#thematchmakerslist

[followthebutterflies23]

Happy Sunday!! What is everybody reading today? I am reading a library ebook called The Matchmaker's List by Sonya Lalli. Hope everybody has a good day!! #thematchmakerslist #sonyalalli #libraryebook #ebookstagram #romancebookblogger #kindleoasis2019 https://www.instagram.com/p/CB_YiZAAjXj/?igshid=mnd0o8t96jy9

[novelnoviceya]

🌹 BOOK REVIEW! 🌹 THE MATCHMAKER'S LIST by Sonya Lalli is described as a multicultural romance, but it’s the protagonist’s meddling but well-meaning grandmother who will steal your heart by the end of this book. This was not exactly the light-hearted rom-com I had been anticipating based on the publisher’s synopsis. While it certainly had plenty of light, humorous moments — and Raina was, ultimately, looking for love — the focus on the book had a lot more to do with Raina figuring herself out, both what she really wants out of life, and how she fits into her Indian-immigrant community. . . I’ve seen some readers mention walking away from this book after hearing about a certain plot point. And while part of me wonders if the story could have been made stronger without it, it IS addressed fully within the text of the book -- and the problematic nature of it becomes part of the plot.  . . Having expected a true rom-com, I’d been hoping for a little more interaction between Raina and her potential paramour (and more romance in general), but this was still a lovely story about finding love in unexpected ways, told through an authentic own voices narrative. The Matchmakers List is in stores now. I'll post the full synopsis in the comments below. Full review on the blog - link in bio! . . Book sleeve by @loveyoumorestudio - NOVEL10 to save on any order! . . #thematchmakerslist #romance #romancereader #romancebooks #loveyoumorestudio #booksleeve #bookandcoffee #bookandflowers #bookreview #bookblogger #mybookishlife #mybookishfeatures https://www.instagram.com/p/BtjbnKBHBFt/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=92x2delxvxiy

[hellostacee]

“There seems to be a great deal of misinformation around the modern-day arranged marriage. I am often bombarded with questions by coworkers or middle-aged women sitting next to me on long-haul flights after they picked up on the fact that I’m half Indian.” ✶ Okay, let’s talk romance-y books. I’m a sucker for a story with a fun, flirty premise and the more banter, the better. I’ve had The Matchmaker’s List for a bit, but I’m going to be spending some time with it today. I’ve read part of the first chapter and I’m loving Raina’s inner monologue. ✶ For your consideration, I give you one of the books I’m currently reading. Huge thanks to @berkleyromance for sending it to me. I’ll leave the synopsis in the comments. ✶ #decbookstagram18: #onmondayswereadromance ——————— Romance as part of the plot: yay or nay? ——————— {#TheMatchmakersList #SonyaLalli #currentlyreading #hellostacee #vscobooks #booksandtea #cupinframe #flatlaytoday #bookaesthetic #booksbooksbooks #whiteinframe #readmore #bookphotography #readersofinstagram #prettybooks #booksandminimalism #lillytales} https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq74H9eB6pj/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1s6s12tkc4l5p

[hellostacee]

This week’s #StackingUpSaturday is the #bookmail edition. ✶ Huge thanks to all of the publishers who have spoiled me rotten. I am excited to get to all of these pretties. ✶ We’re off to LA today for a full day of stuff. First we have LA comic con and then we’re going to the Hollywood Bowl to see The Nightmare Before Christmas with a live orchestra. And I’m dying because Danny Elfman, Catherine O’Hara, and Ken Page {AKA: Jack, Sally, and Oogie Boogie} will be there to sing. ✶ For your consideration, I give you just some of the books I’ve gotten in the mail. I couldn’t fit all of the books in one photo, so these are some of the titles I’m most excited to read. ——————— What’s the last book you got? ——————— {#DeathPrefersBlondes #TheMatchmakersList #Slayer #FiveFeetApart #GirlsWithSharpSticks #WatchYouBurn #SkyWithoutStars #hellostacee #vscobooks #booktography #bookoftheday #booksandtea #cupinframe #flatlaytoday #flatlayforever #bookaesthetic #whiteinframe #everysquareastory #booksandminimalism} https://www.instagram.com/p/BpcZSwiAqu1/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1lzh4n3k57162