An Overdue Match, by Sarah Monzon, is Book #1 in the Checking Out Love series. It’s the sweet he-falls-first story of Tai and Evangeline.
On the surface, Evangeline is the quintessential good girl, while Tai is the bad boy…or is he?
I loved reading this couple’s story as Evangeline tried so hard to escape the truth that was obvious to everyone who looked: Tai was the perfect man–for her.
But sometimes, we’re wounded and can’t see ourselves.
For Evangeline, that wounding occurred first when she lost her hair due to alopecia and was cemented when her fiance, who was supposed to love her, called off the wedding.
His rejection damaged her view of herself, but Tai was patient as he pursued and loved her until she believed she was worthy of love.
Readers of An Overdue Match will be reminded that they can lose sight of who they truly are if they live for the approval of others.
They’ll also find a reminder that God loves them and has pursued them with an everlasting love.
If you enjoy he-falls-first, enemies to more, or bookish heroines, check out An Overdue Match.
I received an advanced reader’s copy from the publisher through NetGalley; a positive review was not required.
About An Overdue Match (Checking Out Love Book #1)
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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.
“With a uniquely heartfelt message, lovable characters, and laugh-out-loud moments, Sarah Monzon’s novel is a delight!”–MELISSA FERGUSON, bestselling author of How to Plot a Payback
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.
About Sarah Monzon
Winner of the Holt Medallion and Selah Award, 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.
