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No Match for Love
By Karen Thornell
Historical Romance, Clean & Wholesome
Paperback & eBook, 304 Pages
September 2, 2024 by Covenant Communications
Summary
Lucas Berkeley has a secret—one he cannot risk anyone discovering. After all, a future marquess belongs in drawing rooms, not underground boxing circles. Yet with a painful past and a need to control every aspect of his life, it is his only outlet. And when his brother begins to court the one woman who could ruin everything, Lucas needs the secret diversion more than ever.
Lydia Faraday is exhausted from living a life in which she has no say. When her taciturn guardian drags her to London intent on marrying her off, she determines to thwart his plans. If she is to have freedom in any aspect of her existence, it ought to be with whom she marries. And when a solicitor turns up with new information, she thinks that just might be possible. Or it may complicate her future further.
When Lucas and Lydia become entangled in a dangerous scheme, they cannot help but become closer, even as the obstacles between them grow. The last thing either is looking for is love. But their hearts have different plans.
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My Review
NO MATCH FOR LOVE is a story about loss, heartache, and misplaced guilt. It's also about family, friendship, dreams, new beginnings and love. The characters are all well drawn and likable with a palpable chemistry between the two love interests. The plot is engaging and emotionally driven, keeping readers invested. A delightful historical romance highly recommended to fans of the author and genre!
I liked so many aspects of this story! The characters were especially favorites, and not just Lucas and Lydia, but also the secondary characters who each had their own distinct personalities. Lucas was a bit of the dark and brooding hero while Lydia was full of sunshine and humor. I thought they balanced each other out marvelously. I loved how his stoicism was met by her cheer and humor. The banter and chemistry were also excellent in this book. Both characters had past heartbreak that formed who they were and their choices, some of which they needed to work through to move forward. There was a lovely family dynamic (not as much on Lydia's side), the social setting and some suspense and danger that kept things interesting. The ending was especially sweet and lovely.
I don't have much to complain about with this book. There were a few minor things that didn't logically make sense to me or feel realistic.
In the end, was it what I wished for? This was a wonderful story! Easily consumable and purely joyful to read. I'm happily anticipating this author's next release!
Content: Clean
Source: I received a complimentary copy through Austenprose PR, which did not require a positive review. All opinions are my own.
About the Author
Karen lives in Utah with her husband and kids. When not writing contemporary or regency romance, she spends her free time doing endless loads of laundry, playing board games, and, yes, talking to those characters in her head.
