovely way to pass some time, and if the trope combo here sounds good to you, I think you'll get along nicely with this book
June 22, 2020
4 - "Anything for you…" Stars!
Having fell in love with Red Moss Vineyards and the Bellini family after reading The Matchmakers Mistletoe Mission at Christmas, I was eager to read The Best Man Plan and on the whole Erin and Jason’s story delivered exactly what I expect from a book by Ms Burton.
This series has started in the same vein as the Hope Springs one did, and feels and reads a lot like it too. In that it is set in one locale with many likeable characters and plenty of scope for future books, with pets, canine so far playing a part in the stories.
Erin, Owen and Jason have been BFF’s since childhood, Erin & Owen are soon to be married, that is until he dumps her by email and disappears on their honeymoon alone. The one thing that stood out for me about Erin was the fact that she had very little reaction (apart from anger) to the fact her husband to be had dropped her like a hot coal. And this is the one thing I struggled with for the whole book, she almost came across as callous in her lack of feelings about the fact Owen had dumped her, with more single minded focus on using their mutual friend Jason to exact her revenge on him.
She’d been thrown off the horse, metaphorically speaking. Getting back on was the best thing she could do for herself right now… Easing the pain of rejection by having a revenge fling would make her feel better. And who better to do that with than Owen’s best friend…
And this almost desperate pursuance starts at the party which would have been her wedding reception if she had gotten married. What she doesn’t realize is that Jason has been carrying a torch for her for years, and if it wasn’t for the fact he is a nice guy and stepped aside when Owen indicated his interest in her, he’d likely have been the one she ended up with. She is so eager to have said fling, she misses all of the signs that this isn’t a man that wants something casual with her, but being the friend he is, and having the feelings he does, he steps in and tries to be everything she needs him to be, at the risk of his own heart.
This was what he’d waited a lifetime for and never thought he’d have…
That’s my only gripe really, I still read the book in pretty much one sitting, I loved spending more time with the Bellini family as a whole, and it was great to see more from Alice and Clay, The whole Owen aspect of the story is resolved much later down the line, and I loved Jason start to finish, Erin… I will be honest and say I still wasn’t convinced by the end, but I hope that will come with seeing more of her as a secondary character in the future books in the series.
ARC generously provided via Netgalley, in exchange for the above honest review.
Having fell in love with Red Moss Vineyards and the Bellini family after reading The Matchmakers Mistletoe Mission at Christmas, I was eager to read The Best Man Plan and on the whole Erin and Jason’s story delivered exactly what I expect from a book by Ms Burton.
This series has started in the same vein as the Hope Springs one did, and feels and reads a lot like it too. In that it is set in one locale with many likeable characters and plenty of scope for future books, with pets, canine so far playing a part in the stories.
Erin, Owen and Jason have been BFF’s since childhood, Erin & Owen are soon to be married, that is until he dumps her by email and disappears on their honeymoon alone. The one thing that stood out for me about Erin was the fact that she had very little reaction (apart from anger) to the fact her husband to be had dropped her like a hot coal. And this is the one thing I struggled with for the whole book, she almost came across as callous in her lack of feelings about the fact Owen had dumped her, with more single minded focus on using their mutual friend Jason to exact her revenge on him.
She’d been thrown off the horse, metaphorically speaking. Getting back on was the best thing she could do for herself right now… Easing the pain of rejection by having a revenge fling would make her feel better. And who better to do that with than Owen’s best friend…
And this almost desperate pursuance starts at the party which would have been her wedding reception if she had gotten married. What she doesn’t realize is that Jason has been carrying a torch for her for years, and if it wasn’t for the fact he is a nice guy and stepped aside when Owen indicated his interest in her, he’d likely have been the one she ended up with. She is so eager to have said fling, she misses all of the signs that this isn’t a man that wants something casual with her, but being the friend he is, and having the feelings he does, he steps in and tries to be everything she needs him to be, at the risk of his own heart.
This was what he’d waited a lifetime for and never thought he’d have…
That’s my only gripe really, I still read the book in pretty much one sitting, I loved spending more time with the Bellini family as a whole, and it was great to see more from Alice and Clay, The whole Owen aspect of the story is resolved much later down the line, and I loved Jason start to finish, Erin… I will be honest and say I still wasn’t convinced by the end, but I hope that will come with seeing more of her as a secondary character in the future books in the series.
ARC generously provided via Netgalley, in exchange for the above honest review.
July 7, 2020
The Best Man Plan really made my heart sing. I fell madly in love with Jason and hoped that Erin saw what was right in front of her for her whole life.
Erin was mad as a hornet when she got that email. But, was she mad at the engagement ending or the way he did it? So, instead of doing some soul-searching, she decides that a fling to get Owen out of her system is the way to go. What she didn’t expect was finding out that there is so much more to the person that has been her best friend since she was a kid. Yea, he’s hot … wonderful with animals … makes her laugh … has always been there. But, he’s just a fling and then they will go back to being friends again. Right?
Jason has been in love with Erin since they were kids. He stepped aside for Owen because, well, that’s the kind of man he is. If he was going to make her happy then he wouldn’t stand in their way. But, breaking up with her in an email and three days before the wedding … no … he’s no friend of his anymore. Now, the woman of his dreams wants to have a fling to get over him. With him. No, that’s not happening either. When Erin comes to him, it will be with an open mind and an open heart. But, he’ll keep her occupied, he’ll help her get over him, he’ll show her what a real man will do for the woman he loves. And, maybe, he’ll win the girl in the end or just be friends.
When all is said and done, it’s way more than a fling. Erin sees Jason now but Owen steps back into her life and things get complicated. But, thank god for Agatha and her broken heart.
What a wonderful story. It was really heart-warming. Jason was just perfect. Kind, gentle, fun and fun-loving. The perfect man, really. It took a while for Erin to open her eyes, but, when she did, it was beautiful to see and feel the love they had for each other. Then there was Puddy and Agatha … I loved them! What a wonderful book to lose myself in. Jaci Burton truly swept me away with this story. I am looking forward to reading all about the rest of Bellini’s. This looks like it will be a fun and interesting series.
