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Matchmakers Maggie Barnes and Rina Thorn are back “helping” two new couples navigate the journey to find love.
It’s a simple marriage of convenience. She needs a temporary husband. He needs the money she’s offering.
Christy Roban walked away from her brief marriage with a battered heart and damaged pride. The entanglement-free life she’s built suits her just fine, until she finds herself in need of a temporary husband.
A committed relationship is the last thing Aaron Thorn is looking for, but Christy makes an offer he can’t refuse. Besides, he’s a sucker for a damsel in distress.
What happens when the lines blur and their simple fake marriage of convenience starts to feel like the real thing?
* * *
He starts their relationship with a lie. Now he has to tell her the truth.
Disillusioned by his broken engagement, Phil Wentworth wants a woman to love him for the person he is, not the riches he has. He wants a future with Marissa, but when she finds out he lied, will she forgive him?
Marissa Stone didn’t expect falling in love would be so complicated. They are from two different worlds. What if their sizzling chemistry fades? What if she’s only a rebound romance? Can she trust him again and find her happily ever after?
Buy Book Four of the Matchmaker Chronicles for another heartwarming romance duet, because who doesn’t love Margarita-sipping, meddling, matchmaking mommas?
It’s a simple marriage of convenience. She needs a temporary husband. He needs the money she’s offering.
Christy Roban walked away from her brief marriage with a battered heart and damaged pride. The entanglement-free life she’s built suits her just fine, until she finds herself in need of a temporary husband.
A committed relationship is the last thing Aaron Thorn is looking for, but Christy makes an offer he can’t refuse. Besides, he’s a sucker for a damsel in distress.
What happens when the lines blur and their simple fake marriage of convenience starts to feel like the real thing?
* * *
He starts their relationship with a lie. Now he has to tell her the truth.
Disillusioned by his broken engagement, Phil Wentworth wants a woman to love him for the person he is, not the riches he has. He wants a future with Marissa, but when she finds out he lied, will she forgive him?
Marissa Stone didn’t expect falling in love would be so complicated. They are from two different worlds. What if their sizzling chemistry fades? What if she’s only a rebound romance? Can she trust him again and find her happily ever after?
Buy Book Four of the Matchmaker Chronicles for another heartwarming romance duet, because who doesn’t love Margarita-sipping, meddling, matchmaking mommas?
- GenresRomanceContemporary
280 pages, Paperback
Published March 19, 2021
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About the author
Janis McCurry
17 books18 followersWhen Janis was a child, her dad always made her put away the book she’d brought to the dinner table. He knew she’d try to read it in her lap during family meals. That hasn’t changed much since she’s become an adult.
Janis writes contemporary romance about smart women, stubborn men, and love that lasts. She loves slow-burn romances with heart and happily-ever-afters.
She was born and raised in Boise, Idaho, nestled in the beautiful Treasure Valley. She’s never wanted to live anywhere else. Most of her family lives here and they are an important part of her life.
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Janis writes contemporary romance about smart women, stubborn men, and love that lasts. She loves slow-burn romances with heart and happily-ever-afters.
She was born and raised in Boise, Idaho, nestled in the beautiful Treasure Valley. She’s never wanted to live anywhere else. Most of her family lives here and they are an important part of her life.
Find and follow Janis on Facebook, Instagram, BookBub, and Goodreads for updates about her books.
https://linktr.ee/janismccurryauthor
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April 29, 2021
Thank you to NetGalley and the authors for giving me a free E-ARC copy of this book to review. It was only after I had read 20% of this book that I found out that it was the forth instalment to the Matchmakers Chronicles, but is easily read as a standalone. This book made complete sense to me and was easy to follow even though I did not read and of the previous books in the series (I will be reading them now). Some character development/ background was missing with this being the final book in a series but it did not distract from the story, of which I was fully engrossed and engaged with.
This book follows Maggie and Rina who are fun likeable self proclaimed matchmakers, who go out of there way to find love for all. I thoroughly enjoyed the multiple perspectives throughout the book which allowed me to feel connected to all of the main characters (Christy, Aaron, Phil and Marissa). I was rooting for each relationship and in places was left wanting more.
