A review by robinwalter
The Matchmaker's Lonely Heart by Nancy Campbell Allen

adventurous lighthearted mysterious relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

A very likeable lead pair, and a well told mystery. The climactic confrontation with the viallain was genuinely tense, but what I liked most about this book was the unusual balance it struck. Historical mystery/romances with assertive female leads often end up being simply anachronisms, putting 21st century characters in 'period' settings. Amelie really felt right for the time - neither a Victorian dormouse, nor a time traveller from our days. Well done!