Review copy provided for a voluntary review.
Erin was mad as a hornet when she got that email. But, was she mad at the engagement ending or the way he did it? So, instead of doing some soul-searching, she decides that a fling to get Owen out of her system is the way to go. What she didn’t expect was finding out that there is so much more to the person that has been her best friend since she was a kid. Yea, he’s hot … wonderful with animals … makes her laugh … has always been there. But, he’s just a fling and then they will go back to being friends again. Right?
Jason has been in love with Erin since they were kids. He stepped aside for Owen because, well, that’s the kind of man he is. If he was going to make her happy then he wouldn’t stand in their way. But, breaking up with her in an email and three days before the wedding … no … he’s no friend of his anymore. Now, the woman of his dreams wants to have a fling to get over him. With him. No, that’s not happening either. When Erin comes to him, it will be with an open mind and an open heart. But, he’ll keep her occupied, he’ll help her get over him, he’ll show her what a real man will do for the woman he loves. And, maybe, he’ll win the girl in the end or just be friends.
When all is said and done, it’s way more than a fling. Erin sees Jason now but Owen steps back into her life and things get complicated. But, thank god for Agatha and her broken heart.
What a wonderful story. It was really heart-warming. Jason was just perfect. Kind, gentle, fun and fun-loving. The perfect man, really. It took a while for Erin to open her eyes, but, when she did, it was beautiful to see and feel the love they had for each other. Then there was Puddy and Agatha … I loved them! What a wonderful book to lose myself in. Jaci Burton truly swept me away with this story. I am looking forward to reading all about the rest of Bellini’s. This looks like it will be a fun and interesting series.
Review copy provided for a voluntary review.
July 10, 2020
This is a very sweet romance featuring the friends to lovers trope, and I’d categorize it as a beachy kind of read - easy to pick up, easy to put down but still enjoyable. It’s set in a vineyard with three sisters and their friends at its core, and it’s a very familiar kind of a read. I didn’t realize that vineyards are becoming a subgenre, but I’ve read several now, so who knows. If you’re looking for a small town/vineyard romance, and if you like that glimpse into what is essentially a very privileged kind of life, you may really dig this.
I think I couldn’t rate it higher because instead of feeling how much of a connection there was between the MCs, it ultimately felt more like an afterthought. The “revenge” against the ex-fiance that dumped the heroine felt more front and center. Now is this the consequence of setting the romance to begin immediately after the heroine was dumped at the altar? Perhaps. All I know is alot of the heroine’s inner thoughts centered around that betrayal for a long time, I didn’t think she was ready to move on into another romance, and she clearly didn’t accept the end until very, very late into the story and well after she’d begun with the hero. It set up a very imbalanced relationship between the MCs, and I struggled to connect with it.
This group of friends is ripe for more books though, and again, if you’re into vineyard romances with that Nancy Meyers aesthetic, you may love this more than I did.
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July 9, 2020
3 stars!
My feelings for this book are a bit torn. It was fast paced and sweet and really easy to read, but also it didn't completely wow me as I was expecting it to. It started out so fast and halfway through it seemed to be losing itself a bit. The unexpected twists were a great touch but I felt that a lot of the story was just repeating itself.
Erin Bellini's wedding is broken off three days before the big date by her fiance in an e-mail. Furious and hurt, Erin decides the best way to get through this tough period of her life is to have a fling with childhood best friend Jason. However, Jason has been in love with Erin for the longest time and would rather take things slow so none of them end up hurt.
Some of the most enjoyable, lovable and sweet moments in this novel are between Erin and Jason whilst they recount their childhood memories. This was overall a good and enjoyable novel with really sweet and steamy moments.
It's a good read for someone looking to quickly escape into the wonderful world of childhood love, friends, pets and weddings.
My feelings for this book are a bit torn. It was fast paced and sweet and really easy to read, but also it didn't completely wow me as I was expecting it to. It started out so fast and halfway through it seemed to be losing itself a bit. The unexpected twists were a great touch but I felt that a lot of the story was just repeating itself.
Erin Bellini's wedding is broken off three days before the big date by her fiance in an e-mail. Furious and hurt, Erin decides the best way to get through this tough period of her life is to have a fling with childhood best friend Jason. However, Jason has been in love with Erin for the longest time and would rather take things slow so none of them end up hurt.
Some of the most enjoyable, lovable and sweet moments in this novel are between Erin and Jason whilst they recount their childhood memories. This was overall a good and enjoyable novel with really sweet and steamy moments.
It's a good read for someone looking to quickly escape into the wonderful world of childhood love, friends, pets and weddings.
July 7, 2020
Well, I was absolutely here for that cover and premise.
I liked Erin and Jason well enough. I liked that they had been friends since they were kids and had some history. I really liked Erin’s sisters and the relationship the three of them had. Annnnd the entire situation with Owen didn’t sit with me.
Plot wise, it was a bit repetitive. There are a lot of phrases and words used over and over and a few of the scenes in the first half felt exactly the same. On top of that, both Erin and Jason were sort of bland and I didn’t see the chemistry between them or believe the jump from friends to more.
Overall, I was eager to see the HEA and that’s what kept me reading. Sadly, I wanted a lot more from the ending and I’m left wondering if 3 stars is too high of a rating.
**Huge thanks to Berkley for providing the arc free of charge**
I liked Erin and Jason well enough. I liked that they had been friends since they were kids and had some history. I really liked Erin’s sisters and the relationship the three of them had. Annnnd the entire situation with Owen didn’t sit with me.
Plot wise, it was a bit repetitive. There are a lot of phrases and words used over and over and a few of the scenes in the first half felt exactly the same. On top of that, both Erin and Jason were sort of bland and I didn’t see the chemistry between them or believe the jump from friends to more.
Overall, I was eager to see the HEA and that’s what kept me reading. Sadly, I wanted a lot more from the ending and I’m left wondering if 3 stars is too high of a rating.
