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Miss Adeline's Match by Joanna Barker

Book Description:

Miss Adeline Hayes is the perfect lady's companion: pleasant, conversational, and unceasingly proper. But when her closest friend, Charity Edgeworth, breaks off her arranged marriage without explanation, even Adeline's superior skills are put to the test. Charity's father banishes the two young women to the country, sending Adeline with a charge to find Charity a husband or suffer dire consequences.

As Adeline takes on the role of reluctant matchmaker, she discovers more than one obstacle in her path. Not only does Charity prefer escaping in books to socializing, but Adeline soon finds her own attentions distracted by the standoffish--and irritatingly handsome--Mr. Evan Whitfield. Amidst an eventful foxhunt and the unexpected arrival of Charity's former betrothed, Adeline simply doesn't have time for a battle of wits with Evan. But the two are continually drawn together until Adeline begins to question her tightly guarded convictions about love and marriage.

However, when secrets are revealed and truths made known, Adeline must face her most fearsome obstacle yet: herself.

Rorie's Review:

This is the author's second novel, and she hit a home run with this one. (Sorry, we're sleeping, breathing and eating baseball over here right now. It's on the brain.) I was drawn into the story right away and had a hard time putting it down. Adeline is a likeable "mother-hen" character, and she has devoted her life to helping Charity manage hers...even when she shouldn't be. She is so determined to keep Charity safe and secure that she doesn't take into account what would really make Charity happy. 

Evan has a very gruff exterior, especially at first, but he still comes across as a likeable character, especially once we see the little things that he is always doing for other people.  

Have you ever yelled at a character in a story? Well, I did in this one. Adeline makes a pretty big judgment call and I could very clearly see just how wrong it could go. I really appreciated how the author does not let her off the hook easy at all, and let's be honest, I'm having a really hard time writing about this without giving out any spoilers, so you'll just have to read the book. 

The romance was sweet and the story line flowed well. I felt like the author did a great job letting us get to know all of the characters. This book is definitely a keeper.

Andrea's Review:

Miss Adeline's Match is a very enjoyable read. I didn't like the cover at all and would probably pass by it on a shelf, but if you find yourself feeling the same way, ignore the cover and dive in. It is a quick, clean read and I was so intrigued by what had happened for Charity to call off her engagement. And also how Adeline would handle things with her closest friend amidst the pressure given by her employer.

Adeline seemed to be a very good friend, until she wasn't. One decision she made (although she had good intentions) was so cringe worthy. The author really did a great job of keeping me interested in how that decision would turn out.

I liked the relationship between Adeline and Evan. It started out very rocky and grew at a fairly realistic pace. I enjoyed reading about their growth (both individually and as a couple) throughout the story.

I can see myself reading this book again.

Tarah's Review:

Every time I opened this book I got excited about what was going to come (expect when I started. I admit the cover slowed me down. It isn't my favorite in the world and I hesitated to pick up the book). I loved reading about a strong female character that knew, and enjoyed, her way around society. I also enjoyed Charities character that didn't, and would prefer to read. A lot of regency stories are about women who don't quite fit into their time, and while I do enjoy those (quite a bit actually), I found it refreshing that Adeline fit her "mold"...or at least knew how to navigate it.

The book was fairly predictable to me once Adeline made her bad decision regarding Charity. I'm okay with that though. I like knowing where a book it going. Also, Evan really reminded me of Mr. Darcy with his cranky attitude toward people and his quiet acts of service. He does get more likeable than Mr. Darcy though, for which I was grateful. I never quite understood the draw there regarding Mr. Darcy, but to each her own.

I can definitely see myself reading this one again, and will happily put it on my bookshelf for others to read as well.

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Title: Miss Adeline's Match

Author: Joanna Barker
Publisher: Covenant Communications, Inc.
Published: April 2019
ISBN:1524408808
Source: We received copies from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

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