Review: Matched and Married by Kathleen Fuller

My rating: 5 stars / It was amazing

Synopsis

Margaret Yoder is a free spirit, to the worry of her mother. When her mother sees an advertisement encouraging want-to-be brides to visit the Amish community of Birch Creek, she forces Margaret to make another visit to her cousins, the Yoders. 

When Margaret arrives, she discovers everyone has marriage on their mind, except for Ezra Bontrager, who has problems of his own to deal with, and the last thing he needs is to be pressured into getting married. Since the advertisement was first placed, several women have arrived in Birch Creek, and Ezra sees that the tables have turned for the bachelors in his community. He finds Margaret refreshing, since she’s the one single woman who isn’t trying to pin him down as a husband. But that doesn’t mean he’s attracted to her . . . or does it?

My Review

It's always fun when the main character has some quirks, and Ezra is definitely unique. He's a workaholic on his father's farm, so much so that his family forces him to take a vacation from chores. He and Margaret meet while he is practicing foraging in the woods like his grandfather did, and an unlikely friendship blossoms... somewhat awkwardly. I enjoyed their mishaps, banter, and growing feelings as they continue to meet during Ezra's sabbatical. The concept of someone with a wonderful personality growing more attractive as you get to know them is one that Margaret discovers, and helps her realize what she really wants in her life. I really enjoyed reading this book and am looking forward to the next in the series!

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