Wasp’s Nest

By Kat Stoddard
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Title: Wasp's Nest
Author: Kat Stoddard
ISBN: 9781250387967
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 A modern retelling of The Philadelphia StoryWasp’s Nest is a witty, gripping love triangle unfolding over the course of seven chaotic days at a Cape Cod wedding.


Tess wants nothing more than for her upcoming society wedding to overshadow the failure of her first marriage. Her fiance Warren, a steady soon-to-be state senator, is nothing like her first husband. Tess’ relationship with working class artist Peter was a passionate crash-and-burn, and a chapter of her life that she’s ready to forget.

Peter hasn’t seen Tess in five years, so he’s shocked to receive an invitation to her wedding. But he’s moved on too, and it wouldn’t hurt to prove it by showing up with a handsome younger man as his plus one. Mitch, an aspiring writer, is intrigued by Peter and jumps at the chance to pry into the lives of his Waspy ex-in-laws. What Mitch hasn’t bargained on is developing serious feelings for both Peter and Peter’s ex—Tess, the bride. But Peter and Tess have complex desires of their own, and Mitch is dangerously close to uncovering them.

Wasp’s Nest is a fast-paced, humorous, and heartfelt exploration of the shape of our affections. Real love triangles connect on all sides.

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Kat Stoddard lives with her daughter in Baltimore. Wasp’s Nest is her debut novel.

Praise for Kat Stoddard

“Could not put it down, and a great pick for anyone looking for a book to bring to the beach this summer.”

Jordy's Book Club


“A compulsive, witty debut.”

Baltimore Fishbowl

“The drama among the three main characters in this novel, inspired by The Philadelphia Story, is delightfully messy.”

“A love triangle and a wedding? This book screams summer vibes.”

US Weekly

“A thoughtful story about longing, reinvention, and the strange shapes love can take. It’s witty, intimate, and surprisingly compassionate.”

San Francisco Book Review

“You’ll want to RSVP yes….to this modern take on The Philadelphia Story…Regret this one at your own peril.”

Town & Country