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When Lauren's foolproof plan begins to unravel, she learns that a simple introduction between friends can bring about complicated results.
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Lauren Holbrook has found her life's calling: matchmaking for the romantically challenged. And with the eclectic cast of characters in her world, there's tons of potential to play "connect the friends."
Lauren sets out to introduce Nick, her carefree singles' pastor, to Ruby, her neurotic coworker who plans every second of every day. What could possibly go wrong? Just about everything.
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Miss Match
ISBN-13:
9781600060953
Trim Size: 5.5 x 8.25
Cover: Paperback
368
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$14.99
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Trying hard to be Christan-y chick lit
Lauren sets her matchmaking skills to work on just about everyone she knows, getting her into funny, borderline disastrous situations. She learns that even her best intentions are no match for matches made in heaven (including her own!).
A fast read, the first book in the Lauren Holbrook series is conversational at its best, rambling at its worst; sometimes witty and charming, sometimes dragging. Like the coffee-worship--it was cute at first, but after a while it just got tired.
Miss Match was a fun read, but didn't get me completely hooked. If secular chick lit's titillating scenes make you uncomfortable, here the overdose of religious symbols will (e.g. Bible study scenes, Scripture passages quotes). Too obvious and too set-up, they jarred me whenever I started to get absorbed in the story.
At the end, the insights-and-lessons-learned conclusion stuck out like they were planted there for a meaningful, punchy ending (which is a sure way to fail at giving a meaningful, punchy ending).
I would recommend it to pre-teens looking for an alternative to the typical young adult fiction. It may have more value in terms of biblical values and spiritual reminders, but not much more in novel reading quality.
Posted by
Molly P
on
11/24/2010 5:16:59 PM
Miss Match
Twenty-three year old Lauren Holbrook is single, lives with her dad and couldn’t be happier, but one of her favorite hobbies is matchmaking. Lauren never wants to get married, but she loves to see her friends find true love, especially when she has something to do with it. Her latest project is trying to match her coworker Ruby together with her Bible study teacher Nick. This proves to be a challenge, not only to Lauren, but to Ruby and Nick as well. Adding to this challenge is Lauren’s new found confusion about her plan to never get married.
Life has been a little stressful for me lately and I have found that I have not been enjoying heavy or serious stories much and I was looking for something light and more importantly, funny. Miss Match was the answer. I was absolutely delighted by this story, and especially by Lauren. Her character was such a treat and so very likeable. At first, I found her a bit annoying, but the more I got to know her, the more I wanted to read.
One of this book’s strongest points is the dialogue, especially the dialogue between Lauren and her best friend Brandon. They were very good friends, but their teasing was funny and natural. Lauren is sassy and funny and adorable.
Miss Match is the first book in the Lauren Holbrook series and I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series one of these days. I think Erynn Mangum is a writer whose books I will seek out in the future. I really enjoyed Miss Match and I strongly recommend it if your life needs a little comic relief.
Posted by
Carly Kendall
on
3/14/2010 10:22:49 AM
Not Just for Twentysomethings
Any novel that features a coffee cup on the cover draws my attention. Erynn Mangum knows how to to entice the coffee-lover into the world of Lauren Holbrook, star of Miss Match.
Lauren's career in photography brings her in contact with families, business people, and singles from all walks of life. But her real devotion surfaces as she matches her friends with prospective mates. Just like Yente from Fiddler on the Roof, Lauren discovers that our assumptions about the perfect match are often wrong.
Mangum uses peripheral characters to emphasize Lauren's quest. The reader discovers that Lauren wants what all women want - true love.
While Miss Match and sequels, Rematch and Matchpoint, are geared toward twentysomething readers, this fortysomething reader enjoyed the lighthearted style of each story. The protagonist reminds me of Jane Austen's Emma, innocently compassionate in her intentions to see her dearest friends happily married. Ah, to be young again.
After comsuming the Lauren Holbrook trifecta, you will be happy to know that Erynn Mangum offers a new series, also with coffee on the cover, the first entitled Cool Beans to be released next month.
Posted by
Casey Pitts
on
3/1/2010 1:03:52 PM
matchmaking!
