Books like Mama's Little Matchmaker by Alice Holden
In this anthology of three Regency short stories, children step into matchmaking roles for their lonely mothers and fathers. Through lighthearted plots, the tales illuminate family connections and the warmth that emerges when loved ones unite.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Alice Holden
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