"Hilarious characters abound in this launch of Harlequin's new Flipside imprint."
As Francie Morelli runs from the church, she knows she's
hurt a lot of people, including her controlling mother. And
especially Matt Carson, the groom, the third man she's left
standing at the altar. But Francie doesn't love Matt, and
she has to stop letting her mother push her into marriage. When Mark Fielding walks into Baxter Promotions, Francie's
place of employment, she's eager to help him promote his
new book. She's very attracted to him, but isn't ready to
start a new personal relationship. When her mother meets
Mark, she decides he'll make a wonderful groom #4 and
begins pushing them together. Mark doesn't mind, since he's
very interested in Francie. Soon the relationship turns
romantic, and Mark proposes marriage. However, as wedding plans are being made, Mark confesses
that he's Matt's half-brother, and that he planned to woo,
bed and leave Francie at the altar to teach her a lesson.
Now, he's really fallen in love and wants to marry her.
Being very hurt and unable to trust him, Francie asks for
some time to think. After talking to her mother, of all
people, she's finally convinced that Mark is the only man
for her. This launch title of Harlequin's new Flipside line was a
very fun book to read. Some of the characters are
hilarious, adding a delightful balance to the seriousness
of others.
Reviewed by Tammie Ard
Courtesy Old Book Barn Gazette
Posted September 23, 2003
SummaryNewly Single-Again!
"Engaging men" are lining up for Francesca Morelli, thanks
to her enterprising Italian mama. The very able and
controlling Josephine has arranged three—count 'em,
three—weddings so far for her 29-and-pushing-it
daughter. Unfortunately, all three have gone off, uh,
without a hitch.
No wonder. Francesca has a thing about the m word. The
only vow she's taking is to stay single!
But best man Mark Fielding is going to turn the tables on
this woman who discards fiancés like out-of-style shoes.
His MO? Charm the sexy brunette into bed. Woo her to the
altar with promises of happily ever after—then plot
his getaway.
Except...Mark hasn't counted on falling in love....
And Francesca hasn't figured "The Wedding March" really is
her new theme song....
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