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A Match Made in Spain
A small-town ASL teacher is reluctantly captivated by the Catalonian vintner determined to woo her across the Spanish countryside. Can a match made on a tour of Spain be a fairytale second chance for this grumpy/sunshine pair?
The ink on Cecilia's divorce papers might be dry, but she’s in no hurry to connect with another traveling businessman, especially the spatially challenged one seated beside her on a crack-of-dawn flight from San Francisco to Madrid.
Felip should be on top of the world running his family’s cava empire, however life has left him feeling unfulfilled as of late. Good conversation and a hard-won smile from his seatmate—a grumpy but lovely American hearing-impaired teacher—have him wondering if maybe fairytales are possible—or if he’s lost his mind, especially when a series of mishaps lands him in the role of the substitute tour guide for her group.
Over the course of twelve days, Felip’s irresistible charm and lust for life break down Cecilia’s carefully constructed walls as he competes with needy teenagers and pulls off a daring rescue to show her they are a good match. Will Cecilia see that their worlds are closer together than she thinks, and that faith and compromise can give them a real happily ever after?
Perfect for fans of Shipped by Angie Hockman and People We Meet On Vacation by Emily Henry. And those who miss the excitement of exploring a new place with a special someone by your side will appreciate the journey.
The ink on Cecilia's divorce papers might be dry, but she’s in no hurry to connect with another traveling businessman, especially the spatially challenged one seated beside her on a crack-of-dawn flight from San Francisco to Madrid.
Felip should be on top of the world running his family’s cava empire, however life has left him feeling unfulfilled as of late. Good conversation and a hard-won smile from his seatmate—a grumpy but lovely American hearing-impaired teacher—have him wondering if maybe fairytales are possible—or if he’s lost his mind, especially when a series of mishaps lands him in the role of the substitute tour guide for her group.
Over the course of twelve days, Felip’s irresistible charm and lust for life break down Cecilia’s carefully constructed walls as he competes with needy teenagers and pulls off a daring rescue to show her they are a good match. Will Cecilia see that their worlds are closer together than she thinks, and that faith and compromise can give them a real happily ever after?
Perfect for fans of Shipped by Angie Hockman and People We Meet On Vacation by Emily Henry. And those who miss the excitement of exploring a new place with a special someone by your side will appreciate the journey.
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Published September 13, 2021
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September 12, 2021
"Please know, Cecilia, you are in my every thought. I would move heaven and earth to be with you right now."
'A Match Made in Spain' is the perfect book about taking a chance on love, even when it comes unexpectedly. If you're looking for a fast paced, fun and sweet book, this is perfect for you.
'A Match Made in Spain' follows Cecilia an ASL teacher who's recently divorced and the last thing she wants is love. She ends up chaperoning a high school trip to Spain and in the airport bumps into Felip, a workaholic businessman. He's charming and irresistible but Cecilia is set on not falling in love. Fate works in mysterious ways and they end up seatmates on the plane, She thinks she'll never see him again but fate has other ideas. Events result in them spending 12 days travelling Spain on the school tour. Felip and Cecelia can't deny the tension and chemistry between them but is Cecelia ready to let herself love again? Is Felip her happily ever after?
This was such a feel good romance and I was hooked from start to finish. I was rooting for Cecelia and Felip to finally get their fairytale ending throughout the whole book. Felip is literally the perfect man! The book made me laugh so many times and I loved the students, they were hilarious. I definitely recommend this book if you want a fun read.
*ARC provided in exchange for an honest review*
January 1, 2026
A Match Made in Spain by Rochelle Merrill
Contemporary romance. Hearing-impaired heroine.
Cecilia is escorting a classroom of students on a plane to Madrid when she’s seated next to spatially challenged Felip. He’s impressed with her ability to juggle the needs of all the students. Recently divorced, Cecilia isn’t ready for charming. When Felipe turns out to be the tour guide for the group, the two end up spending more time together. Serendipity?
Romance, laughs, Spain, and a group of students to keep track of. A fun and fast read that’s charming and busy. Plus love. Why not?
Contemporary romance. Hearing-impaired heroine.
Cecilia is escorting a classroom of students on a plane to Madrid when she’s seated next to spatially challenged Felip. He’s impressed with her ability to juggle the needs of all the students. Recently divorced, Cecilia isn’t ready for charming. When Felipe turns out to be the tour guide for the group, the two end up spending more time together. Serendipity?
Romance, laughs, Spain, and a group of students to keep track of. A fun and fast read that’s charming and busy. Plus love. Why not?
October 4, 2021
A lovely escape to the incredible land of tapas, wine & flamenco.
Recently divorced ASL teach Cecilia Galván was roped into chaperoning a school trip to Spain and the last thing she’s looking for is to jump into a relationship, no matter how determined the gorgeous and charming the CEO and owner of Cava Segura International is? And did she Felip Segura’s Catalonian accent is?
I traveled to Spain practically free over the weekend. When they say reading a book is one of the cheapest ways to travel, this book is one of the best getaways I’ve read.
A Match Made in Spain took me on an incredible trip across Spain highlighting its rich historic culture and beauty. I could practically see all the stunning sights and smell the delicious food and wine.
Felip and Cecilia’s story was a sunny/grumpy relationship where Felip melted Cecilia’s walls with his sweet, caring and swoon worthy personality and convinced her to take a chance on love.
