After taking a mail-in DNA test, Abby learns she has a full sister, Savannah, whom she's never met. Confused over why her parents never told her about her sister and feeling like a consolation prize, Abby doesn't tell them she's found out about Savvy or that she will be spending the whole summer with Savannah at camp. Suddenly having a sister doesn't mean that you suddenly have a new best friend, and clearly there's some backstory behind the sisters' parents and why they never speak of one another.

YOU HAVE A MATCH would make for a great summer read. I love a good summer camp setting. Emma Lord doesn't take the easy way out with this story. Finding out you have a secret sibling makes for a rocky ride.

This is a super fun read. I really enjoyed this one!

Many thanks to the author, the publisher, and Netgalley for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

This was a truly wonderful young adult read. Everything about it was perfect. I read Emma Lord's debut last year and after loving this one so much, she is going on my auto-buy list.

Abby's friends pressure her into taking a DNA test and lo and behold, she finds out she has a full sister, Savvy, that she never knew about. Savvy and Abby meet up secretly and want to get to know each other more. Savvy is working at a secluded youth camp this summer and she wants Abby to sign up so they can get to know each other. Abby agrees, but finds this camp is not what she bargained for. However, her crush and best friend, Leo, is working there too, and Abby begins making friends.

The first half of the book was heavily on the camp and friends. The second half was mainly focused on Savvy and both sets of parents and the mystery behind what happened so many years ago. I loved both parts of the book so much, but especially enjoyed the second half. Finding out what happened was heartbreaking and emotional. The ending was wrapped up perfectly, giving so much closure. I LOVED it and I would absolutely recommend this.

As someone who genuinely enjoyed reading Emma Lord's debut novel, Tweet Cute, this sophomore novel was surprisingly average. While comparison is not always my preferred way to put forward my opinions as a reader, I can't help but wonder why something new by a writer who gave me one of my favourite reads of last year didn't impress me much. The plot of a young high school girl and passionate photographer randomly signing up for a DNA testing service and consequently discovering the existence of a biological sister who lives just a few blocks away, is interesting. Followed by a summer camp she attends for the first time, where her tech-savvy, influencer sister works as a counsellor and her childhood best friend (and crush) has been a part of for years, there's enough to tell a contemporary that entertains.

But the banter and romance doesn't create a charm that lasts; maybe because best friends to lovers isn't one of my most appreciated tropes so a certain personal taste is influencing this comment. Still, the focus on family secrets, the anticipation, shock, and newness of a recently discovered relationship, and the diverse side cast spurs a good response. What could've been explored with more nuance was the social media, particularly the inclusion of Instagram in the story line, and the friendships. Alas, the same writing that created Tweet Cute's endearing tale doesn't make a similar appeal in this overloaded narrative ridden with certain cliches that don't justify all —which is a lot— that's going on.

I love a good summer YA story. This one had a lot of wins for me-- Abby dealing with her friend group and maybe-more-than-friends relationship with Leo, and her own journey as a photographer were great aspects. It definitely didn't quite live up to my expectations after loving Tweet Cute so much, but I am probably more sensitive to an adoption story than the average person. I found the complicated family storyline connecting the two sisters a little hard to believe, but liked the idea of a YA twist on a DNA-surprise meshed with a Parent Trap retelling-- very creative.

I think Emma Lord is a good writer, and I think this was a pretty good book. I enjoyed reading it, but I definitely had a few moments of wanting to be through the story already. Some of the characters seemed weird to bring up because they didnt seem to really have a place in the story. However, I still liked it.

This book was totally adorable and it had substance. I actually learned some things about family, forgiveness, and keeping secrets. Abby has two besties, Leo and Connie. All of them have family issues but they're all very different but maybe not as different as they might think. Abby tries to help her friend find his heritage via DNA and in so doing she discovers that she has an older sister named Savannah or Savvy. One can only imagine all the thoughts that might pop up in a person's head when the disovery is made that parents have lied to you all your life.

