wakela's review
5.0
I found this book very fun to read. I absolutely loved the meddling Grandmas. There were so cute. They sort of reminded me of my grandma, Nan. I could picture her doing some of the things they did. It gave me a nice chuckle!
I felt like Kaye Dacus did a wonderful job of creating very believable characters. I think that Dylan and Caylor were such a great match for each other. I was rooting for them the whole time.
And of course, Dylan’s brothers were great too. Hopefully, we will see more of them in the years to come.
This is book 2 and I will definitely be going back to locate book 1 to read.
You should definitely head over to Kaye’s website. She has tons of great behind-the-scenes looks into this story.
In conjunction with the Wakela's World Disclosure Statement, I received a product in order to enable my review. No other compensation has been received. My statements are an honest account of my experience with the brand. The opinions stated here are mine alone.
I felt like Kaye Dacus did a wonderful job of creating very believable characters. I think that Dylan and Caylor were such a great match for each other. I was rooting for them the whole time.
And of course, Dylan’s brothers were great too. Hopefully, we will see more of them in the years to come.
This is book 2 and I will definitely be going back to locate book 1 to read.
You should definitely head over to Kaye’s website. She has tons of great behind-the-scenes looks into this story.
In conjunction with the Wakela's World Disclosure Statement, I received a product in order to enable my review. No other compensation has been received. My statements are an honest account of my experience with the brand. The opinions stated here are mine alone.
blackngoldgirlsbookspot's review
4.0
4 out of 5 stars
If you are a fan of "fluff" romance than The Art of Romance probably isn't what you're looking for but if you like your books to feature realistic heroines with well-researched storylines I highly suggest picking up a Kaye Dacus novel. Having read all of her previous contemporary romances it's safe to say that she's got the smart, independent, educated lead down pat. There are no "too dumb to function" heroines to be found and yet they are not without flaws.
In this, the second installment of the Matchmakers series, we once again meet Caylor Evans, a thirty-something English professor by day and romance writer by night and struggling artist, Dylan Bradley. Neither Caylor or Dylan are looking for a relationship, Caylor having to take care of her aging grandmother and Dylan having just left a disastrous relationship with a former colleague, but God and grandmas are a team that will not be thwarted. Where Love Remains didn't include a lot from the meddling grandmas, this book more than made up for it. From setting up a "fantastic" kitchen remodel to painting daisies in an art class for seniors Sassy and Perty were unstoppable and I loved them. If anyone knows about grannies concerned for their still single grandkids, it's me and these two matriarchs were right on target.
As much as I loved the Sassy, Perty, and Caylor, Dylan wasn't my favorite hero. I definitely liked him towards the end of the book when he learned to be a little more assertive. I guess I am so used to the big, strong, alpha male heroes that Dylan came as a bit of a shock allowing his ex-girlfriend and his family to have so much control in his life. Not only was he a bit diffident but also a lot younger than Caylor. That said, I really appreciated Ms. Dacus breaking the mold so to speak with this story and making it reflect modern day trends, I just have to get used to it I think! Altogether, The Art of Romance is a terrific book and perfect for today's Christian reader.
If you are a fan of "fluff" romance than The Art of Romance probably isn't what you're looking for but if you like your books to feature realistic heroines with well-researched storylines I highly suggest picking up a Kaye Dacus novel. Having read all of her previous contemporary romances it's safe to say that she's got the smart, independent, educated lead down pat. There are no "too dumb to function" heroines to be found and yet they are not without flaws.
In this, the second installment of the Matchmakers series, we once again meet Caylor Evans, a thirty-something English professor by day and romance writer by night and struggling artist, Dylan Bradley. Neither Caylor or Dylan are looking for a relationship, Caylor having to take care of her aging grandmother and Dylan having just left a disastrous relationship with a former colleague, but God and grandmas are a team that will not be thwarted. Where Love Remains didn't include a lot from the meddling grandmas, this book more than made up for it. From setting up a "fantastic" kitchen remodel to painting daisies in an art class for seniors Sassy and Perty were unstoppable and I loved them. If anyone knows about grannies concerned for their still single grandkids, it's me and these two matriarchs were right on target.
As much as I loved the Sassy, Perty, and Caylor, Dylan wasn't my favorite hero. I definitely liked him towards the end of the book when he learned to be a little more assertive. I guess I am so used to the big, strong, alpha male heroes that Dylan came as a bit of a shock allowing his ex-girlfriend and his family to have so much control in his life. Not only was he a bit diffident but also a lot younger than Caylor. That said, I really appreciated Ms. Dacus breaking the mold so to speak with this story and making it reflect modern day trends, I just have to get used to it I think! Altogether, The Art of Romance is a terrific book and perfect for today's Christian reader.
lmblanchard's review
2.0
I couldn't actually make it to the end. It was a little too bland for me. The characters were either angsty or they were guilty over non-existent problems. Writing "secular" romance novels? Give me a break. Though having an emotionally manipulating tryst with your department head is something a character would have to struggle to get over, some of it made me roll my eyes over-much.
And last but not least - the idea of interfering church biddies playing match maker isn't adorable. It's horrifying. Stay out of these single adults' business! They need no help from you to get together, omg
And last but not least - the idea of interfering church biddies playing match maker isn't adorable. It's horrifying. Stay out of these single adults' business! They need no help from you to get together, omg
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