**Huge thanks to Berkley for providing the arc free of charge**
May 11, 2020
I really enjoyed this one! Be sure to add it to your TBR!
*** Full review closer to release day
*** Full review closer to release day
May 20, 2020
What a fantastic way to kick off a new series! I thoroughly enjoyed The Best Man Plan by Jaci Burton. As always, the author weaves a well written story with strong characters that you can't help but love. Thanks @Berkley Romance for the Advance Readers Copy! *** Full review closer to release day
March 18, 2020
Erin receives an email two days before her wedding that her fiance is bailing and going on their honeymoon without her. Jason is the best man that has had feelings for Erin since they were kids and wants to help her get through this jilting. There is a ton of set up for future installments in this series throughout this book, in an aggressive info-dumping way - ie. This is my friend Alice, we met in a snowstorm last year, her boyfriend is named Clay, she works in matchmaking and telecommutes to LA. Like, what? This is elementary school level writing (and while I'm not quoting exactly, because this is an arc copy, this is basically how everyone's intro goes down), something Burton should be well past with the number of books under her belt. I've read a few of her other books, and it is possible that this is the intro style she has always used - but for some reason it was annoying and quite glaring throughout The Best Man Plan.
Quite separate from that, the story is lacking proper pacing and character development. When the reason for Owen abandoning his wedding is revealed, with minimal pages remaining - I have to say Erin becomes the villain for being that dialed out. Owen is still a bit of a moron, but also was perhaps in the throes of a mental health crisis, which is never dealt with.
I didn't buy the romance between Erin and Jason, and it really should've been a story about her hooking up with a random best man, not a lifelong friend best man. How do you trust the competence of a person who was going to stand up at your wedding and sign your marriage license but also has huge misgivings with your relationship and has wanted to date the bride, for years, himself ? I know it's a romance and isn't that deep, but my God.
Sadly, this book was not at all what I was expecting from Jaci and I wouldn't recommend it - although it seems to have struck a positive cord with the other early reviewers, perhaps I am a dour monster?
Thank you to the publisher, via NetGalley, for providing me with an arc for review. This has in no way influenced my opinion.
Quite separate from that, the story is lacking proper pacing and character development. When the reason for Owen abandoning his wedding is revealed, with minimal pages remaining - I have to say Erin becomes the villain for being that dialed out. Owen is still a bit of a moron, but also was perhaps in the throes of a mental health crisis, which is never dealt with.
I didn't buy the romance between Erin and Jason, and it really should've been a story about her hooking up with a random best man, not a lifelong friend best man. How do you trust the competence of a person who was going to stand up at your wedding and sign your marriage license but also has huge misgivings with your relationship and has wanted to date the bride, for years, himself ? I know it's a romance and isn't that deep, but my God.
Sadly, this book was not at all what I was expecting from Jaci and I wouldn't recommend it - although it seems to have struck a positive cord with the other early reviewers, perhaps I am a dour monster?
Thank you to the publisher, via NetGalley, for providing me with an arc for review. This has in no way influenced my opinion.
September 26, 2020
Jaci Burton's The Best Man Plan is one of the better small town contemporary romances I've read this year. It's a soft, unassuming friends-to-lovers story that focuses in on the time the protagonists spend together and the easy, angst-free connection they forge. Burton manages to sell a 100% convincing love story without a Dark Moment or a third-act breakup, which gave the overall story a hint of "realism" that I sometimes crave, though there's nothing the matter with bananapants high-intensity romance when the mood strikes.
Another huge thing I loved about this book was that Burton was sure to portray a diverse, three-dimensional community. I love small town romance, but I'm the first to admit that it's probably the greatest bastion of casual racism, misogyny, and homophobia in the genre as a whole. That's not the case in The Best Man Plan. Burton took care to include a variety of other couples (Black, lesbian, East Asian), and though I don't think it probably took a lot of "effort" on her part, it's so far from the norm in most comparable books that it caught me by surprise in the best way. I do hate to give a white author cookies for something so simple as mentioning that other races/sexualities exist, but...the bar is so low.
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Another huge thing I loved about this book was that Burton was sure to portray a diverse, three-dimensional community. I love small town romance, but I'm the first to admit that it's probably the greatest bastion of casual racism, misogyny, and homophobia in the genre as a whole. That's not the case in The Best Man Plan. Burton took care to include a variety of other couples (Black, lesbian, East Asian), and though I don't think it probably took a lot of "effort" on her part, it's so far from the norm in most comparable books that it caught me by surprise in the best way. I do hate to give a white author cookies for something so simple as mentioning that other races/sexualities exist, but...the bar is so low.
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August 14, 2020
review to come
July 7, 2020
If that adorable cover hadn't convinced me to give this book a try, the blurb would have. Best friends to lovers is one of my favorite romance tropes but Burton takes it a step further in this first book of her new Boots & Bouquets contemporary romance series. Not only do we have best friends to lovers, we also have a jilted bride, and a bit of a love triangle. With the three main characters (jilted bride, jilting groom, and best man) all being best friends since childhood, it has the potential for a whole lot of emotion, chaos, and hurt feelings. Burton manages to avoid expected pitfalls, keeping things realistic while also creating a fun, sexy, and heartwarming romance that, in the end, secures a happy ending for two of the friends, without permanently alienating the third. And even making me forgive, and hope for a happy ending, for a character that I spent most of the book actively disliking.
I adored Jason and was in his corner from the beginning. I loved his staunch support of Erin and his determination to not take advantage of her. He's such a good guy, a good friend, a great puppy dad, and sexy as all get out. And he cooks! My feelings for Erin evolved along with her character. I appreciated the time she was given to work through her emotions concerning both Jason and Owen. I liked her and while I didn't always agree with her actions, I understood them. I loved Erin and Jason together, enjoying both the sweet and the sexy times as their friendship slowly transitioned to new territory. By the end of the book, I was fully confident in the love between them that had been tested and emerged strong and sure.
I love the Bellini's Italian-Irish family dynamic and am looking forward to getting to know all of them better, especially Erin's sisters. I have hopes for a match between one of the sisters and a certain Irishman and am curious to see if my thoughts about the other sister also pan out.
