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Make Me A Match
Make Me A Match is a Young Adult Paranormal Romance. This book contains kissing and cursing and is best for ages 14 and up. Teenager Emma Watts doesn’t believe in true love. After all, she’s worked for two years in her family’s PI business catching cheating husbands in the act. Then Owen Emerson arrives (while she’s in the middle of a stakeout, no less), claiming Emma has inherited a deceased aunt’s ability to supernaturally match soul mates. Emma wants nothing to do with her aunt’s powers, nor with the frustrating and perfectly handsome Owen Emerson. Too bad she’s stuck with both for the rest of her life. Owen Emerson is a Protector, a person fated to protect Matchmakers for eternity. A guy who does things by the book, Owen figures he’ll rationally explain to Emma her newfound abilities and they can have the professional relationship he had with her much older aunt. But as he soon finds out, Emma Watts is anything but professional. Fortunately, when she has her first vision matching two friends, she has no alternative but to believe Owen’s claims. But Owen isn’t the only one interested in Emma. When the supernatural world discovers how to exploit Emma’s matchmaking abilities for their own, she has no choice but to trust the man who holds her life, and her heart, in his hands. Check out Lori's other Young Adult series, The Mind Readers!
292 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 1, 2013
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About the author
Lori Brighton
26 books722 followersAs a child, thoughts of far-off places and adventure consistently kept Lori up late at night. After graduating high school, she came to the conclusion that there was no better way to seek adventure and nourish her love of history than to become an archaeologist. She went on to receive a degree in anthropology, but digging in the dirt during humid Midwestern summers wasn’t exactly as fun as she thought it would be.
Instead, she went to work in an air conditioned museum where she spent her days surrounded by creepy Victorian animal mounts. Still, she wasn’t satisfied.
Deciding the people in her imagination were slightly more exciting than the dead things in a museum basement, she set out to write her first romance novel. That book was soundly rejected. As was the next. Years went by and she began to wonder if she’d ever see her dream fulfilled. Until one day she came up with an idea for a book that brought together her love of history and adventure: a book now titled Wild Heart. Since Wild Heart's release, Lori has written Historical Romance, Contemporary Paranormal Romance and Young Adult.
Lori currently resides in the Southern U.S., where she juggles her time between a husband, a son, a golden retriever, a cat and the many, many people in her imagination.
Instead, she went to work in an air conditioned museum where she spent her days surrounded by creepy Victorian animal mounts. Still, she wasn’t satisfied.
Deciding the people in her imagination were slightly more exciting than the dead things in a museum basement, she set out to write her first romance novel. That book was soundly rejected. As was the next. Years went by and she began to wonder if she’d ever see her dream fulfilled. Until one day she came up with an idea for a book that brought together her love of history and adventure: a book now titled Wild Heart. Since Wild Heart's release, Lori has written Historical Romance, Contemporary Paranormal Romance and Young Adult.
Lori currently resides in the Southern U.S., where she juggles her time between a husband, a son, a golden retriever, a cat and the many, many people in her imagination.
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April 19, 2017
My Thoughts – 3 out of 5 Unicorns - I liked it!!!
***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!! Yes, I got a review copy of this book, but no one tells me what to think, feel, or write about any book!
The cover is interesting though I doesn’t really represent Emma. This is the first book in this series, and it is definitely left in a place that you expect another book.
This is my first book by Lori that I’ve read though I do own most of The Mind Readers series to read in the future. I like Lori’s writing style and the premise of this book. It was slow in parts, but this happens when I start a new series sometimes. I think it is set up at a good spot for the next book.
Emma is independent and questions everything which I like because you should never just accept what a stranger tells you. Owen is another story. I’m annoyed that he misled Emma, but he does sort of redeem himself. I’m interested in seeing what becomes of the pair if book 2 comes out. I have no idea when this might happen though.
People who like YA Paranormal Romance will like reading this book!
***I choose what I read and review based on what intrigues me!! Yes, I got a review copy of this book, but no one tells me what to think, feel, or write about any book!
The cover is interesting though I doesn’t really represent Emma. This is the first book in this series, and it is definitely left in a place that you expect another book.
This is my first book by Lori that I’ve read though I do own most of The Mind Readers series to read in the future. I like Lori’s writing style and the premise of this book. It was slow in parts, but this happens when I start a new series sometimes. I think it is set up at a good spot for the next book.
