
A Proposal to Die For
Molly Harper
(Author)21,000+ Reviews
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Description
A fast-paced, witty, and delightful new mystery about a marriage proposal planner whose biggest job yet is threatened by a dead body (or two).
Jessamine Bricker loves a plan. Contingency plans and pros-and-cons lists are her love language, and because of that, her proposal planning business is thriving. But with rent costs rising at her office building, Jess jumps at the chance to plan a proposal between her snobby high school classmate, Diana, and her very wealthy boyfriend, Trenton Tillard…the Fourth.
Roped into joining Diana’s ”pre-bridal” retreat at the exclusive Golden Ash resort, Jess hopes to fade into the background, get some work done, and maybe find some time to unwind. Their first day is anything but relaxing: Diana is furious about the mountain spa’s lack of cell phone reception, the couple next door argues constantly, and Jess swears she just saw a drug deal go down. To top it all off, she’s warned to stay out of the woods by the gruff and sexy chef, Dean Osbourne. Is this a retreat or a horror movie?
As Jess tries to do her job while placating the bride-to-be and her increasingly over-the-top demands, she spends more and more time with the resort owners, finding herself much more in tune with the laid-back Osbourne family than her social climbing “boss.” Between a meditation garden-related drowning and Jess’s discovery of a body in a sauna, it's clear that deadly secrets abound at the Golden Ash. Now it’s up to Jess to unravel the mysteries here in the mountains—before all her plans are cancelled…permanently.
Jessamine Bricker loves a plan. Contingency plans and pros-and-cons lists are her love language, and because of that, her proposal planning business is thriving. But with rent costs rising at her office building, Jess jumps at the chance to plan a proposal between her snobby high school classmate, Diana, and her very wealthy boyfriend, Trenton Tillard…the Fourth.
Roped into joining Diana’s ”pre-bridal” retreat at the exclusive Golden Ash resort, Jess hopes to fade into the background, get some work done, and maybe find some time to unwind. Their first day is anything but relaxing: Diana is furious about the mountain spa’s lack of cell phone reception, the couple next door argues constantly, and Jess swears she just saw a drug deal go down. To top it all off, she’s warned to stay out of the woods by the gruff and sexy chef, Dean Osbourne. Is this a retreat or a horror movie?
As Jess tries to do her job while placating the bride-to-be and her increasingly over-the-top demands, she spends more and more time with the resort owners, finding herself much more in tune with the laid-back Osbourne family than her social climbing “boss.” Between a meditation garden-related drowning and Jess’s discovery of a body in a sauna, it's clear that deadly secrets abound at the Golden Ash. Now it’s up to Jess to unravel the mysteries here in the mountains—before all her plans are cancelled…permanently.
Product Details
Publisher | Berkley |
Publish Date | April 08, 2025 |
Pages | 352 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9780593817322 |
Dimensions | 8.0 X 5.2 X 0.8 inches | 0.5 pounds |
About the Author
Molly Harper is the author of more than forty paranormal romance, contemporary romance, women’s fiction, and young adult titles. A lifelong romance reader, she graduated with a Masters of Fine Arts from Seton Hill University, focusing on writing popular fiction. She lived in Kentucky for most of her life before recently moving to Michigan with her family…and she’s still figuring out how to choose outerwear and play complicated winter card games.