I'm not sure when book two will be released but after finishing this one I did some searching and discovered a novella, The Matchmaker's Mistletoe Mission, that introduces this series with the story of Clay and Alice, two of my favorite secondary characters from The Best Man Plan. I've already downloaded it and am ready to dive in while I wait for the next Red Moss Vineyard couple to take center stage.
*ARC received via NetGalley for fair and unbiased review
I adored Jason and was in his corner from the beginning. I loved his staunch support of Erin and his determination to not take advantage of her. He's such a good guy, a good friend, a great puppy dad, and sexy as all get out. And he cooks! My feelings for Erin evolved along with her character. I appreciated the time she was given to work through her emotions concerning both Jason and Owen. I liked her and while I didn't always agree with her actions, I understood them. I loved Erin and Jason together, enjoying both the sweet and the sexy times as their friendship slowly transitioned to new territory. By the end of the book, I was fully confident in the love between them that had been tested and emerged strong and sure.
I love the Bellini's Italian-Irish family dynamic and am looking forward to getting to know all of them better, especially Erin's sisters. I have hopes for a match between one of the sisters and a certain Irishman and am curious to see if my thoughts about the other sister also pan out.
I'm not sure when book two will be released but after finishing this one I did some searching and discovered a novella, The Matchmaker's Mistletoe Mission, that introduces this series with the story of Clay and Alice, two of my favorite secondary characters from The Best Man Plan. I've already downloaded it and am ready to dive in while I wait for the next Red Moss Vineyard couple to take center stage.
*ARC received via NetGalley for fair and unbiased review
July 23, 2020
This was a bit slow going in the beginning, it took me a while to really get into things but once I did it was an enjoyable read.
Erin was a little all over the place with her emotions. Which I actually quite liked because it made sense. Everything she thought she knew has been completely upended, she has a wedding day and no groom to share it with. I did think the party idea was a bit strange but I went with it.
I didn't particularly Erin's idea to have a 'revenge fling' with the best man, Jason. A man who happens to also be one of her best friends.
I did absolutely adore Jason. He was so lovely and understanding with Erin, he was always patient with her and some of things he came out with had me swooning. Jason has had feelings for Erin for a long time and I liked how he wouldn't settle for Erin's idea of little fling, he wanted her for real. I love a bit of pining and Jason had that down to a T.
It was a bit slow in places, and there was a lot of build up for relationships that will take place in the following books, I did find it a bit overmuch at times. Although I did enjoy reading about Erin's relationship with her sisters, I thought that was brilliantly well done, and I'm looking forward to Brenna's book!
Overall this was a very cute book that was full of sisterly friendship and a lovely friends-to-lovers romance.
{Many thanks to Headline and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review}
Erin was a little all over the place with her emotions. Which I actually quite liked because it made sense. Everything she thought she knew has been completely upended, she has a wedding day and no groom to share it with. I did think the party idea was a bit strange but I went with it.
I didn't particularly Erin's idea to have a 'revenge fling' with the best man, Jason. A man who happens to also be one of her best friends.
I did absolutely adore Jason. He was so lovely and understanding with Erin, he was always patient with her and some of things he came out with had me swooning. Jason has had feelings for Erin for a long time and I liked how he wouldn't settle for Erin's idea of little fling, he wanted her for real. I love a bit of pining and Jason had that down to a T.
It was a bit slow in places, and there was a lot of build up for relationships that will take place in the following books, I did find it a bit overmuch at times. Although I did enjoy reading about Erin's relationship with her sisters, I thought that was brilliantly well done, and I'm looking forward to Brenna's book!
Overall this was a very cute book that was full of sisterly friendship and a lovely friends-to-lovers romance.
{Many thanks to Headline and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review}
August 5, 2020
3.5 Stars
I’ve been anticipating reading this book because I loved the premise of the story. The heroine gets dumped by her fiance via email just a few days before the wedding. Tragic as that is, our hero, who was the best man for the wedding and has been friends with both the ex-fiance and the heroine since childhood, finally sees his opportunity to be with her. I love stories like this! She would’ve been the one that got away and now he gets a chance at that happy ever after.
I think Ms. Burton did a great job with the friendship between our main characters. They are so comfortable with each other it was really nice to see those interactions at first. Plus he’s just such a nice guy and a vet. Always love a good animal in the story.
The heroine has to process a lot and at first I couldn’t get behind her easy going attitude about the whole thing. As the story progresses and we understand her a bit more, maybe it was easier. But when it comes to a relationship developing between our main characters I think it went quite fast from friends to lovers. Almost like a switch, and I wasn’t sure if I felt like it was revenge or just insta-love.
However, THE BEST MAN PLAN is certainly the perfect easy, light hearted, summer read. It’s set in a small town, with a great group of friends and family. That’s one of my favorite things about Ms. Burton’s books! And it’s definitely a sweet romance. I’ll be on the lookout for the next one in the series.
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July 4, 2022
Disappointing. I've been a Jaci Burton fan since her earliest books with a small press that took place on a paradise like island. When I've wanted or needed to sit down with a really good romance, she's one of my go-toes. I pretty much figured out early on what was going on with Owen and that led to too much time talking about how Erin is so over him but not really. Maybe if she had a little less to drink along the way she would have realized he'd ghosted everyone including his family. It wasn't the worst book I've read -- there were some scenes that were the exact kind of fun I was looking for like when Jason takes Erin on a picnic and they meet some new friends. I've already got the next one in the series so I'll give it a try. I just really want those earlier books Burton has written to come through again.
June 29, 2023
Not sure how to rate this book when I finished. It was a book that was enjoyable but it wasn’t fantastic. Chemistry between Erin and Jason wasn’t the best. More banter would be nice.
Apparently Jason, Owen and Erin have been friends since young and Jason loved Erin for a long time but stepped aside for Owen. Guess it would have been easier to relate to his love for Erin if the author had written more screens of Jason and Erin and he came to fall for her.
