About this book:

Ava Sinclair, Willow Creek's meticulous event planner, finds her perfectly ordered life upended by the return of celebrity chef Lucas Grant, her childhood friend and the source of a painful past. Their reunion at Lucas's sister's wedding sparks tension and old rivalries, culminating in a drunken rehearsal dinner dare: if neither finds 'the One' by the end of the week-long Willow Creek Summer Festival, they'll marry each other at the final gala. What starts as a public spectacle for the town's amusement quickly becomes a high-stakes competition filled with hilarious attempts at dating, meddling relatives, and undeniable, rekindled chemistry.

As the festival unfolds, Ava and Lucas navigate a series of comedic dating mishaps orchestrated by their well-meaning, if misguided, matchmakers. Through a series of unexpected crises – from philosophical suitors and social media influencers to a near-fatal fire at a historic landmark – their carefully constructed walls begin to crumble. Old letters reveal buried truths and vulnerabilities, forcing them to confront the pain of their past and the undeniable connection that still exists between them. Just as they seem poised to confess their true feelings, a dramatic ex-fiancé, a broken heel, and a well-timed thunderstorm add fuel to the chaotic fire, culminating in a public proposal amidst the pandemonium.

However, their whirlwind wedding triggers a PR nightmare for Lucas, threatening his career and forcing him to consider denying their marriage. Faced with the prospect of losing everything, Lucas is torn between his global brand and the quiet life and genuine love he’s found with Ava in Willow Creek. But Ava, no longer the heartbroken girl of the past, refuses to let their love be dismissed as a mere spectacle. Rallying the quirky and determined residents of Willow Creek, she leads a audacious mission to New York to fight for their truth, proving that their messy, unexpected love is the most authentic thing of all. Their defiance, coupled with the town’s unwavering support, ultimately leads to unexpected opportunities and a future built on shared dreams, resilience, and the undeniable magic of finding your happily ever after in the most chaotic way possible.