Emma is independent and questions everything which I like because you should never just accept what a stranger tells you. Owen is another story. I’m annoyed that he misled Emma, but he does sort of redeem himself. I’m interested in seeing what becomes of the pair if book 2 comes out. I have no idea when this might happen though.
People who like YA Paranormal Romance will like reading this book!
March 10, 2014
Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC
Emma was a little annoying at first just because she was so stubborn that it was getting ridiculous, especially when it came to her first match. Then when she was finally getting the hang of it and acting human Owen was getting annoying too. He kept hiding things from her and then kept pushing her away. Plus I didn't know match makers were that big of a deal until the bad guys wanted her. Plus the whole "matchmakers can't love" is dumb, how selfish are they to these women. I really got into it in the end and can't wait to see what happens.
Emma was a little annoying at first just because she was so stubborn that it was getting ridiculous, especially when it came to her first match. Then when she was finally getting the hang of it and acting human Owen was getting annoying too. He kept hiding things from her and then kept pushing her away. Plus I didn't know match makers were that big of a deal until the bad guys wanted her. Plus the whole "matchmakers can't love" is dumb, how selfish are they to these women. I really got into it in the end and can't wait to see what happens.
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December 9, 2013
Loved this book! Very entertaining- I could barely put it down. The plot twists and turns and keeps you wondering what will happen next. I definitely recommend this book...
April 5, 2023
Matchmaker Matchmaker make me a match…
This was a fun read with a bit of suspense and action. As with most books, it was pretty clear early on where things were headed, but it was easy to wait to see how it would happen. Nice job if your not looking for anything intense or deep. I will be reading the next book in this series as it’s easy to put down and pick up as needed. I don’t feel as if I can’t put it down and I don’t have the time to sit and read all day right now!
This was a fun read with a bit of suspense and action. As with most books, it was pretty clear early on where things were headed, but it was easy to wait to see how it would happen. Nice job if your not looking for anything intense or deep. I will be reading the next book in this series as it’s easy to put down and pick up as needed. I don’t feel as if I can’t put it down and I don’t have the time to sit and read all day right now!
June 25, 2019
This fantasy/paranormal romance story was quite unique. I don’t think I’ve ever read anything like it. Match-makers and Protectors, vampires, descendants of Cupid and other mythological beings. Interesting concept. No story has ever topped Brighton’s “Mind Readers” series yet, but I still can’t seem to stop reading her work.
July 7, 2019
Looking forward to the next instalment
December 23, 2013
17 year old Emma Watts has lived with her younger sister in their own flat ever since their mother moved to Florida. She pays the bills by being a P.I....which means she takes down cheating husbands for a living. So she doesn't really believe in true love. Her worlds about to change when, in the middle of a stakeout, Owen Emmerson arrives out of the blue claiming she's inherited her deceased Aunt's cottage in France....oh and her power to supernaturally match soul mates. At first Emma doesn't believe, but when you've got Demon's chasing you down, and you find the soul mate for the guy you have a crush on...it's hard to argue. Unfortunately she's stuck with the power and with Owen for the rest of her life.
Owen Emmerson is a protector, he is fated to protect Matchmakers for eternity and when he failed to protect Emma's aunt, who may have been murdered, he then moved on to protecting Emma. Owen's used to dealing with Matchmakers who are much older....they're usually crones after all. So he was seriously wrong in thinking he could have a calm and rational chat explaining Emma's powers to her and then have a professional relationship like he did with her Aunt. That's just not how Emma rolls. When Owen finally gets her to believe, the problems don't end there. The entire supernatural world discovers how to exploit Emma's powers for their own use....including the people supposedly protecting her. Matchmakers aren't supposed to know love, but can Emma and Owen deny their feelings for each other? Who's betraying them?
This was soooo not what I was expecting, for some reason I was expecting some sort of future world or something. Don't ask me why. But I wasn't disappointed at all, in fact Make Me A Match turned out to be a lot better than I was expecting it to be!
I loved Emma straight away, she's the kind of heroine I love, she's sassy, she's strong, she's used to taking care of herself although she does have some heavy emotional issues revolving around love and relationships, but I just loved her and how she handled herself and situations in the book. To me she had a very real quality, and she was very relateable. I mean come on. Who hasn't sat there and despaired about the true love fairy tales promise us, when we see our friends, parents, relations or even celebrities love lives going down the pan, whether due to cheating or not?
