Barbara Delinsky's Father of the Bride is a mature romance novel. Originally published in 2004, this is a love story about two people who lost each other years ago due to the circumstances of life. Now, 25 years later, they are meeting again and their love for each other still exists as strongly as it did years ago.
Cynthia and Russ had a whirlwind romance when they were in their late teens. When she finds herself pregnant, all dreams get put on hold as the two marry and try to raise their daughter together. Cynthia is from a wealthy family and Russ is not. Cynthia's family disowns her when she marries Russ and the two of them have to try to make it with no help. Financial troubles, though, pull them apart. Russ realizes that if he leaves, Cynthia's family will take her back and his beloved wife and daughter will be better off. So he abandons them, with the best of intentions. Twenty-five years later, their daughter is getting married and wants him to walk her down the aisle. Cynthia and Russ haven't had any contact since he left her. Both have matured and changed, but will they get through the wedding civilly? Can they each put aside their hurt feelings over the past and find a way to move forward together?
I listened to this audiobook and was kept entertained. It was a bit predictable and trite, but still enjoyable. It is short and sweet, and if the reader can get over the idea of Russ leaving his wife and daughter (regardless of intentions, that move is kind of hard to forgive) then I think the reader can root for this couple to find each other again. If you are looking for something quick and sweet to read, this one might leave you satisfied.
Happy Reading!
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