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The Perfect Match By T. Wayne Bloodworth
A narrative both, sincere and touching, The Perfect Match by author T. Wayne Bloodworth focuses on the complex and emotion ridden journey of Dr. Zack Folsom, a man living life so mired in doubt, sorrow and guilt, that it takes twisted fate for him let go and start living life as he should.

Central character, Doctor Zack Folsom, a talented cardiac surgeon, loving husband and father, becomes a man preoccupied, after suddenly losing his wife Emily in a fatal car accident. To avoid the pain of his loss he throws himself into his work dedicating the majority of his time and energy to his medical practice, gaining him the reputation of being” all business”, while he constantly wields an irascible and crudely sarcastic disposition.

Although, he experiences great success as a competent surgeon, he also deeply feels the emptiness of the void left by his wife's death. Meanwhile his only son Brody, very much in need of a
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The offer not only bears opportunities that would allow Zach freedom from a now disenchanting career, but also brings a beautiful and intelligent lawyer, Gabriella Benetti into his life. As a mutual attraction develops, she helps to bring closure to some of the complexities and emptiness in his life. Overall a satisfying read, The Perfect Match lives up to its name on multiple levels especially, with the theme of the perfect match being well executed by author T. Wayne Bloodworth. He artfully employs a nicely honed knack for detailed storytelling, mainly when it comes to his ability to portray vivid images, the medical field and scenes of touching emotion. Additionally, I found the characters to be well thought out, I particularly enjoyed the character of Doctor Folsom, he was a sympathetic character whose emotions were tangibly realistic. This would make a good end of summer, feel good

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