A very important part of this story were Cecilia’s students, they were fun travel companions with their fair share of drama and because of this the trip felt very real and made me with I was actually in Barcelona enjoying a good paella and sparkling wine.
A Match Made in Spain is standalone contemporary romance by author Rochelle Merrill. This can be perfectly read as a standalone. It is told in third person from both points of view with a happy ending. Genre: contemporary romance. Trope: travel romance
By the numbers quick review:
World building: 💌💌💌💌💌
Character development: 👤👤👤👤
Plot: 📚📚📚
Romance: 💕💕💕
Sexiness: 🔥
Overall rating: 3.2
* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via Grey’s PR. The excerpts are from that copy. I am voluntarily reviewing this title.
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Recently divorced ASL teach Cecilia Galván was roped into chaperoning a school trip to Spain and the last thing she’s looking for is to jump into a relationship, no matter how determined the gorgeous and charming the CEO and owner of Cava Segura International is? And did she Felip Segura’s Catalonian accent is?
I traveled to Spain practically free over the weekend. When they say reading a book is one of the cheapest ways to travel, this book is one of the best getaways I’ve read.
A Match Made in Spain took me on an incredible trip across Spain highlighting its rich historic culture and beauty. I could practically see all the stunning sights and smell the delicious food and wine.
Felip and Cecilia’s story was a sunny/grumpy relationship where Felip melted Cecilia’s walls with his sweet, caring and swoon worthy personality and convinced her to take a chance on love.
A very important part of this story were Cecilia’s students, they were fun travel companions with their fair share of drama and because of this the trip felt very real and made me with I was actually in Barcelona enjoying a good paella and sparkling wine.
A Match Made in Spain is standalone contemporary romance by author Rochelle Merrill. This can be perfectly read as a standalone. It is told in third person from both points of view with a happy ending. Genre: contemporary romance. Trope: travel romance
By the numbers quick review:
World building: 💌💌💌💌💌
Character development: 👤👤👤👤
Plot: 📚📚📚
Romance: 💕💕💕
Sexiness: 🔥
Overall rating: 3.2
* I was given an ARC of this book courtesy of the author via Grey’s PR. The excerpts are from that copy. I am voluntarily reviewing this title.
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September 13, 2021
*ARC PROVIDED IN EXCHANGE FOR AN HONEST REVIEW*
I found this book this book to be a very sweet and slowburn romance - something I truly enjoy.Add to that a trope of grumpy/sunshine where the roles are reversed i.e. a grumpy female mc and sunshine male mc.It honestly felt like a good change from the usual brooding male mc/innocent female mc kinda romance.
I was def a sucker for Felip since for some reason latinos always manage to get me weak in the knees.If you're into men that are complete gentleman and would love to court you in the traditional way,then Felip is the man for you :)
The only thing I found lacking was the author's ability to have me hooked onto the book from the beginning - hence the three stars.I also wish that there was more emphasis on the Cecelia's hearing impairment and how she and Felip managed to navigate their relationship despite that.
Apart from that,this book ranged between a okayish to good read.
Tropes to expect:
- Grumpy/sunshine
- Hearing impaired mc
- Mid to late thirties romance
- Businessman/teacher romance
I found this book this book to be a very sweet and slowburn romance - something I truly enjoy.Add to that a trope of grumpy/sunshine where the roles are reversed i.e. a grumpy female mc and sunshine male mc.It honestly felt like a good change from the usual brooding male mc/innocent female mc kinda romance.
I was def a sucker for Felip since for some reason latinos always manage to get me weak in the knees.If you're into men that are complete gentleman and would love to court you in the traditional way,then Felip is the man for you :)
The only thing I found lacking was the author's ability to have me hooked onto the book from the beginning - hence the three stars.I also wish that there was more emphasis on the Cecelia's hearing impairment and how she and Felip managed to navigate their relationship despite that.
Apart from that,this book ranged between a okayish to good read.
Tropes to expect:
- Grumpy/sunshine
- Hearing impaired mc
- Mid to late thirties romance
- Businessman/teacher romance
September 13, 2021
I don't know about the rest of you but I think there's something so sweet, unbidden, and wonderful about the idea of two people casually bumping into love in another country. I eat it up! It's the kind of summer fantasy that sends little hearts swirling around my head as I sip a glass of sparkling wine and indulge in the bubbles as they pop against my tongue, allowing myself to drink up a scenario where "what if" and "if only" can become "well, actually...¿porque no?"
Why not, as it happens, is precisely the energy A Match Made in Spain emanates.
The book is about the immersive quality of travel and new places. It's about the spontaneity of connection, of love that can come upon us unexpectedly. Most of all, though, this is a story about finding the courage to take the leap and not be afraid to grab at that second chance of happiness.
For Cecilia, a small town ASL teacher and recent divorcé who's chaperoning a high school trip to Spain, romance in any incarnation is the absolute last thing on her mind. She has no time for it, no patience. She's grumpy about love and happy to be so. Don't even get her started! However, when a traveling Catalonian wine specialist named Felip repeatedly (yet accidentally) bumps his luggage into her ankles at the airport and is then seated next to her for the whole fight, she can't help but be a little disarmed by him.
To be honest, his good looks, easy charm, attentiveness, and sincerity knock her off her feet. Dizzying her head... Stirring butterflies in her chest...
🚨 DANGER SIRENS 🚨
With an ex-husband who was rarely in the same zipcode as her, though, Cecilia is not looking to repeat that mistake so she tries to keep Felip at an arm's length, convinced that they won't see each other again after they arrive in Spain. It's a big country, after all. It would be stupid to take this beyond flirtation. Right? Right. She'll only be there for two weeks and then what?