When Abby and Savvy meet they discover they couldn't be much different because they are, in many ways, polar opposites. I loved the family drama between the sisters and how they worked through their issues. I thought the setting of being at a summer camp was perfect because it was not in either sister's "territory."

Abby also has a huge crush on her BFF Leo, but she keeps that to herself other than telling her other bestie. I thought the "romantic" aspect of this book was very appropriate for the targeted age group.

I liked all of the characters but I was really invested in the DNA story line and the sisters. Evidently, one doesn't simply meet a family member and suddenly become best friends or maybe not even like them or at least not immediately.

This is my first Emma Lord book and I'll definitely be reading more.

I'd like to thank NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for a free e-book copy in exchange for a review giving my honest opinion.

You Have a Match is an easy to read young adult novel. I was invested in the story almost immediately. I wanted to see how Abby's relationships developed with Saavy, Leo, and Connie. This story had a lot of layers, each of which had me quickly turning pages to see where the story would go next. I loved the characters and the way true friendship was abundantly present throughout the book.

This book was absolutely delightful and exactly what I needed after reading several heavy books. Like a perfect mash up of The Parent Trap in modern times, You Have a Match brings in a sweet romance AND issues of adoption and all that come with that. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a lighter, happier read.
Thanks to NetGalley, the author and publisher for allowing me to read this in exchange for my honest thoughts.

“I feel strangely invincible, like the moments happening right now don’t count for anything, but somehow count for everything at once.”
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In an effort to support her secret crush Leo, Abby signs up for a DNA service only to find out she has a full-blooded sister one town over. This news sends her feeling, not to mention she’s also struggling with passing her classes, upcoming SAT prep and having to attend summer school. Once she meets her secret sister, Savvy, the two hatch a scheme: Abby will attend a tutoring camp for the summer where Savvy is a camp counselor. Unbeknownst to her, Abby’s crush, Leo, also works at the camp. The summer sheds light on how different both sisters are, why they were kept apart their entire lives and the uncertain future in front of Abby where she’s unsure about anything other than her hidden love for photography. A summer full of secrets, squabbles and sun will have Abby questioning everything.
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This is my first Emma Lord novel and I’m a fan! While this @reesesbookclub young adult pick is listed as a #romance it’s so much more than that. This YA book delves into friendships, family and all the complications that inevitably come with growing up and maturity. I liked Lord’s commentary on IG and social media in general. I loved the diverse and inclusive representation in the story and honestly finished the book with such good feelings like a giant hug. It has depth and light—a feat that’s hard to pull off. This book is a great fit for any secondary library.

This was more than just a YA rom com. It's about finding yourself and discovery who your family is. I loved You Have a Match from start to finish. Filled with relatable and likable characters, you can't help but wish for things to have a happily ever after (spoiler, they do). I loved this book.

I really enjoyed this. It's not the same tired teenage romance. It's about family and discovering who you want to be in a pretty realistic way. I loved all the characters, but I had a special attachment to Leo. Great story all around.

Many passionate readers have heard of Reese Witherspoon's Book Club and have likely picked up a title or two that she has recommended. But did you know that she also does YA picks? Emma Lord's new novel You Have a Match was Reese's Winter '21 YA Book Club pick, but this soul-searching novel set against the backdrop of a summer camp is best read during the warmer months. I decided to read this novel because I previously read and loved Emma Lord's debut, Tweet Cute. While Lord's sophomore novel doesn't quite soar to the hilarious heights that Tweet Cute did, it is still a solid read.

Abby never expected to "get a match" when she signed up for an ancestry DNA test (think 23andMe). She mainly wanted to prove to her best friend Connie that she is the one with more Irish blood. But there it is sitting in her results - she has a full-blooded sister named Savvy that she had no idea even existed. From there, You Have a Match becomes a story about sisters reuniting, fighting (as sisters do), and attempting to bring their long-lost families together again. Bonding (or sometimes not!) while at summer camp and devising ways to make their parents meet-up, Abby and Savvy's antics are reminiscent of an updated Parent Trap with a twist.

