Reviews

The Secret to a Southern Wedding by Synithia Williams

dope_reads's review against another edition

medium-paced

4.0

turtleberry's review

5.0

Imani and Cyril met and had an instant attraction before either of them knew who the other was. Then she found out he was the son of the man her mother suddenly wanted to marry. Now Imani has to fight her attraction to him while trying to stop this sudden wedding.

This book was wonderful.

thebookishnarwhal's review against another edition

5.0

If you like drama, fun, and tons of love then you need to read The Secret to a Southern Wedding by Synithia Williams! I had so much fun reading this book and got through it in one sitting. This novel is a part of the Peachtree Cove Series and I cannot wait to read more!

Meet Imani. She is from the small town of Peachtree Cove, and is now one of the most sought-after OB-GYNs in Tallahassee. She’s receiving an award for Doctor of the Year, and nothing could be better. Then her mom sends a text message stating she’s getting married. WHAT?! So Imani packs up and heads home. Will she be able to talk some sense into her mother before she says, “I do”?!

Aside from drama, fun and love, there are many other things I loved about this book. It was witty, dealt with second chances, healing, and forgiveness, and Williams paired all of that with amazing characters and a plot that keeps you turning pages until three o’clock in the morning.

rellimreads's review

Usually I love Synithia Williams and her Soap Opera-ish storylines. Unfortunately, I loathe Imani. I cannot believe this immature woman is in her late 30s.

IDK - maybe I’ll come back to this at some point. Or just start with book 2. But this isn’t working for me right now.

hannahladipo12's review

lighthearted slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot

3.0

thequeenvey's review

emotional medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Finally a small town romance I enjoyed! I liked the premise of a small town with a strong sense of community. I would’ve liked to see more of Imani in action as a doctor instead of it being referenced. Also felt like everything wrapped up too quickly still but looking forward to continuing the series. 

annalwaring21's review

emotional funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

wheeliebridge's review

It seems like everyone is gaslighting the main character into thinking it’s totally fine that her mom is marrying someone she’s only been dating a month. Not only does she not know his past, but she and everyone else is acting like the main character is a man hater for being suspicious of the rushed relationship after a history of an abusive relationship. On top of it all, the love interest is her step brother to-be, which wouldn’t be as weird if they weren’t emphasizing calling his father her stepfather. It’s all a little too incest adjacent

brownbagbargainbooks's review against another edition

lighthearted

2.25

chanteld's review

hopeful reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

Imani was annoying right up to the very end. But I like the wider community and side chara ters I'd read more if this is a series. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death of parent