(Then nothing, as far as she's concerned. Case closed.)
Fate seems to have other plans, however. Cecilia and Felip not only "bump" into each other while in Spain but he does a huge favor for his brother by filling in to be the group's tour guide, ushering her and the rest of the students through the countryside so they can experience cities, food, music, and culture. In the meantime he does his best to convince Cecilia, with romantic gesture after romantic gesture, to take a chance on him. On them.
Does it work? Well, let's just say that if helado melts in the summer heat then, yes, Felip has a few wooing tricks (and student helpers) up his sleeve that can help thaw the walls around her grumpy-but-not-that-grumpy heart.
While I would have liked Cecilia's hearing impairment to factor into the narrative a bit more and for there to have been less of an instalove dynamic, I still thought this was light escapist fun. I also appreciated the impetus on Felip's Catalonian heritage. I liked how catalán phrases were sprinkled into his dialogue as well as how he gave background detail about the country's autonomous regions and cities. That was a nice cultural addition to the plot. Made it, and him, feel more layered and rounded out.
Grumpy/sunshine dynamics are always a delight but I have to say it was nice to see the female slotted in the grumpier role for once, too. Refreshing. I also enjoy when one character gives chase a little and Felip wasn't about to let Cecilia get away. He saw, he knew, and he did what he could to make her as happy as possible after that. He was a man in honorable pursuit. I respect that. It upped the "aww" factor.
I only wish he could've persuaded her to try some of his family's cava even though she said she doesn't like or drink wine. ¡Qué lastima, Cecilia! Can we Freaky Friday it for a minute, por favor? You have no idea what you're missing!
If you fancy vacation romances at all then you'll like this one. It was simple, summery, Spanish fun!
Many thanks to Grey's Promotions for the ARC in exchange for my review.
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Why not, as it happens, is precisely the energy A Match Made in Spain emanates.
The book is about the immersive quality of travel and new places. It's about the spontaneity of connection, of love that can come upon us unexpectedly. Most of all, though, this is a story about finding the courage to take the leap and not be afraid to grab at that second chance of happiness.
For Cecilia, a small town ASL teacher and recent divorcé who's chaperoning a high school trip to Spain, romance in any incarnation is the absolute last thing on her mind. She has no time for it, no patience. She's grumpy about love and happy to be so. Don't even get her started! However, when a traveling Catalonian wine specialist named Felip repeatedly (yet accidentally) bumps his luggage into her ankles at the airport and is then seated next to her for the whole fight, she can't help but be a little disarmed by him.
To be honest, his good looks, easy charm, attentiveness, and sincerity knock her off her feet. Dizzying her head... Stirring butterflies in her chest...
🚨 DANGER SIRENS 🚨
With an ex-husband who was rarely in the same zipcode as her, though, Cecilia is not looking to repeat that mistake so she tries to keep Felip at an arm's length, convinced that they won't see each other again after they arrive in Spain. It's a big country, after all. It would be stupid to take this beyond flirtation. Right? Right. She'll only be there for two weeks and then what?
(Then nothing, as far as she's concerned. Case closed.)
Fate seems to have other plans, however. Cecilia and Felip not only "bump" into each other while in Spain but he does a huge favor for his brother by filling in to be the group's tour guide, ushering her and the rest of the students through the countryside so they can experience cities, food, music, and culture. In the meantime he does his best to convince Cecilia, with romantic gesture after romantic gesture, to take a chance on him. On them.
Does it work? Well, let's just say that if helado melts in the summer heat then, yes, Felip has a few wooing tricks (and student helpers) up his sleeve that can help thaw the walls around her grumpy-but-not-that-grumpy heart.
While I would have liked Cecilia's hearing impairment to factor into the narrative a bit more and for there to have been less of an instalove dynamic, I still thought this was light escapist fun. I also appreciated the impetus on Felip's Catalonian heritage. I liked how catalán phrases were sprinkled into his dialogue as well as how he gave background detail about the country's autonomous regions and cities. That was a nice cultural addition to the plot. Made it, and him, feel more layered and rounded out.
Grumpy/sunshine dynamics are always a delight but I have to say it was nice to see the female slotted in the grumpier role for once, too. Refreshing. I also enjoy when one character gives chase a little and Felip wasn't about to let Cecilia get away. He saw, he knew, and he did what he could to make her as happy as possible after that. He was a man in honorable pursuit. I respect that. It upped the "aww" factor.
I only wish he could've persuaded her to try some of his family's cava even though she said she doesn't like or drink wine. ¡Qué lastima, Cecilia! Can we Freaky Friday it for a minute, por favor? You have no idea what you're missing!
If you fancy vacation romances at all then you'll like this one. It was simple, summery, Spanish fun!
Many thanks to Grey's Promotions for the ARC in exchange for my review.
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September 16, 2021
Falling in love with a handsome stranger isn't in the cards for Cecilia. She's chaperoning a high school trip abroad. But sitting next to Felip on a plane sets in motion a series of unexpected events. The flirty feeling he brings out in her has no shot of fading as long as he keeps finding reasons for them to see each other in Spain. It should just be a fling. But how will she say goodbye?
This book took me back to carefree time I spent in Spain when I was young and had my own flings with Spanish men. And it definitely made me want to return.
