The Matchmaker

The Matchmaker

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April 8, 2025 | ISBN 9780593949900

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About the Book

A society matchmaker realizes she’s in danger when her clients’ weddings are sabotaged in increasingly disturbing ways—an utterly original mystery from New York Times bestselling author Aisha Saeed.

“An intriguing mystery and a heartfelt romance all in one . . . fresh, original, and utterly charming.”—Liane Moriarty, author of Big Little Lies

Business has never been better for Nura Khan, a third-generation matchmaker in Atlanta. Her exclusive clientele benefits from her impeccable track record. And while a single thirty-one-year-old matchmaker would normally raise some perfectly threaded eyebrows in the community, Nura’s childhood best friend, Azar, is willing to double as her pretend fiancé at her clients’ weddings—even though Nura’s feelings for him might not be so pretend.

But all that glitters isn’t gold. While it’s not uncommon to get the occasional hate mail from rejected prospective clients, Nura is blindsided after a couple’s carefully constructed wedding implodes, the first in a cascading chain of suspicious and increasingly terrifying events. Someone is taking things too far, and with Azar and her matchmaking team by her side, Nura embarks on a dangerous cat-and-mouse game that threatens not only her safety but everything she’s worked so hard to build.
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Praise for The Matchmaker

“This mystery-romance combo will spice up even the grayest of spring days. Less of a mystery, of course, is how such an exhilarating mission is likely to turn any friends into quite a bit more.”Marie Claire

The Matchmaker is the perfect blend of romance and thrill.”—Popsugar

“This romantic thriller reminds us how dangerous falling in love can be, and how fraught weddings get—not just the worry about a dress mishap or seating chart snafu, but actual sabotage and murder. And her partner in crime-solving is her fake fiancé? Frosting atop what sounds like a fun romp.”Paste

“While the mystery remains at the forefront of this title, it also features a bit of romance with a touch of angst. If you’re looking for your next amateur detective novel, then The Matchmaker is worth considering.”—Women

“A page-turning thriller with a sweet romance and a dramatic family saga, plunked into a Crazy Rich Asians–esque world of weddings and matchmaking . . . I loved everything about it!”—Mia P. Manansala, author of Arsenic and Adobo

“Aisha Saeed expertly blends romance and mystery in this fun, fresh story that is sure to keep readers turning the pages. Smart, twisty and full of heart—you won’t want to miss The Matchmaker!”—Amy Tintera, New York Times bestselling author of Listen for the Lie

“An intriguing mystery and a heartfelt romance all in one, The Matchmaker is fresh, original, and utterly charming. You’ll love this sparkling gem of a book.”—Liane Moriarty, New York Times bestselling author of Big Little Lies

“Dazzling . . . I loved every word of this novel. I wish I could write like that.”—A. J. Finn, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in the Window

The Matchmaker is a mystery crackling with tension, both romantic and thrilling. I was swept away by the will-they-won’t-they chemistry and the cat-and-mouse mystery, all set amidst a gorgeous backdrop of lavish weddings. This page-turner pairs up the perfect match of romance and suspense.”—Julia Seales, bestselling author of A Most Agreeable Murder

The Matchmaker is a magical mix of romance, family saga, detective story, and teeth-chattering suspense. I was swept into the dreamworld of the super-wealthy—a world of beautiful brides, fabulous feasts, shimmering saris . . . and murder. I adored every page, and so will you.”—Rose Carlyle, internationally bestselling author of The Girl in the Mirror

The Matchmaker kept me enthralled and guessing until the very end. Don’t miss this gem!”—Liv Constantine, New York Times bestselling author of The Next Mrs. Parrish

“An engaging, quick read, Saeed’s mystery-romance hybrid will be popular at public libraries.”Library Journal

“Saeed delivers brisk prose and generates sweet chemistry between Nura and Azar.”Publishers Weekly
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About the Author

Aisha Saeed
Aisha Saeed (AishaSaeed.com) is an award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of books for children, including her middle grade novels Omar Rising and Amal Unbound (a New York Times bestseller and Global Read Aloud). Her picture book Bilal Cooks Daal received an APALA honor, and she also wrote the picture books Zuni and the Memory Jar and The Together Tree. Aisha is also a founding member of the nonprofit We Need Diverse Books™.  She lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her family. More by Aisha Saeed
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