Bridesmaid Undercover

By: Meghan Quinn

Narrated by: Samantha Brentmoor, Jason Clarke

Length: 15 hrs and 4 mins

Publisher's summary

From USA Today bestselling author Meghan Quinn comes a witty friends to lovers . . . turns . . . enemies to lovers romance.

Everly Plum is delighted to be heading up the Bridesmaid for Hire program at Magical Moments by Maggie. And when Hardy Hopper, one of their billionaire investors, approaches Everly for help with his friends' wedding, she's more than happy to step in. But Hardy has an extra assignment for her: his ex-girlfriend will be the maid of honor opposite his role as best man, and he wants Everly's help getting her back.

There's only one problem: Everly may have a tiny crush on the dashing businessman. But despite the way Hardy makes her stomach flutter, she's determined to prove herself, both as a bridesmaid and as a matchmaker. That is, until she finds her crush turning into real feelings. Not to mention, Hardy can't help but notice how well he clicks with Everly, and before he knows it, he's not looking for his ex's attention anymore.

But even after their simmering attraction finally rises to the surface, they will have to contend with meddling friends, poor timing, and professional boundaries—and the risk that no one might get a second chance after all.

©2024 Bloom Books (P)2024 Meghan Quinn

Great narration on a meh story

The narrators were fantastic and get a 5. Unfortunately, the MMC in this story just wasn't likeable and was entirely clueless, and made the entire story hard to like. Plus it just seemed to drag on too long. I absolutely adored the first book in this series, so I am hopeful for future books. This one was just not for me.

5 STARS! Witty slow-burn friends-to-lovers romcom!

Meghan Quinn’s Bridesmaid Undercover is a delightful friends-to-lovers romance that masterfully combines slow-burn tension with witty banter in a charming wedding setting. The story follows Hardy, the best man determined to win back his ex, the maid of honor, and Everly, the sharp and dedicated wedding planner who agrees to help him in his quest.

I listened to the audiobook version, and Samantha Brentmoor and Jason Clarke delivered fantastic performances, full of authentic chemistry. Quinn’s natural storytelling skills bring this workplace romance to life, as the simmering attraction between Hardy and Everly gradually builds into something undeniable. The characters’ playful exchanges and heartfelt moments make this novel a thoroughly enjoyable read, showcasing Quinn's ability to create engaging, emotionally rich romances that keep readers hooked until the very last page. Five smooches from me for Bridesmaid Undercover by Meghan Quinn!
~Danielle Palumbo

Laugh out loud, steamy Rom-com!

Thank you Meghan Quinn and KP Simmon for the ALC. This book was delightful! When I learned about this book, I was excited to start reading it because I thought that the previous book, Bridesmaid for Hire, was hilarious and fun! I liked Everly‘s character from Bridesmaid for Hire, and looked forward to learning more about her personality. When Everly and Hardy would have inner monologues when they were around each other, I felt their nervousness and excitement. Or cringed with them with embarrassment. Sometimes it was a challenge to follow the shifting dialogue between the characters’ inner thoughts and back to the conversation without seeing (literally) the quotation marks.

Everly has been one of my favorite romance heroines because she is witty, has a good sense of humor, is vulnerable, but also passionate. She has weakness for this man, and it shows when she tries so hard to be strong and resist him, yet she simply has to give in to her desires.

The book is narrated in duet by Samantha Brentmoor and Jason Clarke. I think all romance books should be narrated in duet. Samantha was a perfect Everly, and Jason’s voice is so seductive (except when he’s lovestruck and broken, and then it’s puppy sweet).

I hope that the brief mention of Hardy’s brother, Hudson, and his young secretary (who happens to be his brother-in-law’s younger sister) are teasers for the next book with all these characters.

Hardy Hopper my new BF

Can I just say I LOVED it!! Laughed out loud at the banter. Such great voices narrating!! Already listened to it 2x!!!

Okay… but…

The first 3/4 of this book is amazing. So funny, witty, and adorable. I loved it. The last 1/4 of the book feels like the male lead was switched out. I don’t know. I really didn’t like where it went and I didn’t even want a happy ending at that point. It lost all of the wit and charm. Still enjoyed the book but would have liked something different. The narrators were amazing!

Funnier than expected

I really enjoyed the humor and characters in this book. The first book was good and this was even better!

4.5 out of 5 stars!

I can always count on the author to give me a book with great banter, humor, and comedic drama. All Hardy Hopper wants is to get back together with his ex Maple. He thinks he has the perfect opportunity because their mutual friends are getting married. That will keep Hardy in Maple's orbit. He enlists the help of Everly Plum. Their friendship grows as they spend time together. Everly does everything she can to help Hardy even though she has feelings for him. They're comfortable around each other, laugh at each other's jokes, banter like two people who belong together. I couldn't help but root for Hardy and Everly to end up together!

Then you get Samantha Brentmoor and Jason Clarke to narrate duet style... perfection! This book couldn't get any better! Samantha and Jason brought the characters and the story to whole different level! Top notch performances from these two talented narrators!

I received an advance copy of the audiobook at my request and voluntarily left this review.

Romcom GENIUS

Hardy Hopper and Everly Plum are on a mission to get Hardy back with his ex Maple. Everly is secretly crushing on Hardy though and through this very comical experience, they develop a very close bond. Now Hardy has some decisions to make, go back with his ex or give in to these new feelings?
Where do I even begin?! I swear Meghan Quinn can do no wrong when it comes to writing romcoms. I laughed so hard during this book, and was so excited about previous books characters making appearances. I think the only thing that did bother me was there was a lot of repetition going on in multiple chapters. When a scene happens in one chapter, that character is going to describe the entire scene again in another chapter or so. This did not take away from the experience of reading though because the story is just that good. Also, with Jason Clarke and Samantha Brentmoor narrating it, it truly brings the story to life! You can tell they really get into reading this and feel every emotion they pour in as if you are living the story yourself. Overall, this book is perfect.

Ok

It was just ok. I started to lose interest towards the end. Overall a decent book but much better out there.

"But I screwed up,"

Wow! Meghan kept me guessing on this novel. I wasn't sure til the end what kind of ending she had written.

Which made for a fun rom-com.

I especially liked that this caused me to think.