mckellstar's review against another edition
5.0
4.5/5
I really enjoyed this book! I loved seeing a middle-aged single mother as our protagonist, and a younger, hot guy with a heart of gold as her love interest. April and Mitch were such a nice balance for each other and they had real world problems to deal with such as what if the younger person wants kids when the older person is done having kids, how do you navigate dating/being in a relationship with one of your child's past teachers (especially when their aunt married another teacher, haha!), and how do you support your partner when the majority of their family doesn't JUST to name a few!
One thing I didn't like about this book, however, was the (at times) odd pacing. I felt like there were too many mini conflicts in this book, and I was surprised at how quickly the fake-dating was introduced and how late the Ren faire was introduced. Because of the timeline, it made me confused about how the book would come together by the end of it, and not in a good way but in a 'where are we going?' kind of way. But, I still loved these characters and will miss them! YAY for April and Mitch! :)
I really enjoyed this book! I loved seeing a middle-aged single mother as our protagonist, and a younger, hot guy with a heart of gold as her love interest. April and Mitch were such a nice balance for each other and they had real world problems to deal with such as what if the younger person wants kids when the older person is done having kids, how do you navigate dating/being in a relationship with one of your child's past teachers (especially when their aunt married another teacher, haha!), and how do you support your partner when the majority of their family doesn't JUST to name a few!
One thing I didn't like about this book, however, was the (at times) odd pacing. I felt like there were too many mini conflicts in this book, and I was surprised at how quickly the fake-dating was introduced and how late the Ren faire was introduced. Because of the timeline, it made me confused about how the book would come together by the end of it, and not in a good way but in a 'where are we going?' kind of way. But, I still loved these characters and will miss them! YAY for April and Mitch! :)
capannemazing's review against another edition
5.0
I have waited and I mean WAITED for this book. Mitch? Hilarious, adorable, heartwarming. April? Tough, hilarious, heartwarming. I love the universe the author has created and genuinely cannot wait to read more by her. Well Matched is a perfect continuation of the series. I can't wait to read more by this author!
leahkafer's review against another edition
4.0
Of the books I’ve read in this series so far, this one was definitely my favorite!! I loved the dynamic between the characters with the sunshine and grumpy trope, especially since the girl was the grumpy one here.
vboop's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.25
ryann2011's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 ⭐️
This book was cute and I love the Ren fair nods which are so nostalgic for me!
April and Mitch fake date for a variety of reasons and when Mitch falls first April makes every excuse in the book to call it off. April was a bit annoying to me if I’m being honest. Mitch was open and up front and willing to take the leap but april used their age gap and the “I need to be there for my kid before she leaves for college” excuse which (as a single mom) was disappointing to see.
I’m glad in the end she realized that her happiness matters too and I lived the grand gesture rage did to show Mitch she was all in. I also love love LOVE that april adopted an older dog!!!
This book was cute and I love the Ren fair nods which are so nostalgic for me!
April and Mitch fake date for a variety of reasons and when Mitch falls first April makes every excuse in the book to call it off. April was a bit annoying to me if I’m being honest. Mitch was open and up front and willing to take the leap but april used their age gap and the “I need to be there for my kid before she leaves for college” excuse which (as a single mom) was disappointing to see.
I’m glad in the end she realized that her happiness matters too and I lived the grand gesture rage did to show Mitch she was all in. I also love love LOVE that april adopted an older dog!!!
sageelizabethamy's review
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
puddleshoes's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Fatphobia and Medical content
thereadingcat15's review against another edition
4.0
Here is the link to my full book review:
https://thecatwithabook.wordpress.com/2022/02/26/book-review-well-matched/
https://thecatwithabook.wordpress.com/2022/02/26/book-review-well-matched/
exteenawreads's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25