Miss Match is quite hilarious. I like a good story about romantic mischief and coffee… and chocolate… a definite winner in my books! lol Miss Match is a bit of a coming of age as you watch Laren mature from a goofy girl to a little more mature goofy girl – realizing that when love happens it happens, even to her! As a Christian girl the attitude and the vocabulary was very much like I remember lol. She was easy to relate to and loveable. Quotes of famous books are thrown in there, like the Princess Bride had me rolling not to mention some Pride and Prejudice… and worst part about it is that I remember doing that with the “English accent” as well.
Posted by
amydeanne
on
1/14/2010 12:53:14 PM
matchmaking!
Miss Match is quite hilarious. I like a good story about romantic mischief and coffee… and chocolate… a definite winner in my books! lol Miss Match is a bit of a coming of age as you watch Laren mature from a goofy girl to a little more mature goofy girl – realizing that when love happens it happens, even to her! As a Christian girl the attitude and the vocabulary was very much like I remember lol. She was easy to relate to and loveable. Quotes of famous books are thrown in there, like the Princess Bride had me rolling not to mention some Pride and Prejudice… and worst part about it is that I remember doing that with the “English accent” as well.
Posted by
amydeanne
on
1/14/2010 12:53:00 PM
matchmaking!
Miss Match is quite hilarious. I like a good story about romantic mischief and coffee… and chocolate… a definite winner in my books! lol Miss Match is a bit of a coming of age as you watch Laren mature from a goofy girl to a little more mature goofy girl – realizing that when love happens it happens, even to her! As a Christian girl the attitude and the vocabulary was very much like I remember lol. She was easy to relate to and loveable. Quotes of famous books are thrown in there, like the Princess Bride had me rolling not to mention some Pride and Prejudice… and worst part about it is that I remember doing that with the “English accent” as well.
Posted by
amydeanne
on
1/14/2010 12:52:58 PM
Miss Match
It's always refreshing to read a chick-lit after having not read one in a while. Here's the plot line of Miss Match...
Laurie Holbrock has a new desire in life, and that is to set every single person she knows up on a date with their future spouse. It seems to work out pretty well since they always end up getting married. When the pace isn't being met for Nick and Ruby, Laurie decides that it's time to get a little more involved and plots and ploys to get them together, and manages to some how possibly be in a relationship herself or maybe it's just part of the stage she has set. Who can be certain?
Here's what I like about the book: funny, random, odd humor and an easy and enjoyable read. Some of the one liners would actually make me laugh out loud but other times I would think I would slap Laurie across the face and tell her she is annoying.
Here's what I didn't like about the book: It is a christian chick-lit. There is nothing wrong with that but it bothered me when the characters would make references to scripture and not back it up. I wasn't carrying around my bible with me so I could make references every time a scripture was mentioned, so I didn't always understand the point that was trying to be made. Not all of us have the bible memorized and it really annoyed me by the time I finished reading the book.
Also, the characters are singles in their 20's and 30's, yet you would think they were in junior high. I daydreamed of similar plot ideas when I was 16.
That's about all that I didn't like about the book, it really was a fun read. I give it four stars. Now, I must go eat and drink something sweet, since I read about it every line.
Posted by
Jennee
on
11/18/2009 7:52:07 AM
My Favorite Book Everrrrrrrr
The Lauren Holbrook Series is my absolute favorite series ever. Its a very easy read that flows nicely. I love the characters, and I love how I can relate to what God is teaching Laurie in the stories.
Posted by
Madison
on
2/22/2009 2:40:35 PM
In Love
I love this book! A friend got me hooked! Two of my friends and myself are all reading the series and we are in love with it! I hope she writes more books. My friends and I both agree that these should be made into a movie.:)
Posted by
Liz
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6/15/2008 11:00:00 AM
...Match...
Wow, that is probably the best way of describing Miss Match. For such a young author it is an amazingly written novel. I dream of being able to write as well as Erynn, she has truly given me inspiration to further my dreams! No store around me carries Rematch, so it is on order now, it took me an afternoon to read the first book (i couldn't put it down), so im excited to see how interesting the second book is. It has just the perfect amount of romance and religion to keep you intrigged...WOW...i read the Christy Miller series, etc.-Miss Match def. gave that series a run for its money-they are my favorite books because the intertwine God in along with a great base line...I would recommend this book to any romantic, chocolate, and God loving person...
