The Berry Lake Cupcake Posse has touched my heart in ways I never imagined it would. I read a lot of books and there are very few series that I have been so invested in. Bria, Juliet, Missy, Nell, and Selena have captured my heart and seeing them go through such turmoil in Weddings & Wishes was absolutely heartbreaking. There is so much going on in this novel that you must read the rest of the series to keep up, which is something the author highly recommends, and I agree whole heartedly. Not only will it help you keep up with the narrative, but you will create a bond with these characters like no other.

One thing that I loved about this novel were the little twists that I wasn’t expecting, like who’s wedding it was, and who stays together versus who sadly doesn’t. I ended the novel with an audible gasp, my hand over my mouth, and a look of bewilderment on my face. I was truly shocked when I read the last line and couldn’t believe that this was how this novel ended. With the way the story was going towards the end of the book it was obvious the novel would end on a cliffhanger, but I did not expect this twist whatsoever. I truly hope the final installment will come early, as I don’t know if I can make it to May 2024 without knowing what’s going to happen!

I don’t know how Melissa McClone does it, but she is such a wonderful storyteller that takes you into the lives and hearts of these characters, and makes this world come alive. Each character has their own unique and individual voice, and the support that they give one another is unsurpassed. It’s truly friendship goals to the ninth degree. Berry Lake and all of its inhabitants have become like family to me, and though this was the messiest story of the series so far, it also gave a realism that made this world all the more real.

I wish so much that this series could go on forever, but sadly I will have one more book to devour before the Berry Lake Cupcake Posse (hopefully) lives happily ever after. With the little twists, the drama, the love, support, and friendship and, of course the cupcakes, Weddings & Wishes is a sweet and savory treat that I did not want to end.

*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher. All views and opinions expressed are completely honest, and my own. ( )