The Mr. Right Checklist
Melissa Foster
November 19th 2024
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A free-spirited proposal planner and a grumpy professor form a hilarious and unexpected situationship that just might lead to more in this steamy romantic comedy by New York Times bestselling author Melissa Foster.
Dog groomer and budding marriage-proposal planner Destiny Amor believes in true love and happily ever afters. Though it’s not in the stars for her yet—honestly, who can live up to the criteria on her Mr. Right Checklist?—she wants it for others. When Destiny’s first misguided attempt at romance concierge ends in disaster, she’s ready to call it quits, until the supposed groom-to-be steps in with a proposal of his own.
Ryan “Fletch” Fletcher, a divorced-and-never-going-there-again professor, needs to get his matchmaking family off his back, and the disorganized, too-in-love-with-love proposal planner is the perfect solution. He offers to help Destiny get her business on track, if she’ll play the part of his adoring girlfriend at his brother’s wedding.
A professional situationship with her grumpy dog-grooming client? Destiny adores his pup, and she could put up with him to get her business off the ground. With any luck, she might even get that chip about love off his shoulder.
Whenever you pick up a Melissa Foster book, you already know you are stepping into a beautifully crafted world filled with heart, humor, and undeniable heat. While The Mr. Right Checklist is an incredibly fun ride, it lands at a very solid 4 stars. It didn't quite reach the elite level of some of the other legendary stories she has created across her various interconnected universes, but it is still a delightful addition to her catalog!
The Grumpy Professor & The Free-Spirited Planner
Destiny Amor is a vibrant, free-spirited dog groomer and a budding marriage-proposal planner who believes fiercely in true love—even if her own massive "Mr. Right Checklist" keeps her single. When her very first proposal gig ends in an absolute disaster, she’s ready to throw in the towel.
Enter Ryan “Fletch” Fletcher, a grumpy, divorced-and-never-marrying-again professor who happens to be Destiny’s dog-grooming client. Fletch is desperate to get his matchmaking family off his back before his brother’s upcoming wedding. Recognizing a golden opportunity, he makes Destiny a deal: he will use his sharp organizational skills to help get her business back on track if she agrees to play the role of his adoring fake girlfriend.
Watching Fletch navigate Destiny’s chaotic, love-filled world while trying to keep his own icy guard up is pure entertainment. Destiny adores his pup, and she is determined to chip away at the walls around Fletch’s heart to finally get this grumpy professor his much-deserved Happily Ever After.
Why It’s a Great, Steady Read:
Fletch’s Transformation: Seeing Fletch finally open up, let go of his past heartbreak, and claim his HEA is deeply satisfying.
Classic Grumpy/Sunshine Energy: Melissa Foster always nails the balance between a cynical hero and a heroine who refuses to let the world dull her shine.
Audio Performance Review
The Narrators: Sebastian York & Savannah Peachwood
Pure Audio Perfection! After dealing with the frustration of robotic virtual voices, listening to industry titans like Sebastian York and Savannah Peachwood is like a masterclass in audiobook luxury. They don't just read the words; they breathe absolute life into Destiny and Fletch.
Sebastian York brings that signature, deep, gravelly baritone that captures Fletch’s grumpy, professional facade perfectly, while making his hidden vulnerability completely melt your headphones. Savannah Peachwood matches him note-for-note, infusing Destiny with a bubbly, bright, and fiercely determined energy that never feels grating. Together, their flawless chemistry elevates the entire narrative, perfectly anchoring you into Melissa Foster's wonderful world.
My Final Verdict
The Mr. Right Checklist earns a strong 4 stars! While the plot itself might not rank as your absolute favorite among Melissa Foster's extensive library, the top-tier, sizzling narration by Sebastian York and Savannah Peachwood makes this an absolute must-listen. It is a sweet, steamy, and wonderfully comforting place to lay your head.
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