The Paid Bridesmaid: A Novel

Written by Sariah Wilson

Narrated by Sarah Naughton

From Sariah Wilson, the bestselling author of Roommaid, comes a captivating romantic comedy about what happens when a wedding party mixes business with romance.

Rachel Vinson is a bridesmaid for hire: part confidante, part wedding planner, and one hundred percent pretend BFF. Discretion guaranteed. Her next gig is a destination wedding—livestreamed and sponsored—for an Instagram influencer. That means a paradise of new contacts, which could be a boon to her already booming business. If Rachel can keep the very handsome and slightly too interested best man at bay, that is.

High-tech entrepreneur Camden Lewis must know: Who is this gorgeous, intelligent, and mysterious woman? Too good to be real. Convinced she’s a corporate spy out to tank his company, Camden’s not letting her out of his sight. But the constant surveillance is also opening his eyes to things about Rachel that he likes. If she’s a spy, she’s certainly the cutest one he’s ever seen.

As the week’s worth of wedding events march along, Rachel and Camden are learning almost everything there is to know about each other. Rachel’s made a career out of always a bridesmaid…but perhaps there’s a chance for her own trip down the aisle?

• Language: English
• Publisher: Brilliance Audio
• Release date: Jan 1, 2022
• ISBN: 9781713621164

Sariah Wilson

Bestselling author Sariah Wilson has never jumped out of an airplane or climbed Mount Everest, and she is not a former CIA operative. She has, however, been madly, passionately in love with her soul mate and is a fervent believer in happily ever afters—which is why she writes romances like the End of the Line novels, the Royals of Monterra series, and the #Lovestruck novels. After growing up in Southern California as the oldest of nine (yes, nine) children, she graduated from Brigham Young University with a semi-useless degree in history. She currently lives with the aforementioned soul mate and their four children in Utah, along with three tiger barb fish, a cat named Tiger, and a recently departed hamster who is buried in the backyard (and has nothing at all to do with tigers). For more information, visit her website at www.SariahWilson.com.

Reviews for The Paid Bridesmaid

[Miar Mohie · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I liked this book, it is a light, nice, and easy read, one that keeps you going without you noticing it. The characters were great and relatable, the hero and the heroin were just good people who deserved a happy ending, I was rooting for them from the start, they were also funny and made me smile more than once during my read. The secondary characters were also so good with backstories that made me long for a whole story for them.
Although the plots in romantic comedies are like been there and done that, this one was good, I wasn't bored and I wanted to see it through. It was engaging and the end was so cute.

[Elizandra Nara · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I really liked the book, and the way it was read. I wish the plot had moved a little quicker, but thats because I am impatient and love the ending fluff that these kinds of books have. I would definitely recommend this book.

[Victória Palestino · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A sweet read, love how light and awesome the book was.

[Katie Watkins · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

With a super fun premise, fantastic characters, a tropical setting, and chemistry oozing off the pages, this story is a winner.

Rachel owns a business where brides can hire bridesmaids...and it's all discrete. I loved the friendship she developed with social media influencer, Sadie, and I especially loved the interactions and banter she encountered with the best man, Camden.

*Swoon Alert!* Camden is the complete package--he's attentive and sweet, fun and engaging, and loyal and devout. But he's a tad bit suspicious of Rachel, which leads to some funny moments and sticky situations. He's a swoony-worthy hero for sure! I loved Rachel's stability and common sense, but all that disappears with the setting Hawaiian sun where Cam is concerned.

Sariah Wilson knows how to write chemistry that jumps right out of a book and grasps a reader's heart. The characters feel like friends and the plots are so entertaining. I loved this story so much!

Content: mild+ romance (some innuendo, kissing)

[Brianna Bruttomesso Tucker · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Such a light feel good book with plenty of.. shenanigans. Can’t wait to see what else this author has to offer.

[Jenna Vaughn · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Cute and just a wee bit angsty. I enjoyed the romance between Rachel and Camden

[geauxgetlit · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Bingeable fun Romcom about an owner of a discreet paid bridesmaid business where she finds herself as the maid of honor to what might make or break her reputation forever.

She has a NDA that she insists upon to keep the brides secret safe that they aren’t actually friends, and she has a rule for her employees to never date wedding guests. When the bride plays matchmaker to her and the best man, sexual tension radiates.

If you enjoy forbidden love tropes that are fun. You will enjoy this also.

3.5 stars only due to the story was very similar to something I previously read.

Thank you NetGalley for the gifted copy for my honest review.

[fredreeca · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Rachel has been hired to be a bridesmaid for an Instagram influencer. The wedding is going to be live streamed so she must make sure everything goes off without a hitch. However, love tends to have a mind of its own. When the best man, Camden, shows up, Rachel realizes she may have met her match.This is such a cute novel. I love Rachel. She is such a go getter. And she tries so hard to do the right thing….right down to when she does the wrong thing. Then there is Camden. He is electric! When these two get within 10 feet of each other, sparks fly!This story hit me at just the right time. I needed a funny romance to get me through my work week! This one took me away and planted me right in the middle of Camden and Rachel! A great escape!Need a cute, romantic comedy…THIS IS IT! Grab your copy today.I received this novel from the publisher for a honest review.