Review of Blind Date with a Book Nerd by Erica Dansereau and Britt Howard

This is the second book in the Bookish Romance Series by this dynamic writing duo—Erica Dansereau and Britt Howard! These two have found a way to showcase each other's talents by writing books that make you laugh, cry, and draw nearer to God. You won't be disappointed with Blind Date with a Book Nerd!

In this second chance clean/Christian romance, Ava Fox and Dawson Hayes reconnect after seven years. She’s an editor for a publishing house and he’s a computer programmer/app designer. I love the push/pull of their relationship as they fight their inner battles while trying to figure out where their relationship is heading this time around. 

Set in NYC, most of the story is centered around Dawson’s app, Blind Date with a Book Nerd. The app itself is so creative and fun it left me wanting to see it in real life (not for a date, because I’m happily married, but they did an amazing job of fleshing it out!). Despite the weighty topics, there are plenty of lighthearted moments to propel you to the end.

Romantic moments and tension fill the book, yet the main characters discover there is so much more to life than romance—especially for a Christian. I love the faith thread throughout this book and the way the characters learn to incorporate the things of God into all areas of their life. Don’t worry though, they do get a HEA. 

The 1920’s/Gatsby vibes throughout the book are so well done. I’ve always loved art deco design and it was beautifully woven into the book (even the cover has a subtle nod). As the story winds to a close, the app, characters, Gatsby vibes, and faith elements weave together into a truly enchanting and satisfying ending. 

Despite this being the second book, it can be read as a standalone. I also highly recommend the first book, The Bookish Bandit. 

Synopsis:

Ava Fox doesn’t date. Or at least, she hasn’t since she broke the heart of her college boyfriend seven years ago. Instead, she buries her fears and insecurities by pouring her heart into her job editing books for one of New York City’s most prestigious publishing houses and running her bookish social media accounts. The carefully curated life that Ava has crafted for herself unravels when the past makes an unexpected appearance at her best friend’s wedding.

Dawson Hayes never understood why the woman he planned to marry gave up on him just as their future was about to take flight. For seven years, he has worked night and day to prove himself worthy of her. Determined to win her back, he designs a dating app for book lovers to prove that their love story is one for the books. But what seems like the perfect plan is foiled by painful secrets that Dawson knows only God can heal.

When Ava and Dawson's lives intersect again under surprising circumstances, their chance to rekindle love is obstructed by past hurts and misconceptions. As they collaborate to enhance the Blind Date with a Book Nerd dating app, will they find their way back to each other, or is their chance at true love forever out of reach?

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