Reviewed by Lesley
TITLE: The Matchmakers : A True Colors Charity Anthology
AUTHOR: Gianni Holmes, Colette Davison, E.M. Denning, Isla Olsen, Ashlynn Mills, Michelle Dare, RS Mckenzie, T.H. Compton, B. Harmony
PUBLISHER: Self Published
LENGTH: 638 pages
RELEASE DATE: September 12, 2023
BLURB:
Sometimes, finding the perfect match requires a little assistance.
Dating can be tough and finding “the one” even tougher.
But The Matchmakers are here to work their magic.
Whether it’s unexpected connections or long-term acquaintances, these stories prove that everyone has the chance to meet their perfect match.
With themes ranging from forced proximity to age gaps, and from sweet cinnamon rolls to fake wedding dates, this anthology has something for everyone.
Get ready to be swept away by eleven never-before-released novellas filled with swoon-worthy romance.
All proceeds from this anthology will be donated to the True Colors United charity.
Titles Included:
Ewe & Me by Colette Davison
The Perfect Match by E.M. Denning
Three Lost Now Found by Michelle Dare
Getting It Right by RS McKenzie
Always the Matchmaker by Ashlynn Mills
Strike a Match by TH Compton
Game, Set, Match by B. Harmony
Bachelor Number One by Isla Olsen
If The Trap Fits by Gianni Holmes
REVIEW:
Any book that is filled with stories written for charity is always going to get a good review from me. (As long as it’s not terrible.) The fact that these authors have given up their time to write these stories and to donate them to raise funds for charity is always a winner in my eyes.
You know the best thing about an anthology like this? As long as you like the trope you will find at least one story you love if not more than one. So because I couldn’t find the blurb for each story in one place, I have created some here.
This book is definitely worth a read!!
Batchelor Number One – Isla Olsen
Sutton retired from the NFL ten years ago and has been persuaded to go on a straight dating show to find his “Match Made in Heaven” so he can get a big donation for his charity. The only problem is he is gay but not out yet. Blair is the dashing host of the show and is definitely not straight. Can Sutton survive a fortnight around Blair? – A coming out on your own terms story
Ewe and Me – Colette Davison
What do you do when you are crushing on your boss’s brother?
What do you do when you are crushing on your sister’s employee?
Grumpy farmer George has a crush on sweet vet Robyn. Robyn has a crush on George. The only problem is George is Robyn’s boss’s brother. Throw in a goat called Jemima, an asthma attack and a sheep birthing emergency and you get this sweet story.
The Perfect Match – E.M. Denning
Cody has a history of finding the perfect match for his friends. So what is Cody going to do when his best friend and long term crush asks him to find him the perfect guy? Find him the perfect guy even if he crushes himself in the process
This story has a high heat level!!
Always the Matchmaker – Ashlynn Mills
Emmett, a shy librarian is a very successful matchmaker for his friends but has never found his own perfect match. When a guy comes to drop off 7 boxes of books for the monthly library book sale, he thinks he has found his guy. Unfortunately, the next time he meets Julian it is at a wedding and Julian is there as his Emmett’s brother’s date. Why is Julian still flirting with him?
Three Lost Now Found – Michelle Dare
Danny and Hale have had a crush on each other since they met. But that isn’t enough as they soon realised they couldn’t give each other what they needed to be lovers. So instead they became good friends instead. Both Danny and Hale think Simon one of the guards at the strip club they dance at is sexy. Simon thinks they are both sexy but too young and too into each other to be interested in him. Dexen the owner of the club sees things differently. Dexen thinks Simon might be the missing piece that ties them all together.
Getting it Right – RS Mckenzie
Ever since Callum set up his best friend Rachel with her now fiancé, she has been trying to return the favour. As Rachel & Victor met at college and they are all in their 30’s now she has had quite a few attempts. Unfortunately, the last guy she set Callum up with, was exactly his type until he cheated.
Hudson has just moved to town after his long -term relationship finished after his ex-cheated on him. He has joined the firm Rachel works at. When she offers to introduce him to her best friend was does he have to lose?
Strike a Match – T.H. Compton
When 50-year-old Richard’s friend Cleo persuades him to hold a charity LGBTQ+ singles mixer at the bowling alley he runs, he definitely not planning to participate. However, when a chap drops out he has no choice but to join in.
Leo has never bowled before but is so lonely he goes to a single ‘s mixer at the local bowling alley. The last thing he expects is to be matched with the owner, surely that’s not the recipe for a successful date?
Game, Set, Match – B. Harmony
Beckett has the worst luck with dates. All he wants is a proper relationship. At least he has his 6 college house mates to come home to.
Ansen isn’t interested in a relationship. He is too busy playing college football and studying. He has 6 great housemates 5 of whom seem to be up to something.
This is a friend to lovers, college romance.
If The Trap Fits – Gianni Holmes
Troy made the mistake of falling in love and the guy he fell in love with became his high school bully, his tormentor.
Maddix was a bully in high school and tormented his one true love.
10 years later a very successful Troy hasn’t forgiven Maddix and Maddix hasn’t forgiven himself. When Troy finds himself back in his home town to visit his scheming grandaunt he finds himself face to face with her neighbour Maddix.
Can Maddix find the forgiveness he so desperately need.
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