Bridesmaid by Chance Audiobook – Bridesmaid for Hire, Book 3

It was one of those rare Oregon afternoons where the rain paused just long enough for sunlight to slip through my window, so I pressed play on Bridesmaid by Chance while curled up with a fresh mug of chai. From the very first scene—a wildly unorthodox business proposal involving corsets and contracts—I found myself grinning, swept straight into Meghan Quinn’s world of Regency-themed mayhem, yearning glances, and laugh-out-loud banter.

As someone who adores both fake marriage stories and rom-coms that don’t take themselves too seriously, this audiobook felt like it was made for me. Hudson Hopper is exactly my kind of romantic hero: all hard edges and relentless discipline on the outside, secretly soft as butter once you get close. His buttoned-up persona set against Sloane’s unapologetic chaos made their dynamic not only believable but deliciously electric—especially since their “temporary” arrangement is clearly doomed (or blessed?) to turn real from page one.

What truly brought this romance to life was the layered narration. Vanessa Edwin gives Sloane an effervescence I immediately connected with—every quip sparkles, every vulnerable moment lands right in your chest. Jason Clarke’s Hudson is pure stoic cinnamon roll; he nails that slow shift from irritation to affection without ever losing sight of what makes Hudson unique. The way they volley lines back and forth? It’s actual comedic gold; there were scenes during which I had to pause just to laugh or swoon in peace.

But what really caught me off guard (in the best way) was how much heart sits beneath all the fun. Sure, you’ve got your classic wedding party shenanigans—awkward fittings, secret plotting behind closed doors—but as Sloane battles for her childhood home and Hudson tries desperately not to fall for his assistant-turned-fake-wife, there are genuine moments of vulnerability that sneak up on you amidst the laughter. I recognized pieces of myself in Sloane: fiercely independent yet willing to scheme (and dream) big if it means reclaiming something lost or chasing a wild hope.

My favorite trope—the slow burn—is executed perfectly here; Quinn dials up the longing until even accidental touches feel seismic. The regency setting for modern characters kept things fresh without veering into parody territory; it balanced outlandish plot twists with surprisingly sweet emotional payoffs.

If I had any gripe at all—and honestly it’s minor—it would be that some side characters felt slightly underused considering how vibrant their world seems. A bit more time with secondary cast might have rounded things out even further.

All told though? Bridesmaid by Chance gave me everything I want in an audio romance: sparkling dialogue performed by narrators at the top of their game; tension you can practically taste; heartfelt stakes underneath all the hijinks; and a reminder that love sometimes thrives best when we least expect—or plan—for it.

So if you’re looking for something joyful yet sincere—a book that’ll have you laughing through your Sunday chores then pressing rewind on its sweetest moments—this faux wedding spectacular belongs at the top of your listen list.