Owen was also very likeable, and I'm not saying that because I'm also British I swear! He tries so hard to follow the rules and to stop how he's feeling, and he's so protective of Emma it's sweet! I loved how they slowly got closer, and the attraction was there from the beginning but it was built up as they got to know each other better, and they overcame certain obstacles to the relationship.
The mythology of the Matchmakers and the Protectors was very unique. My faith in this genre has been restored because this is another of many totally unique to the genre books I've read, that is different to anything else. You've got your usual vampires, demons, fairies and so on, but the Matchmakers and Protectors where so unique and so intriguing. I want to know more!
The story is told from both Emma and Owen's point of view, alternating between the two, and as everybody knows, I do love when books do that. I loved seeing Emma's point of view and how she didn't understand Owen or his actions, and then from Owen's point of view you could see he understood why she is like she is, and you could see the reason behind his actions, and you could tell they both liked each other, and why each of them was pulling away and so on, and you just wanted to bang their heads together really!
Make Me A Match drew me in right from the first page, partly because of Emma, I immediately connected with her, and partly because of the situation she was in. From there the story was fast paced throughout, with plenty of angst, romance, mystery and action in the form of fights with demons and so on. Even the supporting characters where well written, and the world building and prose are so good you're sucked right in to the world created by Lori.
If you're looking for a fresh, new and unique subject matter in the Paranormal YA genre...then this is it! The mythology we where told was so unique and rich I need to know more! You won't be able to put it down, and the romance between Emma and Owen will have you going aaawww as much as wanting to slap some sense in to both of them! Now excuse me while I shamelessly beg Lori for a second book....please please please please pretty pleaseeee!
Owen Emmerson is a protector, he is fated to protect Matchmakers for eternity and when he failed to protect Emma's aunt, who may have been murdered, he then moved on to protecting Emma. Owen's used to dealing with Matchmakers who are much older....they're usually crones after all. So he was seriously wrong in thinking he could have a calm and rational chat explaining Emma's powers to her and then have a professional relationship like he did with her Aunt. That's just not how Emma rolls. When Owen finally gets her to believe, the problems don't end there. The entire supernatural world discovers how to exploit Emma's powers for their own use....including the people supposedly protecting her. Matchmakers aren't supposed to know love, but can Emma and Owen deny their feelings for each other? Who's betraying them?
This was soooo not what I was expecting, for some reason I was expecting some sort of future world or something. Don't ask me why. But I wasn't disappointed at all, in fact Make Me A Match turned out to be a lot better than I was expecting it to be!
I loved Emma straight away, she's the kind of heroine I love, she's sassy, she's strong, she's used to taking care of herself although she does have some heavy emotional issues revolving around love and relationships, but I just loved her and how she handled herself and situations in the book. To me she had a very real quality, and she was very relateable. I mean come on. Who hasn't sat there and despaired about the true love fairy tales promise us, when we see our friends, parents, relations or even celebrities love lives going down the pan, whether due to cheating or not?
Owen was also very likeable, and I'm not saying that because I'm also British I swear! He tries so hard to follow the rules and to stop how he's feeling, and he's so protective of Emma it's sweet! I loved how they slowly got closer, and the attraction was there from the beginning but it was built up as they got to know each other better, and they overcame certain obstacles to the relationship.
The mythology of the Matchmakers and the Protectors was very unique. My faith in this genre has been restored because this is another of many totally unique to the genre books I've read, that is different to anything else. You've got your usual vampires, demons, fairies and so on, but the Matchmakers and Protectors where so unique and so intriguing. I want to know more!
The story is told from both Emma and Owen's point of view, alternating between the two, and as everybody knows, I do love when books do that. I loved seeing Emma's point of view and how she didn't understand Owen or his actions, and then from Owen's point of view you could see he understood why she is like she is, and you could see the reason behind his actions, and you could tell they both liked each other, and why each of them was pulling away and so on, and you just wanted to bang their heads together really!