This book took me back to carefree time I spent in Spain when I was young and had my own flings with Spanish men. And it definitely made me want to return.
September 13, 2021
Great story about taking a chance on love, even when you’re not prepared for it. This book is immersed in the wonder of travel, the romance of a chance encounter, and the drama that always seems to surround teenagers. I loved that Cecilia was the grumpy one and how Felip broke through her walls, all while learning a few things about themselves in the process. As someone from a Spanish family, I thought the culture and beauty of Spain was highlighted in a way where it felt as if you were standing right alongside the tour group while they were exploring the country. Cecilia’s character was wonderfully written and so relatable. Its wonderful to see a heroine stand her ground and be confident in what she knows is best for herself. Finishing this book felt like coming home after a trip to España. Made me wish I was in Barcelona enjoying a glass of sangria and a plate of tapas. *I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
September 18, 2021
I studied in Spain for a semester in college, so it will always have a special place in my heart. Because of that connection, the title of this book alone was enough to interest me in reading it, and thankfully, it didn't disappoint.
After her best friend and fellow teacher was injured in an accident, recently divorced American Sign Language (ASL) teacher Cecilia Galvan was roped into chaperoning a school trip to Spain. The journey got off to a bad start when a handsome but careless fellow traveler ran into Cecilia's ankle with his suitcase, but things started to look up when the same man, wine company CEO Felip Segura, was seated next to her on the plane and helped her through her fear of takeoff. She never expected to see him again, but fate brought them together in Madrid, where Cecilia's group was scheduled to meet a guide from Felip's brother's tour company. Another accident resulted in their guide being placed on bed rest for several days, but Felip stepped in to help, hoping to use the time to woo Cecilia. He quickly realized that he had strong feelings for her and hoped that there was a future for them beyond her visit, but could he convince her to give them a chance?
Even though Cecilia and Felip fell in love quickly, their romance never really felt like insta-love to me. Because they were traveling together, they were able to get to know each other surprisingly well in a short period of time, so it wasn't difficult for me to believe in the strength of their feelings for each other. Instead, their main problem was Cecilia's determination to avoid romantic entanglements after what she went through with her philandering ex-husband, who used his frequent business trips as a cover for his affairs. No matter how much she wanted to believe in Felip and the possibility that they could have a future together, there would always be a seed of doubt sown by her ex-husband's infidelity, which made the logistics of a long-distance relationship seem insurmountable to her. By contrast, even though Felip was also divorced, he was a total romantic who had always hoped to have a second chance at love one day. He knew Cecilia was that chance and wouldn't let her go without a fight.
My one (tiny) complaint about this book is that it didn't include an epilogue. I really would have liked a glimpse into Felip and Cecilia's future to see how they made the relationship work over the long term.
Overall, I very much enjoyed "A Match Made in Spain" and recommend it for all fans of contemporary romance and women's fiction. I look forward to finding out what's next from Rochelle Merrill. (I wouldn't complain if stories about Felip's brothers were in the pipeline...)
*Review copy provided by the author/publisher via Grey's Promotions. All opinions expressed are my own.
After her best friend and fellow teacher was injured in an accident, recently divorced American Sign Language (ASL) teacher Cecilia Galvan was roped into chaperoning a school trip to Spain. The journey got off to a bad start when a handsome but careless fellow traveler ran into Cecilia's ankle with his suitcase, but things started to look up when the same man, wine company CEO Felip Segura, was seated next to her on the plane and helped her through her fear of takeoff. She never expected to see him again, but fate brought them together in Madrid, where Cecilia's group was scheduled to meet a guide from Felip's brother's tour company. Another accident resulted in their guide being placed on bed rest for several days, but Felip stepped in to help, hoping to use the time to woo Cecilia. He quickly realized that he had strong feelings for her and hoped that there was a future for them beyond her visit, but could he convince her to give them a chance?
Even though Cecilia and Felip fell in love quickly, their romance never really felt like insta-love to me. Because they were traveling together, they were able to get to know each other surprisingly well in a short period of time, so it wasn't difficult for me to believe in the strength of their feelings for each other. Instead, their main problem was Cecilia's determination to avoid romantic entanglements after what she went through with her philandering ex-husband, who used his frequent business trips as a cover for his affairs. No matter how much she wanted to believe in Felip and the possibility that they could have a future together, there would always be a seed of doubt sown by her ex-husband's infidelity, which made the logistics of a long-distance relationship seem insurmountable to her. By contrast, even though Felip was also divorced, he was a total romantic who had always hoped to have a second chance at love one day. He knew Cecilia was that chance and wouldn't let her go without a fight.
My one (tiny) complaint about this book is that it didn't include an epilogue. I really would have liked a glimpse into Felip and Cecilia's future to see how they made the relationship work over the long term.
Overall, I very much enjoyed "A Match Made in Spain" and recommend it for all fans of contemporary romance and women's fiction. I look forward to finding out what's next from Rochelle Merrill. (I wouldn't complain if stories about Felip's brothers were in the pipeline...)
*Review copy provided by the author/publisher via Grey's Promotions. All opinions expressed are my own.
September 17, 2021
Cecilia is fresh out of a divorce and the last thing she is looking for is to get involved with another traveling businessman and all the drama that they carry around. Which is why when she meets vinyard owner and winemaker Felip on flight to Spain with her ASL class she is a little reluctant to let the Catalonian charmer into her heart. However it would seem that fate is determined to push Cecilia into the arms of love one more time, when she keeps bumping into Felip first at the airport check-in then on flight as seat mates, and then once again when it turns out that Felip's brother owns the tour company that is hosting Cecilia and the kids. With Felip laying the charm on thick will Cecilia give herself one more chance at love?
