One night. One wedding chapel. One very inconveniently perfect husband…
Waking up married wasn’t exactly part of Chloe D’Angelo’s plan—but neither was finally crossing the line with the one man she’s always wanted and never thought she could have...
What was supposed to be a little fun after a family celebration turns into a life-changing moment neither Chloe D’Angelo nor Dante Mancuso saw coming. She’s always been off-limits—his best friend’s little sister—but one impulsive decision under the glow of Vegas lights leaves them married... and very much in over their heads.
Set against the backdrop of a family wedding in Las Vegas, Be Your Everything kicks off with a whirlwind mistake that might just be the best thing that ever happened to Chloe and Dante. A surprise marriage, complicated family ties, and years of unspoken feelings all collide in this emotional, slow-burn romance. What begins as an impulsive decision turns into something much deeper—and a journey to prove that love doesn't need permission to thrive.
Book Info
Be Your Everything by Catherine Bybee
Series: The D’Angelos #2
Publish Date: November 15, 2022
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5/5)
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Book Description
A romance about childhood friends who marry in Vegas and embark on a wild ride to find their happily ever after.
With two protective older brothers and a traditional Catholic Italian mother, it’s surprising that Chloe D’Angelo can manage a date without someone in the family naysaying her romantic choice. And Dante Mancuso…oh, no. Her brother’s best friend is not a dating-app right swipe.
But when they are left unsupervised on a late night in Vegas, all of that changes. Add in a Vegas wedding chapel and a couple of “I dos” and Chloe wakes up with a ring on her finger and a hangover. Dating Dante was always a secret desire, but marriage? The rift that this news would cause in her family has the both of them keeping their nuptials to themselves as they scramble to undo their Vegas mistake.
Dante knew the rules: Chloe was off limits. Only he can’t stop once his mind starts to believe she might be his forever. Just as their attraction deepens, Chloe flees to Bali, desperate to clear her head.
All Dante has to do is keep her brothers from killing him and convince her that they are meant for each other. But first, Dante has to find her.
My Review
This story had all the makings of a perfect friends-to-lovers romance, but what really pulled me in were the layered characters and the emotional payoff.
Chloe D’Angelo has always been the baby of the family—fiercely protected, fiercely loved, and often underestimated. Seeing her step out of that role and take control of her heart was such a satisfying shift. Her chemistry with Dante has simmered for years, and it’s no surprise that once the lines blurred, neither of them could walk away easily.
I absolutely adored Chloe in this book. She’s a blend of vulnerability and quiet strength, and her struggle to balance family expectations with her own heart’s desires felt so real. The Vegas wedding twist? It caught me off guard in the best way—equal parts hilarious and heartfelt. Watching Chloe and Dante try to backpedal their way out of a marriage they may secretly want to keep? Delightful.
Dante’s journey was just as compelling. He knew the rules—never touch the best friend’s sister—but there’s something deeply satisfying about seeing a man break the rules when love is at stake. And when Chloe takes off to Bali to sort through her emotions, you feel every bit of his ache and determination to win her back.
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Series Progress Tracker: The D’Angelos
Book 1: When It Falls Apart ✅
Book 2: Be Your Everything ✅
Book 3: Beginning of Forever (review coming soon)
Book 4: The Whole Time (review coming soon)
Book 5: Maybe One Day (review coming soon)
Final Thoughts
Catherine Bybee has a knack for writing relationships that feel lived-in, messy, and worth every page. The tension between family loyalty and personal happiness was woven beautifully here, and that proposal at the end? It skipped my heart. A perfect continuation of the D’Angelos saga with just the right mix of humor, heat, and heart.
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