Posted by
Ashleigh
on
3/5/2008 6:28:00 PM
is a keeper
well. its me again from australia. i am still twelve and i stayed in bed till midday to finish the book. i loved it heaps and cant wait to read the next one!!!!!!!;):0
Posted by
rachel land
on
12/27/2007 9:07:00 PM
hello
i am from australia queensland and am just 12 years old. this book is great and i wish there were more like it. it has taught me lots of stuff about God and liking people. its so good i would read it again and again non stop. thanks a heap for the book. will review again when im finished it. goodbye
Posted by
rachel land
on
12/25/2007 11:39:00 PM
LOVED this book!!!
I devoured Miss Match by Erynn Mangum in a day at the beach. It was such a fun read! I look forward to ReMatch coming out in September! Can't wait to find out if Laurie and Brandon will marry or just remain friends. Erynn is a gifted writer and will capture the heart of all looking to enjoy an escape with Christian "Chick Lit" - it is good clean fun!!!
Posted by
Sue H.
on
7/16/2007 2:52:00 PM
I LOVE THIS BOOK!!!
Miss Match is a fun, expressive tale of a girl whose new hobby is playing match maker with her closest friends. Erynn is such an amazing author that I was instantly in love with each character and the whole story! I can't wait to see what happens in Re Match and hopefully the third book. Please publish the third book I won't be able to live without it!!!
Posted by
Sweetsunflower1116
on
6/13/2007 11:58:00 AM
WOW she is only 23???
I can not believe the maturity and wit this first time (published) writer shows. It is hard for me to believe she is only 23. I have read some 'seasoned' writers before but Erynn's writing style peaked my interest and kept me wanting more. Once I started the book it was hard for me to put it down.
I am on the edge of my seat for number two.
Keep up the FANTASTIC work Erynn.
-KP
Posted by
KP
on
6/13/2007 9:38:00 AM
Most Fun I've Had In A LOOONNGGG TIME!!
This was a fun, fun read! I adored Lauren and her assorted attempts at matchmaking. She is so much fun, and the other characters Erynn has imagined spring to life and round out a wonderful novel. Can't wait to get my hands on "Re-Match!"
Posted by
Deena @ My Bookshelf
on
6/12/2007 4:07:00 PM
Miss Match
Miss Match was an amazing book. I had a hard time putting it down and was reading it every free second I had. It related to me so well and helped me to realize how I need to sit back and let God handle things. I recommend this book to any girl who loves to get a good laugh and loves romance =).
Posted by
Kyleigh
on
5/20/2007 6:50:00 PM
Miss Match!!
Miss Match is by far the best book I have read in a very long time. It is impossible to put down because of the hilarious and entertaining storyline. I appreciate the use of scripture that I was able to apply to my life. I could relate to many of the characters. I cannot wait for the sequel! I would recommend this book to anyone wanting a funny and charming novel.
Posted by
Chloe
on
5/7/2007 7:54:00 PM
Miss Match
I read Miss Match on the recomendation of a friend and loved it! Erynn Mangum did a superb job of making the characters realistic and ones I personally can relate to! The book kept me laughing the whole time reminding me of embarassing things Ive done much like Lauren Holbrook, but also sent a clear christian message that we have to wait and see what God has instore for us because he will bless us beyond our highest expectations and dreams! I would definately recommend this book, and am looking forward to rematch! Thank you so much for publishing such an entertaining christian novel, that is something very hard to come by today!
Posted by
mollie
on
4/25/2007 4:02:00 PM
love it!!
i love this book! it was really funny! i can't wait until the next one comes out!
Posted by
Kelsey
on
4/19/2007 7:37:00 PM
Miss Match!!!
Miss Match is an amazing book!!! I can not wait for the sequel!!! Miss Match is a book that every girl needs to read!!!!
Posted by
Kari
on
4/13/2007 4:19:00 PM
Miss Match
I finished the book in less than two days!! IT WAS SOOO GREAT!!!! I am going CRAZY though because it just ended and left me hanging!!! I DO NOT THINK I WILL BE ABLE TO WAIT UNTIL THE NEXT ONE COMES OUT!!!!! I Loved the book because it just showed the greatest most godly guys and kept me interested the WHOLE time!! Girls, you should definitely read this one!!!
Posted by
Cammie
on
4/12/2007 7:54:00 PM
Miss Match
I am reading Miss Match by Erynn Mangum and it is a delightful, fun book. I look forward to reading ReMatch in September to see what happens with Laurie and Brandon - do they marry or just remain friends. I love the fact that it is fun, but clean. Erynn is a very talented young lady and I hope to see many more good books by her.
Posted by
Eloise Terry
on
4/11/2007 12:05:00 PM