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Felip should be living his best life; running his families wine empire but he can't help but feel like he is missing something. Which is why when he runs into the no nonsense grumpy American on his way back to Spain, he finds himself a little more intrigued. For the first time in a long time Felip feels a live and it would seem fate would agree with him, throwing him right into Cecilia's path this time as the stand in tour guide. The question is will Felip be able to convince Cecilia to take one more chance on love as he woos her across the Spanish countryside?
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This was definitely one cute romcom! I loved that it was set in a different country and that we got to see and experience Spain with Ceci and the kids. This was the ultimate feel good read, getting to see both Ceci and Felip learn to open themselves up again was just beautiful.
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Both main characters were amazing, I loved that Cecilia was hearing impaired but she did not let his hold her back, we still got to see her struggles and how she has to adapt. I loved seeing her with the students and watching them low key protect her. Felip was just the cutest hero, I love that he was warm and caring and just generally a great guy!
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Overall Match Made In Spain was definitely a cute sunshine/grump second chance romcom that will melt your heart as you get to see these two find their fairytale happy ending!
September 14, 2021
So in my last book I went to Italy and now, Spain! I love how these books make me feel like I’ve been to far off places with swoon worthy men that can just capture my interest from the get go.
Felip may just be my favorite romance book male lead ever written and coming from an avid book reader whose read sooo many rom com books over the years.. that’s saying something! Felip was not only incredibly swoon worthy but this is the first time I’ve read an author whose able to successfully write in another language into their book without making the Spanish speaking reader confused.
Following a horrid divorce and practical eviction from her home, Cecilia is forced to go on a school trip to Spain after the teacher who was supposed to go, has an injury. Now, a trip to Spain would otherwise sound like a once in a lifetime opportunity but for a woman left reeling from her recent disastrous life experiences, the last thing she wants is a plane ride thousands of feet above the air. But a chance encounter with a dashing Spanish man has her questioning everything, especially after Felip keeps popping up everywhere she is and turns out to be the elder brother of the man in charge of the tour company in charge of taking Cecilia, her fellow adults and students around Spain.
When the tour guide is accidentally injured, it seems that fate just keeps pushing Cecilia & Felip together. When Felip takes over as tour guide, it’s a whirlwind relationship that these two embark on with hilarious moments when leading a group of teenagers around a foreign country & the instant chemistry between Felip and Cecilia…this book is one swoon worthy moment after the other.
Felip may just be my favorite romance book male lead ever written and coming from an avid book reader whose read sooo many rom com books over the years.. that’s saying something! Felip was not only incredibly swoon worthy but this is the first time I’ve read an author whose able to successfully write in another language into their book without making the Spanish speaking reader confused.
Following a horrid divorce and practical eviction from her home, Cecilia is forced to go on a school trip to Spain after the teacher who was supposed to go, has an injury. Now, a trip to Spain would otherwise sound like a once in a lifetime opportunity but for a woman left reeling from her recent disastrous life experiences, the last thing she wants is a plane ride thousands of feet above the air. But a chance encounter with a dashing Spanish man has her questioning everything, especially after Felip keeps popping up everywhere she is and turns out to be the elder brother of the man in charge of the tour company in charge of taking Cecilia, her fellow adults and students around Spain.
When the tour guide is accidentally injured, it seems that fate just keeps pushing Cecilia & Felip together. When Felip takes over as tour guide, it’s a whirlwind relationship that these two embark on with hilarious moments when leading a group of teenagers around a foreign country & the instant chemistry between Felip and Cecilia…this book is one swoon worthy moment after the other.
August 27, 2021
A Match Made in Spain is an endearing story about fate and taking a chance on love while finding out what truly is important to you. Cecilia is a high school ASL teacher chaperoning a trip to Spain when she meets Felip in the airport after he bumps his luggage into her. On the first flight of the journey they are seated next to each other and slowly learn a few things about each other and both walk away with positive impressions. Neither thought they would see each other again but fate worked in their favor and they were reunited on their trip. Felip stepped up to help his brother with guiding the tour Cecilia and her students were on and Felip knew Cecilia was meant to be in his life. Needing a plan, Felip enlists the help of the students and his family to help convince Cecilia to take a chance on them but does his plan work?
It was such a change of pace to see that Cecilia was the “grumpy” persona and Felip was the “sunshine” in this matchup. Cecilia and Felip both were divorced individuals whose marriages failed for different reasons and those reasons affected their outlook on relationships and what was important to them moving forward. Cecilia and Felip’s personalities are uniquely them and perfectly in sync to each other which made for great connection and chemistry. This is a quick, witty and easy read enjoyable to anyone who is a fan of vacation romances!
Thank you @greyspromo for this eARC in exchange for my honest feedback!
It was such a change of pace to see that Cecilia was the “grumpy” persona and Felip was the “sunshine” in this matchup. Cecilia and Felip both were divorced individuals whose marriages failed for different reasons and those reasons affected their outlook on relationships and what was important to them moving forward. Cecilia and Felip’s personalities are uniquely them and perfectly in sync to each other which made for great connection and chemistry. This is a quick, witty and easy read enjoyable to anyone who is a fan of vacation romances!
Thank you @greyspromo for this eARC in exchange for my honest feedback!