Apparently Jason, Owen and Erin have been friends since young and Jason loved Erin for a long time but stepped aside for Owen. Guess it would have been easier to relate to his love for Erin if the author had written more screens of Jason and Erin and he came to fall for her.
June 2, 2020
Erin and Jason’s story was sooo good! I loved the premise, the storyline, the twist which was different, and just pretty much everything! Can’t wait to read more in this series!
March 13, 2020
Jason likes to give solid advice, “save the pic. When you’re eighty years old and wrinkly and your boobs are hanging to your belly, you can look at that picture and say, ‘Hey, look at me. I was hot as eff.’” The man likes to let his woman know what she tends to do while intoxicated, “you also propositioned me for ***. Twice. Maybe three times?” I liked this book, I loved Jason.
July 7, 2020
The Best Man Plan by Jaci Burton is the first book in her new Boots and Bouquets series. Erin Bellini, our heroine, is devastated when her fiancé breaks up with her three days before the wedding. Erin’s family runs a vineyard, and they also handle weddings, as the girls (sisters) are wedding planners. Erin is determined to still have a party, since their venue is now available, and she puts on a strong face. Erin decides she wants revenge sex, and looks at her best friend, Jason.
Jason Callum, our hero, has always loved Erin, but was willing to step aside to allow his friend Owen to woo and win Erin’s heart. Now with him gone with the wind, no one can understand why Owen left Erin holding the bag without talking to her, having sent an email. Jason has always been there for Erin, and now with her falling all over him, he doesn’t know how to handle her advances, assuming she is acting on the rebound.
Erin has an amazing family, great group of friends, including Jason, and they all are there to help support her. I also loved both Jason and Erin’s puppies, who were so cute. This is a friend to lovers’ story, and Erin has no idea that Jason has always loved her. She is determined to have friends with benefits with Jason, as she finds him very sexy; but of course, no plans to become a relationship. Jason himself is trying his best to avoid Erin’s advances, as he feels she is acting irrationally. Best laid plans. Lol
I will say that Erin and Jason were fantastic together, as they made a super couple, with sizzling chemistry. Erin begins to realize that what she had with Owen wasn’t love, and Jason is the man for her. Will she step out of denial and own up to her growing feelings for Jason?
The Best Man Plan was a fun, sweet, enjoyable story. Besides Jason and Erin, I loved all the other wonderful characters, whom I expect to find more stories in the future books of this series. I also loved the vineyard and wedding planning background. Once again Jaci Burton gives us another wonderful romance, and a series I will need to keep reading. I wholly recommend that you read this book.
Barb
The Reading Cafe
Jason Callum, our hero, has always loved Erin, but was willing to step aside to allow his friend Owen to woo and win Erin’s heart. Now with him gone with the wind, no one can understand why Owen left Erin holding the bag without talking to her, having sent an email. Jason has always been there for Erin, and now with her falling all over him, he doesn’t know how to handle her advances, assuming she is acting on the rebound.
Erin has an amazing family, great group of friends, including Jason, and they all are there to help support her. I also loved both Jason and Erin’s puppies, who were so cute. This is a friend to lovers’ story, and Erin has no idea that Jason has always loved her. She is determined to have friends with benefits with Jason, as she finds him very sexy; but of course, no plans to become a relationship. Jason himself is trying his best to avoid Erin’s advances, as he feels she is acting irrationally. Best laid plans. Lol
I will say that Erin and Jason were fantastic together, as they made a super couple, with sizzling chemistry. Erin begins to realize that what she had with Owen wasn’t love, and Jason is the man for her. Will she step out of denial and own up to her growing feelings for Jason?
The Best Man Plan was a fun, sweet, enjoyable story. Besides Jason and Erin, I loved all the other wonderful characters, whom I expect to find more stories in the future books of this series. I also loved the vineyard and wedding planning background. Once again Jaci Burton gives us another wonderful romance, and a series I will need to keep reading. I wholly recommend that you read this book.
Barb
The Reading Cafe
April 11, 2020
(free review copy) I adore wedding planner books, I adore Jaci Burton and then DOGS?!? I was all in, head over heels ❤️ This is a major win series for me and I absolutely can’t wait til the next one! If you have read the Play by Play series, know that the heat is WAY lower in this one 😉
November 15, 2019
Everything you want in a charming, super-sexy, summer sizzler (say that 5 times fast ;)
I adored Erin and Jason's chemistry, their strong friendship and family support, and all the fun that I don't want to spoil here.
Burton also did a great job setting up future story-lines within the given characters too - yes please for more!
Galley borrowed from the publisher.
I adored Erin and Jason's chemistry, their strong friendship and family support, and all the fun that I don't want to spoil here.
Burton also did a great job setting up future story-lines within the given characters too - yes please for more!
Galley borrowed from the publisher.
July 10, 2020
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The Best Man Plan
Boots and Bouquets, Book #1
By Jaci Burton
ISBN# 9780451491282
Author’s Website: https://jaciburton.com/
Brought to you by OBS reviewer Heidi
Erin Bellini had been planning her perfect wedding for months. Everything had been set and they were in the home stretch. Until she got the email that changed everything. Her fiancé, Owen, sent her a break-up email two days before the wedding! TWO. DAYS. And, to add insult to injury he had already left on the honeymoon they were supposed to take together! Erin was devastated and confused. Luckily she has an amazing support system of family and friends to help her through the hardest time in her life.
Jason Callum has always carried a torch for Erin. He had planned to make a move for her before she and Owen started dating, but stepped aside when his friend showed interest. Now he’s kicking himself for it knowing how bad Erin is hurting. He has some choice words for Owen, but he’s not answering his phone. Then, Erin tells Jason how she wants to have a revenge fling with him. He knows it will only lead to his own broken-heart, but he just can’t resist giving in to having the one thing he always wanted, even if only for a little while.
I’m sad to write this review because I do like Jaci Burton, but this book just didn’t speak to me at all. It started out feeling like a cozy mystery. You had Erin living at her family’s vineyard and the local veterinarian, Jason. Then, there was everybody with their dogs and the mystery of why Owen did what he did when it’s so out of character for him. It was all wholesome and … boring.