More introspective and character-focused than exciting and plot-driven, You Have a Match is an excellent read for young adults who are on a journey to discover themselves and understand their families better. However, a large percentage of this novel is encompassed by the characters having conversations, albeit important ones, about what they feel, what has happened in the past, and where they want things to go in the future. While this dialogue will be relatable to anyone going through a similar situation, it makes for some very long and tedious reading passages. I would have preferred if Lord SHOWED us how Abby, Savvy, and their families learn about each other and grow, rather than spelling it all out for readers through conversation.

A fun summer read. I enjoyed the DNA aspect of the story. I know lots of people, myself included, that has found family because of a mail in DNA test.

I absolutely adored Emma Lord's Tweet Cute last year and I was so excited to read YOU HAVE A MATCH...and sadly, it disappointed me. This book had moments of greatness and a few really beautiful, thought-provoking lines but the writing surrounding those moments was brutal to say the least. Tons of description and inner monologues, little dialogue and even less action. A sentence of dialogue and response scattered among paragraphs of description made the pacing of the first half a mess to me.

What the book was supposed to be about was the best part. Abby was such a great character; she was feisty and opinionated and bold...except when it came to telling her best friend that she had romantic feelings for him. Leo was the love interest and to be honest, I was very unimpressed. Her relationship with her newly discovered sister was fraught with tension and unease but I appreciated where we got in the end. The plot of finding out the story behind why she has a sister she never knew about was mostly great but there was so much other random stuff thrown in the mix it diluted an otherwise enjoyable and interesting story.

If you loved Tweet Cute you might like this. I would personally skip it but not with any hard feelings. I felt like Tyra Banks yelling, I was rooting for you! You had moments of writing brilliance but it was bogged down by way too much extraneous plot and things not relevant to Abby discovering the reason she had a secret sister. Le sigh, maybe next time.

I had reservations about <u>You Have a Match</u>. I kept putting it off. Once I started reading it, I got hooked and reeled in.

It read like an old-school Mary Kate & Ashley movie. Twins finding each other and getting into mischief at summer camp.

There’s so much drama surrounding Abby and Savannah, it made me want to keep reading just to find out what all the secrets and drama was about.

I really like the relationship they form, too. It was slightly awkward but in a natural getting to know you kind of way.

Then there’s Abby and Leo. The push and pull between the two of them was frustrating. Then when they finally did get on the same page, I wasn’t even interested anymore.

This is my first Emma Lord book and now I can’t wait to read everything else she writes!

You Have a Match is an exquisitely crafted story of friendship, love, family, and belonging. I loved the twists and turns as the DNA match reveals an entirely hidden history for Abby. I love how supportive and yet realistic her friendships are and how they develop and grow as Abby does.

This is the first book I've read by this author and I quite liked it. Its a cute quick read that I would def recommend to others. 3.5 out of 5.

Emma Lord DOES IT AGAIN. An endearing novel of romance, friendship, and the bonds of sisterhood - You Have a Match is a perfect beach read!

After submitting her sample to a DNA company in an attempt to get on the good side of her secret crush, Abby is understandably surprised when the results come back with a match... for a sister... that she never knew she had. The sister in question? Insta-influencer Savannah Tully. Naturally, Abby decides the best course of action is to take a cue from The Parent Trap, and head to summer camp to meet her long-lost sister. But things don't exactly go as planned...

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin's Press for advance access to this title!

Abby does a DNA test and finds out Savvy is her big sister. Both do a summer camp to find out the reason why they have been separated from one another and why Savvy was put up for adoption. This story is about sisters, friendships, and a secret love.
This book was just so cute. I really enjoyed seeing Savvy and Abby get to know each other and grow. I even joined the romance and didn’t feel like it over powered the story. I loved this so much more than Tweet Cute.