The oldest Olson sibling helps with her younger brother's wedding
Guest helps prepare
Characters
Marni Olivia Olson, middle child, bullied by Joanna in high school, works in PR now, used to look like a total nerd in high school, despises Joanna for what she did to her in high school, younger sister to Will Olson, older sister to Ben Olson, younger sister to Guest, blonde, blue eyes, a little quirky, smart, blonde, daughter to Gail and Mark Olson, clumsy, makes up with Joanna
Joanna Clark, soon to be Joanna Olson, engaged to Will Olson, her parents died in a drive-by shooting in her early twenties, nurse, niece to Ramona Clark, bullied Marni in high school and pretends that she hasn't met Marni when being reintroduced as Will's fiancée, brunette, brown eyes, went by JJ in high school, has the Olson family wrapped around her finger except for Marni, prom queen and varsity cheer captain, makes up with Marni
Will Olson, lawyer, engaged to Joanna Clark, older brother to Marni and Ben Olson, isn't aware that Joanna and Marni knew each other in high school, protective older brother, works hard, likes to go on runs, son to Gail and Mark Olson, brunette, brown eyes, younger brother to Guest
Ben Olson, youngest son to Gail and Mark Olson, younger brother to Marni and Will Olson, troublemaker, will help his sister but only if he gets money in the end, brunette, brown eyes, loves his tree house, younger brother to Guest
Mark Olson, married to Gail Olson, father to Will, Marni, Ben, and Guest Olson, very family oriented, follows the belief that you shouldn't see what you're eating and rather eat until you're full without seeing when a plate is empty, kind, cares a lot about his family, grey hair, brown eyes
Ramona Clark, aunt to Joanna Clark, owns very luxurious hotels in certain areas of the world, speaks both English and French, divorced twice, used to be best friends with Gail in middle school and was one-upped in high school, she pushed Gail into a pool at their senior prom, tall, rich, brunette, brown eyes, was jealous of Gail in high school, nickname is Mona, makes up with Gail
Gail Byer Olson, mother to Ben, Will, Marni, and Guest, married to Mark, prom and homecoming queen and varsity cheer captain her senior year of high school, used to be best friends with Ramona, would unconsciously always one-up Ramona in high school, hated Ramona after she pushed Gail into the pool during prom, grey hair, blue eyes, gives great advice but won't follow it herself, makes up with Ramona
Blonde, very expensive wedding planner, very enthusiatic about her work
Grandma Bunny Olson, grandmother to Ben, Marni, Will, and Guest, soon to be grandma of Joanna, very funny, puts herself out there
Intro
The Olson house was absolute chaos. Wedding decorations covered nearly every available surface, voices drifted from room to room, and family members seemed to appear out of nowhere every time someone turned around. The closer the wedding got, the less organized everything became.
Near the living room, Marni Olson was halfway through arguing with her mother about centerpieces when the front door opened.
Immediately, the house erupted.
"Joanna's here!"
Several people moved toward the entryway at once, eager to greet the future bride. Standing in the doorway was Joanna Clark, smiling brightly as she stepped inside carrying an overnight bag. She accepted hugs and greetings with effortless ease, somehow managing to make everyone feel like they were her favorite person in the room.
As she handed off her bag, her gaze wandered through the crowded house and landed on someone she didn't recognize standing near the staircase.
The oldest Olson sibling.
Joanna paused for only a moment before her smile widened.
"There you are," she said warmly, as though she had been looking for them all afternoon.
Without the slightest hesitation, she crossed the room.
"I've heard so much about you," Joanna continued, stopping in front of them. "Seriously, I was beginning to think you were avoiding me."
Her tone was teasing, familiar even, despite the fact that they had never actually met.
Behind her, Marni immediately narrowed her eyes.
That was the thing about Joanna. She had this strange ability to act as though everyone was already her friend. Most people found it charming.
Marni found it suspicious.
Meanwhile, Joanna seemed completely oblivious to the scrutiny as she offered a hand and a smile.
"I'm Joanna," she said. "And before anyone warns you, yes, this family is exactly as chaotic as they seem."
A laugh escaped her as she glanced around the crowded house.
"But I think I'm starting to fit right in."
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Release Date 2026.06.08 / Last Updated 2026.06.08
