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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a darkly funny yet tender tone that will resonate with The Wedding People fans.
10 Best Books Like The Wedding People
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The best books like The Wedding People are:
- 1Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman0
- 2A Man Called Ove: A Novel by Fredrik Backman4.6
- 3Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid4.2
- 4Abundance by Ezra Klein4.5
- 5The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride0
- 6Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult0
- 7Everything I Promised You by Katy Upperman4.4
- 8Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult0
- 9Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano4.1
- 10Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult3.9
Phoebe checks into a luxury resort planning to end her life, but when she becomes accidentally involved in a wedding weekend filled with drama and dysfunction, she finds unexpected reasons to keep liv
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by Fredrik Backman
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This literary fiction shares a bittersweet and warming tone that will resonate with The Wedding People fans.
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This literary fiction shares a fierce and triumphant tone that will resonate with The Wedding People fans.
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This literary fiction shares a analytical but hopeful tone that will resonate with The Wedding People fans.
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This literary fiction shares a bittersweet and contemplative tone that will resonate with The Wedding People fans.
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This literary fiction shares a devastating but hopeful tone that will resonate with The Wedding People fans.
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by Jodi Picoult
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This literary fiction shares a melancholic yet hopeful tone that will resonate with The Wedding People fans.
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by Ann Napolitano
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This literary fiction shares a devastating but hopeful tone that will resonate with The Wedding People fans.
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by Jodi Picoult
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a contemplative and raw tone that will resonate with The Wedding People fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Wedding People
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine | Gail Honeyman | 0 | 2017 | — | Closest match |
| A Man Called Ove: A Novel | Fredrik Backman | 4.6 | 2014 | 352 | Similar vibes |
| Carrie Soto Is Back | Taylor Jenkins Reid | 4.2 | 2022 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| Abundance | Ezra Klein | 4.5 | 2025 | 304 | Similar vibes |
| The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store | James McBride | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Small Great Things | Jodi Picoult | 0 | 2016 | — | Similar vibes |
| Everything I Promised You | Katy Upperman | 4.4 | 2025 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| Leaving Time | Jodi Picoult | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Hello Beautiful | Ann Napolitano | 4.1 | 2023 | 594 | Similar vibes |
| Wish You Were Here | Jodi Picoult | 3.9 | 2021 | 310 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Wedding People?
The most similar books to The Wedding People are Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, A Man Called Ove: A Novel, Carrie Soto Is Back.
What should I read after The Wedding People?
After finishing The Wedding People, readers most commonly pick up Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine next.
Who writes books like Alison Espach?
Authors similar to Alison Espach include Taylor Jenkins Reid, Fredrik Backman, Gail Honeyman.
What genre is The Wedding People?
The Wedding People is a Literary Fiction novel by Alison Espach. It features elements of Wedding Setting, Found Family, Second Chance Romance.
How long is The Wedding People?
The Wedding People varies in length depending on edition.
Does The Wedding People have romance/spice?
The Wedding People has a spice level of 2/5. This book has moderate romantic content.
About The Wedding People
Phoebe checks into a luxury resort planning to end her life, but when she becomes accidentally involved in a wedding weekend filled with drama and dysfunction, she finds unexpected reasons to keep living. As she navigates the complex family dynamics and romantic entanglements of the wedding party, Phoebe discovers that other people's messy lives can sometimes provide the perspective needed to fix your own. Espach balances dark themes with humor and hope in a story that explores depression, suicide, and recovery while celebrating the unexpected connections that can save us. Ideal for contemporary fiction readers who appreciate dark comedy, wedding settings, mental health themes, and stories about finding purpose and connection in the most unlikely circumstances when life feels hopeless.