I love Sarah Adams. Her characters are sweet and the storylines have humor and heart. The Match is from her backlist and features delightful characters. Sparks fly at Evie and Jake’s first meeting and continue throughout the story. I love how Evie lives on her own terms and doesn’t shy away from a challenge. I listened to the audio for this one and enjoyed both narrators. Definitely recommend for fans of Sarah Adams or anyone who loves a sweet southern romance.

I love the emotional support animal storyline in this book. It is well down and so captivating. It was thr main focus of the story with other relationship storylines as side focus points. Fun, quick, interesting story.

3.5 ⭐️ Always searching for a single dad book where the FMC is not the nanny. Here it is! I read this years ago & enjoyed it, but it’s such a sweet little audiobook. Sarah Adams books feel like sunshine, and this one is all things happy & fun.

The narration by Rusty Mewha & Leanne
Woodwardat at 2.0x was easy to listen to & made for a fun & quick audiobook.

Thank you to the publisher, Netgalley, and author for giving me a chance to listen to this e-audiobook arc. I originally read this book when it was first published a couple of years ago. 

 Josh, the main MC a fairly newly single parent. As a father figure I must applaud this man. This was probably one of the reasons why I throughouly had originally enjoyed this story. I adored Evie as a FMC. Evie was such a kind and smart woman with such a noble ambition and I was rooting for her throughout the story. Considering this is my second time reading the story. I realised the relationship between the the MC/FMC wasn't my favourite. Although there were really cute moments between the two. Sometimes the dialogue made feel iffy. But I loved the interaction Evie had with Sam. <3 Other than that I did like them as a couple. "The Match", talks highlights the issue with epilepsy & guide dogs. It opened my eyes to these topics. 

Overall, I really enjoyed the story. I'm really thankful for having an opportunity to re-visit this story again. 3.5/5

The Match is a cute and relaxing read, ideal for anyone looking for a heartwarming escape from reality.

I loved the premise of Evie and Jack connecting over their experiences of epilepsy, Evie personally, and Jack through his daughter Sam. Evie’s character was bright, bubbly and strong, and wonderfully kind and compassionate. I found the family conflict a bit frustrating, as Evie’s parents and Jack’s ex seemed almost cartoonish in their villainous meddling. But overall, typical of other reads I’ve enjoyed by Sarah Adams, this was a delightful, fun, and cosy rom com.

The audio narration was bright and animated. I loved the way the narrators bounced off each other, bringing Evie and Jack’s chemistry to life.

Thank you Dreamscape Media and NetGalley for this audiobook. Opinions expressed are my own.

This was adorable, loved the content, I always wanted to read it and im so glad i was able to get the arc, totally would recommend, sarah always does such amazing books

3 stars
This had such a cute premise and so much potential, but was just missing something.

I loved:
- the single dad trope
- the common issue of epilepsy in the main female character and epilepsy in the daughter of the single dad
- the cute working dogs
- the crappy parents trope

Where it was lacking (in my opinion):
- the chemistry
- the tokens of affection
- the humor/wit/banter was underwhelming
- the character development (more than superficial- I want well-developed backstories)

The narrators of the audiobook were good matches to the characters in the book.

I really appreciate the opportunity to listen to this ARC in exchange for an honest review. Thank you to the author, NetGalley, and Dreamscape Media for making that happen!

Sarah Adams has truly outdone herself once again! I am absolutely head over heels for her When in Rome series, so you can imagine my excitement when I got the chance to listen to The Match. This book is the first in the It Happened in Charleston series, and let me tell you, I was completely hooked from the start.

I connected with Evie on such a deep level. As someone who struggles with a chronic medical condition, I know all too well the challenges that life can throw your way. And to top it off, being in a relationship with someone who has an 8 year old daughter of their own brought back memories of my own struggles and triumphs. Evie and Jacob's journey resonated with me in ways I never expected.

The audiobook was an absolute delight to listen to. The dual narrators brought the story to life in a way that felt incredibly real and raw. Their performances were nothing short of stellar, keeping me on the edge of my seat and yearning for more with every passing chapter.

In conclusion, The Match is a must-read for anyone craving a summer romance with a hint of depth and emotion. Sarah Adams has crafted a story that will tug at your heartstrings and leave you with a lingering sense of warmth and hope. Trust me when I say, you do not want to miss out on this gem of a book.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dreamscape Media for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

This was a really cute book! I had previously read the Nashville duo also in Sarah’s backlist and wasn’t crazy about them but I really enjoyed The Match. Jacob is a single dad to 10 year old daughter Sam who has epilepsy. Sam has been wanting a service dog since getting diagnosed which Jacob has been hesitant to, so Sam goes breaks his email and plans a meeting with a service dog program without him knowing. There they meet Evie who works for Southern Service paws and also has epilepsy. I think it was a really sweet story getting to see Evie become a positive role model for Sam and show her that she’ll be able to live a full life as an adult with epilepsy. And in the same regards, Evie is able to show Jacob that having a service dog will help bring back some of the Sam he knew before her diagnosis.

Thank you NetGalley and Dreamscape media for an advanced listeners copy of The Match!

Evie Jones basically dedicates her life to Southern Service Paws, the service dog company that matched her with her own dog, Charlie, to assist with her epilepsy, as she is now preparing to take over the business from her mentor. At a consultation, Evie meets Jake Broaden and his ten-year-old daughter Sam, who secretly set up the meeting since she recently was diagnosed with epilepsy and wants a service animal.