Make Me A Match drew me in right from the first page, partly because of Emma, I immediately connected with her, and partly because of the situation she was in. From there the story was fast paced throughout, with plenty of angst, romance, mystery and action in the form of fights with demons and so on. Even the supporting characters where well written, and the world building and prose are so good you're sucked right in to the world created by Lori.
If you're looking for a fresh, new and unique subject matter in the Paranormal YA genre...then this is it! The mythology we where told was so unique and rich I need to know more! You won't be able to put it down, and the romance between Emma and Owen will have you going aaawww as much as wanting to slap some sense in to both of them! Now excuse me while I shamelessly beg Lori for a second book....please please please please pretty pleaseeee!
December 9, 2013
3.5 Stars
An interesting story. What mostly turned me off were a few plot holes and a strange portrayal of things (though they're mostly just picky stuff). One example is when Emma calls Owen her Protector even though he never mentioned his title or job to her prior to that.
As for portrayal, it seems like everybody is made out to be older than they actually are. Emma is 17 but she seems like she would be in her early 20s. I guess it's good because it shows how much older she is mentally and all that, but it's also partly due to that Lizzie seems like she's older than 16. I know that high heels don't automatically mean older person, but the way Lizzie was introduced made it seem like she was also in her early 20s. I was also confused about Tony's age. I know he's somewhere around college age or older since Paula's in college, but it's hard to pinpoint an accurate estimation. When I imagine coffee shop owner, I imagine someone in their late 20s. I don't mind if that's how old Tony actually is nor do I mind if Emma had a crush on a much older guy, it's just that it would be nice if things were a bit more clearer.
One question I have is the aging of Protectors. I know they live for eternity, but how does aging work? Jotham and Falconer are elder looking so they obvious age to that level, but how fast do they age? Owen is doesn't just look 19 but is literally 19 so he's aging by the book...so will he just age until he looks like he's in his 70s-80s and just look like that for eternity? Or is there a certain point for the aging process slows down? I'm hoping more questions about Protectors will be answered in the next book because there wasn't much information given about the Protector's history and how things work. The Matchmaker's history went into a bit more in depth, but I'm still questioning why the older generation activate those powers (for those who are the descendants).
Aside from those picky picky complaints, the story was alright. The concept is great, the writing itself isn't horrible, and there's a storyline. Unfortunately, the romance was subpar for me. Both fell pretty fast for each other (even if they did hide it) . It's pretty much your typical love/hate relationship. Instead of it being this romance that slowly builds into this huge thing, it felt more like just equal chunks distributed throughout the story.
Not sure if there's a completely likable character in this story, but you're at least guaranteed to hate the people you're supposed to hate. Everyone else you mostly like, though they frustrate you in some way. Emma being headstrong, Owen a bit uptight, and Lizzie being a ditz at stakeouts.
Despite my mostly negative review, I still recommend you give the book a shot. Maybe I'm being so picky and a Debbie Downer at the moment because my college finals are here so they're stressing me out so please do try out this book before making any official judgements. As I said before, the writing isn't bad and there is a decent plot line to it so it's worth testing it out.
An interesting story. What mostly turned me off were a few plot holes and a strange portrayal of things (though they're mostly just picky stuff). One example is when Emma calls Owen her Protector even though he never mentioned his title or job to her prior to that.
As for portrayal, it seems like everybody is made out to be older than they actually are. Emma is 17 but she seems like she would be in her early 20s. I guess it's good because it shows how much older she is mentally and all that, but it's also partly due to that Lizzie seems like she's older than 16. I know that high heels don't automatically mean older person, but the way Lizzie was introduced made it seem like she was also in her early 20s. I was also confused about Tony's age. I know he's somewhere around college age or older since Paula's in college, but it's hard to pinpoint an accurate estimation. When I imagine coffee shop owner, I imagine someone in their late 20s. I don't mind if that's how old Tony actually is nor do I mind if Emma had a crush on a much older guy, it's just that it would be nice if things were a bit more clearer.
One question I have is the aging of Protectors. I know they live for eternity, but how does aging work? Jotham and Falconer are elder looking so they obvious age to that level, but how fast do they age? Owen is doesn't just look 19 but is literally 19 so he's aging by the book...so will he just age until he looks like he's in his 70s-80s and just look like that for eternity? Or is there a certain point for the aging process slows down? I'm hoping more questions about Protectors will be answered in the next book because there wasn't much information given about the Protector's history and how things work. The Matchmaker's history went into a bit more in depth, but I'm still questioning why the older generation activate those powers (for those who are the descendants).