April 9, 2021
Thank you NetGalley, Author Janis McCurry and Author Lynn Mapp, Mapp & mcCuryy LLC for giving me a free E Arc of this book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
5 stars
This book is the fourth installment in the Matchmakers Chronicles series, but it can be read as a stand-alone. While I have not read the previous books in this series, I was able to understand and become completely engrossed in this book. This book follows Matchmakers Maggie Barnes and Rina Thorn as they help people find their perfect match.
Christy Roban, is a wealthy heiress looking for a marriage of convenience in order to help the workers of her family's business keep their jobs. She is willing to pay in exchange for a two year marriage. One night she meets Aaron Thorn. While he is not looking for a serious relationship, he can not resist Christy's offer. Can a business marriage turn into a real marriage?
Phil Wentworth is, a wealthy heir to his family's company, broken-hearted after his fiancé broke off their engagement. He decides in his next relationship, he will hide who he is, in order to be accepted for himself and not for his money and connections. Marissa is everything Phil has been looking for in a life partner, but she does not know who he really is. Can a relationship that started out without the whole truth become the real? Does Phil actually have feelings for Marissa or is she the rebound?
These characters drew me in from the very beginning. I loved how much Maggie and Rina were careful and thorough in helping people make meaningful connections within their romantic relationships. Christy and Aaron were an adorable couple. I liked how both of them were going into the relationship with eyes wide open and were completely honest with the expectations. Their slow development of romantic feelings was such a slow burn and angst. I was glad to see how much they came to care and were not afraid to go after what they wanted.
Phil had a reason for withholding his identity from Marissa, but he should have trusted her to understand what he wanted from her from the very beginning. Marissa was a sweetheart. I loved how open and real she was with those in her life especially with Phil. Their relationship had great chemistry. Overall, I loved both couples and was glad for their HEA. I would recommend this book to those who love great romances found by helpful friends. I look forward to reading the other installments in this amazing series!
5 stars
This book is the fourth installment in the Matchmakers Chronicles series, but it can be read as a stand-alone. While I have not read the previous books in this series, I was able to understand and become completely engrossed in this book. This book follows Matchmakers Maggie Barnes and Rina Thorn as they help people find their perfect match.
Christy Roban, is a wealthy heiress looking for a marriage of convenience in order to help the workers of her family's business keep their jobs. She is willing to pay in exchange for a two year marriage. One night she meets Aaron Thorn. While he is not looking for a serious relationship, he can not resist Christy's offer. Can a business marriage turn into a real marriage?
Phil Wentworth is, a wealthy heir to his family's company, broken-hearted after his fiancé broke off their engagement. He decides in his next relationship, he will hide who he is, in order to be accepted for himself and not for his money and connections. Marissa is everything Phil has been looking for in a life partner, but she does not know who he really is. Can a relationship that started out without the whole truth become the real? Does Phil actually have feelings for Marissa or is she the rebound?
These characters drew me in from the very beginning. I loved how much Maggie and Rina were careful and thorough in helping people make meaningful connections within their romantic relationships. Christy and Aaron were an adorable couple. I liked how both of them were going into the relationship with eyes wide open and were completely honest with the expectations. Their slow development of romantic feelings was such a slow burn and angst. I was glad to see how much they came to care and were not afraid to go after what they wanted.
Phil had a reason for withholding his identity from Marissa, but he should have trusted her to understand what he wanted from her from the very beginning. Marissa was a sweetheart. I loved how open and real she was with those in her life especially with Phil. Their relationship had great chemistry. Overall, I loved both couples and was glad for their HEA. I would recommend this book to those who love great romances found by helpful friends. I look forward to reading the other installments in this amazing series!
April 10, 2021
Entertaining tale of a variety of romances with or without the help of a matchmaker. While I did skip over the intimate details, the rest of the book was engaging and delightful. My first experience with this series. Thanks to the publisher/authors for providing a copy via NetGalley.
