The Good Bride, Jen Marie Wiggins
The Good Bride, Jen Marie Wiggins
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The Good Bride

Author: Jen Marie Wiggins

Narrator: Marni Penning

Unabridged: 8 hr 23 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 12/10/2024


Synopsis

The Wedding of the Year turns disastrous in this twisty family drama full of lies and betrayals, perfect for fans of Laura Dave, Lucy Foley, and Ruth Ware. One year after a devastating hurricane, bride-to-be Ruth Bancroft is marrying her perfect groom in a quaint fishing village on the Gulf Coast. The weekend is carefully curated, with the displays of pomp and social media magic meant to promote an area still struggling to rebuild as well as bring Ruth’s estranged family back together. Yet, as good intentions often go, this road to wed is hell and paved in complications. With tensions rising between the family and the bridal party, long-buried secrets come to light, and accusations start flying. Things officially spiral out of control when the oceanfront rehearsal dinner is rocked by a series of gunshots, and a high-profile guest goes missing. As the investigation gets underway, it turns out that everyone has something to hide. Big Little Lies meets The Guest List in this gripping page turner that asks the big questions about messy family liaisons, modern media, and the lies we tell the world.

About Jen Marie Wiggins

Jen Marie Wiggins's first book, the gifty nonfiction title Married AF: A Funny Guide for the Newlywed or Bride, was published with Sourcebooks in 2022. She has a background in advertising and public relations, and her writing has appeared in Southern Coastal Weddings, Savannah Magazine, Savannah Homes, and elsewhere. The Good Bride draws much of its inspiration from the devastation and rebuilding struggles of Mexico Beach, Florida, a place near and dear to Jen's heart.

About Marni Penning

Marni Penning is an award-winning actress, voiceover artist, and producer who loves narrating cozy mysteries, sweet romances, and books that have a bit of quirky snark.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Linzie (suspenseisthrillingme) on January 16, 2025

A genre-crossing novel that was a definite slow burn, The Good Bride melded a family drama and a suspenseful whodunnit with a touch of crime fiction into one intriguing tale. From the toxic family dynamics to the small town Florida feel, the family—and Blue Compass—came alive on the page. It didn’t......more

Goodreads review by Jonetta on December 09, 2024

the setup… It’s been a year since Hurricane Carrie ravaged the coastal town of Blue Compass, Georgia and they’re still struggling to recover. But the upcoming wedding of Ruth Bancroft, the youngest daughter of wealthy matron Caroline Bancroft and her ex-husband Thad, who is estranged from his three d......more

Goodreads review by Kimberly on September 05, 2024

Driven by old betrayals, long-held secrets, and toxic family dynamics, everyone has something to hide when a high-profile guest goes missing at the wedding of the year. Part suspenseful whodunnit, part family drama, The Good Bride is a wickedly good tale that will keep readers guessing all the way t......more

Goodreads review by Jennifer on December 01, 2024

I made it to 35% before I put this book down. I was not invested in the story and felt bored. I see how the story could have potential because the synopsis drew me in, but it wasn’t executed in a thrilling way for me.......more

Goodreads review by Stacey on December 31, 2024

The good bride by Jen Marie Wiggins The audio was fine. It was acceptable. Bride-to-be Ruth Bancroft is marrying her perfect groom. Trouble is all the family coming together in the same place. Family drama, gunshots and a missing guest… The investigation brings together the kind of secrets no one nee......more