I unfortunately could not bring myself to finish this book. The writing style was hard to keep up with and there was way too much dialogue for me. I'm also not sure if it was only because it was an ARC and the format was off or if the font was not cooperating with the writing, but I just couldn't tell where anything started or ended. I'd love to listen to this on audiobook eventually, but I had to put this on my DNF shelf.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Shelia Roberts always captures me with her darling books!! She just knows how to completely draw the reader in. This book was absolutely perfection. Highly suggest!! Makes me so excited for the holiday season.

Sheila Roberts is the undisputed queen of Christmas. Another smash hit with all the holiday feels, has me wishing it was December already. I so enjoy her cast of characters and all the love and laughter she folds into each book.

A Christmas story inspired by Emma? Yes, please! This was cute and fun to read. I enjoyed it and I will check out more by Sheila Roberts! Thank you netgalley for this arc in exchange for my honest opinion.

Frankie Lane, owner of a soap shop, big sister to Stef and employer to the shy Elinor, loves helping people. Especially when it comes to matchmaking. She wants everybody to have the same love she had with her late husband. Unfortunately, as many matchmaking attempts go, things don’t always go as planned, much to her dismay.
Mitch Howard, owner of the local hardware store has been in love with Frankie for years but he is her best friend. She can’t imagine ruining that friendship to take their relationship to another level so Frankie concentrates of helping others whether they want it or not.
Sometimes love can come from the most unexpected places, and other times it’s right under your nose and you don’t even realize it.
Join Frankie, Mitch, family and friends for this wonderful holiday treat and watch love bloom!

This book definitely put me in the Christmas spirit. All the hustle and bustle of the holiday season when hope springs eternal. Frankie owns a holiday shop and Mitch owns the hardware store next door. Mitch is patiently waiting for Frankie to see he wants to be more than friends but Frankie is hesitant after her husband's passing several years earlier and tries to keep Mitch in the friend zone. Frankie wants to play matchmaker for everyone except herself. Her sister is getting over a divorce which shook her confidence. First, Frankie tries to set Steph up with Brock, Mitch's new employee but Brock only had eyes for Frankie. Frankie is interested in helping Mitch find the perfect person and when her employee Elinor falls for him that Frankie realizes the person for Mitch is herself. Definitely a happily ever after novel, perfect for the holidays.. Thank you to NetGalley and MIRA for this advance copy.,

I really really wanted to like this book. The cozy setting of Christmas. Craving hot chocolate and treats. But something fell flat. I am not sure if I just didn’t love the characters and some of their actions. I can’t put my finger on it.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

The authors writing style distracted from the actual storyline. DNF 14%.


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A great holiday read, full of good cheer and lots of funny moments! Strong female characters woven into perfect relationships by the time the story ends. Pick this one up for yourself or as a stocking stuffer!! A+

this story was unlike anything ive ever read!! my first from this author and will not be my last. wonderful story that tugged at your heart strings. likeable characters and great pacing! would recommend this one!!

This book is adorable and everything a holiday romance book, with a dash of comedy, should be. Joyful not too too heavy and just a fun trip. I loved this from cover to cover and couldn't put it down 5 star without a doubt and honestly i think this would be a very cute holiday movie.

Frankie owns Holiday Happiness, a holiday gift & decorating store in a small town. She’s good friends with Mitch, another shop owner. She’s also busy trying to be a matchmaker for everyone, except herself. Of course, she spends a lot of time and effort trying to find “the perfect man” for her sister, Steph and her employee, Elinor. But when Elinor plays Mrs. Claus to Frankie’s friend Mitch’s Santa, a lightbulb goes off for her. Maybe she should focus on her own happiness, and let others find their own.

I love Christmas romances! And I enjoyed this one!

Thank you, Harlequin Trade Publishing, for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

This one was just okay for me. I didn't really connect with Roberts's writing style. It bothered me that Frankie agreed to go out with Brock even though she wasn't actually interested in him. And it especially bothered me that he wouldn't take no for an answer! There was way too much leading on. She shouldn't have gone out on multiple dates with him if she didn't actually want to. I'm glad there was a happy ending though.

I love Sheila Robert’s writing style. She never fails to deliver a great read. Frankie is wrapped up in matchmaking for all her friends and relatives but falls short for herself. Great read. I was given an advanced reader copy of this book by NetGalley and I am freely sharing my review.

A charming story of Frankie, a widow, who is a great idea person and a "helpful" friend. As a widow, she doesn't see herself ever finding another romance after losing her beloved husband. However, she tries to be very "helpful" in finding matches for her family, friends, and coworkers -- even when they don't want help. She wants everyone to have a special person to love for the Christmas holidays, but she doesn't see that for herself.

I love reading Christmas stories and this story is very heartwarming and would make a great Hallmark Christmas movie!
I was provided with a copy of the book by NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing; this review is my honest opinion.

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This book was a bit all over the place and more often than not I was frustrated with the main character and flabbergasted by the choices of most of the characters. That being said it wraps up nicely, has all the key points of a Hallmark movie, with the holiday themed fun. Thanks #netgalley for the ARC copy!

First of all, thank you to NetGalley, Harlequin Trade Publishing and Sheila Roberts for an eARC of this book.

This is a modern retelling of Emma. Frankie is a widower who runs a holiday themed shop. As Christmas nears, she’s busy with the town’s Christmas show and some meddling. First there’s Mitch, her best friend. Then her sister, Steph, a divorcee, who has bad luck with guys. And her shop assistant Elinor, who she wants to help come out of her shell and meet someone.

But of course, nothing goes to plan and she’s left wondering what it is that she truly wants.

This was a cute story but felt a bit repetitive. Frankie kept trying to “help” others and kept getting the same advice, which she ignored. Most of the characters seemed to have similar backgrounds (a dead spouse) and both the ongoing battle with a local shop owner and the attention of the younger guy (way too childish) was a bit much. Overall, I loved the idea of the Emma returning at Christian’s but felt the execution was a little off.

Give me all the holiday romance - what a cute story about a widow and owner of a Christmas / Holiday store. In addition to her business, Franki the MC, also loves playing matchmaker. This is a great uplifting Christmas book to get you in the spirit and the beautiful cover helps give a visual to the merriness of the season.

I thought this was cute. The premise was great! I felt like there were just too many characters/storylines, which made it a bit hard to follow at times, and it also meant the character development was lacking at times. But it was a pretty decent feel-good Christmas romance novel!

Radiating with warmth, wit, and a delightful dose of holiday charm, The Merry Matchmaker is the perfect stocking stuffer for readers seeking a heartwarming tale with a happy ending. This captivating read is sure to linger in my thoughts long after I've turned the final page.