The Unexpected Wedding Guest (Marry Me contemporary romance series Book 2‪)‬

❤ Close friends . . . a secret crush ❤

It was his sister’s wedding, but Max Trevetti’s eyes weren’t focused on the bride. 


Growing up in small-town Tobias, Wisconsin, Max helped raise his little sister Annette, and was a surrogate big brother to her best friend, Suzanna Grant. Suz always had a secret crush on her best friend's brother, but she would never have thought Max actually saw her as more than a friend.


Except now Max can’t keep his eyes off her. That stunning red dress. Her smile. 


When the wedding celebration leads to unexpected passion, neither knows what happens next … especially when they’re constantly thrown together trying to save historic Bliss House for eccentric, meddling Miss Trudi.


Was it just a fling, or will this wedding plant the seed for their own? Find out in this heartfelt Midwestern romantic comedy.


Love feel-good, small-town romantic comedy (with a few tears)? Dive into heartfelt, passionate, small-town contemporary romance in The Unexpected Wedding Guest, Book 2 of USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn's Marry Me series.


Praise for The Unexpected Wedding Guest

"Special. A wonderful story of Suzanna and Max and overcoming fear and hurt to do what your heart leads you to do. What a sweet story of two people who couldn't be more deserving of a HEA." – 5*


"An unexpected treasure!" – 5*


"McLinn delivers a wonderful romance. … I hope she never stops writing them." – 5*


"Ordinary, and yet unforgettable, characters in an endearing story readers will treasure." – 5*


"A heartwarming tale." – 5*


“Loved this book. Can’t wait to read next one in the series.” – 5*


Praise for the Marry Me series

“With her two latest books set in a perfectly realized and perfectly charming small town, McLinn has created two beautifully written, richly emotional love stories that are a joy to read.” – John Charles, American Library Association


“Gifted Patricia McLinn has written another wonderful series filled with emotion and romance.” -- CataRomance Reviews


“McLinn has done a marvelous job creating the stories in this series.” -- Fresh Fiction


Get all the books in Patricia McLinn’s Marry Me series!

Wedding of the Century

The Unexpected Wedding Guest

A Most Unlikely Wedding 

Baby Blues and Wedding Bells


If you like Patricia's small-town romance stories, try her Seasons in a Small Town series!

What Are Friends For? (Spring)

The Right Brother (Summer)

Falling for Her (Autumn)

Warm Front (Winter)


About the Author

Patricia McLinn is the USA Today bestselling author of more than 60 published novels cited by readers and reviewers for wit and vivid characterization. Her books include mysteries, romantic suspense, contemporary romance, historical romance, and women’s fiction. They have topped bestseller lists and won numerous awards.

She has spoken about writing from London to Melbourne, Australia, to Washington, D.C., including being a guest speaker at the Smithsonian.

McLinn spent more than 20 years as an editor at The Washington Post after stints as a sports writer (Rockford, Ill.) and assistant sports editor (Charlotte, N.C.). She received BA and MSJ degrees from Northwestern University. Now living in Kentucky, McLinn loves to hear from readers through her website PatriciaMcLinn.com and social media.