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That Time I Kissed the Groomsman Grump
Romance
That Time I Kissed the Groomsman Grump
Book 2 of the Abieville Love Stories series
316 pages · First published 2023
Brady Graham knows kissing Natalie Slater was a bad idea because his sister is marrying Natalie’s brother, who also happens to be Brady’s best friend. Six months later he still cannot stop thinking about her, even though promises tying him to their small town seem incompatible with Natalie’s determination to leave. Natalie is equally wary of turning future family gatherings into a disaster if a romance between them fails. This closed-door small-town romantic comedy mixes wedding-party proximity, old friendship, competing career dreams, and multiple inconvenient kisses as two would-be relatives try to decide whether avoiding awkwardness is worth avoiding each other.
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Mild romantic content, including kissing
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Kent Countryside Tea
A mellow tea pour suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
What you'll need
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- Steep the tea, stir in honey, and add the apple slices for a gentle fruit note.
- Garnish: Apple slice.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Sloe Gin Fizz
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A crisp botanical pour suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
What you'll need
- 2 oz sloe gin
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 0.25 oz simple syrup, adjusted to taste ↗
- 2–3 oz club soda ↗
- Ice
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How to mix it
- Shake sloe gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a highball glass over fresh ice, top with club soda, and stir gently.
- Garnish: Lemon wheel.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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