Match Me If You Can: A Novel BY Swati Hegde

A Charming Desi Romance About Love, Friendship, and Matchmaking

Jia Deshpande, a vibrant young writer for Mumbai's top women's magazine Mimosa, leads a seemingly perfect life. By day, she crafts catchy listicles, and by night, she’s either venting about the realities of romance on her anonymous blog or enjoying her family’s lively game nights. However, Jia harbors unspoken feelings for her childhood friend and honorary family member, Jaiman Patil.

When Jia’s boss challenges her to prove her matchmaking prowess by setting up a coworker with their ideal partner, she sees it as her chance to shine and secure a new column on matchmaking. Organizing meet-cutes is her forte, but things get complicated when her well-intentioned plans start to unravel, jeopardizing her budding career and her cherished relationships.

Jaiman, the charming owner of a local pub, has always been drawn to Jia's spirited nature. He’s found solace and warmth in her family’s embrace, especially since his own family moved abroad. His admiration for Jia deepens as he grapples with his pub's financial struggles and his own growing feelings for her.

As Jia’s matchmaking efforts hit unexpected snags and threaten her friendships, she must confront her own complicated feelings about love and relationships. In this delightful and heartwarming debut, Jia learns that the path to true love might be more intricate than she ever imagined. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Mumbai, this story promises a sweet escape and a reminder that love often finds its way when least expected.