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Always the Bridesmaid

By: Portia MacIntosh
Narrated by: Karen Cass
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 'One of the funniest books I've read in ages' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Rom-com writer Mia Valentina has it all — money, success and a glamorous LA lifestyle. But when a wedding invitation arrives, demanding her presence as chief bridesmaid for her sister Belle, chaos ensues.

Mia’s barely been back in England before she accidentally injures the groom, unintentionally ‘curses’ the wedding, and finds herself in a compromising position with her sister’s soon-to-be brother-in-law.

With the wedding of the year spiralling out of control and best man and fireman Leo by her side, will Mia use her rom-com expertise to save the day?

Readers LOVE Portia MacIntosh:

'A fab feel-good book – definitely worth a read, you won't be disappointed' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'This is a great read for those ready for a little fun and romance, loved every page and it ended far too fast!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Absolutely loved this book, loads of twists and turns and some laugh out loud comedy thrown in. This book had me smiling like an idiot but it is a real good read!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A fabulous witty romcom with plenty of cringe, swoon and laugh out loud moments' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A light-hearted read which is flirty and fun and a guaranteed pick me up, I think everyone should read this.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Previously published as Bad Bridesmaid.

©2025 Portia MacIntosh (P)2025 HarperCollins Publishers Contemporary Friendship Genre Fiction Literature & Fiction Romantic Comedy Women's Fiction Romance

Critic Reviews

Praise for Portia MacIntosh:

'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low

'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin

'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin

‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy Baggot

'A fun, fabulous 5-star rom com!' Sandy Barker

'Loved the book, it's everything you expect from the force that is Portia! A must read' Rachel Dove

'Fun and witty. Pure escapism!' Laura Carter

'A heartwarming, fun story, perfect for several hours of pure escapism.' Jessica Redland

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I always enjoy Portia’s novels and Karen Cass narration so much fun and easy enjoyable listen I am always impatient for the next story 😀

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I really struggled with this book and there was no slow burn romance. she met the main character and within a few minutes that slow burn chase was all over. I returned it at chapter 16. karen cass was brilliant as always.

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