Aside from those picky picky complaints, the story was alright. The concept is great, the writing itself isn't horrible, and there's a storyline. Unfortunately, the romance was subpar for me. Both fell pretty fast for each other (even if they did hide it) . It's pretty much your typical love/hate relationship. Instead of it being this romance that slowly builds into this huge thing, it felt more like just equal chunks distributed throughout the story.
Not sure if there's a completely likable character in this story, but you're at least guaranteed to hate the people you're supposed to hate. Everyone else you mostly like, though they frustrate you in some way. Emma being headstrong, Owen a bit uptight, and Lizzie being a ditz at stakeouts.
Despite my mostly negative review, I still recommend you give the book a shot. Maybe I'm being so picky and a Debbie Downer at the moment because my college finals are here so they're stressing me out so please do try out this book before making any official judgements. As I said before, the writing isn't bad and there is a decent plot line to it so it's worth testing it out.
July 12, 2016
I really liked the cover *sigh* It’s one of those books I had requested mostly based upon the cover art itself, and I’m disappointed. Throughout the book, there were loads of things that bothered me, and yet I can��t put my finger on a particular one, it was just plain dragging and boring. One thing to specifically;ly state though, would be the love part. I’m a biog sucker for romance (though I’m personally not a heart and chocolates person tbh). I’ve even fallen in love with books dealing with teenage, stupid sounding, light hearted romance, or predictable ones. But I couldn’t like this because, I REALLY didn’t know where was love in the middle of all that was happening. The relationship between Emma and Owen is not a friendly one, I understand that. And they kiss, that too I understand. But where on earth did love come all of a sudden? It wasn’t even lust according to me. If it was solely physical attraction, I could’ve understood they way they reacted, but it really wasn’t just physical. Gaahh…even describing it leaves me in loss of words!
There is Emma, the lead. I can tolerate, if not like, almost all type of heroines in a book, but I’ve got a serious issue when it comes to characters like Emma. Once again, I can’t specify what I didn’t like about her, since it looks like she was a dislikable package on the whole. And why is she so goddamn confused? One moment she is not at all into the whole love thing and in the other she is pining for it with all her heart. And then feeling ‘love’ for a guy like Owen, who I don’t even know how to describe. I NEED to like at least one of the leads in a book, either male or female. Here, I was at a loss. Owen lacked the character development needed for a strong hero and I really had no idea what to do about him.
The storyline lacked finesse. At times, it was dragging and at others, it was skipped a lot, without giving any details of the time in between. I’ve seen people liking Lori Brighton’s other books, so I had attempted reading with this one. But I guess I took the wrong book :(
December 8, 2013
Emma Watts is 17 and due to all that's happened to her growing up, doesn’t believe in true love. She’s worked for two years keeping her deceased grandfather's P.I. business going by catching cheating husband’s in the act and providing a roof over her little sisters head..
She has a grandmother who is to busy with appearance, a new husband and society to take an interest and a mother who is hopping from broken relationship to another man continually.. Where would she ever get the idea that love is real?
Then enters 23yo. Owen Emerson - handsome, debonair, and desirable! He claims Emma has inherited a deceased aunt’s (whom she never even knew) ability to match soul-mates. Emma is shocked! definitely not what she foresaw in her future and wants nothing to do with her aunt’s powers, nor with Owen.
But Owen has other ideas and as her "protector" he is sworn to be by her side for eternity... This is where it gets good!
Emma is a strong, feisty, definitely "negative-on-love" kinda girl - which made for a great lead character. growing up in a broken home has left disillusioned with love. Owen Emerson is a gorgeous, strong Protector who doesn't want to fall in love, is free of emotions and determined to succeed in the job fate has given him.
The relationship grew slowly and built on attraction and events. They were both stubborn characters, not willing to give in to the obvious attraction.
The support characters add a lot to the story... Overall, it was a very enjoyable read...
I really hope there is more to come in the future!
She has a grandmother who is to busy with appearance, a new husband and society to take an interest and a mother who is hopping from broken relationship to another man continually.. Where would she ever get the idea that love is real?
