A No-Spice Friends to Lovers Christian Chick Lit
PAULA'S REVIEW:
This was a fun foray into a fashion designer with a self image problem.
Clever dialogue makes this cute story sing.
Mari is a fashion designer who crafts unusual clothes. I appreciate learning about the art of designing since I have been sewing for 60 years. I loved the angle of matchmaker Aunt Theresa planning Monday dates for Mari, although it has been 3 years of not finding that special person. “I had learned to expect every Monday to be a disappointment. So far, my expectations had been met.” One criteria with no exception--her date must be a Christian. Lots of funny moments when Mari critiques her dates with internal dialogue. She always discusses the dates with her favorite barista at her favorite coffee shop. Q is a Christian too and offers advice and suggestions. Could her special person be right in front of her?
Her big fashion break comes when a famous actress wants her to design something unique, which turns out great after many false starts and some snarky reviews. The witty banter is just priceless.
I will definitely read this author again.
*A complimentary copy of this book was provided by the author. I was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are mine alone.*5 stars and a strong faith theme
BackCover Blurb:
I thought between finding an acceptable date and winning a fashion design contest, the first would be easier.
But with 135 bad dates behind me and an award in my hands, it seems I was wrong. It’s not like I’m super picky. Give me a nice, solid Christian guy who also happens to be the love of my life, and I would be 100% satisfied.
Luckily, distractions careen in faster than a speeding train: finding a new friend group, starting up a dressmaking studio, and trying to ignore the hollow pit in my stomach from the snide comments of fashion critics.
To top the list of distractions, my pseudo-therapist barista named Q is falling in love with a pretty customer. Given his rock-like personality and his inability to communicate with strangers beyond a grunt, I’ve come up with the fabulous plan for us to go on a fake date and give each other tips.
Because with one platonic date between two totally platonic friends, what could go wrong?
September, 2026 Available in digital ebook and paperback at Amazon
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