April 21, 2021
“Spring” by Janis McCurry & Lynn Mapp
**Free copy received from NetGalley and BookBuzz in exchange for an honest review.
Story: 15%
“Spring” is the fourth book in The Matchmaker Chronicles and centers around the budding relationships of three couples. Maggie and Joe, Christy and Aaron, and Marissa and Philip are all on a collision course to prove that love is the only outcome that will work. While each couple finds their happy ending, the book felt largely like a soap opera or dramedy with a mashup of characters. However, unlike television, where these relationships would have a whole season to unfold, all three were crammed into a few hundred pages. Ultimately, there were too many characters and storylines to keep track of, making it difficult for me to connect with any of them. Additionally, connections to characters and storylines of the first three books kept coming up in ways that complicated this story. It is obviously meant as part of a series and does not stand well alone.
Writing Style: 12%
The dialogue and chapter structures were major stumbling blocks for me as I read this book. With the abundance of characters, there were several times that the dialogue was hard to follow. Further, it felt dated and unrealistic. There were attempts made to add younger colloquialisms, but these played off as contrived. Additionally, unnecessary exposition was given within dialogue, along with far too many chiché phrases. The authors, Janis McCurry and Lynn Mappswitched between character perspectives throughout the book. While this was usually indicated with a marker on the page, it also happened within the same chapter as another couple’s storyline. Switching from Phil and Marrisa to Aaron and Christy in the same chapter was off-putting and bewildering. However, I was surprised to find that I did like the Journal Entries included intermittently throughout the book and felt these could have come at the end of each chapter or part.
Characters: 15%
From the very beginning, I was unaffected and unconcerned with these characters. Initially, it was difficult to determine who the main characters were as every paragraph seemed to introduce someone new. Likewise, their interactions with one another and the unrealistic dialogue made it more challenging to relate with these characters. Aaron did grow on me, but unfortunately, there was no character development and little opportunity to connect with him or any of the characters. Despite wanting to care about Christy and her relationship with her grandfather, neither were drawn out well enough to have a real impact in the end. The seasoned matchmakers, Maggie and Rina, are a cute duo, but little time is spent on their relationship. Their friendship was likely established in the previous novels, reinforcing the necessity to read those before this one.
Supporting Elements: 6%
This story had clear elements of a love story with some possible symbolism and irony. However, these things were not built upon and subsequently lost their potency. The main theme of love ruled the day but appeared to develop spontaneously. I am uncertain that any of the relationships depicted will stand the test of time as none of them were given a realistic amount of time to grow. Ultimately, the story was not well plotted out, leaving any possible supporting elements by the wayside.
Expectations: 7%
Initially, I was looking forward to reading this novel. It does sound like a cute story. However, the execution was lacking for me. One less relationship might have allowed for more time to unfold the other two and include character development. Unfortunately, I could not connect with the characters, making this book hard to get through.
Total Rating: 55% / 100%
**Free copy received from NetGalley and BookBuzz in exchange for an honest review.
Story: 15%
“Spring” is the fourth book in The Matchmaker Chronicles and centers around the budding relationships of three couples. Maggie and Joe, Christy and Aaron, and Marissa and Philip are all on a collision course to prove that love is the only outcome that will work. While each couple finds their happy ending, the book felt largely like a soap opera or dramedy with a mashup of characters. However, unlike television, where these relationships would have a whole season to unfold, all three were crammed into a few hundred pages. Ultimately, there were too many characters and storylines to keep track of, making it difficult for me to connect with any of them. Additionally, connections to characters and storylines of the first three books kept coming up in ways that complicated this story. It is obviously meant as part of a series and does not stand well alone.