I found Erin to be obnoxious with not knowing how to deal with her feelings and Jason was too understanding. She kept just ignoring him for weeks on end and then boom back in his bed only for her to freak out again later. With all her talk of wishing Owen had talked to her, she can’t even verbalize anything with Jason and she doesn’t see the similarities? And, who can’t figure out what to buy a puppy? Does she really need a vet to go to the store with her because she’s never owned a dog before? Most people figure it out, sweetheart.
Then, when Owen came clean to everyone, I thought everyone was way too forgiving. Yes, it was horrible, but it doesn’t erase what he did completely. Jason was also too forgiving with Erin and how she treated him during … the whole book really. You deserve better, Jason!
I wanted to like this book. I wanted to lose myself in some senseless fun with this story. I wanted to enjoy an entertaining romance that would leave me with a light feeling and a stupid grin on my face. Unfortunately, none of that happened. This was my least favorite book I’ve read from this author and it’s just sad and disappointing.
*OBS would like to thank the publisher for supplying a free copy of this title in exchange for an honest review*
The Best Man Plan
Boots and Bouquets, Book #1
By Jaci Burton
ISBN# 9780451491282
Author’s Website: https://jaciburton.com/
Brought to you by OBS reviewer Heidi
Erin Bellini had been planning her perfect wedding for months. Everything had been set and they were in the home stretch. Until she got the email that changed everything. Her fiancé, Owen, sent her a break-up email two days before the wedding! TWO. DAYS. And, to add insult to injury he had already left on the honeymoon they were supposed to take together! Erin was devastated and confused. Luckily she has an amazing support system of family and friends to help her through the hardest time in her life.
Jason Callum has always carried a torch for Erin. He had planned to make a move for her before she and Owen started dating, but stepped aside when his friend showed interest. Now he’s kicking himself for it knowing how bad Erin is hurting. He has some choice words for Owen, but he’s not answering his phone. Then, Erin tells Jason how she wants to have a revenge fling with him. He knows it will only lead to his own broken-heart, but he just can’t resist giving in to having the one thing he always wanted, even if only for a little while.
I’m sad to write this review because I do like Jaci Burton, but this book just didn’t speak to me at all. It started out feeling like a cozy mystery. You had Erin living at her family’s vineyard and the local veterinarian, Jason. Then, there was everybody with their dogs and the mystery of why Owen did what he did when it’s so out of character for him. It was all wholesome and … boring.
I found Erin to be obnoxious with not knowing how to deal with her feelings and Jason was too understanding. She kept just ignoring him for weeks on end and then boom back in his bed only for her to freak out again later. With all her talk of wishing Owen had talked to her, she can’t even verbalize anything with Jason and she doesn’t see the similarities? And, who can’t figure out what to buy a puppy? Does she really need a vet to go to the store with her because she’s never owned a dog before? Most people figure it out, sweetheart.
Then, when Owen came clean to everyone, I thought everyone was way too forgiving. Yes, it was horrible, but it doesn’t erase what he did completely. Jason was also too forgiving with Erin and how she treated him during … the whole book really. You deserve better, Jason!
I wanted to like this book. I wanted to lose myself in some senseless fun with this story. I wanted to enjoy an entertaining romance that would leave me with a light feeling and a stupid grin on my face. Unfortunately, none of that happened. This was my least favorite book I’ve read from this author and it’s just sad and disappointing.
*OBS would like to thank the publisher for supplying a free copy of this title in exchange for an honest review*
June 29, 2020
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There is no way to look at this cover and not fall in love with it. This is a great cover that tells you what is going on inside the book. I was so excited to start this new series by Jaci Burton. I read the novella that started it and really enjoyed it and got to know the family a little bit. Just that small glimpse told me that I wanted more.
Knowing from the novella that Erin was engaged I wasn't sure how the author going to tell her story. I never read the description of the authors that I read all the time so I went in blind. I didn't even know who was next.
Right away when I figured out it was Erin's book I wasn't sure what would happen but kinda knew the marriage wasn't going to happen and I was right. I felt so bad for Erin and what she was going through. You could feel her hurt come off the pages. I along with her family and friends wanted to smash him in the face.
I got a little too into the story can you tell. Ha!
Right away I could see that Jason is perfect for her. He loves her and stands by her so that tells me everything. He wouldn't even talk to Owen until after he explained everything to Erin first. I liked that about him. He's such a great guy.
Together these two work. I can't say that Owen and she wouldn't have worked because you don't see much of them together.
Even though this is a great story I did have one or two issues with it. At times the story moved slowly but I was okay with that because I really liked all the characters and I didn't care for how the Owen story was handled. I won't say much because I don't want to ruin it for you but I knew it would happen the way it did and I wasn't wrong. It didn't make it or breast the story for me but it didn't sit right either.
In the end, all turned out the way it should have. I'm glad we got a better taste of the family and I can't wait for the next book in the series. Her sister's stories should be good.
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There is no way to look at this cover and not fall in love with it. This is a great cover that tells you what is going on inside the book. I was so excited to start this new series by Jaci Burton. I read the novella that started it and really enjoyed it and got to know the family a little bit. Just that small glimpse told me that I wanted more.
Knowing from the novella that Erin was engaged I wasn't sure how the author going to tell her story. I never read the description of the authors that I read all the time so I went in blind. I didn't even know who was next.
Right away when I figured out it was Erin's book I wasn't sure what would happen but kinda knew the marriage wasn't going to happen and I was right. I felt so bad for Erin and what she was going through. You could feel her hurt come off the pages. I along with her family and friends wanted to smash him in the face.
I got a little too into the story can you tell. Ha!
Right away I could see that Jason is perfect for her. He loves her and stands by her so that tells me everything. He wouldn't even talk to Owen until after he explained everything to Erin first. I liked that about him. He's such a great guy.
Together these two work. I can't say that Owen and she wouldn't have worked because you don't see much of them together.
