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Lauren Holbrook has found her life's calling: matchmaking for the romantically challenged. And with the eclectic cast of characters in her world, there's tons of potential to play "connect the friends."

Lauren sets out to introduce Nick, her carefree singles' pastor, to Ruby, her neurotic coworker who plans every second of every day. What could possibly go wrong? Just about everything.

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Lauren Holbrook has found her life's calling: matchmaking for the romantically challenged. And with the eclectic cast of characters in her world, there's tons of potential to play "connect the friends." Inspired by the recent success of matching her sister and new husband, Lauren sets out to introduce Nick, her carefree singles' pastor, to Ruby, her neurotic coworker who plans every second of every day. What could possibly go wrong? Just about everything. When Lauren's foolproof plan begins to unravel, she learns that a simple introduction between friends can bring about complicated results. And as she reconsiders her new role as Cupid (as well as her vow to stay single forever), will Lauren finally decide that God's plan is always good enough?

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Reading level: Young Adult
Paperback: 368 pages
Publisher: NavPress (March 27, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1600060951
ISBN-13: 978-1600060953
Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 1.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (30 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #195,845 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Chick Lit Book of the Year, May 14, 2007

By	Deborah "Books, movies, and Chinese Food" (Reston, VA) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

Lauren Holbrook has an uncanny knack for finding the perfect match for others. After all it was her that found the perfect guy for her sister. As a photographer working for her best guy friend Brandon, Lauren is now on the hunt to match her coworker Ruby with her singles pastor. Meanwhile the new (blond) secretary seems to have caught have caught Brandon's eye, while Ruby's brother Ryan seems to be interested in Lauren. Since she has sworn off marriage, this presents an interesting problem. Throw in a hypochondriac overprotective father, chocolate and coffee galore, uncooked Mexican food and numerous Pride and Prejudice quotes and you'll be having a blast as Lauren tries to successfully (and unsuccessfully) find the perfect mate for everyone except her own self.

Well, it's happened. I have found a new favorite chick lit author. This is one of the best chick lit books I have ever read. And what makes this book even more amazing is that the author is the same age as me! It's really awesome to read a book from someone who shares the same views and perspectives because we come from the same generation. Since the author is the same age as the main character, Lauren comes across as extremely realistic acting exactly as I would in certain situations. I find this very refreshing as compared to a 40 year old author trying to write as a 25 year old. Lauren is an excellent character. She dresses in old clothes, hangs out with guys as friends, and bonds with her dad. I love how Lauren really eats food, and doesn't worry about her diet. From greasy cheeseburgers to turtle pie cheesecake, this girl would rather feel full than try to be skinny. She also has one of the most random thinking patterns I have ever read about. I cracked up when reading the quote about Maid Marian's flower ring, I've always wondered about that too!! Loved all the Pride and Prejudice talk as well, especially with the mock English accents. All the characters in the story are really fleshed out. I liked how Hannah and Lauren's friendship grew in spite of Lauren's original thoughts. Brandon seems like a really good guy friend to have, albeit he can be very clueless. Lauren's relationship with her family is very touching, she obviously cares very much about her dad even though he drives her nuts. When I first started reading the book, I kept thinking I would know what happened at the end, who would end with who, believing it would follow the chick lit stereotype. I was happily proven wrong.

This is a fun and hilarious book that will make you say "This has happen to me before!" I cannot wait until the sequel comes out. Erynn Mangum has made a fantastic debut and other chick lit authors better be on the lookout!

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4.0 out of 5 stars Well-written and cute, but a tad immature for my taste., April 20, 2008

By	K. "daisy4given" (central Ohio, USA) - See all my reviews

"Miss Match" is the very promising first book from author Erynn Mangum, and the first in a trilogy of novels about Lauren Holbrook, a matching-making, coffee-guzzling, chocoholic twenty-something Christian woman.

This story is impeccably written, and the characters are consistent and relateable. I loved the Jane-Austen-esque intertwining of the relationships of all the main characters. I have only one complaint about the characters in the novel, and unfortunately, it's a big one: I was constantly annoyed by the immaturity of the main character, Lauren Holbrook. I think that perhaps what i viewed as immaturity was intended to come off as a snarky sense of humor, but whichever the author intended, it still got on my nerves throughout the entire novel.

The premise for Miss Match is cute and intriguing, although I felt that for my taste, the novel held far too much dialog about matchmaking and not enough actual matchmaking! Although, that may have been for the purpose of dragging Lauren's match-making out over the course of three novels.

Despite my qualms with the novel, it is still well-written and a fun light-hearted read, with solid Christian views that may be thought-provoking for younger Christians. I will definitely be reading the next two books in the trilogy, simply because I think the author shows a lot of promise, and I want to support her in the hopes that she will continue to write novels.

Grade:B+

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4.0 out of 5 stars Cupid and its helpers, April 17, 2007

By	armchairinterviews.com (Minnesota) - See all my reviews

With a chocoholic heroine, a hypochondriac father, and insider references to The Princess Bride and Emma, Miss Match has it all. Erynn Mangum's debut novel is a fresh and fun frolic of romance and matchmaking.

Lauren Holbrook successfully marries off her sister to a new client at the photography studio where Lauren works. Lauren then decides that since she's never going to marry, she will merely play Cupid and help her friends find love.

First up are her coworker, Ruby, and their single's pastor, Nick. Lauren's best friend and boss, Brandon tries to stop her while another coworker, Hannah, enthusiastically helps. Ruby's brother, Ryan, watches in confusion.

When the others try to match Lauren and Ryan together, they decide to pretend that they're dating to throw everyone off the scent and stop the nagging. Of course, as Lauren spends time with Ryan, she recognizes his good points and even begins to like him a little. But there's a problem: Lauren has promised her father that she won't marry and leave him like her sisters did.

Lauren's unassuming style, sense of humor, and commitment to family and friends make her a worthy heir to Emma. The inspirational elements of Miss Match are never overwhelming or preachy and grow organically from Lauren's character.

Miss Match is a wonderful and witty homage to Jane Austen, and I look forward to hearing from both Erynn and Lauren again soon.

Armchair Interviews says: Fun, fresh read.

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