Three Weddings and a Proposal: One summer, three weddings, and the shocking phone call that changes everything . . .

Three and a half stars. Delphie is living her best life, executive assistant to one of Ireland's wealthiest men she travels the world doing everything from buying an antique bracelet for his girlfriend to reviewing business plans and managing the company's charitable foundation. She's single with her own beautiful cottage by the sea but the rest of her large Irish family won't stop feeling sorry for her just because she's alone. The last straw comes when she is being harangued from all sides because she hasn't named a plus one for her brother's imminent wedding (because they need to write the placecards for the reception FFS). Then a quick trip to Mallorca to hand over said bracelet to her boss brings great news, he wants to appoint her to the Board. On the flight home she sits next to her ex, Ed, who left her to work in Dubai. Then tragedy strikes and Delphie's wonderful life collapses around her shoulders. Could reconnecting with the only boyfriend she ever really loved change everything? I did really enjoy this story although I felt that the two major plot lines were too obviously telegraphed, or maybe I'm just that good at reading people, or maybe I've just read a scary number of contemporary romances? It was nice to have a 'career woman' who genuinely loves her career and doesn't suddenly decide to settle for something slower-paced, or using a softer, more feminine skill (like opening a cup-cake shop). I liked Delphie and I wanted to be her friend. I don't think I've read any other books by Sheila O'Flanagan but i like her writing and will definitely look out for more from her. I received a free copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley in return for an honest review.

It’s a real treat when I have a book from this author on my list – I have always really enjoyed her writing. Delphie is loving her brother’s wedding and having the best time, even if her family are reading too much between the lines about her plus one. Why can’t they see what she has achieved with her life? Her own home, a career she has worked hard for and good friends. Then one unexpected phone call changes it all; everything Delphie thought defined her is suddenly in question, and her life seems to be out of her control. Can she keep on living her own dream of not settling for anything less than perfect, or is her family right that settling down is the way to go? Another two weddings give her plenty of food for thought – is having it all too much to ask for? Oh, I liked Delphie! Her family, from their perspective, only want the best for her; from where she’s sitting they completely misunderstand her. Delphie is a modern capable woman who loves her life but really doesn’t appreciate her family’s constant enquiries about her love life and every single woman of a certain age knows exactly how that feels! Sheila O’Flanagan has produced another charming read with a range of completely believable characters and several interwoven story lines which all add up to a terrific read. I have giggled, cringed and nodded my head so hard I’m surprised it’s not in danger of falling off! This is a wonderfully written tale, showing the author’s deep understanding of people, with a completely satisfying ending – just as I like! I love everything about this novel and definitely recommend it; I’m very happy to give it 5*.

A really enjoyable story centred around the main character, Delphie, and her family and friends. Delphie loves her job as executive assistant working for one of Ireland's wealthiest men. She arranges his travel, deals with business deals, and is basically his right-hand woman, very switched on and a lot cleverer than the current position she is in. But she loves her job and gets on great with her boss. But her family keep thinking she should have more in her life than just her job, even though she's perfectly happy, and it does get a bit wearing the way they go on all the time about how she needs to 'settle down' and get married/have babies etc. Then during a flight home from visiting her boss in his house in Majorca she bumps into an old flame, Ed, and they start seeing one another again. Her family all loved him previously and they slowly get very close again. But is Delphie just going along with things because she thinks she should or because she really wants to? But then a tragedy happens and Delphie's secure life is thrown into chaos. But sometimes it takes something monumental happening to make you reassess your life, which is what happens to Delphie. I really enjoyed this book, very easy-reading with lots going on to keep your interest, definitely a page turner. I also thought the ending was just right and didn't just take the easy route of what you may expect. I loved it!