“This is the book to read when the world is throwing lemons at you.
Jen Turano’s Meeting Her Match could not have come at a better time as I needed such a book to read. This writer has never failed to draw at least a smile from me whenever I read her novels. Her choice of names for her characters and the funny situations her characters find themselves in is always a delight for me. Meeting Her Match, the third book in the Matchmakers Book series has all the elements of this beloved writer’s works.
Meeting Her Match like the other books in this series is set in the 19th century in New York City. Readers will get the opportunity to know Camilla Pierpoint, a minor character in the second book of the series full story. Camilla Pierpoint, a member of the New York City elite family has declared herself a spinster for life after a heartbreak. Owen Chesterfield is a big brother who is looking to harness the skills of Camilla to help transform his unruly sister, Luella. Will the meeting of the two change Camilla’s stance or not? Journey with these two people as they travel from New City to Wheeling, West Virginia to protect one woman and make a refined woman out of another woman. In this journey you will encounter budding relationships including a friendship between a cat and a pig, gun totting grandmothers and recipes with hidden intentions.
I really love this novel. I found myself laughing at some of the antics of the characters. Jen Turano always delivers a Christ centred message in her writings which is always a plus for me. I highly recommend this book to anyone who needs a good laugh. One can never be disappointed with Jen Turano’s books.
I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Bethany House through NetGalley and Interviews & Reviews for my honest opinion”.

Camilla Pierpont and Owen Chesterfield is the couple I didn't know I'd instantly be shipping! Owen could be considered "backwoods," being from the wilds of West Virginia, by members of the New York 400, while Camilla is established high society, and both know their worlds well and the expectations associated with their peer groups, so they initially deem the other ill-suited as a possible match. Yet, Camilla ends up stating they are almost engaged in a fit of temper over someone disparaging the Chesterfield family. How you may ask? There's a rescue from ruffians, a train to WV, a shotgun-tottin' grandmother, an amused butler, and a whole cast of side characters you'll enjoy meeting, as well as some guest appearances from beloved characters in A Match in the Making and To Spark a Match to make one delightful read! Find out what happens when Camilla, confirmed spinster, finally meets her match in rough-around-the-edges Owen.

Way too much dialogue. There were whole pages of just one character monologuing and explaining things that could have been described. I actually started skimming some of the dialogue because it was so uninteresting and pointless. Every character (even side characters) would have long paragraphs and then the next character would respond with a long paragraph. This also made it hard to connect to the characters because I had no idea how they were interpreting the conversations, they would just keep talking. The romance was subpar and the plot line of this naive, inept man being an iron tycoon was unbelievable. A man who doesn’t know how to interact with other people would not have an incredibly successful business. I will not be reading any more from this author.

A delightful ending to this delightful series.
I loved the setting of West Virginia and the down to earth people in the town.
Heartwarming, funny and well written.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the copy of this book.

I love Jen Turano! Camilla Pierpont and Owen Chesterfield are a perfect match, even if they don't see it. The banter is fun, the characters are awesome, and the story is engaging. Honestly, Jen Turano's books all sound the same, but it doesn't bother me one single bit because they're all delightful!

Seven years ago, the debonair Lord Shrewsbury vowed his undying love for heiress Camilla Pierpont. He promptly married another debutant when he discovered Camilla wouldn’t receive her inheritance for almost another decade.

Heartbroken by Lord Shrewsbury’s betrayal, Camilla vows never to marry. Instead, she spends her time helping other members of New York’s select members of society, known as the four hundred, find love matches. Camilla has a knack for knowing whether people will suit each other—a rare commodity in a society where status and money rule, courtships develop based on business dealings, and most despair of ever finding true love.

Camilla and most of her wealthy set firmly believe she will remain a spinster for life. But when an annoying (and handsome) man interrupts an abduction attempt, Camilla wonders if she’s finally met her match.

Mr. Owen Chesterfield saves a woman on the way to the estate of a famed matchmaker, and the damsel in distress has the effrontery to express her gratitude. He’s hoping the woman will travel with him to the Hudson River Valley and take his younger sister in hand. During their parents’ long absence, his sister has grown up—and managed to become the laughingstock of society.

Sparks fly when Owen realizes the matchmaker and distressed damsel are on in the same. Camilla, ready to turn down Owen’s offer, changes her mind when she receives word that Lord Shrewsbury is headed to New York with marriage on his mind. Especially when she hears he committed his first wife to an asylum and divorced her.

Camilla sets off to the wilds of the West with Owen and her maid. When they arrive in West Virginia, a whole new world opens before Camilla—women who speak their minds instead of women who simper and sashay; men (like Owen) who don’t understand the niceties of smooth-talking compliments but sound more genuine than any man Camilla has encounter in New York City.

