I had a little trouble reading this book because of the separate characters in separate chapters... I like a bit of continuity flow in the book and this book just seemed choppy... But it was a great effort on Ms Stauffer's part.. would love to read more from her in the future!!
Thanks Netgalley and Skyhorse Publishing for my ARC!

I don't read a lot of contemporary women's fiction (my preferred genre is historical women’s fiction), but I'm definitely a fan of the classics such as Bridget Jones's Diary. Amanda Stauffer’s Match Made in Manhattan is a worthy addition to the genre.

The story is told in the first person by Alison, a New Yorker in her late twenties who decides to join Match.com after a long-term relationship fizzles out. The novel focuses on her dates with a wide variety of men. I was surprised how quickly I became invested in Alison’s dates (my dating years are long over), but that investment was due to the charm of Stauffer’s narrative voice, which is chatty, personal, and genuine. I was transported back to my 20’s and felt like I was commiserating with a friend about our strange dates. Each man has something to recommend him (or at least something entertaining about him), from “Breakup Brendan” to “John the Secret Agent.” Some men seem perfect on paper (or onscreen), but once she meets them in person, Alison isn’t attracted to them. Others obviously have no long-term relationship potential, but she can’t resist the chemistry she feels with them. And there’s also that man who seems wonderful and whom her friends adore, but there’s something just a little . . . off.

I love Stauffer’s humor, which has exactly the right blend of wry truth ("The more often you go on dates, the more you start to feel like you're dating yourself") and laugh-out-loud realizations (“Matt, Marc, the Lukes, John, James, Paul . . . when I picture them in that sequence, they sound like the New Testament of bachelors”).

Alison's job as an architectural conservator is fascinating, and I would have liked to learn more about her work life and read more scenes with her on the job. I also would have liked to see more scenes dramatized instead of merely talked about (the old “show, don’t tell” problem). The novel is very dialogue-heavy, and occasionally I lost track of who was speaking, so more dialogue tags would have helped.

Full disclosure: I met the author online in a Facebook group for debut novelists. I’d like to thank NetGalley for an advance reader copy.

If you’re looking for a delightful, fast-paced read, you’ll enjoy Alison’s adventures in dating!

I found this book disappointing. I wanted to give Alison a good shake as she really is shallow. I also found the ending to be abrupt and wasn't worth the effort of finishing the book.

Reading this title made for a fun few evenings. I seriously looked forward to seeing what new 'match' Alison would date next. It also had me grateful to NOT be in the dating scene these days.

If you enjoy a good romantic comedy, this could be a great read for you as well. There is plenty of humor found in the pages. And, I love how Alison gives her dates "the pants speech" as in "my pants are not coming off tonight!" This is a refreshing change from many modern romances that are hyperfocused on sex.

It is also a great example of how there are many paths our life can take. And, that there is nothing wrong with having male friends!

Story about Alison who has just finished a dead end relationship and decides to join an online dating site and explore dating in New York. It's a tale about all the characters she meets along the way - some straightforward and some not. It's also a tale about female empowerment and support and she frequently has to give the 'pants speech' so her dates are in no doubt that Alison is not going to put out on the first date. A fast moving story that has lots of laughs. Great escapist reading.

Alison has just had a long-term relationship end and turns to her computer to jump back into the dating world. What follows is a hilarious diary of one dating mishap after another in her search for true love. The book is so realistic and her descriptions of dating, New York City and her job as a restorer of archetecture so spot-on, that it feels like you are listening to your best friend talk about her dating experiences. You almost forget its a work of fiction! This was one of those books that, when I wasn't reading it, I was dying to get back to it to hear about her next date. I found myself hoping this date would turn out to be "the one"! Without giving away any spoilers, I have to say I wished the ending went a different way. But, like life, in the book things don't always work out as you expect. Overall, It was a super entertaining read and a little different than the typical contemporary womens romance. Well worth your time!

I didn't complete reading this book as it was too bitty and disjointed to enjoy. Moreover I got confused about the people she was dating and lost track and had to keep reading chapters again.

Unfortunately, I was so confused in reading just the first few chapters of this book that I had to give up. Who is this main character? Why does she talk like a teenager?I just couldn't.

I really enjoyed this story of internet dating in New York City. The characters were interesting, and each one different. A very good light hearted read.

Reading this book made me remember just how hard it is to date. The independent women knows her own mind, has her own morals and beliefs and should stick with them This book follows newly single Alison as she joins a dating site and go through many dates trying to find the one that leaves her feeling sparkly. Do you wonder if she finds any princes among the toads, will she find the one? Or will she realize she was looking for the wrong thing? This book was full of several emotions that lasted until the reader turned the last page. Thank you NetGalley and Amanda Stauffer for letting me read and give a honest review of this book.

A light, fun read with a sense of humor. We follow Alison on some great dates, and on some terrible ones we can rejoice that we're not on ourselves.

“Match Made in Manhattan” is the perfect book for anyone who loves chick-lit. I, being such a person, thoroughly enjoyed reading Stauffer’s adorable tale of a young woman in the city who is looking for a chance to start daTing again.

“Match” tells the story of Alison, a serial-monogamist who has recently broken up with a long-time boyfriend and is looking for a fresh start. Because she has only engaged in serious relationships during her adult life, she never had a true dating experience and has no idea where to begin. Thanks to Match.com’s six-month free offer, Alison decides to give internet dating a chance.
Alison meets a plethora of men who introduce her to new sides of herself and help her to understand more of what she’s searching for in a partner. There are several suiters I enjoyed—James, Young Luke, Old Luke, Dan—but ultimately it was difficult for me to “ship” anyone other than Young Luke. His relationship with Alison was electric; and, while that was initially daunting, it was a growing experience for her.

I loved Alison’s character: She does not care about being judged, she doesn’t rely on anyone to take care of her, and she has the sensibility not to have sex with all the men she dates. She is well educated (Yale and Columbia), and her job is off-the-beaten-path (conservation work). Alison is a character with whom all women can relate, because we have all found ourselves looking for love and, instead, have ended up just getting a great story to tell our friends later.

“Match Made in Manhattan” would have been a solid five stars for me, in its genre, if not for the ending. Though the conclusion was probably the more practical route, I am not usually looking for practicality in my chick-lit. I would have preferred for the book to end in a heart-fluttering scene. Regardless, I still felt that “Match” was a well-worth read, as it kept me smiling and laughing throughout.