Then enters 23yo. Owen Emerson - handsome, debonair, and desirable! He claims Emma has inherited a deceased aunt’s (whom she never even knew) ability to match soul-mates. Emma is shocked! definitely not what she foresaw in her future and wants nothing to do with her aunt’s powers, nor with Owen.
But Owen has other ideas and as her "protector" he is sworn to be by her side for eternity... This is where it gets good!
Emma is a strong, feisty, definitely "negative-on-love" kinda girl - which made for a great lead character. growing up in a broken home has left disillusioned with love. Owen Emerson is a gorgeous, strong Protector who doesn't want to fall in love, is free of emotions and determined to succeed in the job fate has given him.
The relationship grew slowly and built on attraction and events. They were both stubborn characters, not willing to give in to the obvious attraction.
The support characters add a lot to the story... Overall, it was a very enjoyable read...
I really hope there is more to come in the future!
August 3, 2016
3.5 stars
Lori Brighton has successfully found the perfect balance between YA romance, Buffy esq action, and extremely strong characters.
Emma is a PI whose main focus is revealing cheating husbands for who they really are. She soon finds herself in the most undesirable position, she is actually destined to be a matchmaker. Trust me, the irony is not lost on Emma. Enter Owen, who is supposed to be Emma's extremely handsome protector. Poor Owen, what's he to do when the girl he is assigned to not only doesn't believe him when he explains what she is, but doesn't WANT his protection!
The reason I enjoyed this story was because both of our protagonists were strong willed and feisty. This story was the perfect blend of action and romance. Personally, I really appreciated that while yes there was insta-attraction, it was NOT insta-love. These characters had to, dare I say it, actually get to know one another! As a reader you really believed in the two of them as a team. I also enjoyed how the chapters switched perspectives between Emma and Owen. They each had a clear and distinctive voice that was uniquely there own.
If you are a fan of paranormal romance with plenty of action, this story is definitely worth checking out.
Lori Brighton has successfully found the perfect balance between YA romance, Buffy esq action, and extremely strong characters.
Emma is a PI whose main focus is revealing cheating husbands for who they really are. She soon finds herself in the most undesirable position, she is actually destined to be a matchmaker. Trust me, the irony is not lost on Emma. Enter Owen, who is supposed to be Emma's extremely handsome protector. Poor Owen, what's he to do when the girl he is assigned to not only doesn't believe him when he explains what she is, but doesn't WANT his protection!
The reason I enjoyed this story was because both of our protagonists were strong willed and feisty. This story was the perfect blend of action and romance. Personally, I really appreciated that while yes there was insta-attraction, it was NOT insta-love. These characters had to, dare I say it, actually get to know one another! As a reader you really believed in the two of them as a team. I also enjoyed how the chapters switched perspectives between Emma and Owen. They each had a clear and distinctive voice that was uniquely there own.
If you are a fan of paranormal romance with plenty of action, this story is definitely worth checking out.
December 9, 2013
I've liked other books by this author, but this one didn't work for me. With a few tweaks and a little more editing, it might have gotten there. First, the characters' actions didn't flow from their internal motivations. Don't get me wrong, I know people often do something other than what they think they should, but that's not what happens here. It's disjointed. It's hard to explain, but it bothered me.
Second, the whole I'm-annoyed-by-you-but-falling-for-you-anyway theme didn't work. They were both annoyed by each other - that part worked. But the falling part didn't. I'm still not sure why Owen fell for Emma. Lust, maybe, or pity, but even that was weak.
And, finally, my biggest pet peeve about the book:
Chapter 1: "I never should have sneaked a peek at Lizzie's latest romance novel."
Chapter 7: "It was like a freaking scene from one of Lizzie's romance novels....."
Also Chapter 7: "My life had become a horror novel."
Chapter 9: "It was like I was in the middle of one of Lizzie's freaking romance novels."
Chapter 18: "I felt like I'd just stepped into one of Lizzie's romance novels."
At this point, I wished I were reading Lizzie's romance novels instead.
Second, the whole I'm-annoyed-by-you-but-falling-for-you-anyway theme didn't work. They were both annoyed by each other - that part worked. But the falling part didn't. I'm still not sure why Owen fell for Emma. Lust, maybe, or pity, but even that was weak.
And, finally, my biggest pet peeve about the book:
Chapter 1: "I never should have sneaked a peek at Lizzie's latest romance novel."