Reviews
"Molly Harper serves up a smart, hilarious mystery in A Proposal to Die For, complete with a remote and luxurious setting and a sexy romance. Pitch-perfect banter and compelling twists will keep readers turning the pages as Harper (gently) pokes fun at the wedding industry without sacrificing charm or heart."—Tirzah Price, USA TODAY Bestselling Author of In Want of a Suspect
"A Proposal to Die For is a fun, enticing union of murder, mayhem, and mindfulness. A spa retreat is anything but relaxing when a proposal planner starts to trip over dead bodies...and it turns downright anxiety-producing when she is the one marked for murder. Go ahead, say YES to A Proposal to Die For!"—Juliet Blackwell, New York Times Bestselling Author of Asylum Hotel
“Everything I love in a Molly Harper story—quick wit, strong characters, laugh-out-loud moments—with a little murder mixed in. This was a delight from start to finish. I want a dozen more books just like this!”—Kristen Simmons, Bram Stoker Award nominee and author of Find Him Where You Left Him Dead
"A light-hearted murder mystery with plenty of twists to keep you guessing, a heroine to root for, a hunk to drool over, and everything--and I do mean everything--you could ever want to know about the cut-throat world of wedding-proposal event planners. And while this may be a rom-com, but Harper uses her trademark snark to get in a few sly winks at influencer culture, the clueless rich, and the inviolate code that is southern etiquette. Charming, delicious--and deadly."—Alma Katsu, author of Red London
"Hooray for this charming and funny mystery from Molly Harper! Buckle up for a love-to-hate-her bridezilla, a winning heroine-slash-amateur sleuth, and an entertaining and satisfying story. A Proposal to Die For is endless fun."—Kathleen West, author of Making Friends Can Be Murder
"A Proposal to Die For is a fast-paced, clever mystery that’s perfect for a weekend escape. With a lovable cast and twists that keep you guessing, it’s an entertaining whodunit that delivers just the right amount of intrigue and fun."—Melissa Holtz, author of A Charming Touch of Tarot
"I'm a long time fan of Molly Harper's work and A Proposal to Die For doesn't disappoint! Harper's trademark humor and snarky-but-kind characters are there on every page, alongside a satisfying murder mystery plot. Cozy mystery fans will be snickering while reading this page-turner. An absolutely deadly delight!"—Lish McBride, author of Red in Tooth and Claw
"The characters are quirky and endearing...a witty and engaging story."—Fresh Fiction
"A charming mystery that ideally blends elements of humor, murder, engagement chaos, and sleuthing.”—San Francisco Book Review
"A Proposal to Die For is a fun, enticing union of murder, mayhem, and mindfulness. A spa retreat is anything but relaxing when a proposal planner starts to trip over dead bodies...and it turns downright anxiety-producing when she is the one marked for murder. Go ahead, say YES to A Proposal to Die For!"—Juliet Blackwell, New York Times Bestselling Author of Asylum Hotel
“Everything I love in a Molly Harper story—quick wit, strong characters, laugh-out-loud moments—with a little murder mixed in. This was a delight from start to finish. I want a dozen more books just like this!”—Kristen Simmons, Bram Stoker Award nominee and author of Find Him Where You Left Him Dead
"A light-hearted murder mystery with plenty of twists to keep you guessing, a heroine to root for, a hunk to drool over, and everything--and I do mean everything--you could ever want to know about the cut-throat world of wedding-proposal event planners. And while this may be a rom-com, but Harper uses her trademark snark to get in a few sly winks at influencer culture, the clueless rich, and the inviolate code that is southern etiquette. Charming, delicious--and deadly."—Alma Katsu, author of Red London
"Hooray for this charming and funny mystery from Molly Harper! Buckle up for a love-to-hate-her bridezilla, a winning heroine-slash-amateur sleuth, and an entertaining and satisfying story. A Proposal to Die For is endless fun."—Kathleen West, author of Making Friends Can Be Murder
"A Proposal to Die For is a fast-paced, clever mystery that’s perfect for a weekend escape. With a lovable cast and twists that keep you guessing, it’s an entertaining whodunit that delivers just the right amount of intrigue and fun."—Melissa Holtz, author of A Charming Touch of Tarot
"I'm a long time fan of Molly Harper's work and A Proposal to Die For doesn't disappoint! Harper's trademark humor and snarky-but-kind characters are there on every page, alongside a satisfying murder mystery plot. Cozy mystery fans will be snickering while reading this page-turner. An absolutely deadly delight!"—Lish McBride, author of Red in Tooth and Claw
"The characters are quirky and endearing...a witty and engaging story."—Fresh Fiction
"A charming mystery that ideally blends elements of humor, murder, engagement chaos, and sleuthing.”—San Francisco Book Review
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