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3.64 AVERAGE
I loved this story. The characters are well developed and the story has some unexpected turns. I was hooked from beginning to end!
3.5 Stars. Fun summer read, but definitely a YA novel with a little too much cheese.
This is a cute, light teen read. Absolutely nothing happened that I did not predict, which sometimes is a nice thing.
Thank you Wednesday Books and St. Martin's Press for providing me with a free digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Abby's been enamored with Leo for quite some time, so when he gets his DNA tested, she naturally follows suit. What she never expected was to find out that she has a long-lost sister named Savannah, and for some reason Savannah lives with another family. While Abby likes to climb trees and take beautiful photographs, Savannah is all about the rules and staying out of the muck. Abby doesn't really understand this new sister of hers, and things with Leo aren't the same after an awkward incident. She hopes that at summer camp she'll figure all of this out. Unfortunately for her, Savannah doesn't want to engage in the sort of fun she's interested in, and Leo is busy making food at camp. The worst part of all is that her parents have been keeping a dangerous secret for years, and that secret could change their family's life forever.
This was a really cute book! The ethical conundrums of DNA testing kits aside, it was really sweet to see two sisters learning about each other, navigating adolescence, and dealing with family secrets. Because each sister is so different, it creates an interesting dynamic between them as they partake in summer camp and try to navigate their own feelings. Abby's crush on Leo was also cute if a bit maddening. I would have liked a bit more discussion in the book about the pros and cons of DNA testing, and what can be done with that information for good and bad, though I recognize it's not always easy to organically write a discussion like that into a story. You Have a Match is a fun, sweet story from Emma Lord, and just as I had a lot of fun with Tweet Cute, I had a lot of fun with Abby, Savannah, Leo, and Connie. This one could be a match for you, too!
Abby's been enamored with Leo for quite some time, so when he gets his DNA tested, she naturally follows suit. What she never expected was to find out that she has a long-lost sister named Savannah, and for some reason Savannah lives with another family. While Abby likes to climb trees and take beautiful photographs, Savannah is all about the rules and staying out of the muck. Abby doesn't really understand this new sister of hers, and things with Leo aren't the same after an awkward incident. She hopes that at summer camp she'll figure all of this out. Unfortunately for her, Savannah doesn't want to engage in the sort of fun she's interested in, and Leo is busy making food at camp. The worst part of all is that her parents have been keeping a dangerous secret for years, and that secret could change their family's life forever.
This was a really cute book! The ethical conundrums of DNA testing kits aside, it was really sweet to see two sisters learning about each other, navigating adolescence, and dealing with family secrets. Because each sister is so different, it creates an interesting dynamic between them as they partake in summer camp and try to navigate their own feelings. Abby's crush on Leo was also cute if a bit maddening. I would have liked a bit more discussion in the book about the pros and cons of DNA testing, and what can be done with that information for good and bad, though I recognize it's not always easy to organically write a discussion like that into a story. You Have a Match is a fun, sweet story from Emma Lord, and just as I had a lot of fun with Tweet Cute, I had a lot of fun with Abby, Savannah, Leo, and Connie. This one could be a match for you, too!
whole book was fine but then i cried at the end???
underwhelmed and very predictable
underwhelmed and very predictable
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Thank you so much to the publisher for giving me an eARC in exchange for an honest review
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Quick Stats:
Overall: 5/5 Stars
Characters: 5/5
Setting: 5/5
Writing: 5/5
Plot and Themes: 5/5
Awesomeness Factor: 5/5
Review in a Nutshell: I cannot express how much I love this book.
Release Date: 1/12/2021
Publisher: Wednesday Books
Page Count: 320 pages
Premise:
If you don't know, this book follows Abby, who discovers she has a long-lost biological sister after they match on a DNA testing site. What happens next is a funny and addictive read, perfect for fans of The Parent Trap!
- Plot -
When I first heard the synopsis for this book, I couldn't help but laugh because it hit a little too close to home. Just a year and a half ago, I discovered I had a biological older sister that I never knew about (and there are even more similarities beyond that that I won't get into here). I was excited to see how Emma Lord would portray this trope (which has become so personal to me), and I absolutely adored her take on it. She captures the emotions and the struggles of this so incredibly well. I love how a lot of this book focuses on the relationship between Abby and Savvy (the two sisters), as well as their relationships with their parents. I really enjoyed watching them grow and uncover the secrets of their pasts.
- The Characters & Relationships-
We also have some great side characters and a romance plot. Each of the side characters was just as well-developed as our main cast, and I came to love them all. The romance plotline is also amazing. This book has a cute friends-to-lovers romance at the center, and I love Leo, the love interest, more than life. He's just so sweet and adorable!! I'll be adding the phrase "Benvolio-ing" into my daily vocabulary now.
- Writing -
Outside of the great cast of characters, another standout aspect of this book is the writing. If you read Emma Lord's debut novel, Tweet Cute, then you might be familiar with her hilarious style, but if not, what are you doing with your life? Pick up Tweet Cute right now!! Or maybe pick up You Have A Match first... Either way, both of these books have Lord's trademark humor and wit that had me laughing throughout the entire book.
- Conclusion -
Pros- Interesting premise (but I might be biased there), funny, cute, lighthearted, great characters
Cons- ??? I have no idea. I just really love this book
Overall- 5/5 stars.
In the end, if you're looking for a funny and cute read, with plenty of heart at its core, pick up You Have A Match. You won't regret it.
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Check out this review (and more) over on my blog!
Quick Stats:
Overall: 5/5 Stars
Characters: 5/5
Setting: 5/5
Writing: 5/5
Plot and Themes: 5/5
Awesomeness Factor: 5/5
Review in a Nutshell: I cannot express how much I love this book.
Release Date: 1/12/2021
Publisher: Wednesday Books
Page Count: 320 pages
Premise:
If you don't know, this book follows Abby, who discovers she has a long-lost biological sister after they match on a DNA testing site. What happens next is a funny and addictive read, perfect for fans of The Parent Trap!
- Plot -
When I first heard the synopsis for this book, I couldn't help but laugh because it hit a little too close to home. Just a year and a half ago, I discovered I had a biological older sister that I never knew about (and there are even more similarities beyond that that I won't get into here). I was excited to see how Emma Lord would portray this trope (which has become so personal to me), and I absolutely adored her take on it. She captures the emotions and the struggles of this so incredibly well. I love how a lot of this book focuses on the relationship between Abby and Savvy (the two sisters), as well as their relationships with their parents. I really enjoyed watching them grow and uncover the secrets of their pasts.
- The Characters & Relationships-
We also have some great side characters and a romance plot. Each of the side characters was just as well-developed as our main cast, and I came to love them all. The romance plotline is also amazing. This book has a cute friends-to-lovers romance at the center, and I love Leo, the love interest, more than life. He's just so sweet and adorable!! I'll be adding the phrase "Benvolio-ing" into my daily vocabulary now.
- Writing -
Outside of the great cast of characters, another standout aspect of this book is the writing. If you read Emma Lord's debut novel, Tweet Cute, then you might be familiar with her hilarious style, but if not, what are you doing with your life? Pick up Tweet Cute right now!! Or maybe pick up You Have A Match first... Either way, both of these books have Lord's trademark humor and wit that had me laughing throughout the entire book.
- Conclusion -
Pros- Interesting premise (but I might be biased there), funny, cute, lighthearted, great characters
Cons- ??? I have no idea. I just really love this book
Overall- 5/5 stars.
In the end, if you're looking for a funny and cute read, with plenty of heart at its core, pick up You Have A Match. You won't regret it.
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