Chapter 7: "It was like a freaking scene from one of Lizzie's romance novels....."
Also Chapter 7: "My life had become a horror novel."
Chapter 9: "It was like I was in the middle of one of Lizzie's freaking romance novels."
Chapter 18: "I felt like I'd just stepped into one of Lizzie's romance novels."
At this point, I wished I were reading Lizzie's romance novels instead.
September 11, 2016
This was provided to me from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
And I think I might have to apologize in advance.
Something here, just didn’t work for me. Maybe I’m getting in a young-adult-book-rut?
It was my first Lori Brighton, and I just found myself skimming, wanting to jump chapters, and sometimes I just felt like I was missing something for others to love it so much. (Disclaimer: My GRs feed for this was filled with 5 star reviews, which prompted me to add this. Now it’s like they disappeared.)
First my biggest problem and a problem running rampant in young adult reads these days, is this insta-love. Why is it these characters meet, hang out, kiss once or twice and then they’re in love. Clearly its lust. And as a romance lover, there’s nothing wrong with lust. Just don’t package it as love and expect me to swoon. And speaking of swoon? The male lead wasn’t charismatic to me either. Why should we love him? Why should Emma?
Anyway, I’m thinking I’m going to take a break from YA literature, unless its something from Jennifer Armentrout, or my long awaited Veronica Rossi’s final Never Sky book.
And I think I might have to apologize in advance.
Something here, just didn’t work for me. Maybe I’m getting in a young-adult-book-rut?
It was my first Lori Brighton, and I just found myself skimming, wanting to jump chapters, and sometimes I just felt like I was missing something for others to love it so much. (Disclaimer: My GRs feed for this was filled with 5 star reviews, which prompted me to add this. Now it’s like they disappeared.)
First my biggest problem and a problem running rampant in young adult reads these days, is this insta-love. Why is it these characters meet, hang out, kiss once or twice and then they’re in love. Clearly its lust. And as a romance lover, there’s nothing wrong with lust. Just don’t package it as love and expect me to swoon. And speaking of swoon? The male lead wasn’t charismatic to me either. Why should we love him? Why should Emma?
Anyway, I’m thinking I’m going to take a break from YA literature, unless its something from Jennifer Armentrout, or my long awaited Veronica Rossi’s final Never Sky book.
January 17, 2014
2.5 Read as digital ARC.
Make a Match reminded me a lot of the books I was super into during middle school, and even though I knew I probably shouldn't pick it up, the cover was so fierce, I read it anyway. Had I read this book as a middle schooler, I'm sure I would have shelled out more stars, because I was very much into the whole love-hate relationship with a paranormal twist-type story. Reading this at the age I am now, and comparing it to all of the other books I've read recently or want to read next, it just didn't compare.
That being said, if you're still in the phase where you like these teen romance-y books, and haven't overdosed, as I have, Make a Match should be a fine read. I thought there were several interesting points touched upon, such as needing to mature enough to be ready to be matched and musings on the love life of a match-maker herself.
If you like Make a Match, you should also consider checking out Got Fangs?.
Make a Match reminded me a lot of the books I was super into during middle school, and even though I knew I probably shouldn't pick it up, the cover was so fierce, I read it anyway. Had I read this book as a middle schooler, I'm sure I would have shelled out more stars, because I was very much into the whole love-hate relationship with a paranormal twist-type story. Reading this at the age I am now, and comparing it to all of the other books I've read recently or want to read next, it just didn't compare.
That being said, if you're still in the phase where you like these teen romance-y books, and haven't overdosed, as I have, Make a Match should be a fine read. I thought there were several interesting points touched upon, such as needing to mature enough to be ready to be matched and musings on the love life of a match-maker herself.
If you like Make a Match, you should also consider checking out Got Fangs?.
December 31, 2013
This is my favorite kind of paranormal story--someone gets mysterious powers and must figure out what to do with them. I enjoyed Emma's stubborn determination to take care of herself and not rely on a boy to rescue her. The conflict that leaves when she is given a Protector builds some nice tension. And the I hate you/I love you, we must be meant for each other is hard for me to swallow, but the love interest angle keeps the plot moving.
