An Overdue Match by Sarah Monzon: Book Review

 **ARC received for consideration. All opinions are my own. 

The Book

Can a librarian's matchmaking mischief lead to a love that rewrites their stories?

If the covers of every romance book ever published didn't convince librarian Evangeline Kelly that she isn't heroine material, her fiancé calling off their wedding when she lost her hair to alopecia did. But what's a girl head over heels for love to do when her feelings are unrequited? Matchmake, that's what. Armed with library patrons' check-out histories, she's determined to make at least one love connection--even if it's not her own.

Tattoo artist Tai Davis is used to people judging him with a single glance, so it doesn't surprise him when the town's quirky new librarian believes his bad-boy reputation without giving him a chance. He can't help being intrigued by her, though, so when he discovers Evangeline's secret matchmaking scheme, he's not above striking a bargain with her. She just has to agree to one date with him for every time she uses his hometown knowledge to set up library patrons on a romantic rendezvous. The deal is made, but in the process, they both might learn you can't judge a book--or each other--by the cover.

This is a sweet he-falls-first, opposites attract, matchmaker romantic comedy with disability representation. Perfect for fans of books about books and kisses-only romances.

The Author

HOLT Medallion and Selah Award-winner, and Carol Award finalist, Sarah Monzon is a stay-at-home mom who makes up imaginary friends to have adult conversations with (otherwise known as writing novels). As a navy chaplain's wife, she resides wherever the military happens to station her family and enjoys exploring the beauty of the world around her. Learn more at SarahMonzonWrites.com.

Book Review

Oh my goodness, what a book! This one took me on an absolute roller coaster of emotions. Evangeline is a librarian who is convinced that she isn't heroine material after being dumped because of her alopecia. Enter Tai, the tattoo artist with a bad boy rep... who in reality is actually the absolute sweetest. The way he loved Evangeline exactly as she was and helped her to see herself as worthy? Just... wow. These two had such an amazing chemistry (oh, that first real-private- kiss... SO good) with great banter that kept me smiling throughout but blended so effortlessly with those tender moments that had me reaching for the tissues. These characters truly just had my heart completely and were impossible not to fall in love with. With as great as the romance was, I also loved this message of... well, not judging a book by its cover... if we're keeping with the book references sprinkled throughout the story. If you love Christian romance, this is an absolute must read. 


You can purchase your copy here: https://amzn.to/4hPcQwy