Super cute, super sweet.

Evie works for a company that provides service dogs, and because she needs one herself to help with her epilepsy, she knows how important it is to find the right dog for her client's needs. So when a single dad seems skeptical about what one of her dogs can do for his epileptic daughter, Evie sets out to show him how these dogs can save lives.

Loved the dual narration audiobook. It's a quick read, and both Evie and Jake are very likeable characters.

Thank you, NetGalley, for the audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

Oh my gosh I have always loved Sarah Adams and I’ve loved every book I’ve read by her. This one was no different. It was adorable and it hooked me in right away!

I really enjoyed the two leading characters. They had a lot of depth and I couldn't help but root for them.
The narrator did a great job! I loved their voices and accents.

2.5- somewhat solid. Felt like a first novel. Didn't love the narration on the audio; made it seem more juvenile. Love the author's other works though!

5 Stars

Absolutely phenomenal! This was one of the best romance story's. Sarah Adams writes characters with real grown up emotional intelligence and it is so refreshing. Her books have made me realize as a reader this is something I appreciate. This one did not disappoint! I can't wait to read all of her books. I felt all the feelings in this book and was brought to tears one minute and smiling kicking up my heels the next. This is a must read for romance readers. Also, this is a closed door romance but it did not lack at all!

The narrators were absolutely amazing! This is story telling at it's finest.

Thank you to Dreamscape media and NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to this Audio book.

Evie Jones has dedicated her life to Southern Service Paws, the company that matched her with Charlie, a service dog trained to assist with her epilepsy. But it’s no secret that the company has been struggling to make ends meet. Then Evie meets Jacob Broaden at a client consultation meeting. His daughter, ten-year-old Sam has been recently diagnosed with epilepsy and has wanted a service animal ever since.

Ah, there were so many things to love in this book. I loved that the romance wasn’t insta, and it took time and effort to build up. I loved that Jake was a mature leading man with a super sweet daughter. And I loved that the involvement of dogs went beyond just cute factor!

While I wasn’t totally sold on the third act breakup scene, luckily it didn’t go for too long and I spent the majority of the time in my happy place. This was my kind of feel-good rom-coms, with a portrayal of healthy and mature relationship. What a great introduction to Sarah Adams’ writing for me!

I enjoyed both books in this series. I just adore the way Adams writes her characters. While I prefer more spice in my rom coms, these were both sweet and quick reads perfect for getting some chores done. I highly recommend the audiobooks for both as they were narrated by two excellent duos.

Sarah Adams' "The Match" is a captivating contemporary romance that effortlessly blends humor, charm, and heartfelt moments. The novel centers around an engaging matchmaking plot, where the protagonists find themselves entangled in a series of delightful and unexpected situations as they navigate their budding relationship.

Adams’ writing shines with its witty dialogue and endearing character development. The chemistry between the leads is both believable and compelling, driven by their shared experiences and genuine connection. The way their relationship unfolds is both heartwarming and refreshing, capturing the essence of modern romance with a perfect balance of lightheartedness and emotional depth.

The pacing of "The Match" is well-crafted, allowing the romance to develop naturally while keeping readers invested in the characters' journey. Adams’ ability to blend humor with sincere emotional moments makes the story both entertaining and moving.

Overall, "The Match" is a delightful read that will appeal to fans of contemporary romance. Sarah Adams has created a memorable story with lovable characters and a plot that celebrates the magic of love and connection.

I loved this disability rep in this book. The biggest turn off for me is insta love. It's just a trope that I am not a fan of. There are of course some cringey/cheesy moments and lines, but I expect that from a romance and let them get away with it.

Audiobook Review:
The Match by Sarah Adams
My rating:
4/5
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This one was super cute! I really enjoyed the narrators and the overall story.
I love Sarah Adams and her writing style. Her books never disappoint! She is an auto buy author for me.

I really enjoyed the family values in this story, as well as epilepsy awareness and how service animals can save lives.

Thank you Dreamscape Audio for the ARC! You can listen to this one now!

I adored this book! Sarah Adams is an auto-buy author for me and she did not disappoint. This was cheesy in the cutest way & Sarah does such a good job of hooking readers from the start. I loved both of the main characters for so many reasons. This book was just so well done.

I loved it. I. Loved. It.

I'm new to Sarah Adams books so I'll BRB as I binge ALLLLLLLL of her others...

This is the first book in the It Happened in Charleston book series, and I love the disability representation, I love the sweet story and their not so meet cute. I loved their banter and the slow build to their undeniable attraction, and I love Sam, Jacobs daughter that set the meeting up between him and Evie.

What a great story that I will be thinking about for a long time!

Thank you NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the ALC of this wonderful story!

Romance is a wide genre with numerous tropes and yet I find myself enjoying a broad spectrum of it all. The Match was no different as the writing draws readers into the quirks of each.

I really enjoyed this one! Another cute Sarah Adams book. She just gets what I need to read and I love her for it.

Evie is such a sassy, but fun character. I loved her tenacity and how she doesn't let her epilepsy hold her back from living life and pursuing her passions. It was genuinely wonderful to see this representation in lit and while I can't say whether it was well-done, I really hope the epileptic community resonates with her character.

