You Say It First

You Say It First
Susan Mallery

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR‘The perfect feel-good read’ Sarah MorganYou’re invited to visit a wedding destination found only in a fairy tale…Sculptor Nick Mitchell grew up in a family of artists and learned from his volatile father that passion only leads to pain. As he waits on a new commission, he takes a day job as a humble carpenter at a theme wedding venue. The job has its perks – mainly the venue's captivating owner, Pallas Saunders. Although he won't let love consume him, for ecstasy with an expiration date, he's all in.Pallas adores Weddings in a Box. But if she can't turn the floundering business around, she'll have no choice but to cave to her domineering mother and trade taffeta for trust funds working at the family's bank. Then when a desperate bride begs Pallas for something completely out of the box, her irresistible new hire inspires her. Nick knows she doesn't belong behind a desk, and she knows in her heart that he's right – where she really belongs is in his arms.

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Fool’s Gold romances invites you to visit Happily Inc, a wedding destination founded on a fairy tale

Sculptor Nick Mitchell grew up in a family of artists and learned from his volatile father that passion only leads to pain. As he waits on a new commission, he takes a day job as a humble carpenter at a theme wedding venue. The job has its perks—mainly the venue’s captivating owner, Pallas Saunders. Although he won’t let love consume him, for ecstasy with an expiration date, he’s all in.

Pallas adores Weddings in a Box. But if she can’t turn the floundering business around, she’ll have no choice but to cave to her domineering mother and trade taffeta for trust funds working at the family’s bank. Then when a desperate bride begs Pallas for something completely out of the box, her irresistible new hire inspires her. Nick knows she doesn’t belong behind a desk, and she knows in her heart that he’s right—where she really belongs is in his arms.

Praise for Susan Mallery and her fan-favorite, bestselling novels

“Susan Mallery is one of my favorites.”

—#1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber

“Funny, tender, moving, and shot through with enough emotional drama to resonate with anyone who’s survived a family wedding, [Daughters of the Bride] is pure delight and a rewarding read for romance and women’s fiction fans alike.”

—Library Journal, starred review

“As heartwarming as a hot chocolate by the fireside, this romance delivers a happily-ever-after that will delight you down to your toes.”

—BookBub on Marry Me at Christmas

“Romance novels don’t get much better than Mallery’s expert blend of emotional nuance, humor and superb storytelling.”

—Booklist

“Susan Mallery’s gift for writing humor and tenderness makes all her books true gems.”

—RT Book Reviews

“The characters will have you crying, laughing, and falling in love... Another brilliantly well-written story.”

—San Francisco Book Review on The Friends We Keep

“Heartwarming... Deft characterization and an absorbing story line will keep readers coming back.”

—Publishers Weekly on When We Met

“Romance superstar Mallery’s [The Girls of Mischief Bay] is both heart-wrenching and warmhearted... A discerning, affecting look at three women facing surprising change and the powerful and uplifting impact of friends.”

—Kirkus Reviews

You Say It First

Susan Mallery

www.millsandboon.co.uk (http://www.millsandboon.co.uk)

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