On her wedding day, Coco, heiress to Spain’s jet set, abandons everything that is expected of her and escapes to Costa Rica in search of freedom, identity, and a love she can truly call her own. But reinventing herself will not be so simple: as she tries to start over, she must evade a handsome surfer with secrets of his own, a fiancé determined to win her back, and a mother willing to do whatever it takes to find her and return her to the path she has laid out for her.
After hours of hair and makeup, Coco is ready. Dressed in her wedding gown, she is about to accept the destiny her mother has meticulously planned for her.
Minerva Capdeville, the country’s most powerful fashion editor, has organized every detail to perfection. Waiting for Coco at the altar is Jaime, one of Spain’s most sought-after bachelors and a rising star in the world of finance. Afterward, there will be a honeymoon in the Indian Ocean and, upon their return, Coco will leave her job as a physiotherapist to join the family magazine and, in time, take over the business.
Yet something does not feel right. It is only when she locks eyes with Lola, her irreverent best friend and a member of royalty, that she realizes she is not ready.
As they travel in the limousine carrying Coco, her father, and Lola to the church, the latter delivers her verdict: “You’re not getting married today.” With her father’s blessing, the two of them abandon the car and take a taxi to the airport.
After a long journey and several sleeping pills, Coco wakes up in a weathered hotel overlooking the sea. They are in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica. To prevent Minerva from finding them, they stop using their credit cards and mobile phones. Overnight, they must forget that they are part of Spain’s jet set and learn to live as two ordinary young women who buy their clothes at the supermarket.
Coco soon begins to question her decision. She feels guilty for abandoning both her fiancé and her sister without a word of explanation. But then Oliver appears, a surfer and owner of a small local hotel, who accidentally hits her with his surfboard and will do everything he can to earn her forgiveness… and her heart.
However, nothing will be that simple. Oliver harbors a secret with a name of its own: Evelyn, the former yoga instructor at his hotel, who died under circumstances that were apparently natural.
As she attempts to uncover the truth about Oliver’s past, Coco will also embark on an inner journey to discover who she really is and what she truly wants from life, before Minerva manages to find her. But it will not be her mother who discovers her whereabouts. It will be Jaime. After searching across Costa Rica for her, her fiancé will appear at the most inconvenient moment, determined to confront the answers Coco has been avoiding for far too long.
RELEVANT INFORMATION: You’re Not Getting Married Today is a delightful romantic comedy set between Spain and Costa Rica. Thanks to the universal appeal of its themes and characters, it can easily be adapted to other territories and is particularly attractive as a co-production between Spain and Latin America.
With endearing characters and a strong sense of humor, María José Vela crafts a story about second chances, the search for one’s true identity, and the courage to take control of one’s own life in order to find true love.
As a nod to readers familiar with the author’s work, Loreto, the protagonist of Love in Veins, makes a brief appearance as Minerva’s trusted makeup artist.
María José Vela was born in Mexico and lives in Madrid. She holds a degree in Business Administration and, after building a career in the world of finance, decided to radically change her life and dedicate herself to writing. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Creative Writing from the International University of Valencia.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING
“You’re Not Getting Married Today is a story full of life, with a plot that captivates and resonates with readers, making them want to experience firsthand the Pura Vida spirit of Costa Rica and its people. The author’s writing is addictive, delivering a romantic and entertaining story that encourages us to put the world on pause, find ourselves, and truly connect with others. A beautiful message that I will keep with me. Highly recommended!” Blog Érase un libro.
AUDIOVISUAL POTENTIAL: TV Series, Limited Series, Feature Film, TV Movie.
AVAILABLE LANGUAGE: Spanish.
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