If We Were a Movie by Kelly Oram Power of the Matchmaker #3 Cute and clever. Characters seemed more like 16-year-olds and the plot was more typically what you’d see in high school, rather than college. A few characters felt over the top. I wouldn’t give this to my teen to read unless I planned to have a discussion with them about it afterward. But if you like lighter contemporary romance, with funny characters and crazy situations, this one will fit the bill. The Power […]

Broken Things to Mend by Karey White Power of the Matchmaker #1. Build as a romance, this story has more to it. There’s a depth to the characters as they deal with real-life tragedy. A good mix of heartache and healing, creating a strong hope for the future. Harsh situations, but clean. Not explicit. 4 stars.

Storm by Kate Palmer Book 2 in the Western Hearts series, but not a direct sequel. Each of the books in the series are stand-alone reads. A clean romantic suspense. A sweet story, with a plot that kept me reading. Satisfying ending. 4 stars.

Not Always Happenstance by Rachel Anderson Power of the Matchmaker #2. A clean, contemporary romance with just a hint of magic. Well-written, enjoyable characters with both strengths and weaknesses. Rich descriptions of Hawaii and culture that weave through the story almost as a counterpoint to the plot. If you like light contemporary romance, this is a story for you. The Power of the Matchmaker is a series of twelve romances, all written by different authors. While each book is a stand-alone read, they all contain […]