A Match in the Making + Giveaway

Miss Gwendolyn Brinley accepted a temporary paid companion position for the Newport summer season, believing it would be a lark to sped the summer in America’s most exclusive town. She suddenly finds her summer turning anything but amusing when her employer expects her to take over responsibilities as an assistant matchmaker. Tasked with the daunting prospect of attaining advantageous matches for her clients, Gwendolyn soon finds herself in the employ of Mr. Walter Townsend, the catch of the Season, but a gentleman Gwendolyn finds beyond irritating.

Walter Townsend is reluctantly in search of a wife for the safe of his unruly motherless children who cannot keep a governess for long. What he wasn’t expecting was Miss Brinley, an amateur matchmaker who turns his quest for a new wife into a complete and utter debacle. Constantly besieged by society ladies on a mission to win his affection, Walter must find a way to overcome their inundating attention — and his unexpected attraction toward Gwendolyn.

The more time they spend together throughout the Newport Season, the harder it is for Gwendolyn to find Walter a wife when she realizes his perfect match might me….her.

My Review:

Still grinning when I think back on these characters and all the madcap mayhem that follows them around. The hilarity knows no bounds. I mean…I’ve loved all of Jen Turano books but this one gives new meaning to ‘quirky banter’. In fact, in honour of this book, I’ve come up with a new word to describe this particular type of quirky banter. Ready? Here it is (Merriam-Webster eat your heart out!)

Turanter: tur-an-ter, verb, definition: when regular banter takes on next level absurdity all while making complete sense.

Seriously, Jen Turnano’s comedic talent is next level brilliant. And it is infused in every aspect of the story. From character thoughts to tongue-in-cheek descriptions to all the cunning dialogue (aka turanter) — this book is a sheer delight.

It’s an enemies to more love story that sparkles. Tender and light-hearted but with some profound moments as well. The pacing is perfection, from the way the plot develops to the unusual romance. And every single character is memorable. Just…just….an awesomeauce of turanterism!!!

While I did receive a copy of this book from the publisher, I listened to the audible version and I really think Sarah Zimmerman’s performance enhanced my enjoyment that much more!

Book provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications Inc.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

This giveaway is for a paperback copy.

If you would like a chance to win a copy of A Match in the Making, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoread AT yahoo DOT ca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it’s easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday April 8, 2023. Offer open to International Readers.

30 thoughts on “A Match in the Making + Giveaway”

  1. Love, love, LOVE Jen Turano’s books! Fabulous cover which her looks gives one a hint of her mischievous and fun behavior. “A Match in the Making” sounds wonderful all the way round. Think we could all use a good book full of humor from time to time to remind us to smile and not take things all too seriously all the time.

    Thank you for the wonderful chance to win a copy!
    2clowns at arkansas dot net

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  2. Jen is one of my favorite authors. Had so much fun reading this book. Great way to kick off a new series. Looking forward to reading book two. The cover is stunning. No need to put my name in the hat.
    Blessings nora

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    1. Her talent is amazing! Glad you are a fellow Turano fan, Nora. And yes, this is such a great start to her new series. I super excited about the next one, given the hints in this book. Thanks for sharing.

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  6. Your review brought a huge smile to my face! And the “vocabulary lesson” was a plus! Her books are always so humorous but with an underlying message, too. Such a talented writer. Thanks!

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  11. thanks for your review. oh but I love her books. they are so well written and I love the humor through out it all. I just love this cover. that face says so much. would love to read it. quilting dash lady at comcast dot net

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  15. Picked this one up at the library, my first by this author. I think more Jen Turano books are in my future!

    Thanks for your review and drawing.

    Sandyavery at comcast dot net

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