Will you be my bridesmaid? Those five words form the most loaded question in modern female friendship. And the only answer is, of course, yes!

Esme is the perfect bride. Every linen napkin is pressed, every place setting Pinterest-approved, and everything must go off without a hitch before she turns thirty, or else. Her bridal party, unfortunately, have minds of their own. Esme's childhood best friends are her co-maids of honor, although after almost two decades of friendship, it's shocking to realize how different their lives have become. The third bridesmaid, duty-bound, is Esme's future sister-in-law, who is immature and far too sensitive. At least, according to Esme.

Best Day Ever is a big-hearted novel about friendship, love, and the absurdity of wedding culture. Narrated in alternating points of view, all four women's voices are singular and crackling with humor (in between cringes). Celia Silvani's sharp debut is about growing up and growing apart, being on the precipice of turning thirty, and coming to terms with what you really want in life (versus what you thought you wanted).

Best Day Ever is perfect for fans of Bridesmaids and Dolly Alderton, and anyone who's ever been to a wedding and thought: oh no...