Writing Style: 12%
The dialogue and chapter structures were major stumbling blocks for me as I read this book. With the abundance of characters, there were several times that the dialogue was hard to follow. Further, it felt dated and unrealistic. There were attempts made to add younger colloquialisms, but these played off as contrived. Additionally, unnecessary exposition was given within dialogue, along with far too many chiché phrases. The authors, Janis McCurry and Lynn Mappswitched between character perspectives throughout the book. While this was usually indicated with a marker on the page, it also happened within the same chapter as another couple’s storyline. Switching from Phil and Marrisa to Aaron and Christy in the same chapter was off-putting and bewildering. However, I was surprised to find that I did like the Journal Entries included intermittently throughout the book and felt these could have come at the end of each chapter or part.
Characters: 15%
From the very beginning, I was unaffected and unconcerned with these characters. Initially, it was difficult to determine who the main characters were as every paragraph seemed to introduce someone new. Likewise, their interactions with one another and the unrealistic dialogue made it more challenging to relate with these characters. Aaron did grow on me, but unfortunately, there was no character development and little opportunity to connect with him or any of the characters. Despite wanting to care about Christy and her relationship with her grandfather, neither were drawn out well enough to have a real impact in the end. The seasoned matchmakers, Maggie and Rina, are a cute duo, but little time is spent on their relationship. Their friendship was likely established in the previous novels, reinforcing the necessity to read those before this one.
Supporting Elements: 6%
This story had clear elements of a love story with some possible symbolism and irony. However, these things were not built upon and subsequently lost their potency. The main theme of love ruled the day but appeared to develop spontaneously. I am uncertain that any of the relationships depicted will stand the test of time as none of them were given a realistic amount of time to grow. Ultimately, the story was not well plotted out, leaving any possible supporting elements by the wayside.
Expectations: 7%
Initially, I was looking forward to reading this novel. It does sound like a cute story. However, the execution was lacking for me. One less relationship might have allowed for more time to unfold the other two and include character development. Unfortunately, I could not connect with the characters, making this book hard to get through.
Total Rating: 55% / 100%
January 21, 2026
This book is the fourth installment in the Matchmakers Chronicles series, but it can be read as a stand-alone. While I have not read the previous books in this series, I was able to understand and become completely engrossed in this book. This book follows Matchmakers Maggie Barnes and Rina Thorn as they help people find their perfect match. The reader is introduced to a wealthy heiress and a wealthy heir which we follow through to see who they love. Maggie and Rina were careful and thorough in helping people make meaningful connections within their romantic relationships. Christy and Aaron were an adorable couple. I liked how both of them were going into the relationship with eyes wide open and were completely honest with the expectations. Their slow development of romantic feelings was such a slow burn and angst. I was glad to see how much they came to care and were not afraid to go after what they wanted. Phil had a reason for withholding his identity from Marissa, but he should have trusted her to understand what he wanted from her from the very beginning. Marissa was a sweetheart. Their relationship had great chemistry. My first book by this author and it was a pleasant read although reading previous books would provide additional depth to the stories. Many thanks to the author, publisher and Netgalley.
April 21, 2021
Making People Happy . . .
In this series, matchmakers Maggie Barnes and Rina Thorn help people to find their perfect match. In the story about Christy Roban and Aaron Thorn, Christy only wants a temporary husband in her plan to help the workers of her family's business keep their jobs. She is willing to pay Aaron for his time. Can something that starts off fake become real?
In the second story with Phil Wentworth and Marissa, Phil is cautious about finding a woman who can love him for the man he is and not for his wealth as heir to his family's company. He has been used once before and won’t let it happen again. When he meets Marissa, he decides to lie to her. By the time he realizes that he is really falling for her, that she is perfect for him, he has put himself in a bad place because she does find out that he chose to lie rather than be honest with her. That, of course, is not a good beginning to a long-term relationship. Will both of these situations work out the way the characters intended? Or will they lose out on something more important because they didn’t play by the rules?
In this series, matchmakers Maggie Barnes and Rina Thorn help people to find their perfect match. In the story about Christy Roban and Aaron Thorn, Christy only wants a temporary husband in her plan to help the workers of her family's business keep their jobs. She is willing to pay Aaron for his time. Can something that starts off fake become real?
