Author: Sarah Monzon
Series: Checking Out Love #1
Genre: Rom-Com
Publisher: Bethany House
Pages: 320
Source: Publisher (NetGalley)
If the covers of every romance book ever published hadn't convinced 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? Matchmaker, 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 does the same thing and 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.
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 does the same thing and 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.
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My Thoughts:
Oh My Gosh, Oh My Gosh! This book is a perfect book for all of us, bookworms, and anyone who has felt different because of their own feelings or if you've been stereotyped for one thing or another. As someone who struggles with her own health issues watching Evangeline struggle with Alopecia tore at my heart. Tai, the bad boy tattoo artist, seemed to get a bad rap. Everyone seems to have their own opinion about tattoo's and if you grew up in the church it usually wasn't a good one. My dad got one when he was a young sailor and my mom could never figure out why he always had her on his right arm when they were dating...to cover up his cobra tattoo.
This was an adorable rom-com that had me laughing and hurt my heart. Sarah Monzon did a great job of blending the message of looking at someone like God does, with all the fun antics that go along with a rom-com.
This book releases on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, it's also the first book in Ms. Monzon's new series so you won't be behind!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book via the publisher. I didn't have to write a review and all thoughts and opinions are my own.
About Sarah Monzon
A Carol award finalist and Selah award winner, 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.
Like most writers, I hear voices, a.k.a my characters, and can't get those voices out of my head until I write down their story (which they tell to me...I have no control whatsoever). Think I'm a bit crazy? That's okay. My husband thinks so too and he still loves me.
My family is my life and I am 100% devoted to them.
I'm socially awkward and canNOT small talk for the life of me. Which, one would think, authors should be good at since we sit and make up dialogue all day. Sigh. I wish that were the case. Thankfully my husband and kids can both talk up a storm so I normally just hide behind them and smile. (This was said in fair warning in case we meet in person)
And because I've admitted I can't carry on a conversation, if there is anything else you want to know about me, just send me a message! Can't wait to hear from you. =)
My family is my life and I am 100% devoted to them.
I'm socially awkward and canNOT small talk for the life of me. Which, one would think, authors should be good at since we sit and make up dialogue all day. Sigh. I wish that were the case. Thankfully my husband and kids can both talk up a storm so I normally just hide behind them and smile. (This was said in fair warning in case we meet in person)
And because I've admitted I can't carry on a conversation, if there is anything else you want to know about me, just send me a message! Can't wait to hear from you. =)
You can connect with Sarah on these social media platforms. Website || Facebook || Instagram || Twitter
1 comment:
Fabulous review, Andi! I can't wait until I get to read it! I am in the 7th position at the library, so hopefully it won't be long!
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