10 Best Books Like On the Way to the Wedding
If you loved On the Way to the Wedding by Julia Quinn, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like On the Way to the Wedding are:
- 1A Lady by Midnight by Tessa Dare4.3
- 2How to Marry a Marquis by Julia Quinn0#2
- 3A Gentleman's Offer by Emma Orchard4.0
- 4Lord of Scoundrels by Loretta Chase0
- 5The Bride by Julie Garwood4.6
- 6Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel4.4
- 7By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult4.4
- 8A Night to Surrender by Tessa Dare4.2#1
- 9A Bachelor's Lessons in Love by Sally Britton4.6
- 10A Shore Thing by Joanna Lowell4.4

When Gregory Bridgerton falls instantly in love with the beautiful Hermione Watson, her practical best friend Lucy Abernathy offers to help him win her over—only to find herself falling for Gregory instead. But Lucy is already engaged to another man, and her uncle refuses to release her from the betrothal, forcing Gregory to risk everything to stop the wrong wedding and claim his true love. A witty tale of mistaken hearts and second chances that will keep you guessing until the final "I do."
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Detailed Recommendations

How to Marry a Marquis
Agents of the Crown #2 (works standalone)by Julia Quinn
Why you'll love it:
Another Julia Quinn book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.

A Night to Surrender
Spindle Cove #1 (works standalone)by Tessa Dare
Why you'll love it:
This romance shares a witty and warm tone that will resonate with On the Way to the Wedding fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like On the Way to the Wedding
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A Lady by Midnight | Tessa Dare | 4.3 | 2013 | — | Closest match |
| How to Marry a Marquis | Julia Quinn | 0 | 2004 | — | Same author |
| A Gentleman's Offer | Emma Orchard | 4.0 | 2025 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| Lord of Scoundrels | Loretta Chase | 0 | 2009 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| The Bride | Julie Garwood | 4.6 | 2022 | 352 | Similar vibes |
| Like Water for Chocolate | Laura Esquivel | 4.4 | 1992 | 245 | Similar vibes |
| By Any Other Name | Jodi Picoult | 4.4 | 2024 | 544 | Similar vibes |
| A Night to Surrender | Tessa Dare | 4.2 | 2011 | 400 | Similar vibes |
| A Bachelor's Lessons in Love | Sally Britton | 4.6 | 2025 | 280 | Similar vibes |
| A Shore Thing | Joanna Lowell | 4.4 | 2024 | 368 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to On the Way to the Wedding?
The most similar books to On the Way to the Wedding are A Lady by Midnight, How to Marry a Marquis, A Gentleman's Offer.
What should I read after On the Way to the Wedding?
After finishing On the Way to the Wedding, readers most commonly pick up A Lady by Midnight next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Julia Quinn, such as To Sir Phillip, With Love.
Who writes books like Julia Quinn?
Authors similar to Julia Quinn include Tessa Dare, Lisa Kleypas.
What genre is On the Way to the Wedding?
On the Way to the Wedding is a Romance novel by Julia Quinn, published in 2006. It features elements of Regency.
How long is On the Way to the Wedding?
On the Way to the Wedding is 320 pages long.
About On the Way to the Wedding
A funny thing happened... Unlike most men of his acquaintance, Gregory Bridgerton believes in true love. And he is convinced that when he finds the woman of his dreams, he will know in an instant that she is the one. And that is exactly what happened. Except... She wasn't the one. In fact, the ravishing Miss Hermione Watson is in love with another. But her best friend, the ever-practical Lady Lucinda Abernathy, wants to save Hermione from a disastrous alliance, so she offers to help Gregory win her over. But in the process, Lucy falls in love. With Gregory! Except... Lucy is engaged. And her uncle is not inclined to let her back out of the betrothal, even once Gregory comes to his senses and realizes that it is Lucy, with her sharp wit and sunny smile, who makes his heart sing. And now, on the way to the wedding, Gregory must risk everything to ensure that when it comes time to kiss the bride, he is the only man standing at the altar...