Owen brought Camilla to his home to help his little sister, but the womenfolk in his family think he’s brought home a fiancée. Camilla plays along and discovers the delightfulness of honest conversation, lack of pretensions, and new challenges she never dreamed she would accept.

What I Love About this Book

Jen Turano creates another delightful romp of New York City’s famed four hundred. Camilla discovers past mistakes have no hold over future successes, and honest conversations with unpretentious people have more value than keeping up with society. She also finds the joys of large families and learning to fend for herself—on a farm and in the kitchen.

Turano keeps the dialogue snappy, the action fast, and the characters believable.

I enjoy Jen Turano's lighthearted books that don't take themselves too seriously. This book features the same ingredients that make her books so unique, only I had a hard time getting fully invested in it. I think it's because in the end, the moral of the story is so light and hidden in overly exaggerated dialogue that by the end of the story, I found myself wondering if I could've better off read something else than this book. That could totally be on my end though, as Meeting Her Match does follow the typical Turano fashion in terms of characterization and plot. If you like comedic plots and entertaining characters, you'll likely enjoy this one.

I am quite convinced that this is my favorite of the 3 Matchmakers books! Camilla is such a consummate lady, and is always right and proper…until she thinks she’s being abducted, and runs smack dab into Owen Chesterfield’s snare. He wants her to teach his sister—a free spirited, unconventional young woman—how to be a lady. Their banter was nonstop, and misunderstandings abound, but after traveling to Owen’s home in West Virginia, Camilla seems to find her happy place. Although she’s a fish out of water, she jumps in with both feet and immerses herself into the small community where she has landed. I loved all of the sweet moments (once they quit bantering and started laughing and talking) as they got to know each other, and the sweetness of seeing the Matchmaking finally making her match. I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley and was under no obligation to provide a positive review.

This book was the best of all worlds--a rom-com that is also historical. Turano's books are always a fun romp. This one was no exception. Even though it is third in the series, it works perfectly as a stand-alone too. I always enjoy when the characters think they aren't interested in romance and won't fall in love, since that once happened to me. Of course, it never turns out that way because love has a mind of its own. Highly recommend this book.

Camilla has come a long way since the heartbreak of her debut year, vowing to never marry, she is well respected as a friend and matchmaker among the elite four hundred. After an attempted kidnapping, she agrees to help the sister of Mr. Owen Chesterfield repair her damaged reputation, travelling from New York to West Virginia.

A charming historical rom-com, with a full cast of colorful characters, and hilarious encounters with animals of all kinds. I loved the hilarious situational comedy, and humorous miscommunications. I loved the characters, and the grandmother's scheming and matchmaking of her own.

Such a fun read from beginning to end, with amazing characters, and a riveting plot. I had no trouble keeping the characters straight, even though there were quite a few, the author does a great job of distinguishing them quickly and memorably.

Overall, a wonderful read, with great rapport and chemistry between the characters. Highly enjoyable!



I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Turano is one of my favorite authors. I wonder how she can create another set of unique characters yet she does it every time. The people made this book for me. I thought Owen’s family were hilarious and wonderful and I appreciated that Camilla, a member of the 400, could see their qualities.

There are several romances going on and Owen is so protective of all the women in his family that he almost neglects his own possibility for love. I liked the witty banter between him and Camilla.

I enjoyed this series a lot. I’d highly recommend it.

My favorite book in the Matchmaker series! It's just one of those feel good, keeps you laughing romances than can boost any mood your in. I loved the banter, the humor and the characters. One of my favorite things to read about are nosy neighbors, and this book had them all! There was so much matchmaking in this book, I think I need this character to come over to my house for a little while.

I could easily see myself re-reading this book for a mood boost or if I'm in a reading slump. This book had already graced my favorites' shelf.

*thank you to Bethany House and #netgalley for a complimentary copy of this book to read. All thoughts are my own.

I used to LOVE these books. The dialogue and banter was great and the storylines intriguing. I hate to say it, but think I've outgrown this author. 😣

There's plenty of bantering dialogue, however, there are so many asides tucked into each sentence, I found it hard to follow and ended up rereading paragraphs to make sure I understood correctly.

The characters are fun and Owen's family is endearing. The side romances got me more excited than the main couple.

Thanks Netgalley for the ARC! All opinions are my own.

Meeting Her Match, by Jen Turano, is the third book in The Matchmakers series. This sweet historical romance is a truly delightful novel. Page after page, it is altogether charming, humorous, and surprising. It is well-written and exceedingly entertaining. Filled with unforgettable characters and plenty of clever dialogue, this novel is wholly endearing from beginning to end.

In Meeting Her Match, as in her other novels, one of Jen Turano’s gifts as a writer, is her imaginative talent for giving her characters the most astonishing conversations and placing them in humorously unpredictable circumstances. These circumstances often enable the characters to respond in unusual ways which helps to cultivate storylines that are frequently funny and always memorable. The characters themselves are genuinely engaging and sympathetic, and their winsome traits are refreshing. As they persevere through a variety of troublesome situations, their stories grow more meaningful and inspiring.