In the second story with Phil Wentworth and Marissa, Phil is cautious about finding a woman who can love him for the man he is and not for his wealth as heir to his family's company. He has been used once before and won’t let it happen again. When he meets Marissa, he decides to lie to her. By the time he realizes that he is really falling for her, that she is perfect for him, he has put himself in a bad place because she does find out that he chose to lie rather than be honest with her. That, of course, is not a good beginning to a long-term relationship. Will both of these situations work out the way the characters intended? Or will they lose out on something more important because they didn’t play by the rules?
March 11, 2024
Spring
The Matchmaker Chronicles Duets, Book 4
by Janis McCurry and Lynn Mapp
Follow the journey of matchmakers Maggie and Rina as they find the perfect match for Christy needs a marriage of convenience to save her family business and meets Aaron Thorn he’s not looking for marriage but is prepared to have a business marriage that Christy proposes but can this ultimately lead to love ??
Phil is a wealthy heir to his family business but is heartbroken when his fiancée breaks of their engagement. Phil decides to find someone who will love him for himself and not his family fortune . He meets Marissa who is everything Phil is looking for in a life partner but how can she really know him when she only knows part of his life and the other sides is unknown to her. Will they survive as the truth always have a way of showing its self when you least expect it want it to. The matchmaker work alongside our couples to help them on their journeys. Will the couples find true love ? Can Marisa forgive Phil when she finds out about his wealth and can she cope with something so alien to her? Will love find away in the end? 3.5/5
The Matchmaker Chronicles Duets, Book 4
by Janis McCurry and Lynn Mapp
Follow the journey of matchmakers Maggie and Rina as they find the perfect match for Christy needs a marriage of convenience to save her family business and meets Aaron Thorn he’s not looking for marriage but is prepared to have a business marriage that Christy proposes but can this ultimately lead to love ??
Phil is a wealthy heir to his family business but is heartbroken when his fiancée breaks of their engagement. Phil decides to find someone who will love him for himself and not his family fortune . He meets Marissa who is everything Phil is looking for in a life partner but how can she really know him when she only knows part of his life and the other sides is unknown to her. Will they survive as the truth always have a way of showing its self when you least expect it want it to. The matchmaker work alongside our couples to help them on their journeys. Will the couples find true love ? Can Marisa forgive Phil when she finds out about his wealth and can she cope with something so alien to her? Will love find away in the end? 3.5/5
April 20, 2021
If you are a fan of the Matchmaker mysteries, you are going to love this novel. It's not a mystery, but then love is.
Matchmakers Maggie Barnes and Rina Thorn help people find their perfect match.
Christy Roban and Phil Wentworth both wealthy in their own right are looking for love. But while Christy wants a marriage of convenience in order to help the workers of her family's business keep their jobs. Phil is looking for the genuine thing.
Christy lays all her cards on the table for her match Aaron, to decide whether he wants all in.
Phil's match Marrisa doesn't have some of the important details.
Mysteries and love, all wrapped up in one absorbing read on the road to happy-ever-after.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Matchmakers Maggie Barnes and Rina Thorn help people find their perfect match.
Christy Roban and Phil Wentworth both wealthy in their own right are looking for love. But while Christy wants a marriage of convenience in order to help the workers of her family's business keep their jobs. Phil is looking for the genuine thing.
Christy lays all her cards on the table for her match Aaron, to decide whether he wants all in.
Phil's match Marrisa doesn't have some of the important details.
Mysteries and love, all wrapped up in one absorbing read on the road to happy-ever-after.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 17, 2021
This book is the fourth installment in the Matchmakers Chronicles series . The story is about Maggie and Rina try to help two couples find love . First couple Christy and Aaron. Christy meets Aaron and make him a offer to pay him if he become a temporary husband for her . Second couple is Phil and Marissa. Phil wants a woman to love him for him and not his money so he meets Marissa told her a lied and now he have falling for her and Marissa found out that he lied to her instead of being honest to her . Great read I love the story .