September 14, 2021
I also want to say thank you to the author and @greyspromo for the ARC copy.
A match made in Spain will take readers on a journey through the sunny and bustling streets of Spain and will make you wish to get the real deal.
Cecile, a small-town ASL teacher (and part time mother to her students), is captivated by the Catalonian vintner who is determined to charm her, while on a tour of the sunny Spain.
The story starts out full force as we are thrown straight at the airport with the studens preparing for the flight. We imediately find out our main characters in this mix and I cab say that their first meeting might have left some bruises. The story continues as the tour takes our characters in the most fascinating places. I have to admit that the author did a remarkable job with the descriptive passages and the little history facts because they actually kept my attention focused. I also love all the little mundane things that happen on trips like hotel sheninagans, the little outings, group chatter and so on.
It's funny to see how the Cecile-Felip relationship progresses and how they slowly accept that they fell hard.
The students are so amazingly writen. They are diverse and funny and they act like normal teenagers.
A match made in Spain is a great read when you want something light, to take your mind in a warm place and to see a cute slow burn romance blossom between a grump and a sunshine.
A match made in Spain will take readers on a journey through the sunny and bustling streets of Spain and will make you wish to get the real deal.
Cecile, a small-town ASL teacher (and part time mother to her students), is captivated by the Catalonian vintner who is determined to charm her, while on a tour of the sunny Spain.
The story starts out full force as we are thrown straight at the airport with the studens preparing for the flight. We imediately find out our main characters in this mix and I cab say that their first meeting might have left some bruises. The story continues as the tour takes our characters in the most fascinating places. I have to admit that the author did a remarkable job with the descriptive passages and the little history facts because they actually kept my attention focused. I also love all the little mundane things that happen on trips like hotel sheninagans, the little outings, group chatter and so on.
It's funny to see how the Cecile-Felip relationship progresses and how they slowly accept that they fell hard.
The students are so amazingly writen. They are diverse and funny and they act like normal teenagers.
A match made in Spain is a great read when you want something light, to take your mind in a warm place and to see a cute slow burn romance blossom between a grump and a sunshine.
February 18, 2022
“AMMiS is everybody dream right? I’m asking for real. Who haven’t dream about traveling to a new country, meeting someone with whom you end up having a romance? I means it’s like a movie!! So it’s pointless to say I was beyond excited to read this story. Cecilia was hilarious! I laughed so much with her grumpy attitude lol. It’s so uncommon to read a what this is call… a reverse attitude? FMC are always shine, happy and all sunshine while the guys are grumpy, arrogant and so self center. This wasn’t the case at all! Cecilia was plain grumpy. Recently divorced, emotions a mess she definitely needed a rest but life always find a way to surprise you! She met her opposite… Prince Charming Felip. Well, he wasn’t exactly a prince but God he was absolutely adorable. I loved his bright side and sweet attitude. He was indeed charming. Usually, I’m not a great fan of slow burn romances but this one definitely was worth the wait. Felip slowly enamored and melted Cecilia’s cold side and it was delicious. I’d have love more heat to be honest but the love was worth it. I can’t go without praising the descriptions! Thanks to the authors for this beautiful trip to Spain. This is huge because after so many years of reading and tons of books, I’m no longer interested in details and descriptions, they usually bore me but with this I visited Spain through the authors’s words. Can’t praise it enough.”
February 9, 2022
I love author Rochelle Merrill! She can write in so many different genres and they never feel like she isn't an expert in that genre. The reader can tell that she takes the time to research her locations, characters, and interactions and it all blends together so well.
This one gives us a bit of a different story when we have someone who teaches and uses (at times) ASL who is thrown into a trip to Spain to help out a friend. She meets Felipe at the airport and is then forced to sit by him for their flight...but by the end they have made a connection that neither on of them wants to end.
The author has the reader feeling like they are in Barcelona, or that they are touring the castles, churches and countrysides. The reader becomes a part of the story and loves Jorge's quirks and Tui's tenderness and the love between Tony and Billy - it is a fun, fast paced read that leaves the reader feeling good about the world and life. I forgot how much I loved this author and am glad that I have a reminder in this book!
Add this one to your TBR list and move it to the very top! This is one of those feel good, can't miss reads! I regret reading it so quickly because now it's over - I might just start it again!
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This one gives us a bit of a different story when we have someone who teaches and uses (at times) ASL who is thrown into a trip to Spain to help out a friend. She meets Felipe at the airport and is then forced to sit by him for their flight...but by the end they have made a connection that neither on of them wants to end.
The author has the reader feeling like they are in Barcelona, or that they are touring the castles, churches and countrysides. The reader becomes a part of the story and loves Jorge's quirks and Tui's tenderness and the love between Tony and Billy - it is a fun, fast paced read that leaves the reader feeling good about the world and life. I forgot how much I loved this author and am glad that I have a reminder in this book!
Add this one to your TBR list and move it to the very top! This is one of those feel good, can't miss reads! I regret reading it so quickly because now it's over - I might just start it again!
**Review has been done in conjunction with Nerd Girl Official. For more information regarding our reviews please visit our Fansite: www.facebook.com/NerdGirl.ng**
September 11, 2021
I thoroughly enjoyed this book right until the very end.
There is something magical about a book that has the second chance and met by chance trope. The beautiful writing had me adoring every chapter while I was reading and I was invested in this book.
