I loved this so much!

THE MATCH is the first in the It Happened in Charleston series, featured two great characters, Evie and Jacob.

Evie experiences seizures and has a service dog named Charlie, and connects to single Dad Jacob when he needs a service dog for his daughter.

This was such a sweet story that had me swooning! The narration was great, and pulled me into the story even more.

*many thanks to Dreamscape and Netgalley for the gifted audio copy for review

It was okay. I find that books like this are either so good that the predictability is a comfort or so predictable that it’s not enjoyable. One way or the other. This one was so easy to predict, front the misunderstanding to the resolution, but my issue was the character’s reactions made zero sense to me. I don’t know anyone who wouldn’t have know exactly what was happening (per the token misunderstanding). You would have to be the most dense person on the planet to not know what actually went on. And then the resolution just happened. Like…okay.
If you like that sort of story, this I could be for you. But for me it fell short on the “com” part of rom-com. And sometimes cringey on the “rom” part.

The narrators for thr audiobook were very good, though. Although, I still struggle with men trying to do women’s voices.




Minor Spoiler:

I would NEVER want to wake up to someone’s mouth on my mouth….that does NOT sound romantic. 1. Too much like CPR. 2. Bad breath.


*thank you to netgalley and the audio publisher for a review copy of this audiobook. My opinions are my own.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

This was such an incredible story! I loved Evie and Jacob as they were great characters and were great together. I enjoyed how well this book handled epilepsy and how both Evie and Jacob’s daughter did not let epilepsy get in the way of them living their lives. Evie was such a strong and confident character and I was rooting for her the whole time. This was such a great reading experience.

I am so glad I gave this book a chance. I like Adams novels but they have felt forgettable in the past. This one was different!

I loved the main characters. They were so genuine and realistic. I like that this story shows awareness for epilepsy and support animals. I feel like I learned so much about this.

This was just the cutest story! Except for Evie's parents- horrible people!!

The audiobook was well done. I preferred the female narrator but both did well.

Thank you Dreamscape Media for the advanced listening copy!

I just didn't love this one! I have enjoyed other books by this author and tried this one more than once and just didn't connect with it. This romance, especially on audio, is more upbeat and perky and I think just not the right time for me to enjoy this one. I'd still read more by this author in the future, just maybe not on audio.

This was such an adorable sweet romance. I was excited to read this one because I'm looking for books that my thirteen year old daughter can read with me, and this one is great for her too.

So I love Sarah Adams, her new series is one of my favorite romantic book series so I had assumed I would enjoy her earlier books... I was wrong. This one just didn't do it for me, I felt underwhelmed from the romance and felt there was a lack in chemistry between the love interests so personally this one wasn't for me. I had so much hope though, maybe it unintentionally lead me to have too high of hopes.

A cutie little book! Can tell this is the author’s earlier work and know her writing got so much better. Thought it was cute but not obsessed!

I received an arc of this title from NetGalley for an honest review. The narrator sounds like they are reading for a teen novel so the narrators voice did not fit the adult fiction read.

The Match is book #1 of the It Happened in Charleston Series. Book #2 is entitled The Enemy.

I loved this book so much! The way that Sarah wrote and educated readers about the diagnosed disabilities and disorders characters faced was phenomenal and heartwarming. She really illustrated the strengths and challenges that come along with managing diagnosed disabilities in a way that felt positive yet realistic for the characters and readers.

Evie Jones, client and employee, with Southern Paw Service trains new families and individuals to work with service dogs. Evie and her service dog Charlie are quite the dynamic training duo. They have the heart for education and just the right amount of patience. They instinctively know when to challenge new clients and when to support them. However, Jacob Broaden and his daughter present Evie with new and unusual challenges. Will she be able to grow and overcome them? Absolutely!

I highly recommend this book for lovers of romantic comedies! The narrators were great with believable banter. It reeled me in from the beginning. I was caught hook, line, and sinker!

This was a cute, southern set romance between an a service dog trainer and the single dad of one of her clients. Sarah Adams is probably my number one recommendation for closed door/low spice so if that's you cup of tea then definitely giver her books a try.

Narration: These are two new to me narrators and they didn't stand out as either bad or good.

Thanks to Dreamscape Media and Netgalley for my copy to review.

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.