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"The most engrossing love story. A 2026 must-read."-Christina Lauren, New York Times bestselling authors of Love and Other Words

A JULIA QUINN TODAY SHOW RECCOMENDATION FOR 2026

A TOWN & COUNTRY BEST NEW ROMANCE NOVEL TO READ IN 2026

A woman tests the limits of her so-called amicable divorce when she flies to Paris for the destination wedding of her former sister-in-law, only to butt heads with the deliciously gruff best man, in a poignant and romantic novel from Kate Clayborn.

Physician Layla Bailey has spent over a year telling herself she's moved on from a painful but amicable divorce from her college sweetheart. Staying friends with her ex seemed like the mature thing to do, but when Layla is invited to her former sister-in-law's destination wedding in Paris-where Layla once spent her own romantic honeymoon-she knows her commitment to maturity might be her worst enemyespecially since her ex isn't attending alone.

The only thing that could make the week more difficult is getting through it without the distraction of the wedding.... But when what Layla thought was a harmless conversation about the choices of her younger self leads to the bride getting cold feet, Layla finds herself facing down the groom's mysterious, taciturn best man, Griffin, who will do anything to make sure this wedding happens.

Since she broke it, Griff demands she help him fix it. Going along with his plan to alleviate the engaged couple's doubts seems like Layla's best chance at maintaining a good relationship with a family she once called her own. But as she learns more about the past heartbreak that's driving Griff to help his friend, she gets closer and closer to confronting the true depth of her own painwhile finding herself more and more willing to risk it all again for Griff.

''Magnetic, witty, and expansive. The world is going to fall hard for this deliciously whimsical and captivating story'' ALI HAZELWOOD''Perfect for Emily Henry fans. [This] is the love story that proves you can go home again . . . so rich and wonderful'' JULIA QUINN on The TODAY Show ''Outright perfection!'' CHRISTINA LAUREN Longtime personal assistant Georgie Mulcahy has made a career out of putting others before herself. So when an unexpected upheaval sends her away from her hectic job in L.A. and back to her hometown, Georgie must confront an uncomfortable truth: her own wants and needs have always been a disconcertingly blank page. Then Georgie comes across a forgotten artifact-a ''friendfic'' diary she wrote as a teenager, filled with possibilities she once imagined. To an overwhelmed Georgie, the diary''s simple, small-scale ideas are a lifeline - a guidebook for getting started on a new path. But Georgie''s plans hit a snag when she comes face to face with an unexpected roommate - Levi Fanning, onetime town troublemaker and current town hermit. But this quiet, grouchy man is more than just his reputation, and he offers to help Georgie with her quest. As the two make their way through her wish list, Georgie begins to realize that what she truly wants might not be in the pages of her diary after all, but right by her side - if only they can both find a way to let go of the pasts that hold them back. Honest and deeply emotional, Georgie, All Along is a smart, tender must-read for everyone who''s ever wondered about the life that got away . . . ''Absolute perfection - this is the book you are looking for. Georgie All Along is a tour de force, beautifully written and full of charming characters, rich emotion, and delicious spice'' SARAH MACLEAN, New York Times bestselling author''A sweet novel that reminds you going back is sometimes the best path forward . . . and that planning is never as rewarding as doing'' JODI PICOULT ''A modern yet timeless love story'' Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ''Tender and sexy . . . will appeal to fans of Emily Henry'' Library Journal (starred review)

''Poignant, observant, tender, and deeply romantic. This book is everything'' CHRISTINA LAUREN

''Magnetic and witty'' ALI HAZELWOOD''A breathtakingly romantic book'' CHRISTINA LAURENDestination wedding in Paris? CheckEx-husband turning up with a new woman? CheckGruff but handsome best man? CheckThe start of something new . . . ? Time will tell A poignant and romantic novel from Kate Clayborn - perfect for fans of Emily Henry, Cara Bastone and Carley Fortune.Can the city of love repair what''s been broken? Layla has spent the last year telling herself she''s moved on from her divorce. Staying friends with her ex seemed like the mature thing to do - until her former sister-in-law invites her to her destination wedding in Paris - the city where Layla once spent her own romantic honeymoon. Seeing her ex at the wedding, and the family she once called her own, will be a real test of her so-called amicable divorce.When a late-night conversation with the bride leads to cold feet, Layla suddenly finds herself facing down the groom''s brooding best man, Griffin, who will do anything to make sure this wedding happens.Forced to work together to get the couple back in each other''s arms, Layla and Griff find themselves wandering the streets of Paris, dancing in the gardens of Versailles, and sharing romantic candlelit dinners . . . As the city of love works its magic, they begin to understand the heartaches holding them back. But will the hope of a second chance be enough to help them choose love one more time?Why readers love Kate Clayborn . . .''Atmospheric, sexy, and downright unforgettable'' TARAH DEWITT''The most tender of love stories . . . you won''t be able to put down'' CARLEY FORTUNE''Perfect for Emily Henry fans'' JULIA QUINN on The TODAY Show''Absolute perfection - this is the book you are looking for'' SARAH MACLEAN''Totally original and so romantic'' BETH O''LEARY''Kate Clayborn delivers another masterclass in romance'' ALICIA THOMPSON''A delight from beginning to end and beyond'' JULIA WHELAN''A glorious feat and a must read'' TESSA BAILEY

''Lyrical and engrossing . . . bursting with humour'' - Entertainment WeeklyThe thing is, the letters don''t always tell me truths about myself. Sometimes they tell me truths about other people. And Reid Sutherland is - was - one of those people. In the last year, Meg Mackworth''s beautiful hand-lettering skills have seen her rocket to social media fame, and now she has a booming business crafting stationery for the stars. But she has a secret: sometimes, she just can''t resist hiding messages in her work. Slightly unprofessional, maybe - but harmless. Right? Analyst Reid Sutherland and his gorgeous fiancée had their future mapped out. Until he noticed a pattern in his wedding invitation that made him think twice.When Meg looks up from her desk one day and sees Reid standing in front of her with no wedding ring, holding the invitation she created, she thinks that her career is over.But her life may be about to begin . . .Escape into a beautiful world of craft and romance that will grab hold of your heart and never let go.Praise for Kate Clayborn''Clayborn is a thoughtful, very talented writer'' - BookPage''Hilarious and moving and sexy'' - Buzzfeed''A warm and lively romance'' - New York Times''Clayborn''s characters are bright and nuanced, her dialogue quick and clever, and the world she builds warm and welcoming'' - Washington Post''A layered and memorable love story . . . smart, sexy and sublime'' - USA Today