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Matchmaking Mamas #20
Christmastime Courtship
Stop...in the name of love
What kind of motorcycle cop gives a speeding ticket around Christmas? One as by the book as Colin Kirby. But when he stops pediatric oncology nurse Miranda Steele, little does he know that she's about to zoom straight into his heart. Or that the Matchmaking Mamas have the unlucky-in-love pair straight in their sights...
After a childhood tragedy, bright-as-sunshine Miranda's used to making the best of any situation. So she knows the handsome policeman represents an opportunity: he needs to visit her sick kids at the hospital. But Miranda quickly realizes the closed-off Colin is in need of her help just as much as any of those she volunteers for. And she's determined to work her way into his heart this holiday season.
What kind of motorcycle cop gives a speeding ticket around Christmas? One as by the book as Colin Kirby. But when he stops pediatric oncology nurse Miranda Steele, little does he know that she's about to zoom straight into his heart. Or that the Matchmaking Mamas have the unlucky-in-love pair straight in their sights...
After a childhood tragedy, bright-as-sunshine Miranda's used to making the best of any situation. So she knows the handsome policeman represents an opportunity: he needs to visit her sick kids at the hospital. But Miranda quickly realizes the closed-off Colin is in need of her help just as much as any of those she volunteers for. And she's determined to work her way into his heart this holiday season.
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published November 21, 2017
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Marie Ferrarella
1,228 books277 followersMarie Rydzynski-Ferrarella
aka Marie Charles, Marie Michael, Marie Nicole, Marie Ferrarella
Marie Rydzynski was born on March 28 in West Germany to Polish parents. She moved to America at the age of four. For an entire year, Marie and her family explored the eastern half of the country before finally settling in New York.
Marie swears she was born writing, "which must have made the delivery especially hard for my mother." From an early age, Marie's parents would find her watching television or tucked away in some private place, writing at a furious pace. "Initially, I began writing myself into my favourite shows. I was a detective on '77 Sunset Strip,' the missing Cartwright sibling they never talked about on 'Bonanza' and the 'Girl from U.N.C.L.E.' before there was a 'Girl from U.N.C.L.E.,' not to mention an active participant in the serialized stories of 'The Mickey Mouse Club.'" Marie began to write her first romance novel when she was 11 years old, although she claims that, at the time, she didn't even realize it was a romance! She scribbled off and on, while dreaming of a career as an actress.
Marie was only 14 when she first laid eyes on the man she would marry, truly her first love, Charles Ferrarella. During her days at Queens College, New York, acting started to lose its glamour as Marie spent more and more time writing. After receiving her English degree, specialising in Shakespearean comedy, Marie and her family moved to Southern California, where she still resides today.
After an interminable seven weeks apart, Charles decided he couldn't live without her and came out to California to marry his childhood sweetheart. Ever practical, Marie was married in a wash-and-wear wedding dress that she sewed herself, appliqués and all. "'Be prepared' has always been my motto,"the author jokes. This motto has been stretched considerably by her two children, Nikky and Jessi, "but basically, it still applies," she says.
In November of 1981, she sold her first novel for Harlequin. Marie, who now has written over 150 novels, has one goal: to entertain, to make people laugh and feel good. "That's what makes me happy," she confesses. "That, and a really good romantic evening with my husband." She's keeping her fingers crossed that her reader's enjoy reading her books as much as she enjoyed writing them.
aka Marie Charles, Marie Michael, Marie Nicole, Marie Ferrarella
Marie Rydzynski was born on March 28 in West Germany to Polish parents. She moved to America at the age of four. For an entire year, Marie and her family explored the eastern half of the country before finally settling in New York.
Marie swears she was born writing, "which must have made the delivery especially hard for my mother." From an early age, Marie's parents would find her watching television or tucked away in some private place, writing at a furious pace. "Initially, I began writing myself into my favourite shows. I was a detective on '77 Sunset Strip,' the missing Cartwright sibling they never talked about on 'Bonanza' and the 'Girl from U.N.C.L.E.' before there was a 'Girl from U.N.C.L.E.,' not to mention an active participant in the serialized stories of 'The Mickey Mouse Club.'" Marie began to write her first romance novel when she was 11 years old, although she claims that, at the time, she didn't even realize it was a romance! She scribbled off and on, while dreaming of a career as an actress.
Marie was only 14 when she first laid eyes on the man she would marry, truly her first love, Charles Ferrarella. During her days at Queens College, New York, acting started to lose its glamour as Marie spent more and more time writing. After receiving her English degree, specialising in Shakespearean comedy, Marie and her family moved to Southern California, where she still resides today.
After an interminable seven weeks apart, Charles decided he couldn't live without her and came out to California to marry his childhood sweetheart. Ever practical, Marie was married in a wash-and-wear wedding dress that she sewed herself, appliqués and all. "'Be prepared' has always been my motto,"the author jokes. This motto has been stretched considerably by her two children, Nikky and Jessi, "but basically, it still applies," she says.