In addition to the representation of epilepsy, we also see a healthy relationship between our main characters and how important it is for our main man's daughter to have a step-mom like Evie in her life. I really enjoyed the development of this little family. It filled my heart and joy cup.

If you're looking for a quick, little bit spicy, romance book with a super sweet hea ending, look no further.

Thank you @librofm @dreamscape_media @dellromance for the gifted copy/ALC!

💛 𝙈𝙮 𝙏𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 💛
Sarah Adams never disappoints me! She sucks me in with her sweet, endearing characters, great writing and heartwarming moments. I love her characters so much! They just melt your heart and this one is no exception!

We have Jake, single dad to Sam, who was recently diagnosed with epilepsy. We also have Evie, who was diagnosed with epilepsy as a teenager and now helps manage a service dog business that trains and matches dogs with humans. Jake and Evie meet when Sam sets up the meeting because she really wants a service dog.

I love the story that Jake brings being a single dad who hasn’t put himself back out in the dating scene since his divorce. He is trying to be the best dad he can be, which is admirable. Especially with his daughter now given an extra obstacle in life, which adds to the layers of a girl who is growing up.

Evie is a sweet, strong willed young lady who is determined not to live off her parent’s dime and name in life. She loves what she does, even when it doesn’t pay much. She also has a big heart and it shows in her care of Sam and her dedication to the service dogs.

I can’t wait to read the next interconnected book in this series!

🎧 𝙉𝙖𝙧𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 🎧
Rusty Mewha and Leanne Woodward were great in their narration of Jake and Evie. Leanne’s voice is so light and sweet; it portrays Evie’s character so well. Rusty’s depiction of Jake brings to life his stand up character as a father and man. They both made the story sweet and entertaining!

🦮 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙤𝙤𝙠 𝙞𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚:
💛 Single Dad Romance
💛 Service Dogs
💛 Epilepsy Representation
💛 Found Family

Thank you NetGalley for my copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

I am one of few romance readers who hadn't yet read anything by Sarah Adams so I was going into this one pretty blind, but it sounded like a lovely read.

And I wasn't disappointed! The characters in this story are great, and there is some great representation, with multiple characters having disabilities (there are 2 epileptic characters). This book really highlighted the realities of living with a condition like epilepsy and showed it in a raw, honest way that I really enjoyed, as someone who doesn't have any experience with the condition. I loved hearing about the service dogs and how important they can be in ensuring that people with conditions like epilepsy can still live a full, 'normal' life.

I really enjoyed hearing about single dad Jake, and his family too are really great and supportive. The romance is lovely but I enjoy how much of a strong one Evie is, and how she stood up for herself initially when Jake was less than respectful to her! The miscommunication cropped up a few times in this book, which usually grates on me, but I didn't mind it in this one - it worked to move the plot forwards.

This book is charming, heart-warming and surprisingly enlightening - I'd recommend it to anyone who loves a good closed door romance.

Thank you to NetGalley, Sarah Adams & Dreamscape Media for an audio ARC in exchange for an honest review. This review is wholly my own & may not be reproduced.

Everything Sarah Adams writes is gold. She is one of my favorite Rom-Com authors and she hit the mark again with The Match.

I really loved all of the characters in this one. I especially loved that Evie suffers from a disability (epilepsy) & that she works to match up others with epilepsy with a service dog. Her tenacity was amazing. I loved how she put Jacob in his place after he scoffed at the importance of a service dog after his daughter (who has epilepsy) set up a meeting under false pretenses – because she wants a normal life & a service dog can give that to her.

I loved that Evie was able to change Jacob’s mind by showing him what a service dog could do for his daughter Sam. The romance is a give with a Sarah Adams book, but for me, the star of the show was Sam & Evie’s relationship & how Evie was able to help her.

The Match by Sarah Adams is just about the cutest book I have ever read! Adams's description - "This book is sweet. It’s funny. It’s tender. It’s sunshiney." - sums up this romance so perfectly!

Chock-full and brimming over with a strong female lead, an every day good-guy single dad, epilepsy representation from two characters, service dogs, a supportive found family and all the cute humour, wit and charm one could ask for, this rom-com is just the sweetest thing!

Being a dual perspective romance means two audiobook narrators and Leanne Woodward and Rusty Mewha were perfect choices for Evie and Jacob! Their voices were as cheerful as this yellow cover, painting this story’s world in the most vivid of colours!

I loved the full story Evie had, allowing proof that those with epilepsy can truly have their own happily ever after!

Thank you NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for the complimentary audio copy to read and review.

Sarah Adams has proven to be one of my favorite romance authors of the last year. She really came onto my radar and surprised me. After reading The Rule Book earlier this year and having it instantly become one of my favorites by her, I was thrilled to find out that her publisher was going to be re-publishing Sarah's indie backlist.

The Match is a very charming, close-door romance. It is the pinnacle of what I have come to expect from Sarah, except I fear that it was lacking her typical charm. After reading The Match, you can tell how far Sarah has come with her writing and character development. I don't think The Match was bad by any means, it just felt like it was missing something the entire time I was reading it.

Service dogs? A single dad? A spunky FMC? Yes, yes, and yes! This book has it all! Evie was so real and not overly dramatized. I loved the relationship between Jacob and his daughter Sam, but of course, Charlie and Daisy stole the show! I need to read more books with service animals!