The Spanish language is fabulous and the use of it in the book is so perfect at the right times 😍
This book has a disability trope too and the descriptions are not too much and not too little it's just the right amount of magic.
I adored the lead, she was strong, hella confident and also showed that such characters could also be hurt. The amazing fact that she's a teacher and the students in this book had my whole heart. I must admit I had the most fun when it was them on the pages.
I love that I book isn't only filled with pages of sex, it's a kinda reprieve that kept things interesting and the slight handholding and touches made the whole thing more lovely.
On the whole the book was a light comfortable book that had loads of charm, happiness, grief, past, pain and magic. I'd recommend this to everyone.
There is something magical about a book that has the second chance and met by chance trope. The beautiful writing had me adoring every chapter while I was reading and I was invested in this book.
The Spanish language is fabulous and the use of it in the book is so perfect at the right times 😍
This book has a disability trope too and the descriptions are not too much and not too little it's just the right amount of magic.
I adored the lead, she was strong, hella confident and also showed that such characters could also be hurt. The amazing fact that she's a teacher and the students in this book had my whole heart. I must admit I had the most fun when it was them on the pages.
I love that I book isn't only filled with pages of sex, it's a kinda reprieve that kept things interesting and the slight handholding and touches made the whole thing more lovely.
On the whole the book was a light comfortable book that had loads of charm, happiness, grief, past, pain and magic. I'd recommend this to everyone.
September 9, 2021
I enjoyed this very sweet, slow burn read. The story has strong characters that I enjoyed getting to know, there were smiles and laughs throughout that kept me flipping pages. Cecilia teaches ALS at a small high school and I liked how that part of her was a strong detail but not the only detail about her. She's fun, is amazing with the kids on this trip to Spain, yet she's perfect as a teacher/authority figure. Felip is so drawn to her and does what he can to be around. I loved the pull, the back and forth between them, and that slow build up. They've both been through things in their lives that make them who they are and the journey to get them where they are is a good one.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I received a copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
April 17, 2025
A MATCH MADE IN SPAIN is a delightful romance. It’s a quick attraction that develops over the course of the book. Cecilia and Felip are two strangers who meet on a plane and, through happenstance, continue to reconnect as if it were meant to be. I loved how the student interactions were depicted as a major part of the plot, and the description of the scenic locations makes you wish you were there. Of course, the relationship between Cecilia and Felip, with its elements of romance, slow building passion, heartache, and uncertainty, keeps you drawn to the story. With its well-drawn characters and extremely engaging storyline, this is a tale that will keep you thoroughly captivated from beginning to end.
September 14, 2021
Cecilla is heading to Spain and honestly she just wants to get off the plane . The kids are being great and the other chaperon is her best friend . When heaven on a stick sits beside her on the plane and things change for both of them . One wants to woo her and take a chance and Cecilla just wants to see Spain with the kids but Felip has a different plan and he wants to show her there is more to life then being by herself . Will they survive the student tours to come to realize that they should take a chance on each other to get a happily ever after .
Omg I haven't laughed so hard while reading a book in such a long time . These characters are so well written and complex , Felip is a vinter and the head of his family's vineyard . He is sexy and smart but there is also a little bit of sadness in him . He also wants to see what else is out there and Cecilla is it . He is trying his hardness to get to know her more but alas he has been kid blocked through out the book . Every time they even try to be alone someone is need of something . But he does try his best and shows her his softer side . Cecilla is such a sweet woman and she is a great teacher and takes care of her kids that she is in charge of with great care. She is stronger then even she realizes sometimes but like Felip there is a sadness to her . She is smarting after a divorce and doesn't want to open her heat up to anyone . Together they are such a fun read , with each and every child block to misunderstanding witll have you laughing all the way through the book .
This is such a fun book to read , I laughed all the way through it and couldn't put it down . The author really took us on a fun filled ride through Spain and kept up all the fun all the way through the story . She used Spain as a character in amongst itself . There are some great tender moments through out the story also . We get to see love in all different times in our lives . Young love with the teens and the love of two people who have been hurt in the past but want to try again . This fun filled book should be on your fall reading list . So check it out.
Omg I haven't laughed so hard while reading a book in such a long time . These characters are so well written and complex , Felip is a vinter and the head of his family's vineyard . He is sexy and smart but there is also a little bit of sadness in him . He also wants to see what else is out there and Cecilla is it . He is trying his hardness to get to know her more but alas he has been kid blocked through out the book . Every time they even try to be alone someone is need of something . But he does try his best and shows her his softer side . Cecilla is such a sweet woman and she is a great teacher and takes care of her kids that she is in charge of with great care. She is stronger then even she realizes sometimes but like Felip there is a sadness to her . She is smarting after a divorce and doesn't want to open her heat up to anyone . Together they are such a fun read , with each and every child block to misunderstanding witll have you laughing all the way through the book .
This is such a fun book to read , I laughed all the way through it and couldn't put it down . The author really took us on a fun filled ride through Spain and kept up all the fun all the way through the story . She used Spain as a character in amongst itself . There are some great tender moments through out the story also . We get to see love in all different times in our lives . Young love with the teens and the love of two people who have been hurt in the past but want to try again . This fun filled book should be on your fall reading list . So check it out.
September 12, 2021
This is Felipe and Cecilia’s journey. Cecilia is newly divorced and an ASL teacher who is chaperoning student on a school trip to Spain. Cecilia and Felipe end up sitting next to each other on the plane, and he works hard with all his charms to get his grumpy neighbor to smile. Fate destines these two to keep crossing paths, and as a favour to him brother Felipe step in as the tour guide for Cecilia tour. This is a well written story which is filled with humor, spontaneity, and is a sweet, endearing and heartwarming addictive page turner. I look forward o reading more from this author whose work I recommend.
