The Matchmaker of Perigord by Julia Stuart only 3 stars (her other two books are 4.5 stars)

[Karin]

Because I read this third, I was rather disappointed, because the other two books I read by Julia Stuart were 4.5 star reads that I rounded up. While there is nothing wrong with her writing, and some have loved this book, it lacks the lustre I found in The Tower, The Zoo, and The Tortoise and The Pigeon Pie Mystery.

In short, a barber finds himself losing his long time customers to a barber who cuts in the latest style which he cannot embrace, so he sets himself up as a matchmaker, despite the fact that he has never married and has loved only one woman in his life. In the meantime, there is a drought and a communal shower is built; bathing at home is strictly forbidden, so all 33 residents must use this one shower. However, it isn't long before the hot water isn't working.

This book is humorous, naturally, and I am not giving away more, and the writing is strong, but it just wasn't at the same level as her next two books. SO, if you read this one and gave up on Stuart's books, you may want to try another.

[Book Concierge]

I also rated it 3 stars. Enjoyed it for the fun it was ... a light comedy of manners.

[Karin]

Book Concierge wrote: "I also rated it 3 stars. Enjoyed it for the fun it was ... a light comedy of manners."

Yes. Have you read any other books by her? Yes, I see you have and that you didn't enjoy the other book as much as I did.