The storyline was thin in places: How does a 17 year old keep a PI business running single-handedly? Does her grandmother notice she has left? How much of this Matchmaker history does the family know? Some may be dealt with later but left some serious questions in the meantime.
Overall, a decent first book, and I would read more in this series.
*ARC from NetGalley
The storyline was thin in places: How does a 17 year old keep a PI business running single-handedly? Does her grandmother notice she has left? How much of this Matchmaker history does the family know? Some may be dealt with later but left some serious questions in the meantime.
Overall, a decent first book, and I would read more in this series.
*ARC from NetGalley
July 29, 2014
I have a problem with Lori Brighton's endings. This is the 4th book I read and felt totally disappointed in the end. I will say this one was better then the mind readers series. I love the characters Ms. Brighton writes so full of depth and interesting. I felt right there with them. The stories always keep me reading. Then the end i feel nothing is resolved and have more question yet no where to find the answers. I don't think i will read another of her books because the ends are unsatisfactory for me. I feel like it was a waste of my time. I need more closure with all the characters. There are so many side stories it is distracting.
March 16, 2016
I enjoyed the book very much but I was left wanting more. The premise for the story is one I haven't come across before and I really liked that. The stories pace was I think too fast and a lot of things were glossed over. At the end I had a feeling that there was a lot more to the characters that wasn't delved into and would've added more strength to the whole story. I enjoyed the book but it was like the ending of the book was actually a cliffhanger instead of a stand alone book.
I would like to read more of her work. These books could and should appeal to most audiences not just young adults. I'm in my 50's and I enjoyed the read.
I would like to read more of her work. These books could and should appeal to most audiences not just young adults. I'm in my 50's and I enjoyed the read.
February 15, 2014
17 year old Emma has raised her younger sister by working as a private detective, barely making ends meet. one night while on stake out , Owen arrives telling her she has inherited a gift from an aunt. She's not a matchmaker for humans around the world and Owen is her protector. When the vampires discover Emma can match supernatural beings too, they try to kidnap her. A nice teen read.
March 23, 2014
I need more!
I loved this book more than the mind series. at first, the book has the same story plot as the mind series, but I liked the way they hid from the two sides instead of chose them, like with the mind series. I would definitely recommend this to other mind reader fans.
I loved this book more than the mind series. at first, the book has the same story plot as the mind series, but I liked the way they hid from the two sides instead of chose them, like with the mind series. I would definitely recommend this to other mind reader fans.
September 19, 2014
I love this books. I just wish she will write another books. There are still so many unanswered question like who killed Emma's aunt? Who was Pet working for? Is there going to be a war between the Underworld and Otherworld? And much more. But over all it was a good book.
December 11, 2014
*1.5
honestly, i was torn between giving this a 1 or 2 because i don't necessarily think it was a 1 writing-wise but i feel like giving it a 2 is far too generous so i guess i'm putting it somewhere in between.
honestly, i was torn between giving this a 1 or 2 because i don't necessarily think it was a 1 writing-wise but i feel like giving it a 2 is far too generous so i guess i'm putting it somewhere in between.
October 22, 2015
Different
I really enjoyed the different take on the supernatural in this book. Yes there are vampires but the book mainly revolves around love and a matchmaker which I enjoyed. I really hope there is another one.
I really enjoyed the different take on the supernatural in this book. Yes there are vampires but the book mainly revolves around love and a matchmaker which I enjoyed. I really hope there is another one.
December 10, 2013
Cute story. I enjoyed it.
February 1, 2015
Ugh, I just can't. I have officially given up at page 50. Review of my thoughts up to this point to come.
June 21, 2014
Make Me A Match seems predictable. If you have read her Mind Reader series, you would see a pattern yet this one has a twist in it you might say. It is slightly different and quite interesting.
April 28, 2014
Soul matches, who knew it could be so complicated! This is a fast paced love story with evil always just around the corner. Can't wait to read more.
July 2, 2014
The only thing that disappointed me was there isn't a second book...yet. I truly hope there is a follow up as I want to know what happens to Emma and Owen.
October 11, 2014
Not bad
a pretty good book. It would have been nice to read more about the different characters abilities but I liked it well enough.
a pretty good book. It would have been nice to read more about the different characters abilities but I liked it well enough.
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January 5, 2016It was okay. I would really only reread this if I had noting else to read.
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