In usual Sarah Adams fashion, I found this book to be such a perfect mixture of everything you'd expect from a romcom. Every time I pick one of her books up, I feel like I'm watching a movie. There simply is something so comforting in her work, truly a perfect read for when you need something to turn your mind off for a while.

I absolutely loved Evie, she is such a bubbly, fierce, strong character and, as someone who has struggled with epilepsy, she truly resonated with me. I connected with her on so many different levels, and I really cared and rooted for her throughout the entirety of this story. She was so much fun to follow, and I also really liked the way her and Sam connected, it was so sweet to see their bond grow.

While I'm not usually big on instalove-y books, I can appreciate them every once in a while when they hit as good as this one did. I really liked the way Evie and Jake connected, and they had great moments I truly adored. The conflict did annoy me a little and it felt kind of rushed towards the end, but I still really enjoyed it.

It was my first time picking up this book, so I have no idea how different it is from the original, but I sure did enjoy this version a lot! I listened to the audiobook for this one, and I really liked both narrators!

Many thanks to Dreamscape Media & NetGalley for the ALC. All opinions are my own.

I really enjoyed this one. Both narrators did a fantastic job and the story was really cute. I love when a book showcases disability rep, and the service dogs were such a good touch. I will say, towards the end, the family drama and miscommunication really took me out of the story. I kinda just got annoyed with both MCs and wasn't impressed.

Thank you to Netgalley for the ALC in exchange for an honest review.

Thank you to Netgalley, Dreamscape Media, and Sarah Adams for the chance to listen to this book in exchange for my honest opinion.

Please note: I had not yet read the original publication of this story so this republication with expanded content was brand new to me in every way!

Single Dad! Independent & Strong Women! Disability Rep (epilepsy)! Service Dogs! Obnoxious Elitist Parents! Found Family!

As we have all come to expect from Sarah Adams with her When in Rome series and more- this is a sweet, low stakes, and low stress romance. The disability rep is done very well. The chemistry and tension are built exceptionally well without spice.

I completely recommend you read Jake & Evie's love story. I'm now looking forward, even more, for the chance to read the re-release of book two in It Happened in Charleston duology: The Enemy.

The Match by Sarah Adams is charming and sweet fun!

Sarah Adams' writing is magical, whimsical and full of charm. The Match is an absolute favorite book of hers and I cannot recommend it enough. Listening to it on audiobook was a treat. The narrators brought a new life to the story that added wit, charm and swoon. The narrators embodied the characters of Evie and Jack and Sam. The story moved at a quick paced that will have listeners smiling, laughing and grinning while listening. The story is uplifting and in true Sarah Adams style will always leave you feeling warm and cozy after listening. I needed a cute feel good book to just sit down and read in one day and this definitely was the right choice. Evie works in for a foundation that finds the perfect service dog for people with disabilities, herself being epileptic she is very passionate about what she does. That is when she gets an email and meets Jacob and Sam, a single parent and his 10 year old daughter which just so happens also deals with epilepsy. They get off on the wrong foot at first but Evie starts to become a daily figure in both their lives and fills the spaces for them, becoming a cute family. It’s super sweet and just makes you smile reading it.

Swoon. Love. This book is so good. The perfect amount of love, miscommunication, tension, and disability rep. Thanks for the chance to listen early.

Another great Sarah Adams book. The characters are relatable. I also love that the book revolves around dealing with epilepsy and service animals. The romantic connection made my heart go pitter patter, but was not spicy. I’m looking forward to book two in the series.

5 stars

I love Sarah Adams, she writes the sweetest romances and her men are all PEAK book boyfriends. I am so glad she has the opportunity to rerelease her back issues. This book was a great look into the lives of those with epilepsy and the use of service dogs. I also love a single dad romance that isn't the typical nanny love interest, it was a nice change of pace. Love both MCs a ton as well as Sam and Jo.

Regarding the audio specifically, I like both narrators a lot. I couldn't tell if they weren't doing a southern accent at all for certain dialogue or if I am too used to a subtle southern accent being from the south, but that was my only issue.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ALC!

This was a sweet story that I enjoyed. I loved that the story is about a young woman with epilepsy, many will relate. This was a 3.5 star for me.

Super cute, single dad disability romance. Evie has epilepsy with Charlie, her service dog she meets Jake a single dad with a daughter who also has been diagnosed with epilepsy. The opening of the book is very funny, with Sam, the daughter, personating her dad to meet with Evie for a potential service dog to help her with her episodes. And obviously Jake and Evie do not get on the right foot, eventually Jake comes around for a service dog for Adam and catches feelings for Evie. It had the Sarah Adams humor with a southern charm, and a flirty personality.

one of my favorite things about sarah adams books is that they’re like one big warm hug you’ve been needing. the match was no different, jake and evie were everything and more 😭

this has been on my tbr for quite some time now and it did not disappoint whatsoever!! there is nothing i love more than the single dad trope and evie was absolutely made for jake and sam. i thought the way they ended up meeting was super unique and i loved seeing the epilepsy representation!!

the drama toward the end wasnt my favorite thing which is why i brought it down to 4 stars, it made me feel awful for both jake and evie having to go through that but i do understand that it was necessary to wrap up those plot points!!

Thank you to NetGalley for the audio ARC! This is such a cute romance book! I really enjoyed the characters - especially the dogs. The narrator was great. Perfect book to listen to while cleaning or working in the yard!