The Matchmaker's Gift
The Matchmaker's Gift
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Brief
320
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1910s, 1990s
2022
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Matchmaker's Gift by Lynda Cohen Loigman explores two women across generations connected by the art of matchmaking. It narrates the journey of Sara, a gifted matchmaker in 1910s New York, and her granddaughter Abby in the 1990s, as they navigate love, tradition, and women’s roles in shaping destinies.
Heartwarming
Romantic
Inspirational
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
29,155 ratings
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Review Roundup
In The Matchmaker's Gift by Lynda Cohen Loigman, readers find a heartwarming tale of family and tradition. Praised for its engaging narrative and well-drawn characters, the book highlights themes of love and legacy. Some critique the predictability of the plot, yet the novel’s charm and emotional depth resonate with many, making it a delightful read.
Who Should Read The Matchmaker's Gift?
Fans of dual-timeline narratives and heartwarming tales will enjoy The Matchmaker's Gift by Lynda Cohen Loigman. Similar to readers of The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern and The Keeper of Lost Things by Ruth Hogan, they appreciate magical realism and stories that intertwine past and present with emotional depth.
29,155 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
320
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1910s, 1990s
2022
Adult
18+ years
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