The Perfect Match (Deep Haven Series #3) [Kindle Edition]

Susan May Warren (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Warren’s characters are well developed, and she knows how to create a first-rate contemporary romance."--Library Journal

Product Description

Ellie Karlson arrives in Deep Haven to fill the job as interim fire chief. The locals in this small town, including Pastor Dan Matthews, a volunteer firefighter, are shocked that a woman would take over this dangerous position. But as Dan and Ellie work together to solve a string of mysterious arsons, their mutual respect for each other builds. Another delightful story of love and forgiveness from rising author Susan May Warren.

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Product Details

• Format: Kindle Edition
• File Size: 2463 KB
• Print Length: 352 pages
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers (May 10, 2004)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B001OW5ZOY
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #28,875 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

More About the Author

Growing up in Minneapolis and attending the U of MN, I learned to love city life, although I'm a woodsy girl at heart. Or maybe I'm an adventurer -- having lived and traveled all over the world, including Siberia Russia as a missionary for eight years. Probably that's why my characters can't sit still, and seem to get into one scrape after another -- they're too much like me! I love God, my family, my country, my church, and feel privileged every day to be able to write stories, that I hope inspire and entertain!

Customer Reviews

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Best Deep Haven So Far!, September 15, 2004

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Hurricane (Toronto) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Perfect Match (Deep Haven Series #3) (Paperback)

Wow! This book was great! I have read all of Warren's Deep Haven novels now, and while I have really enjoyed them all, this is my favourite so far. The story was faced paced and action packed from the first sentence to the last. I couldn't put it down! It was also unique in that it delved into the question of the role of women in certain professions (such as firefighting) confronting common stereotypes on the issue, but from a Christian perspective. And, once again, Warren has demonstrated the ability to integrate a quality story line that intrigues and delights with solid biblical truth. That is definitely one of the things I love about her writing. Although she's writing romance, her stories are never just fluff. They are stories about the transforming work of Christ in the lives of ordinary people who face common struggles and confront common misconceptions about the true character of God and his love and grace. With every one of Warren's books I seem to learn more about who God really is, and that, to me, is the mark of good Christian fiction. The fact that Warren is able to weave that into a story that is so intriguing and enjoyable that non-Christians would also enjoy it is a mark of her skill as a writer. Overall, this book is a great read and I highly recommend it!

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Loved this read!, May 22, 2004

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Lisa Tuttle (Indiana) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Perfect Match (Deep Haven Series #3) (Paperback)

Assigned to serve as Deep Haven's interim fire chief, Ellie Karlson arrives in town just in time to witness the fire department in action. The team's haste and confusion handling a house fire lead to mistakes that throw a firefighter from a second story perch. Pastor Dan Matthews, volunteer firefighter, lands at her feet and in her heart when he dazedly asks "Are you a dream?"

But all delusions of romance shatter when she visits his hospital room and informs him she's his new boss. His "over my dead body" retort epitomises the chauvinistic attitudes she has faced her entire career. Nevermind that she knows more about fighting fires than the scraggly volunteer squad and can outperform them physically too.

She's determined to prove her merit and earn a place of respect in Deep Haven, but a string of arsons and resistance from her crew has Ellie questioning herself, her career and her faith. Can she find the arsonist, salvage her career and deal with the sparks Dan has ignited in her heart?

Another terrific story from Susan May Warren! I highly recommend The Perfect Match, along with the other two books in the series, Happily Ever After and Tying the Knot.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Warren Hits Another Home Run!, July 5, 2004

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Diane Moody (Kingston Springs, TN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Perfect Match (Deep Haven Series #3) (Paperback)

I thoroughly enjoyed The Perfect Match, Book 3 of the Deep Haven Series. Susan May Warren is an extremely gifted story teller, always keeping her readers in suspense to the end. Her eclectic cast of characters layers this fascinating story with diverse relationships and unexpected plot twists - always a treat for voracious readers! Through main character Ellie Karlson, we take an adventure into the unique and dangerous world of firefighting, complicated all the more since Ellie is the new captain of Deep Haven's all-male volunteer fire station. Through Dan Matthews, we experience the life of a single pastor in a small town -- who also happens to be a firefighter. The stage is set for a troubled road for these two when the town is sabotaged by an unknown arsonist. The sparks that fly between them (pun apologies) make us wonder if they'll ever be able to break through the past and present obstacles to make this relationship work.

Susan May Warren's books are guaranteed to entertain, thrill, and inspire. Without question, they fall in the Can't-Put-Down category! I'd also like to commend Julie Chen's creative artwork on the covers for making all Susan's books jump off the bookshelf. Outstanding!

This is a trilogy you'll want to own and share with all your friends. It's that good!