Even though this is a great story I did have one or two issues with it. At times the story moved slowly but I was okay with that because I really liked all the characters and I didn't care for how the Owen story was handled. I won't say much because I don't want to ruin it for you but I knew it would happen the way it did and I wasn't wrong. It didn't make it or breast the story for me but it didn't sit right either.
In the end, all turned out the way it should have. I'm glad we got a better taste of the family and I can't wait for the next book in the series. Her sister's stories should be good.
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May 21, 2020
Review courtesy of Romance Junkies
Dr. Jason Callum is a small-and-large animal veterinarian. He has always had feelings for Erin Bellini. When his best friend jilts her, Jason steps in to help Erin deal with the aftermath. He hesitates when she proposes a fun yet emotionless fling. Jason wants forever. Can Jason persuade Erin to take a chance with them? Or will she break his heart?
Erin Bellini handles the business part of her family’s vineyard and wedding venue. She is devastated when her fiancé breaks up with her days before their wedding via email. Erin decides a ‘revenge fling’ is what she needs. However, the man she has in mind balks at the idea. Will Erin’s no-strings-attached fling turn into true love? Or will she ruin her friendship with Jason?
Jason is an absolute doll. I love his concern over Erin’s wounded feelings. Even though he felt conflicted between his two friends, Jason knew that Erin needed him more. He had no ulterior motives in helping her. What I adore the most about Jason is his morals. He continuously refuses to take advantage of Erin when she is most vulnerable. Instead, he holds back his wants and desires until she is more receptive to them.
I had a tough time connecting with Erin. She came off too bossy and pushy for my tastes. I understand, even empathize, with Erin’s need for revenge. However, I did not like that she was willing to jeopardize a friendship to achieve it. I like Erin’s closeness with her sisters and family. They look after each other. Also, they are not afraid to step into another’s business when the need arises. What I like the most about Erin is her willingness to adopt and care for the stray she found. That really helped me warm up towards her.
THE BEST MAN PLAN is book one in Jaci Burton’s new contemporary-romance series, BOOTS AND BOUQUESTS. The premise of the story intrigued me enough to want to read this book. It did not disappoint. I like how the author incorporates dogs into the story without them dominating the plot. Of course, being a dachshund mom, I adore that one showed up briefly in the book.
THE BEST MAN PLAN is a fun and cute friends-to-lovers tale. I cannot wait to see which Bellini sister is next. I hope the author plans to pair Brenna with Finn.
Dr. Jason Callum is a small-and-large animal veterinarian. He has always had feelings for Erin Bellini. When his best friend jilts her, Jason steps in to help Erin deal with the aftermath. He hesitates when she proposes a fun yet emotionless fling. Jason wants forever. Can Jason persuade Erin to take a chance with them? Or will she break his heart?
Erin Bellini handles the business part of her family’s vineyard and wedding venue. She is devastated when her fiancé breaks up with her days before their wedding via email. Erin decides a ‘revenge fling’ is what she needs. However, the man she has in mind balks at the idea. Will Erin’s no-strings-attached fling turn into true love? Or will she ruin her friendship with Jason?
Jason is an absolute doll. I love his concern over Erin’s wounded feelings. Even though he felt conflicted between his two friends, Jason knew that Erin needed him more. He had no ulterior motives in helping her. What I adore the most about Jason is his morals. He continuously refuses to take advantage of Erin when she is most vulnerable. Instead, he holds back his wants and desires until she is more receptive to them.
I had a tough time connecting with Erin. She came off too bossy and pushy for my tastes. I understand, even empathize, with Erin’s need for revenge. However, I did not like that she was willing to jeopardize a friendship to achieve it. I like Erin’s closeness with her sisters and family. They look after each other. Also, they are not afraid to step into another’s business when the need arises. What I like the most about Erin is her willingness to adopt and care for the stray she found. That really helped me warm up towards her.
THE BEST MAN PLAN is book one in Jaci Burton’s new contemporary-romance series, BOOTS AND BOUQUESTS. The premise of the story intrigued me enough to want to read this book. It did not disappoint. I like how the author incorporates dogs into the story without them dominating the plot. Of course, being a dachshund mom, I adore that one showed up briefly in the book.
THE BEST MAN PLAN is a fun and cute friends-to-lovers tale. I cannot wait to see which Bellini sister is next. I hope the author plans to pair Brenna with Finn.
June 21, 2020
Thanks to Netgalley & the publisher for providing a digital ARC of the book in exchange for an honest review.
So I was expecting it to be about a bride being left at the alter and she goes for a wild revenge night with the best man only to later fall in love with him.
Well, all that happened but nit in that order! And it makes all the difference.
It's about Erin and Jason. And Honor & Brenna (Erin's sisters), Owen & Clay (Jason's best friends), Finn and Mike and so many more people. It's an ensemble. And quite the group! (And they are sure to come back in the next book 😍)
Erin's family has a winery & they organize weddings in their front yard. Erin handles the business part. Brenna takes care of the production of Wine & Honor takes the bride side!
Just a day before Erin's wedding, Owen (the groom and her best friend since childhood) takes off to Aruba, their to-be honeymoon destination. Erin is left devastated without any explanations and she decides to have a party instead, where she is planning to sleep with the best man, Jason, also her childhood best friend.
But it doesn't quite happen that way. Although Jason has always wanted to be with Erin, Owen kinda won the race and Jason didn't profess. He would die to be with her but he does something totally different.....
.
It was a feel-good novel about a girl who is strong & focused, whose family loves wine and weddings, and who's sisters are the most supportive.
And Jason is all charm and calm. He is understanding, loving, caring, and irresistible!
.
Though I'd like a few things to be not the way they were, especially how the author referred to sex and the explanations.
Also, the end was a bit predictable. (I thought of 3 scenarios that could unfold, it was one of them).
.
All in all close to 3.5/5
Waiting for #2 and the journey of this bunch.
So I was expecting it to be about a bride being left at the alter and she goes for a wild revenge night with the best man only to later fall in love with him.
Well, all that happened but nit in that order! And it makes all the difference.
