"Hope was stronger when it was chosen and chased and held close despite the odds."

It's been a while since I've picked up a Melissa Tagg book and I'm glad to have read this one. Though it's third book in the series, it can still be read as a stand-alone. There are plenty of details and in-depth references sprinkled in to make sure you aren't lost or confused when the characters are talking about past events (FYI, I haven't read the first two books in the series yet). I loved the setting of Muir Harbor in Maine and really enjoyed getting to know the entire Muir family and the overarching theme of Maggie Muir's desire to find her granddaughter. Lily is spunky and driven, though oftentimes too impulsive, arrogant, and prickly. Wilder is fun, charming, and quite delightful though he loves to antagonize Lily and is haunted by grief, loss, and self-doubt. As Wilder and Lily dig further and deeper into Maggie's deceased daughter's past, the carefully latched top to the big box of secrets blows wide open to provide plenty of twists and turns in the mystery portion of the story. There is a solid faith thread to provide grounding and foundation for the characters as the mystery unravels. Older brother's best friend and enemies to lovers romance tropes provided lots of romantic tension between Lily and Wilder.

If you enjoy contemporary romance that tugs at the heart and has some mystery/sleuthing involved, you will love this book. I received a complimentary copy courtesy of publisher via NetGalley and was under no obligation to post a positive comment. All opinions are my own. ( )

“Don’t let fear make your decisions.”

Wedding at Sea is a fantastic conclusion to Melissa Tagg’s Muir Harbor series. While it could be read as a stand alone book, I would recommend reading the series in order, so as to get some of the backstory. I’ve been eagerly awaiting Lilian and Wilder’s story, because I love a good enemies-to-more tale, and I could tell from the first two books in the series that there was some antagonism going on between them. I was definitely not disappointed. Lilian is capable and independent, and Wilder is determined and loveable. They are realistic and engaging, and I enjoyed the banter between them and seeing their relationship change throughout the story.

With plenty of action, intrigue, romance, and a couple of mysteries running through the story, there is something for everyone to enjoy in this tale. This author is one of my favorite contemporary romance writers, and I’m eager to see what she comes up with next for her readers. 4.5 stars

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy. All opinions are my own. ( )