Book Review of Save the Date by Mallory Kass

Save the Date: A Novel by Mallory Kass
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

"A romantic comedy of manners about a lavish wedding weekend gone very, very wrong with the slow-burn romance of Emily Henry and the fizzy humor of Sophie Kinsella"

It took me nearly 45% of the way through to be able to remember who was who. 3 POV's and storylines was a little tricky to get a grasp of, but once it all started to cross-over, it was easier.

Everyone can relate to doing what they thought was in everyone's best interest, even their own, only to discover that they were lying to themselves and shouldn't settle for less.
This heartwarming novel is told in third person from the pov of 3 women. Natalie, the bride's best friend and maid of honor. Olivia, the bride's sister who does everything to protect those around her. And Marigold, the influencer who tries to perfect for everyone around her.
Each woman ends up on a journey of their own where they realize what they really want and even if it totally screws up Marigold's wedding. Once the 3 confirm with each other where they are all at currently, it's time to figure out what to do next.

I really enjoyed this book and it got stronger the further I read, even with a predictable ending. My one hangup was the main character’s decision at the end. She married a guy after two weeks, left the country, spent over two years in a committed relationship with a new man that led to a wedding, and then bailed to chase the first husband after spending less than twenty four hours with him the day before. It also made me wonder what she would have done if she had not caught Jonathan kissing her best friend Natalie, even though Natalie ended up being a perfect match for him. Eventhough everyone ended up with who their hearts tell them, it was just so chaotic LOL
Going through my highlights, I have a lot where there are heartfelt and profoundly written moments, mostly about love and family.

Here are a few:
"Sometimes looking for love feels like sending radio waves into the darkness of space— you can go years without any response, and then just when you start to wonder if we really are alone in the universe, you hear that voice. That someone who’s tuned to your exact frequency."

“That’s the one good thing about dying,” Lulu said with a smile. “Everything feels special. Every morning when I wake up, I feel overwhelmed by gratitude, knowing that I have one more day to spend with all of you. I don’t need a big party. Every day feels like a party.”

“I’m not letting you off that easy,” and relieved laughter bubbled up from the audience. “No,” Bill said, stroking Lulu’s cheek. “Nothing can part us. I’m yours in this life and the next.”


Thank you NetGalley and Atria for an early e-ARC!!

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Initial review after finishing:
Took me awhile to be able to keep track of all the character with the 3 POV’s. Glad the girls end up with who we can only hope are their HEA’s.

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