Meeting Her Match is made quite special through Ms. Turano’s exemplary use of witty dialogue and unique characters. Plenty of moments of comedy, intrigue, and romance make this book very appealing. This novel offers an uplifting story of family, community, and unexpected opportunities. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, and I eagerly recommend it.

*I was given a copy of this book from the publisher/author. A review was not required. The review I have written is voluntary and contains opinions that are entirely my own.

I loved this story. Whenever I need a fun light hearted book, I pick up a Book by Jen Turano. The down to earth banter between Owen and Camilla made me smile. Meemaw and Luella along with several other characters were really fun to get to know. Camilla keeps matching up couples and its entertaining to watch all while oblivious to her own match.
I'm excited for the next book!

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

A clean romance set in 1800s about a beautiful socialite, self-proclaimed spinster-turned-matchmatcher with a spunky attitude that gets abducted.

Not your typical damsel in distress.

And not the typical hero - this one happens to be wealthy, brawny, and from the backwoods of West Virginia.

It was good. It was ok.

The premise and beginning were cute and made me smile at times, but the storyline didn't keep my attention. The funniest chapter to me was at the very end when family members are wayyy too nosy about a romantic interaction.

I really expected to fall head-over-heels in love with this series. I've heard people gushing about it and was ready for the humor. For some reason, I wasn't amused like I thought I would be and found this book and the whole series to be too wordy in every scenario.

I appreciate the clean romance and that it was free from profanity.

when the romance kicks off with the heroine mistaking the hero as her would-be abductor, i know it's going to be a good one...

camilla pierpont has been a recurring character in the matchmakers series, and it's finally time for her to "meet her match." of course, owen chesterfield stumbles into her life at the exact wrong time and makes a disastrous first impression. still, camilla can't turn down his request to help his sister with her social presence and reputation—and off they go to west virginia.

her new-york sensibilities are put to quite the test with owen's family, and many hilarious moments ensue in the (endearing) clash of cultures: chores to do, animals to face, family members to meet (and an apple pie recipe to avoid), a sister to reform—and some very real danger to escape. every step of this story makes it quite the adventure, and i so enjoyed all the fun of this opposites-attract romance.

it is a delight to see camilla and owen, unlikely as their pairing may seem, find each other amidst the chaos around them. their banter is always entertaining, and i just found it so easy to root for them.

i couldn't help smiling the whole way through jen turano's meeting her match. it makes a perfect series conclusion with its romance and humor, adventure and danger, heart and faith. readers of historical romance (and rom-coms) are sure to have as much fun with this one as i did.

i received a complimentary copy from the publisher. i was not required to write a positive review, and all the opinions i have expressed are my own.


considerations:
—language: none
—spice: kisses only
—faith: mentions of God, church, and the bible
—content: attempted abduction, mentions of guns, violence, asylums, and drugging

This book was a delight to read. I caught myself smiling often, imagining the ridiculous situations the main characters kept finding themselves in. I actually laughed out loud several times. Turano is one of the best, and I don’t say that lightly. There aren’t many authors that can claim to have made me laugh out loud, and she does it every time. Meeting Her Match is the third book in The Matchmakers series, and I was anxious to read Camilla’s story! I couldn’t imagine just how much I was going to enjoy the journey. Owen and his family are truly one of a kind. Their antics were so unpredictable and I loved that I couldn’t guess what would happen next. Owen and Camilla have such fun chemistry, and are from completely different worlds. If you enjoy Historical Romance with a bit of suspense thrown in, you will love this book. During my work day I found myself thinking about the characters, and counting down the hours until I could dig in to the story again. I received a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers. I was in no way forced to post a positive review, and all opinions are my own.

A lovely laughing out loud story to keep you company as well as any friend. Wonderfully endearing characters. Camilla has taken on more than she realized when she agrees to help Owen. After an attempted kidnapping she travels to his home in Virginia and his not-so-formal family. A lady of the Four Hundred meets a family still in touch with its roots, and learns a bit along the way. Fabulous read!!

I received this book free from the author, publisher and NetGalley book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own.

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Camilla Pierpont, well-known matchmaker for New York's elite Four Hundred, has vowed never to marry after a disastrous debut season years ago, which left her heartbroken over an English lord. But when she is nearly abducted by a band of thugs, and rescued by Owen Chesterfield, he talks her into traveling with him back to his hometown of Wheeling, West Virginia, to help his sister (considered a "ragamuffin,") Luella become a proper lady.

This was a light-hearted fish-out-of-water romance set during the Gilded Age with lots of witty banter between Camilla and Owen. The matchups between the charming secondary characters were enjoyable as well.

I received a complimentary digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own