In November of 1981, she sold her first novel for Harlequin. Marie, who now has written over 150 novels, has one goal: to entertain, to make people laugh and feel good. "That's what makes me happy," she confesses. "That, and a really good romantic evening with my husband." She's keeping her fingers crossed that her reader's enjoy reading her books as much as she enjoyed writing them.
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November 19, 2018
Like another reviewer has stated, I usually really enjoy Marie Ferrarella's books, but this one, not so much. The main character, Miranda, seemed too perfect to be true with all her volunteer roles, and I didn't feel like her character went on a journey at all - she didn't seem to have any flaws whatsoever (except for working too hard, which she managed well).
Similarly, the main male character, Colin, just seemed grumpy and unlikeable most of the time. And although his backstory was mentioned, I didn't feel like any changes in him were gradual - one minute he was his usual grumpy self and the next he was desperate to move in with Miranda.
Also, although the story was set at Christmas it didn't have loads of Christmas references, I could have read it at any time of the year. It's just a personal thing, but when I read stories set at Christmas I like them to go all out with Christmas details!
All in all, an easy read, but I have read better.
Similarly, the main male character, Colin, just seemed grumpy and unlikeable most of the time. And although his backstory was mentioned, I didn't feel like any changes in him were gradual - one minute he was his usual grumpy self and the next he was desperate to move in with Miranda.
Also, although the story was set at Christmas it didn't have loads of Christmas references, I could have read it at any time of the year. It's just a personal thing, but when I read stories set at Christmas I like them to go all out with Christmas details!
All in all, an easy read, but I have read better.
October 17, 2018
This book left me disappointed. I'll start by saying that I usually like Marie Ferrarella stories and her writing, but this book wasn't one of her best work!
Miranda is the type of woman who sees the world as a glass half full. She is outgoing and has a bright personalities while her male counterpart, Colin, sees the world as a glass half empty. He is dark and looks for the worst in every situation. Basically the two are the complete opposite of each other.
I felt like Marie built up the suspense for the relationship between Miranda and Colin, but then she rushed through it at the end like she was running out of pages to write. I think the story could have been a little bit longer and less rushed at the end.
The story has a cute idea as the plot, but I wouldn't recommend this book.
Miranda is the type of woman who sees the world as a glass half full. She is outgoing and has a bright personalities while her male counterpart, Colin, sees the world as a glass half empty. He is dark and looks for the worst in every situation. Basically the two are the complete opposite of each other.
I felt like Marie built up the suspense for the relationship between Miranda and Colin, but then she rushed through it at the end like she was running out of pages to write. I think the story could have been a little bit longer and less rushed at the end.
The story has a cute idea as the plot, but I wouldn't recommend this book.
January 1, 2018
3.5 stars...
Ok, maybe its because its Christmastime and this book is a holiday novel, but it was just a nice, easy read. Sure, there were issues (the time from Colin fighting his feelings until they want to move in together is lightening speed), but I just really liked both characters and wanted to see them happy together.
Miranda was a do-gooder and spent a lot of time chasing Colin to help him, but it fit with the story and didn’t bother me much. Colin had a fear of losing those close to him so he excelled at pushing people away, but I really really wanted him to get an HEA.
Could’ve been higher rated if the author added about 50-70 pages showing them in their relationship.
Ok, maybe its because its Christmastime and this book is a holiday novel, but it was just a nice, easy read. Sure, there were issues (the time from Colin fighting his feelings until they want to move in together is lightening speed), but I just really liked both characters and wanted to see them happy together.
Miranda was a do-gooder and spent a lot of time chasing Colin to help him, but it fit with the story and didn’t bother me much. Colin had a fear of losing those close to him so he excelled at pushing people away, but I really really wanted him to get an HEA.
Could’ve been higher rated if the author added about 50-70 pages showing them in their relationship.
January 15, 2018
I read a lot of romance novels and this one is not poorly written by any means, but I still have to give it two stars. I loved the inclusion of Christmas activities (decorating a tree, kissing santa, etc) but Miranda just rubbed me the wrong way. She was annoyingly insistent and a little bit of a Mary sue. I mean, she works in the children's cancer unit, an animal shelter, a woman's shelter, and she fosters pets??? I really would have liked if the novel got more into her past and maybe showed a bit of vulnerability with her.
I wouldn't say it's not worth the read. It really did brighten my Christmas. But it's not my favorite novel I've read.
I wouldn't say it's not worth the read. It really did brighten my Christmas. But it's not my favorite novel I've read.
November 6, 2019
Pulled over for speeding, nurse Miranda Steele meets Policeman Colin Kirby. Surprisingly for both of them he doesn’t issue a ticket, just a warning. What comes next surprises them both even further and a friendship begins. For a man who doesn’t want ties or commitments, Colin finds himself intrigued by Miranda and can’t stay away from her. Miranda already knows that Colin is better with her and deserves happiness. Marie knows how to write characters that are down to earth and this book is no exception a good read that had me wishing for the HEA both characters deserved
December 2, 2017
A really fun story to read at this time of the year. Miranda a vivacious nurse who volunteers at a homeless shelter and animal shelter meets Colin a quiet police officer. Watch as sparks fly and these opposites fall in love.
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