Contemporary Romance Book Review: Bookmarked for Love

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About the Book 

Title: Bookmarked for Love

Author: Sarah Monzon

Series: Checking Out Love

Publisher: Bethany House Publishers

Release Date: July 21, 2026


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Publisher’s Book Description 

“When children’s librarian Martha Aldridge learns about budget cuts that will not only put her out of a job but also shut down the library’s children’s programs, she’s determined to raise the funds needed to save both. The good news is, she knows just who to ask for a large donation on the library’s behalf. The bad news? She swore she’d never step foot in his office again.


Julien King has been groomed to one day run his family’s publishing empire, and now he must prove he’s ready to take the helm by turning around the company’s languishing children’s imprint. That wouldn’t be a problem, except he doesn’t know the first thing about children’s literature. So when Martha waltzes into his office, he sees an opportunity and makes her an offer she can’t refuse. He’ll give her the money she needs for the library in exchange for her help in acquiring a bestselling manuscript that will resurrect the dying imprint. The longer they’re forced to work together, however, the more they come to realize their jobs may not be the only thing on the line.”


My Review 

Bookmarked for Love, by Sarah Monzon, is a truly special novel! As the third book in the Checking Out Love series, this book is notable for its unexpectedly unique characters and its abundance of literary references. Like all of Ms. Monzon’s novels, this book is not only well-written, but it is also witty, heartwarming, romantic, and engaging. It offers a wonderful, contemporary story that is genuinely entertaining. 


Relevant themes and real-life issues are thoughtfully explored throughout the story, making the novel as meaningful and thought-provoking as it is engaging and inspiring. Its refreshingly original plot, relatable characters, and  memorable themes make this book very compelling. Appealing to the reader's emotions, imagination, mind, and heart, this novel successfully demonstrates the author’s talent for storytelling while also celebrating the significance of literature, perseverance, and hope. I eagerly recommend this novel, as well as all the other books in the series.


*I was given a copy of this book by the publisher/author and JustRead Publicity Tours. A review was not required. The review I have written is voluntary and contains opinions that are entirely my own.


About the Author

“Winner of the Holt Medallion and Selah Award, Sarah Monzon is a stay-at-home mom who makes up imaginary friends to have adult conversations with (otherwise known as writing novels). As a navy chaplain's wife, she resides wherever the military happens to station her family and enjoys exploring the beauty of the world around her.” —Biography from Sarah Monzon’s website.

Click here to visit Sarah Monzon’s website.


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