It's about Erin and Jason. And Honor & Brenna (Erin's sisters), Owen & Clay (Jason's best friends), Finn and Mike and so many more people. It's an ensemble. And quite the group! (And they are sure to come back in the next book 😍)
Erin's family has a winery & they organize weddings in their front yard. Erin handles the business part. Brenna takes care of the production of Wine & Honor takes the bride side!
Just a day before Erin's wedding, Owen (the groom and her best friend since childhood) takes off to Aruba, their to-be honeymoon destination. Erin is left devastated without any explanations and she decides to have a party instead, where she is planning to sleep with the best man, Jason, also her childhood best friend.
But it doesn't quite happen that way. Although Jason has always wanted to be with Erin, Owen kinda won the race and Jason didn't profess. He would die to be with her but he does something totally different.....
.
It was a feel-good novel about a girl who is strong & focused, whose family loves wine and weddings, and who's sisters are the most supportive.
And Jason is all charm and calm. He is understanding, loving, caring, and irresistible!
.
Though I'd like a few things to be not the way they were, especially how the author referred to sex and the explanations.
Also, the end was a bit predictable. (I thought of 3 scenarios that could unfold, it was one of them).
.
All in all close to 3.5/5
Waiting for #2 and the journey of this bunch.
July 25, 2021
The Best Man Plan is the first book in the Boots and Bouquets series. It's a Contemporary Romance with a friends to lovers trope. This book has some family drama, interesting characters, dogs and a HEA.
Erin Bellini's fiance breaks up with her in an email three days before their wedding. Embarrassed, she wants revenge by having a fling with the best man also, her life long friend Jason Callum who is a veterinarian and a hottie. Jason has always had feelings for Erin and wants more than one night, he rather be her friend than lose her. But he does set out to show her that he can be the man for her if she would just be willing to take things slow.
Erin finds herself spending more time and thinking more of Jason than what she's comfortable with. She develops feelings pretty quickly for Jason and she knows they are deeper and more meaningful than what she had for her former fiance. These feelings frighten Erin and she isn't to sure she can trust her own instincts. But Jason insists on showing her that he's the The Best Man for the plan of spending the rest of their lives together in love.
Erin Bellini's fiance breaks up with her in an email three days before their wedding. Embarrassed, she wants revenge by having a fling with the best man also, her life long friend Jason Callum who is a veterinarian and a hottie. Jason has always had feelings for Erin and wants more than one night, he rather be her friend than lose her. But he does set out to show her that he can be the man for her if she would just be willing to take things slow.
Erin finds herself spending more time and thinking more of Jason than what she's comfortable with. She develops feelings pretty quickly for Jason and she knows they are deeper and more meaningful than what she had for her former fiance. These feelings frighten Erin and she isn't to sure she can trust her own instincts. But Jason insists on showing her that he's the The Best Man for the plan of spending the rest of their lives together in love.
June 28, 2020
Two days before her wedding Erin receives an email from her fiancée, Owen. Informing her that he can't go through with the wedding and that he is heading off on their two-week honeymoon to Aruba alone. Confused and angry she decides to continue with the wedding reception but as a nonwedding reception - after all, everything is paid for, might as well enjoy it.
Jason is Erin and Owen's best friend, they have all known each other since they were kids. He is on the phone to Erin when she reads Owen's email. Immediately he tries but fails to make contact Owen but heads over to see Erin to access how she is and if there is anything he can do.
During the nonwedding reception, Erin is dressed to impress and thinks that the best way to get over Owen is by having a revenge fling. And who better to have this with, than Jason. However, Jason doesn't want a fling, he wants Erin, he always has. Letting her down gently and explaining that this isn't the best idea she a little put out but can understand where he is coming from.
With more and more time spent together over the weeks that follow, they grow close and that 'fling' happens between them. But is it just a fling? Is Erin over Owen? Can she learn to love again? What happens when Owen finally decides to make contact?
Jason is Erin and Owen's best friend, they have all known each other since they were kids. He is on the phone to Erin when she reads Owen's email. Immediately he tries but fails to make contact Owen but heads over to see Erin to access how she is and if there is anything he can do.
During the nonwedding reception, Erin is dressed to impress and thinks that the best way to get over Owen is by having a revenge fling. And who better to have this with, than Jason. However, Jason doesn't want a fling, he wants Erin, he always has. Letting her down gently and explaining that this isn't the best idea she a little put out but can understand where he is coming from.
With more and more time spent together over the weeks that follow, they grow close and that 'fling' happens between them. But is it just a fling? Is Erin over Owen? Can she learn to love again? What happens when Owen finally decides to make contact?
July 21, 2020
3.5
Erin, Jason and Owen were friends since they were young. Jason was in love with Erin but when Owen asked him if he could asked her out, Jason didn't say a word about his feelings. He resigned himself to be the best man but everyone is totally blindsided when the groom breaks up with her (and in an e-mail!) two days before the wedding. Erin then decide that she's going to have a revenge fling with Jason, not knowning about his feelings, but Jason doesn't want a quick fuck nor just an affair and he see this as an opportunity to show her that maybe he was the best man for her right from the start.
A friends to lovers romance that I enjoyed but that I would have probably liked better if not for the heroine hot and cold attitude towards Jason . I could get over the fact she wanted to use him for her revenge plan even if I'm not a fan of the idea, but I really didn't appreciated how she avoid him every time she's pissed.
Erin, Jason and Owen were friends since they were young. Jason was in love with Erin but when Owen asked him if he could asked her out, Jason didn't say a word about his feelings. He resigned himself to be the best man but everyone is totally blindsided when the groom breaks up with her (and in an e-mail!) two days before the wedding. Erin then decide that she's going to have a revenge fling with Jason, not knowning about his feelings, but Jason doesn't want a quick fuck nor just an affair and he see this as an opportunity to show her that maybe he was the best man for her right from the start.
A friends to lovers romance that I enjoyed but that I would have probably liked better if not for the heroine hot and cold attitude towards Jason . I could get over the fact she wanted to use him for her revenge plan even if I'm not a fan of the idea, but I really didn't appreciated how she avoid him every time she's pissed.
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