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 18, 2021
Spring is a cute, light, fun read. Maggie and Rina are meddling matchmakers who are funny and likeable. The other main characters, Christy, Aaron, Phil, and Marissa, are all likeable too, and I wanted to root for each of them. The plot was fun and light, although the ending was a little predictable. I have not read the three preceding books in the series, and it wasn’t necessary to have read them in order to thoroughly enjoy this book. I am excited to read those books now, however. Thank you to the publisher, authors, and NetGalley for the ARC.
April 24, 2021
A fantastic contemporary romantic read that's enjoyable, amazing and entertaining. The characters are well developed, easy to get to know and engaging. You're given moments where you can't help but laugh as you continue to turn the pages to see how everything works out.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 26, 2021
Wonderful and entertaining characters. There are some twists and turns with plenty of drama thrown in. Grabs you from the first page. Relationships are complicated and make for good reading. Good read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 8, 2021
I hadn't read any of The Matchmaker Chronicles before but the premise always sounded like a good one and I thought the cover of this was really cute. Even though this is book four, I didn't feel lost about characters even without an info dump. I was even a little disappointed that it seemed like this was the end of the series.
Matchmakers Maggie and Rina are flummoxed. They've been asked to help Christie find a husband... but not for love. Instead, she wants to get her hands on shares of a medical supply company that her uncle is threatening to sell off but she wants to keep it in the family (as well as make sure that their employees still have a job).
The man she's decided to match herself with is one of Rina's sons who needs the money to develop a gaming theater which sounds REALLY cool.
Both Christie and Aaron were very mature and I really wish that there had been a little more conversation between the two of them but were some other stories competing for page space. Maggie has her own B plot with a man named Joe who is a world traveler but seems to be settling down. It was nice to see. There was also a side plot of a waitress meeting a wealthy man who is hiding who he is that would have been nice as its own book.
Matchmakers Maggie and Rina are flummoxed. They've been asked to help Christie find a husband... but not for love. Instead, she wants to get her hands on shares of a medical supply company that her uncle is threatening to sell off but she wants to keep it in the family (as well as make sure that their employees still have a job).
The man she's decided to match herself with is one of Rina's sons who needs the money to develop a gaming theater which sounds REALLY cool.
Both Christie and Aaron were very mature and I really wish that there had been a little more conversation between the two of them but were some other stories competing for page space. Maggie has her own B plot with a man named Joe who is a world traveler but seems to be settling down. It was nice to see. There was also a side plot of a waitress meeting a wealthy man who is hiding who he is that would have been nice as its own book.
April 11, 2021
4.5 stars. I would first like to address the fact that this book is amazing and I loved it! I was craving a contemporary romance book, and this really hit the spot.
This book primarily follows two couples, Christy and Aaron, and Phillip and Marrissa. Christy and Aaron's story is a modern marriage of convenience, which gradually shifts from convenience to love. Phillip and Marrissa's story is a sweet romance, where Phillip learns the importance of honesty. This book can be read as a stand alone (which I did), however If you do read this book as a stand alone, there may be some initial confusion as to who some characters are, but it quickly becomes clear.
I highly recommend this book, however there was just one thing..... Christy and her friends' friendship is a little unrealistic, (like when they say to hug it out ) and kinda made me cringe.
Despite this I very much enjoyed this book and recommend it if you are somebody who enjoys a good, light contemporary romance.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
This book primarily follows two couples, Christy and Aaron, and Phillip and Marrissa. Christy and Aaron's story is a modern marriage of convenience, which gradually shifts from convenience to love. Phillip and Marrissa's story is a sweet romance, where Phillip learns the importance of honesty. This book can be read as a stand alone (which I did), however If you do read this book as a stand alone, there may be some initial confusion as to who some characters are, but it quickly becomes clear.
I highly recommend this book, however there was just one thing..... Christy and her friends' friendship is a little unrealistic, (like when they say to hug it out ) and kinda made me cringe.
Despite this I very much enjoyed this book and recommend it if you are somebody who enjoys a good, light contemporary romance.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
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