September 21, 2021
Cecilia is newly divorced and not looking for a relationship that the last thing she wants. On a flight to Spain, she meets a handsome man named Felip not thinking that she was going to see him again, but she keeps bumping into him and shocked to find out that he is the owner of the vineyard that Cecilia and her ASL class are visiting.
Felip is running the family business but feels as though he is lacking something in is life. When he meets Cecilia, he realizes that she is the missing link that he was looking for.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, I’m interested to see those other books this author has. If your interested to see what a book with ASL then I would say give this one a go.
Felip is running the family business but feels as though he is lacking something in is life. When he meets Cecilia, he realizes that she is the missing link that he was looking for.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book, I’m interested to see those other books this author has. If your interested to see what a book with ASL then I would say give this one a go.
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January 4, 2022My first DNF of 2022 at page 138…
I feel so bad because this author is so sweet, this cover is gorgeous, and I really wanted to love this!! Unfortunately, I really could not get into this. The characters just did not draw me in and I didn’t care about this. The tone was a bit more serious than I expected as well and it’s just not my favorite.
Finally, she’s a teacher who is on a class trip and I somehow missed that before diving in and the teens from the class being such a large part of the book is just not something I’m interested in.
I feel so bad because this author is so sweet, this cover is gorgeous, and I really wanted to love this!! Unfortunately, I really could not get into this. The characters just did not draw me in and I didn’t care about this. The tone was a bit more serious than I expected as well and it’s just not my favorite.
Finally, she’s a teacher who is on a class trip and I somehow missed that before diving in and the teens from the class being such a large part of the book is just not something I’m interested in.
September 16, 2021
A high school ASL teacher, recently divorced, becomes enamored by a man who lacks spatial awareness with his luggage while waiting to depart from San Fransisco International Airport. Celelia and her group of teens are off on a whirlwind 12-day tour of Spain. Day dreaming of the handsome stranger, she finds herself seated next to him on the trip overseas.
Felip, a native of Spain, is stunningly handsome, witty and successful, but he’s harboring a deep level of unfulfillment in life, as he too is recently divorced. Unbeknownst, they are silently lusting for one another.
Grab a seat and enjoy the tour of Spain to learn if a chance meeting at the airport can lead to happily ever after.
Felip, a native of Spain, is stunningly handsome, witty and successful, but he’s harboring a deep level of unfulfillment in life, as he too is recently divorced. Unbeknownst, they are silently lusting for one another.
Grab a seat and enjoy the tour of Spain to learn if a chance meeting at the airport can lead to happily ever after.
September 13, 2021
A Match Made in Spain reminded me of a day-long trip to Spain, as I literally felt as if I went for a trip. Cecila, who is a teacher, goes to Spain for a trip with her students and on the airport she meets Felip, whom she thinks to be a grumpy and flirty billionaire. The book was a very good read. It had great character development and I really enjoyed the storyline. Cecilia’s students were an amazing addition and I also loved Felip, who was definitely more of a sunshine in this book.
September 14, 2021
[ARC received from @greyspromo in exchange for review]
Simply loved the way the story was told. The MCs Cecelia and Felip seemed to be made for each other. Set amidst the backdrop of gorgeous España, their love story bloomed like a sunflower!
The relationship between Cece and her students were too adorable to read about(could relate more because of my past teaching career).
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Grab a cup of coffee and cosy up with this book on a fall weekend. You will love it 😍
Simply loved the way the story was told. The MCs Cecelia and Felip seemed to be made for each other. Set amidst the backdrop of gorgeous España, their love story bloomed like a sunflower!
The relationship between Cece and her students were too adorable to read about(could relate more because of my past teaching career).
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Grab a cup of coffee and cosy up with this book on a fall weekend. You will love it 😍
February 20, 2022
I love a book that makes you feel like you're where the characters are and this book did just that! You feel like you're touring with them. Add a love story that's so sweet and fun and it's now one of my favorite reads! All the characters are amazing and the kids are funny and I could read more with any of them at any time.
October 14, 2021
Charming and captivating read. A great cast of diverse characters, real-life situations, and a nice blend of sweet and steam. The descriptions of Spain's sites and history added even more to this wonderful story.
February 19, 2022
Cecilia is a divorced teacher going on a school trip to Spain. She meets Felip on the plane. He's handsome, but she doesn't want to fall for a businessman again. Felip is running his family's popular cava business. He is fascinated by his seatmate. Is it love at first flight?
September 29, 2022
A fun, unexpected love story that takes place in Spain.
I really enjoyed the wonderful descriptions of all the site they visited and the memories they all made while there.
The narrators did a great job in the audiobook.
I really enjoyed the wonderful descriptions of all the site they visited and the memories they all made while there.
The narrators did a great job in the audiobook.
August 14, 2025
Spain is awesome
This was a cute story full of love and adventure. I was so taken with all of the characters. Felip was very persuasive in his persuit of Cecilia. I was so glad of the descriptions of the places they went because it made the book so much more enjoyable.
This was a cute story full of love and adventure. I was so taken with all of the characters. Felip was very persuasive in his persuit of Cecilia. I was so glad of the descriptions of the places they went because it made the book so much more enjoyable.
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